Resources for Pupil Services
Pupil services are the four professions of school counseling, nursing, psychology, and social work organized into a team with school administration.
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Mental Health Online Resources
School Based Mental Health Services for Students in Remote, In-Person and Blended Learning - School districts across Wisconsin are working hard to plan for the start of a school year. During a summer unlike any other, school leaders have had many new considerations as they plan and prepare for the school year. This article, published in the Association of Wisconsin School Administrators (AWSA) Update Bulletin highlights the importance of focusing on mental health and wellness as schools start the 2020-2021 school year. With an emphasis on the role of educational leaders role in supporting student mental health and wellness, several resources to support staff development are included.
Self-care during COVID-19 For Student Support Professionals - "Student support professionals are carrying a uniquely difficult burden right now. While contending with your own uncertainty, stress, and worry, you are also tasked with supporting and guiding others through this difficult moment. This resource is for you. The following strategies can help you maintain your strength and resilience in the coming weeks." From University of Michigan Medical school.
Focus on Mental Health and Wellness During School Closure - This resource provides mental health and wellness resources, organized by the four topic areas below:
- General Mental Health and Wellness
- Child and Adolescent Mental Health and Wellness
- Parent, Caregiver, and Educator Mental Health and Wellness
- Positive Parenting and Safe Home Environments
Mental Health, SEL, Trauma & Safety Online Training Materials - This document provides links to the many Student Service Prevention and Wellness online learning modules for adults related to Mental Health, SEL, Trauma & Safety.
Resources for School Safety
Are you currently updating or plan to update your School Safety Plan (Emergency Operations Plan) to include a Pandemic Response? See REMS Addressing Biological Hazards website
Information for Mandated Reporters DPI has partnered with the Department of Children and Families (DCF) to create this resource related to mandated reporting and the duty of all school staff to report suspicions of child abuse and neglect. The document reminds school staff about their responsibility as a mandated reporter and the signs of child abuse and neglect. On reverse side, question examples are provided to help guide conversations with students and caregivers to further understanding and target supports.
See the Safe School Resources webpage for more information.