Schools are grappling with a growing vaping problem. According to 2022 data from the FDA and CDC, over 14% of US middle and high school students vape. Vaping poses risks, both in terms of students health and their academics, and prevention requires a comprehensive, data-driven approach. As schools plan for fall…
NAPSA Sponsors Gaggle and Vector Solutions are providing NAPSA Members with access to two free webinars. The first webinar, sponsored by Gaggle, will be made available via virtual means on Wednesday, September 13th at 11:00 AM ET. The title of the suicide awareness webinar is "It Takes a Community: Suicide…
Navigating the Digital World: Building Digital Citizenship in the Age of TikTok Thursday, September 14, 2023 2:00 PM (ET) Free Webinar This webinar focuses on the importance of how skills of digital citizenship can help address social media challenges, with a specific emphasis on newer platforms like TikTok. Dr. Mike…
Implementing Inclusive and Trauma-Informed Practices to Improve School Culture During Uncertain Times The work educators must do to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) is critical to creating a thriving and inclusive school culture. And improving school culture requires a strategic approach. Download Vector Solutions' DEI Guide, Implementing Inclusive and Trauma-Informed…
This training is designed to help K-12 district and school leaders understand current issues and vaping trends among middle school and high school students. We will discuss the importance of implementing a drug-free policy within your schools, as well as how you can improve your school’s policy if you already…
Vector Solutions recently announced the launch of its Inclusive Instruction & Interventions online professional development course library. Many general education teachers feel unprepared to teach students with mild to moderate learning disabilities. Additionally, in light of the COVID-19 pandemic, many teachers are ill-equipped to deal with pandemic-related trauma that students are experiencing…
Presenter: Dr. Stephanie S. Frederick Dr. Stephanie Fredrick, expert in Bullying Abuse Prevention at the University at Buffalo, will share her research and advice and provide an overview on technology and social media use among youth, with a focus on cyberbullying and online harassment. Specific strategies and resources will be…
Presenter: Dr. Scott Poland The mental health needs of students due to the pandemic, the incidence of bullying, school violence, suicide, and trauma in general - present a challenge for all educators. Suicide is a leading cause of death for youth from middle school age through college. The U.S. Surgeon…
