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Continue reading →: When Food Security Becomes a School Safety Issue: Local Resources for Families Losing SNAP Benefits
This week, millions of families across the country are expected to lose Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits. For many, this change will mean hard choices—between food, rent, and transportation—and for schools, it may mean seeing the ripple effects in classrooms. At the NWESD School Safety & Wellness Center, we…
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Continue reading →: Happening Tomorrow! Understanding Non-Violent Extremism: Protecting Our Youth from Online Dangers
Join us Thursday, October 23, 2025 | 8:00 AM – 12:30 PM for a powerful and eye-opening seminar addressing the growing dangers youth face online and in digital spaces. This dynamic training will dive into the alarming rise of Non-Violent Extremism (NVE), “gore” groups, sextortion, human trafficking, and child grooming/exploitation—issues…
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Continue reading →: It’s Safe Schools Week! The NWESD 189 School Safety and Wellness Center Has You Covered
This week, schools across the nation are recognizing Safe Schools Week, a time to celebrate the efforts of educators, students, and communities working together to create safe and supportive learning environments. Here at NWESD 189’s School Safety and Wellness Center, safety isn’t just a week-long focus—it’s a year-round commitment. We…
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Continue reading →: New Video Release: TAPS 101.03 — Policies, Procedures, Laws… Oh My!
This quick, 10-minute video from the NWESD School Safety & Wellness Center offers a clear overview of Washington’s student threat assessment laws, policies, and procedures. Perfect for new or returning team members, it breaks down the key state requirements in RCW 28A.320.123, model district policies, and OSPI guidance—all in practical,…
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Continue reading →: Tomorrow: ShakeOut & Thrive with us!
Join us tomorrow (Thursday, 10/16) for a couple of cool events. Here’s what’s happening: Great ShakeOut – 10:16 AM Safety first! Join us for the Great ShakeOut earthquake drill at 10:16 AM. This annual event reminds us how to protect ourselves during earthquakes and helps build a culture of preparedness.…
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Continue reading →: [PD] Don’t Miss This Free Training on Emerging Youth Safety Threats
Join us Thursday, October 23, 2025 | 8:00 AM – 12:30 PM for a powerful and eye-opening seminar addressing the growing dangers youth face online and in digital spaces. This dynamic training will dive into the alarming rise of Non-Violent Extremism (NVE), “gore” groups, sextortion, human trafficking, and child grooming/exploitation—issues…
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Continue reading →: [PD] Sex Trafficking Awareness & Prevention with an Introduction to the YES! Program
Don’t Miss This Powerful Session!Join us and our partners from OSPI on Tuesday, October 28, 10:00–11:00 a.m. on Zoom for an essential conversation on RCW 28A.320.168 and Sex Trafficking Prevention Instruction in schools.You’ll also get an in-depth introduction to the innovative YES! Youth-Centered Sexual Assault Program—a vital resource for supporting…
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Continue reading →: Thrive on Thursday: Time Change for October 16 Meeting
Whoops! We forgot to mention the time change for next week’s Thrive on Thursday. Instead of our usual 10:00 a.m. meeting, we’ll start at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, October 16th to make room for the Great ShakeOut at 10:16 a.m. We hope you’ll join us for both events! Then Join…
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Continue reading →: Thrive on Thursdays: Join Us October 16!
Calling all educators & safety partners—let’s connect! Thrive on Thursdays is a monthly space to ask questions, swap ideas, and get support on the issues impacting your schools. Join us: This Thursday, October 16 | 11–12pm | Zoom Link AGENDA Add it to your calendar: [Google Form link] Or connect…
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!
