Author Archives: Amanda Schook

Free Mindfulness Sessions for Educators

The Education Foundation has partnered with Banni Bunting to bring mindfulness sessions specifically to BLPS educators and staff during this transition back to school. “It is an invitation to take some time for yourselves – to rest and renew in … Continue reading

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Help for the Helpers Community Support Circles

TRACEs and Culture of Care have teamed up!  We have heard collective voices advocating for an intentional space for mental health providers and educators to seek connection and support.  These days are challenging!  Now, more than ever, we need connection … Continue reading

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Power of One Awards!

Haley Gembarowski, Special Education Teacher at North Star Elementary

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Power of One Awards!

Lindsey Corley, Office Manager at Mountain View High School

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Power of One Awards!

Emily Curfew, 5th Grade Teacher at Lava Ridge Elementary

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Power of One Awards!

Annette Shears, SRC Teacher at Bend Tech Academy Brenna Netzky, EA at Bend Tech Academy

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Power of One Awards!

Emily Gibson, SEL Specialist at Silver Rail Elementary

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Power of One Awards!

Riley Fader, ERC Teacher at Ensworth Stacia Biancucci, SRC Teacher at Bend High

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Free Webinar: Understanding the Social-Emotional Needs and Helping Students in COVID-19

Hosted by: Dr. Christine Richards & the Telehealth Certification InstituteDate: Thursday, November 19, 2020 Time: 3:00 – 4:30 PM PST Register at: https://www.telementalhealthtraining.com/training/free-webinar-events/understanding-the-social-emotional-needs-and-helping-students-in-covid-19?fbclid=IwAR340UAjVUnqv4AhbryDOvA03tgkotR-MO0MWMAALmC4Wi9PUInkuhvGqto Supportive adults are vital to the social-emotional health of students now more than ever. We must continue … Continue reading

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Visual Check Ins (for Class or Team Meetings)

Build community and connection, and get your students/ team grounded by doing a check in with each other first! There are so many great ones out there! Visual Check In Slides

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Power of One Awards!

Steve Arnold, Counselor at Tamarack at the Ed Center

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Power of One Awards!

Cammy Vodak, SEL Teacher at Juniper Elementary Sara Towne, ERC Teacher at Lava Ridge Elementary

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Power of One Awards!

John Groth & Mike Grijalva, Transportation Department Megan Truelson, School Psychologist at Ponderosa, Highland & Transition Co-Op Tim Burdsall, Student Services at North Star Elementary

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Behavior Strategy Infographics

https://lab.vanderbilt.edu/barton-lab/fbsapp-infographics/ An awesome resource from the Barton Lab at Vanderbilt University – tons of simple, parent-friendly infographics with ideas and strategies to Prevent Challenging Behavior, Teach Skills, and Respond to Challenging Behavior. Some examples below…

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Supporting Students’ SEL & Mental Health During COVID-19: Best Practices – Webinar, June 4th at 12:00 PM PST

Here is a link to more information and registration to a webinar on June 4 around the topic of exploring strategies for supporting the social and emotional needs of students amidst COVID-19 school closure/re-opening.

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SEL Printable Activities from GoZen

Google Drive Folder with PDF Printables Some great free SEL journals and activities from GoZen, an online program for supporting students with anxiety. These could be used with students for distance learning or sent home for some summer activities. You … Continue reading

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Four Core Priorities for Trauma-Informed Distance Learning

https://www.kqed.org/mindshift/55679/four-core-priorities-for-trauma-informed-distance-learning A great article from MindShift that discusses the importance of Predictability, Flexibility, Connection & Empowerment during distance learning. In addition, the article included these important and insightful reminders: Use trauma as “a lens, not a label” to understand students. … Continue reading

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SEL Resource Hub from Juniper Elementary

The amazing Cammy Vodak & Jackie Vance at Juniper Elementary School put together a wonderful site of SEL content for their school, and lucky for us, anyone can access it. We love that every resource is organized to connect with … Continue reading

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PBIS Meeting Agenda: May 15th, 2020

WebEx Meeting Link: https://bendk12.webex.com/bendk12/j.php?MTID=mcb2fd886bbf641adc1d0d2df60e01f07 Warm Up/ Check In:  Make sure you are on grid view so you can see everyone.  Grab something near you that makes you happy.  Show it in the screen.  Professional Development Opportunities:  Culture of Care Professional … Continue reading

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Online Professional Development Menu (For All Staff)

The Culture of Care team has compiled these links for your browsing. Opportunities found on this guide will focus around the three main components of a Culture of Care: Trauma-Sensitive, Restorative, and Equitable Practices that systematically promote wellness, safety, and community support … Continue reading

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Behavior Coaching Tools: For Parents & Families

This document is designed as a tool for teachers, staff and behavior coaches to support parents and caregivers who are experiencing challenging behavior in the home setting during remote learning. https://docs.google.com/document/d/1grqj9kaCQq7GUQWsX-OI4qv3bu6WocH6akMZAjm-eFA/edit?usp=sharing

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Quaran-Teaching Lifeline: Fill your Resilience Cup!

A great one pager of ideas for teachers and staff to fill their resilience cup! Another wonderful resource from the Culture of Care coaches!

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The 6 Guiding Principals for Trauma Informed Care for Virtual Education

A great resource from our Culture of Care Coaches.

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Bruce Perry Office Hours: M, W, F at 11:00 AM PST

Dr. Bruce Perry is the founder of the Neurosequential Models for Therapeutic Support and Education, which uses brain development research to inform supporting children and adults who have experienced trauma. He is hosting Office Hours 3 times a week (Mondays, … Continue reading

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Article: A Trauma-Informed Approach to Teaching through Coronavirus

A great article from Teaching Tolerance and the National Child Traumatic Stress Network. Highlights: Relationships and well-being can take priority over assignments and behavioral compliance. Ideas and strategies for providing students: A Sense of Safety, Connectedness & Hope

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