Linking Mental Health to Academic Success

1101 Camden Avenue,Salisbury MD 21801

17 March, 2023

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About this Event Formerly the Eastern Shore School Mental Health Coalition Conference, Linking Mental Health to Academic Success 2023 will carry on the tradition of providing evidence-based, practice informed programs, solutions and best practices for creating mental health informed schools, administrators and teachers. Academic and classroom success are greatly impacted by the health of the individuals within it and the classroom leader's reaction to their needs. Meet Our Presenters Gary A. Hughes takes you into the mind of reluctant learners and shares how to help them succeed in this resource for educators. As a veteran teacher, Hughes has a wealth of experience helping reluctant learners, and he's gained even more experience as the father of Jeremiah Hughes, who was a reluctant learner in his early years of school. Gary A. Hughes was also once a reluctant learner himself as a high school student. In looking back at how he's helped his son and others succeed, he shares how to: help students build self-esteem;appreciate the impact that spoken words have on reluctant learners;use words that celebrate and affirm student academic lifeHe also breaks down the categories that reluctant learners typically fall into, shares four common reasons that students are reluctant to learn, and explores how to break down barriers so students can bolster achievement. Moreover, he highlights the importance of simple things, such as getting the names of students right, telling them the truth, and making sure they know they're valued. Build trust with students, help them overcome a fear of failure, and encourage them to embrace learning in this invaluable resource. James Orr Presents: Elementary Boys & Girls Clubs. Why and How Has your school considered having a Young Gentleman's or Young Ladies Club(s) at your school? In this session, the presentation will focus on the practical 'to do's' of implementing one or both clubs. Objectives: general background and information about this experience at Greensboro Elementary;considerations school should take into account before implementation;a list of curriculum and guest speakers that have been successful;books, clothes, and other resources valuable to the 'club' experience;the opportunity to ask questions and get further information as needed. Since graduating Clarion University in 1973, Dr. James Orr has worked in Caroline County Public Schools as a classroom teacher, principal at all three levels and finally retired as Assistant Superintendent. Currently, Jim volunteers in the community and at Greensboro Elementary School (GES). Over the last few years staff and coaches at GES have formed girls and boys clubs to add enrichment to the lives of the youngsters who participate. Laurel Kiser, Ph.D., M.B.A. Author: Helping Traumatized Families A comprehensive approach to working with families traumatized from ordeals such as criminal assaults, natural disasters, and terminal illnesses. Offers a five-phase method for empowering families so they can make peace with the past and regain control of their lives. Laurel J Kiser, Ph.D., M.B.A. is a psychologist and Associate Professor in the Department of Psychiatry, University of Maryland School of Medicine. She received a doctorate from Indiana University in 1981 and completed internships and post-doctoral training in child clinical psychology. In 1986, she obtained a Master’s of Business Administration from University of Memphis. Dr. Kiser has served as School of Medicine Principal Investigator of the Family Informed Trauma Treatment (FITT) Center, a National Child Traumatic Stress Network Category II Center, since 2007. Training Details: Date: Friday, March 17, 2023 Time: Registration 8:30 AM Training 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM Place: Salisbury University Main Campus, Guerrieri Student Union, Wicomico Room Cost: $45.00 Includes Three (3) Catagory I BSWE CEUs CEUs: Attendees will receive 3 BSWE/LCPC Approved Continuing Education Hours Salisbury University strives to be a leader in post-secondary education and professional development. Should you require an accommodation, please contact Degan Allen, [email protected] to discuss your request.