Selective Mutism: Giving Kids a Voice
Do you know a child who doesn't speak in some social situations despite speaking freely in others? In this video, Dr. Annie Simpson shares the latest about selective mutism and strategies for helping kids find their voice. Suitable for parents, teachers, and professionals.
School Anxiety & Attendance Challenges: Practical Strategies for High School Professionals: Webinar Recording
Webinar recording for high school professionals from the 'School Anxiety & Attendance Challenges' webinar. To see accompanying powerpoint slides, click here (Jan. 25, 2021),
Helping Schools
Includes curriculum resources and lesson plans focused on drug literacy with the goal of encouraging students to both express and think critically about their current drug- and gambling-related beliefs, attitudes and behaviours.
Child Abuse Prevention Helpline for Children in BC
Call 310-1234 from anywhere in BC, no area code required. Anyone up to the age of 24 who is being mistreated at home, at school, in the play ground, etc. can call for help. Parents, caregivers, teachers, friends can also call if you know a family where a child or youth is being mistreated, or if you are afraid you may hurt a child.
Powerpoint Slides: Middle Years Development Inventory
Professional Learning Powerpoint: This session focused on using the data from the Middle Years Development Instrument (MDI) and putting data into action.
Health and Wellness Guidelines for International Students
A variety of resources developed for educators to support the mental health and wellness of international students.
TeachBC
Online resource of teaching materials, lessons and research relevant to the K-12 BC curriculum. Teachers can search for mental health resources by subject, grade, language and more.
Foundry Educational Resources and Workshops
Visit this Foundry page for school professionals, where you'll learn more about mental health resources and curriculum options for high school students.
Slides: Protective Factors for Student Mental Health and Well-being: Learnings from the YDI and Kids & Covid Project
Dr. Hasina's slides for the Protective Factors for Student Mental Health and Well-being: Learnings from the YDI and Kids & Covid Project presentation.
Talking Pot with Youth: A Cannabis Communication Guide for Youth Allies
This guide is intended to educate youth allies on how to have safe, unbiased, informed and non-judgmental conversations with young people about cannabis.
K-12 Staff Wellbeing BC Network
This website is a starting point for sharing information and work on staff wellbeing in BC schools & districts, with curated materials and resources.
Suicide Prevention and Self Harm Video Series and Resources
These prevention and early intervention videos and resources are evidence-informed and culturally relevant. Their aim is to reduce stigma, increase mental health literacy, and build capacity of parents & caregivers, educators and others who are supporting youth experiencing suicidal and self-harm behaviours.