This Thursday, November 20, marks the American Cancer Society's Great American Smokeout, a day when current tobacco users are encouraged to quit or to set a quit date.
Nicotine is a powerfully addictive drug and it generally takes 8+ quit attempts before a tobacco user quits for good. Fortunately, there are a lot of free resources for those seeking support:
This day is also a wonderful opportunity for students to implement tobacco-prevention activities on their school campuses and provide support to those wishing to quit.
I am 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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Professional Development Opportunities
Space is limited. Sign up now!
AB 1266: School Success and Opportunity Act Workshop
3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. (District/School Administrators)
5:30 - 7:30 p.m. (Teachers/Counselors/etc.)
About AB 1266: Enacted on January 1, 2014, AB 1266 requires that a pupil be permitted to participate in sex-segregated school programs and activities, including athletic teams and competitions, and use facilities consistent with his or her gender identity, irrespective of the gender listed on the pupil's records.
Project Towards No Drug Abuse -- High School
Tuesday, January 20
9:00 am - 3:30 pm
Project ALERT -- Middle School
Thursday, January 22
9:00 am - 3:30 pm
Hot Topics: Increasing Comfort & Facilitation Skills Thursday, February 12, 9:00 am - 3:30 pm
If you have any questions, or need help with registration,
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Training Series: Eliminating Barriers to Learning
Through the Early Identification of Student Mental Health Issues
There are still spots available for the remaining Eliminating Barriers to Learning sessions! Click here for more information.
December 4: Making Help Available to Students
March 5: Strategies to Promote Positive Climate
April 16: Cultural Competence & Mental Wellness Initiatives
Related Article: When Anxiety Hits at School As the number of teens who suffer from anxiety disorders continues to grow, mental-health care is increasingly part of school nurses' job descriptions.
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Congratulations WCCUSD!
The West Contra Costa Unified School District (WCCUSD) has received the prestigious CSBA Golden Bell Award in recognition of its innovative programs that have improved school climate - including its six school-based health centers (SBHCs).
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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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Upcoming Meetings |
TUPE District Coordinators and Community Partners December 5
10:00 am - Noon
CCCOE
TUPE District Coordinators and Community Partners February 6
10:00 am - Noon
CCCOE
HIV/Comprehensive Sex Education Network
February 11
10:00 am - Noon
CCCOE
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Useful Resources |
*Updated Fact Sheets*
The ALL IN Campaign helps schools connect students, families, and staff to health coverage.
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Fast Facts & News Articles |
Parents Teaching Teens "Responsible Drinking" is a Myth: Study
20 million people have died because of smoking and secondhand smoke since the first Surgeon General's Report on Smoking and Health was released in 1964.
LGBT kids of color are more likely to be disciplined in school, study shows
California Ranks First in After-School Programs
Energy Drinks Could be Big Public Health Problem for Youth People: Report
FYI: A Project Update from the Tobacco Prevention Project Fall
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