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Continue reading →: [PD] C.A.R.E: Suicide Prevention in Washington Schools
The SSWC is proud to offer: C.A.R.E. Training (Compassionate Assessment and Response in Education), an in-person, three-hour youth suicide prevention course at NWESD 189. When: Thu, April 24 2025 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM PST Where: NWESD, Anacortes, WA Register: pdEnroller Link Here Designed for school psychologists, counselors, nurses, and…
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Continue reading →: Understanding Alyssa’s Law: Join us tomorrow!
Join us tomorrow, March 20 for our second round of Thrive on Thursday. We’re on Zoom. Find the link below, or if you would like a recurring spot-saver for your calendar, please send us your email address here: [Google Form link] No registration needed – just hop on and join…
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Continue reading →: Thrive on Thursday: Understanding Alyssa’s Law (SB 5004)
Join us on Thursday, March 20 for our second round of Thrive on Thursday. Where: Zoom! Find the link below, or if you would like a recurring spot-saver for your calendar, please send us your email address here: [Google Form link] No registration needed – just hop on and join…
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Continue reading →: [PD] Enhancing School Safety Through Neurodivergent Understanding
Join us for the 2nd event in the School Safety and Wellness Center’s (SSWC) series on understanding neurodivergence, atypical behaviors, and the intersection of school-based safety. Event: The 13 Millisecond Problem; Neurodivergent Brain-Based Reasons for Challenging Behaviors & Tips to Address It to Increase School Safety When: Friday, May 16…
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Continue reading →: [PD Opportunity] Love Made Visible: Cultivating Awareness, Protection, and Radical Healing for B/IPOC Educators Navigating Crisis
Sharing in support of all regional B/IPOC educators: This special two-part event is facilitated by Teddy McGlynn-Wright, MSW (he/they), Oriana Ides (she/hers), and Niki Magtoto (she/hers) March 12 and 13, 2025 | 12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. PT This series of two Community of Practice gatherings (120 minutes each) is…
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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…
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!
