ISBE School Wellness Conference

This academy provides administrators with an understanding of the importance of creating a professional development plan for their districts and individual school buildings that will provide appropriate trauma responsive training for their staff. Participants will leave with a template which serves as a continuum for moving staff from trauma-aware to trauma-informed, ensuring that key protocols and strategies are in place for dealing with students who have been impacted by trauma.

• This training is relevant for building principals, school leadership teams, counselors, social workers, community mental health agencies, health department personnel, and school resource officers.

In this session, leaders within the Chicago Public Schools (CPS) Office of Social and Emotional Learning (OSEL) will share about their district-wide Healing-Centered Framework and a key priority to enhance implementation of tiered SEL teaming structures, including Culture & Climate Teams (CCT) and Behavioral Health Teams (BHT) in every district school. These tiered SEL teaming structures are a critical lever of a comprehensive multi-tiered system of support (MTSS) for schools to implement trauma-engaged practices and healing-centered approaches.

Participants will…

• increase their awareness of the components of Chicago Public Schools’ Healing-Centered Framework
• acquire insight into Chicago Public Schools’ Tiered SEL Teaming Structures model within a Multi-Tiered System of Supports
• learn strategies that will help with the application of Tiered SEL Teaming Structures in their respective district

More information about the CPS Healing-Centered Framework can be found HERE.  Questions can be directed to HealingCentered@cps.edu.

In our session, you will hear about our Safety and Threat Assessment Team (STAT) efforts within West 40 Intermediate Service Center and how we are supporting the rethinking of safe school environments.  We will discuss ways to achieve the right balance - how you can keep your school physically sound and also help define the roles that everyone plays in Behavioral Threat Assessment.  How to identify behavioral warning signs of violence early, common barriers to reporting behaviors once they are recognized, and appropriate and timely prevention and intervention techniques to best help our kids in need.  We will review data surrounding targeted attacks, explore digital leakage and social media tools our youth are using, and drive home the importance of being proactive - see something, say something, DO SOMETHING.

Do you ever imagine how your life would differ if you couldn't see, taste, touch, smell or hear? Many of us take our five senses for granted until we face the threat of losing these precious gifts. Join Mimi to explore the five senses grounding technique, which is free and available to everyone regardless of race, gender or politics. Participants will leave with hands-on activities and resources designed to reignite an appreciation for our senses while reminding us that when life gets overwhelming, staying connected to our body can help us regulate in the present moment.

Join Matt for a deeply calming experience designed to help you release tension, unwind, and restore balance. In this soothing session, participants will be guided through restful postures, gentle breathwork and movement, and guided meditation to enhance relaxation and mental clarity.  This session is a time to relax and recharge, offering a supportive space for all levels to experience deep rest. With gentle guidance, participants will explore strategies for personal renewal, cultivating a sense of inner peace and tranquility.

What to Expect:

• No Experience Needed! This is a restorative relaxation session, not an exercise class. The focus is on calming the mind and body.

What to Bring:

• Comfortable clothing (no special attire required)
• Layers for warmth, such as a sweater, thick socks, or a cozy blanket

Join us for an interactive session designed to enhance collaboration between school administrators and school nurses. This session will explore effective communication strategies, role clarity, and best practices for building strong partnerships that support student wellness. Participants will engage in discussions and activities aimed at fostering mutual understanding and creating a cohesive approach to addressing the health and well-being of students. Whether you're an administrator or a nurse, you'll leave with practical tools and insights to strengthen this vital partnership and promote a healthier school environment.