Addressing the Needs of the Whole Child: Families, Schools, and Communities as Partners in School Health July 31 and August 1, 2014

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1 Addressing the Needs of the Whole Child: Families, Schools, and Communities as Partners in School Health July 31 and August 1, 2014 Thursday, July 31, :30a.m.-8:30a.m. Registration/Coffee 8:30a.m.-8:45a.m. Welcome 8:45a.m.-9:45a.m. Keynote Address North Plaza Hotel 2004 Greenspring Drive Timonium, Maryland The Whole School, Whole Community, Whole Child: A Framework to Integrate Coordinated School Health and Whole Child Education Attendees will gain an understanding of this new framework from the Center for Disease Control and ASCD which describes how health and education affect children, society, and the economy. Mr. Slade will explain the need for this new model and will highlight how schools are a perfect setting for this collaboration. Sean Slade, MEd ASCD Alexandria, VA 10:00a.m.-11:00a.m. Plenary Panel Addressing the Needs of the Whole Child: Families, Schools, and Communities as Partners in School Health Agency leaders will discuss the importance of partnering with families, schools, and communities, and their agency s role in engaging youth. In addition, agency leaders will present a framework between learning and health. Joshua M. Sharfstein, M.D. Secretary Maryland Department of Health and Mental Hygiene Other Agency Leaders from: Maryland Department of Human Resources Maryland Department of Juvenile Services

School Health and Whole Child Education Attendees will gain an understanding of this new framework from the Center for Disease Control and ASCD which describes how health and education affect

2 11:00a.m.-12:00p.m. Keynote Address Understanding Co-Occurring Disorders in Youth Attendees will understand co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders related to working with youth in schools. Attendees will also gain a better understanding of innovative approaches for treatment. Marc Fishman, MD Medical Director Mountain Manor Treatment Center 12:00p.m.-12:45p.m. Lunch 12:45p.m.-1:45p.m. Luncheon Plenary Domestic Minor Sex Trafficking: Empowering Educators to Make a Change Training includes an informative overview of the problem, specifically focusing on students at risk, schools as recruitment venues, and identifying victims of trafficking. A protocol to help potential victims will be presented. Training will also include video testimonies from victims of trafficking and law enforcement. Kara Brown Director of Volunteer Operations Araminta Freedom Initiative 1:45p.m. 2:00p.m. 2:00p.m.- 4:00p.m. Break and Exhibits Workshop Sessions #1 - Legal Considerations Related to 504 Plans This workshop session will review changes to the Federal law 504, as well the eligibility process for 504 plans. The session will also discuss implementation guidelines for 504 plans, including plans for chronic illnesses and allergies. Leslie Margolis, Esq Managing Attorney Maryland Disability Law Center #2 - Trauma Informed Care for Youth and Families This workshop session will present trauma-informed interventions for early childhood. The presenter will share her expertise in collaborating with community agencies and engaging in discussions on child maltreatment and trauma-informed care. Kay Connors, LCSW-C Program Director Family Informed Trauma Treatment Center, University of Maryland School of Medicine

3 #3 - Alternative Response in Child Welfare: Implications for Schools This workshop session will present an alternative response in child welfare, a new approach for managing low risk reports of child abuse and neglect. The presenter will discuss how to tailor the approach to best serve families. Re ne King Director for Alternative Response Department of Human Resources #4 - Asthma Management and Asthma Friendly School Overview Asthma problems are often exacerbated by triggers found in the school environment. The basics of asthma management and the various elements of asthma-friendly schools will be presented. Rachel Hess-Mutinda, LGSW Program Administrator, DHMH Lisa Bell, MSN, CPNP, AE-C Pediatric Nurse Practitioner Certified Asthma Educator Friday, August 1, :30a.m.-8:25a.m. 8:25a.m.-8:30a.m. 8:30a.m.-9:30a.m. Registration/Coffee Welcome Keynote Address Understanding and Using the Youth Risk Behavior Surveillance (YRBS) System This keynote presentation will discuss the newly released results of the YRBS and explain the prevalence of risky behaviors in youth. The keynote presenters will provide factors that contribute to early death and disabilities among youth. Richard Scott, D.Min., MEd, LCPC Specialist, School Counseling Bethanie Wain, PhD Research Associate AVAR Consulting, Inc. 9:30a.m.-10:30a.m. Keynote Address Ready, Willing, and Able: Organizational and Community Readiness This keynote presentation will address the steps cross-communal organization and community readiness to support children and adolescents. Carlo DiClemente, PhD Professor, Department of Psychology, University of Maryland Baltimore County

Re ne King Director for Alternative Response Department of Human Resources #4 - Asthma Management and Asthma Friendly School Overview Asthma problems are often exacerbated by triggers found in the

4 10:30a.m.-10:45a.m. Break and Exhibits 10:45a.m.-11:45a.m. Keynote Address Effectively Engaging Families This keynote presentation will address how parent engagement in school health positively influences the health of children and adolescents. Joyce Epstein, PhD Director, Center on School, Family, and Community Partnerships and National Network of Partnership Schools Johns Hopkins University 11:45a.m.-12:30p.m. Networking Luncheon 12:30p.m.-12:45p.m. Break and Exhibits 12:45p.m.-1:45p.m. Plenary Address Revealing The Champion In All Of Us This plenary session will empower the attendee to achieve their own personal success in the context of helping to accomplish their mission and goals. Special Olympics Athlete Michael Heup and his mother will give examples of the importance of collaboration in order to achieve the mission. Jim Schmutz CEO Special Olympics Maryland Special Olympics Athlete Michael Heup Roxanne Heup (Michael s mother) 1:45p.m.-2:00p.m. 2:00p.m.-4:00p.m. Break and Exhibits Workshop Sessions #5 - DSM-5: Implications for School Behavioral Health This workshop session will review the DSM-5 and how it impacts school behavioral health. Carlton Munson, PhD Professor, University of Maryland School of Social Work Director, Washington Area Supervision Institute at Woodstock Forest #6 - Gang Awareness Education is the key to recognizing gang activity and its effect on children and adolescents. This workshop will discuss gang member communication, graffiti, hand signs, colors, tattoos, as well as how to recognize gang activity within the school setting. Lisa LaPrade Gang Intelligence Specialist

m. Break and Exhibits 12:45p.m.-1:45p.m. Plenary Address Revealing The Champion In All Of Us This plenary session will empower the attendee to achieve their own personal success in the context of

5 Department of Juvenile Service #7 - An Introduction to Comprehensive School Physical Activity Programs A Comprehensive School Physical Activity Program (CSPAP) provides a variety of school-based physical activities to help all students meet the nationally recommended 60 minutes of daily physical activity. Staff involvement and Family and Community Engagement are two key components of a CSPAP. This session will present fun, innovative strategies to support daily physical activity opportunities for students, staff, family and community members of all ages and abilities. Christine Greene, MCRP Regional Policy Manager Safe Routes to School National Partnership Jamie Sparks BA, MA Physical Activity Leader Trainer SHAPE America Nate Garland Chief Program Officer Special Olympics Maryland #8 - Hot Topics for School Nurses: What s Your Leadership Preference? School Nurses can serve as important leaders in schools. This workshop session will present new strategies and skills to enhance school nurses leadership style. This workshop will help school nurses enhance effective communication with school administrators, school staff, parents, students and families. Finally, this workshop session will review the latest updates on school nursing practice and issues related to school health services in Maryland. Alicia Mezu, MSN/Ed, BSN, BSc, RN Health Services Specialist Judi Lockett, RN Nursing Coordinator Care Resources Barbara Obst, RN, MS Project Coordinator Specialized Health Needs Interagency Collaboration (SHNIC) Kennedy Krieger Institute #9 SPECIAL SESSION Best Practices in School Health Clinic Billing and Coding This special session will address frequently billed service questions and standardized billing policies and procedures.

This session will present fun, innovative strategies to support daily physical activity opportunities for students, staff, family and community members of all ages and abilities.

Core SANE Training March 23-27, 2009. Waterfront Activity Center Seattle, Washington. Presenters Biography

Core SANE Training March 23-27, 2009 Waterfront Activity Center Presenters Biography Joanne Underhill-Mettler, ARNP Harborview Center for Sexual Assault and Traumatic Stress Joanne has worked in the area