LOSD CARES

LOSD CARES is a Connection and Resilience in Education Series hosted by the LOSD Wellness team of our school counselors, social workers, and administrators. Working with community mental health partners, LOSD has developed a workshop series for parents and guardians to support, inform, and empower families on issues surrounding mental health. Workshop recordings and supporting materials can be accessed below.

Executive Function Skills Session 12.5.24

LO High School invited all district parents and guardians to a special Zoom presentation on strategies to support students' Executive Function Skills. This session provided practical insights for helping students develop essential skills like organization, time management, and self-regulation—key to success in and out of the classroom. Our teachers and staff recently participated in similar training, ensuring a consistent approach to fostering these abilities. Learn how you can partner with the school to support your student's growth and independence. Feel free to share the event with other parents and guardians.

Here is a recording of the session:

https://beyondbooksmart.zoom.us/rec/share/JN4aP982YDnD0v4gbTgTjymz3XgSM7eEqI74qSzzdBcc54rPPmwgCw1n4eMMAEZr.O6Yh-4njh8IIPqDG

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Nurturing Resilient Children 11.14.24

An Evening of Insight and Collaboration for Parents and Guardians. Discover effective strategies for supporting your child’s emotional well-being and resilience in today’s digital world. Led by our dedicated school counselors and social workers, this workshop will draw on insights from The Anxious Generation by Jonathan Haidt and real experiences from our schools. Together, we’ll explore practical ways to help children navigate screen time, cell phone usage, and more.

Thursday, Nov. 14, 5:30 - 7:00 p.m.
River Grove Elementary School Library
Open to all adults in our learning community

Presentation

Resources

Teens & Screens: Neuroscience, Philosophy and Practical Tips 4.16.24

Caregiving Workshop 2.8.24

Mental Health 101 Presented by NAMI Clackamas 10.5.23

Mental Health 101, presented by Gary Marschke from NAMI Clackamas, discusses concerns facing youth in our area, including suicidal ideation and how families can access resources. The National Alliance on Mental Illness Clackamas is a grassroots organization dedicated to improving the quality of life for everyone impacted by mental health issues through education, support, and advocacy, and delivered for and by people with lived experience since 1978.

Watch a recording of the session or access the slide presentation with live links to resources shared.

Mental Health 101 by NAMI Clackamas 2023

Social Media Workshop: Helping Your Child Navigate Our Digital World 5.24.23

To support students’ social, emotional, and physical health, LOSD CARES is hosting a virtual workshop with Justine Kovak, clinical outreach specialist with the Children's Center, discussing how to support children developing and growing in our digital world, particularly in relation to living with pervasive social media.

During the 1-hour online workshop, parents/guardians will learn to identify signs of concern, talk with their child about it, and find help. This workshop is for adults only and is relevant to parents/guardians of children in all grade levels.

Substance Use & Prevention Workshop: A Talk to Have With Your Child at All Ages 3.15.23

Children as young as elementary-school age are reporting the use of alcohol and illicit drugs. To support students’ social, emotional, and physical health, LOSD CARES is hosting a virtual workshop with Brian McCrady of the Clackamas County Prevention Coalition discussing substance abuse prevention for children in grades kindergarten through 12th grade. During the 1-hour online workshop, parents/guardians will learn how to identify signs of substance abuse, how to talk with their child about it, and how to find help.

Recording of Substance Use & Prevention Workshop

Substance Use & Prevention Presentation PDF

Having Hope During Hard Times: Tools For Families To Buffer Life Stressors 4.5.22

Getting Real About Our Kids' Mental Health With Parent, Speaker and Advocate Tara Rolstad 5.12.21

Parenting in a Pandemic: Embracing Transitions in Partnerships with your Kids with Kristin Valerius, PhD, and Lisa Snow, PsyD, of Sundstrom Clinical Services 3.10.21

Resilience Panel with Jim Bluhm, M.D. and Shannon Odell, PsyD | 1.27.21

QPR Suicide Prevention Training: Held 3-5 Times a Year

All LOSD Families are invited to a vital event that could save lives, including possibly the life of someone you know. LOSD CARES is hosts suicide prevention training called QPR -- which stands for Question, Persuade, Refer. These sessions are hosted several times a year, FREE to our families.

Facilitated by Kristen Guelsdorf, our school social worker, and Marcy Watts, our school counselor, both certified QPR trainers who brings expertise and compassion to this critical topic.

Why Should You Attend?

QPR is more than just training; it’s a community commitment to hope, awareness, and taking proactive steps to protect and support each other. By participating, you’ll be empowered to:

Recognize the warning signs and subtle cries for help from those in distress
Gain practical communication skills to persuade them to seek help
Learn how to refer them to the appropriate professional help

Reserve Your Spot Today

Due to the sensitive nature of this training, space is intentionally limited to ensure a meaningful experience for all attendees.

Accessibility and Inclusion

This event is for every adult in our learning community. If you require any accommodations to participate fully, please let us know.

Let’s Stand Together

LOSD CARES is all about building resilient communities through connection and education. Your presence and participation in this QPR training are crucial steps toward creating a safer, more supportive community for all.

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