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Greetings!
Happy New Year! I hope that everyone enjoyed a wonderful and safe holiday season.
We are kicking off 2013 with a number of exciting events and trainings! We continue to receive requests for more information and resources regarding alcohol, tobacco and other drugs. To help meet this need, we are hosting a one-day Alcohol, Tobacco and Other Drugs (ATOD) and the Adolescent Brain training on March 8. The training will be facilitated by the always popular Ralph Cantor. Please click here for more information and to register.
Also, in light of the tragic school shooting in Connecticut last month, I would like to direct you to the Contra Costa County Office of Education's emergency preparedness webpage and to CDE's Coping with Tragedy webpage where you will find links to resources for helping students and others cope with tragedy. In addition, we are hosting a one-day Crisis Response Training on Wednesday, February 13. For more information or to register, click here.
I am always available if you have any questions or are seeking additional student health resources.
Sincerely,
Emily Justice
Contra Costa County Office of Education (CCCOE)
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February is Teen Dating Violence (TDV) Awareness Month
TDV is defined as a pattern of destructive behaviors between teens that is used to exert power and control over a current or former partner and includes actual or threatened acts of physical, sexual, emotional, and/or verbal abuse.
Did you know? One in three teens in the U.S. is a victim of physical, emotional or verbal abuse from a dating partner.
Did you know? Teen victims of dating violence are at increased risk for low academic performance, truancy, drug use, engaging in risky sexual behaviors and attempting or considering suicide. Dating Violence Research
What works to prevent TDV and protect teens?
- Teen connection to supportive adults: parents, teachers, counselors, coaches, older youth, etc.
- School interventions that focus on creating a positive school environment.
- Strengthening and expanding partnerships between schools, public agencies, and community-based groups.
Resources:
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 Tobacco Peer Educator Trainings
For Youth and their Adult Allies
Fun-filled, interactive trainings that equip youth and their adult allies to provide peer-to-peer education on the dangers of tobacco.
These trainings are open to any middle or high school students attending school in Contra Costa County. We encourage schools to send teams of 4-8 students and their adult ally.
High School Training
When: Tuesday, February 5, 2013; 8:30 am - 3:00 pm
Where: Contra Costa County Office of Education, Board Room, 77 Santa Barbara Road, Pleasant Hill, 94523
Cost: No Cost (Breakfast and lunch will be provided.)
Registration: Space is limited. Contact Julie Everhart by e-mail or at 925.942.5309 to register.
Middle School Training
When: Tuesday, February 12, 2013; 8:30 am - 3:00 pm
Where: Contra Costa County Office of Education, Board Room, 77 Santa Barbara Road, Pleasant Hill, 94523
Cost: No Cost (Breakfast and lunch will be provided.)
Registration: Space is limited. Contact Julie Everhart by e-mail or at 925.942.5309 to register. |
Thank You
We hope you enjoyed this month's Health & Wellness Matters e-newsletter! If you have suggestions for future articles or resources to share, contact Emily Justice.
CCCOE Educational Services
Emily Justice, Manager, Tobacco Use Prevention Education
Pamela Comfort, Ph.D.,
Associate Superintendent, Educational Services
Pam Tyson, Ph.D., Director, Educational Services |
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Meetings and Trainings |
For more information on any of the meetings and trainings listed below, contact Emily Justice.
Peer Educator Trainings
High School: 2/5
Middle School: 2/12
TUPE Consortium Collaborative Meeting
2/8; 9:00 - 9:45 am
Prevention/TUPE District Coordinators Meeting
2/8; 10:00 am - noon
Crisis Response Training
2/13; 8:00 am - 2:30 pm
Alcohol, Tobacco and Other Drugs & the Adolescent Brain Training
3/8; 8:30 am - 3:00 pm
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| Fast Facts & News Articles | |
API scores are positively related to the percentage of students who perceive high levels of the following assets at school:
caring relationships, high expectations, and opportunities for meaningful participation.
Synthtic marijuana sent more than 11,000 people to emergency rooms in 2010, according to a new government report. Most were teenagers and young adults. drugfree.org
Articles:
Editorial: Troubling new California data on youth smoking
(CC Times 12/27/12)
Why Teen Victims of Dating Violence Can't Break the Cycle
(Time 12/11/12)
Teenage Brains are Malleable and Vulnerable
(NPR 10/16/12)
Teens' Views on Dangers of Pot Fall to 20-Year Low
(SacBee 12/19/12)
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