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Continue reading →: Join the Discussion: Autism and Threat Management Techniques
At the heart of ethical practice in threat assessment is recognizing the potential stigma. This stigma is attached to any mental health diagnosis, including Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). The reality is that most individuals with ASD do not engage in violence. However, a few individuals may have a higher risk…
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Continue reading →: [PD Opportunity] Enterprise Risk Management: A Collaborative Community Mitigation Effort
A new learning opportunity came across our desks today (thanks to our partners for sharing!). From the University of Washington, Bothell: We are happy to share that the UW Bothell and Cascadia College emergency management teams are hosting a training course on enterprise risk management in higher education. The course…
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Continue reading →: Two More Days Until We Thrive on Thursday!
Don’t miss out: this Thursday, March 6, the School Safety and Wellness Center will begin offering our bi-monthly Zoom conversations about some of the most pressing school safety & wellness challenges, topics, and updates. When: Starting March 6th, every FIRST and THIRD Thursday (10:00 – 11:00 am) Where: Zoom. A…
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Continue reading →: School Wellness Conversations: March 6th Zoom Kickoff
On Thursday, March 6, the School Safety and Wellness Center will begin offering our bi-monthly Zoom conversations about some of the most pressing school safety & wellness challenges, topics, and updates. When: Starting March 6th, every FIRST and THIRD Thursday (10:00 – 11:00 am) Where: Zoom. A link is provided…
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Continue reading →: OSPI Invites Feedback on Student Discipline Changes
The Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI) is inviting public comments and holding hearings on proposed revisions to student discipline rules in the Washington Administrative Code (WAC). These changes affect sections 392-190-048, 392-401-020, 392-401-040, and Chapter 392-400. The public comment period and hearings provide an opportunity for community members,…
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Continue reading →: NEW DATE: Understanding Autism and School Threat Behaviors
Due to scheduling conflicts, we have updated the date of our training event with Dr. Stephanie Leite to Friday, April 25, 2025. All other details remain the same. We hope this change allows for more participants to join us for this important conversation. The NWESD Threat Assessment team is proud…
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Continue reading →: Understanding Autism and School Threat Behaviors
The NWESD Threat Assessment team is proud to welcome forensic psychologist and educator, Dr. Stephanie Leite, for a conversation on the intersection of Autism and school-based threat behaviors. Dr. Stephanie Stein Leite is a distinguished clinical and forensic psychologist with over two decades of experience in forensic evaluations and threat…
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Continue reading →: Protecting Immigrant Students & Families: a Discussion on Policies and Procedures
The NWESD 189 is hosting a free webinar for school leaders and staff titled “Protections, Policies & Procedures: Know Your Rights, Protecting Our Students and Families.” This session will provide an overview of Washington State policies and procedures designed to safeguard students and their families. Participants will gain insights into…
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Continue reading →: Early Bird Registration for School Safety Symposium 2025
Save the date and join us: AUGUST 12-13, 2025 for the (rescheduled) School Safety and Wellness Symposium. ***Early bird pricing is available NOW through April 4th, so register soon. All of the following are welcome and encouraged to attend: We are thrilled to welcome Dr. Kurt Hatch as our esteemed…
NWESD Safety & Wellness Center
Providing support, consultation, and guidance in areas of student safety and wellness, we are a multifaceted team of professionals who aim to support our regional educators in the challenging work of keeping our schools and communities healthy, safe, and successful. We believe that: Together We Can… Thrive!
