BUILDING A SUCCESSFUL
STUDENT ASSISTANCE TEAM:
Enhancing Competency & Skills in Substance Abuse Prevention & Wellness for All Students
STUDENT ASSISTANCE TEAM:
Enhancing Competency & Skills in Substance Abuse Prevention & Wellness for All Students
"Tim really knows this topic and made it engaging - the exercises and role-playing really were helpful in understanding the material. His expertise was tremendous."
L. Harvey, School nurse
L. Harvey, School nurse
Student Assistance Teams (SAT's), Student Assistance Programs (SAPs), Core- and Care-Teams, -- different names for the same desired outcome: healthy, drug-free, successful students. SAT's have progressed markedly since they were first conceptualized and developed in the 1980's. Since then, much has been learned about the effective use of these initiatives to support the healthy lifestyle choices and school success of young people. This training explores the theory, research and practical application critical to Student Assistance Team success, doing so in an informative, engaging and enjoyable way. A mixture of lecture, individual and small-group activities, role play, media and action planning are used throughout each training day in order to
• Gain knowledge about substance abuse prevention and wellness
• Foster understanding about core principles underlying all successful Student Assistance Teams
• Develop the skills and competencies to succeed in prevention and intervention
As A Result of This Training Participants Will:
• Gain knowledge about the effects of alcohol and other drugs on the growing brain, and how these effects impact learning, classroom management, and school climate.
• Understand the link between student drug use trends and the need for a properly developed, school-based drug prevention and intervention program.
• Implement key components necessary for a highly effective program.
• Develop a clear plan of action with specific indicators by which on-going progress can be gauged.
Highlight of Topics To Be Included in the Training:
• Childhood/Adolescent Brain Development
• Effects of Alcohol and Other Drugs on the Learning, Achievement and Behavior
• When Chemicals Come to School: Teen Abuse & Addiction in the Classroom
• Signs, Symptoms and Stages of Student Chemical Abuse
• Early Identification and Referral is Key
• Steps and Skills in Successful Intervention
• Motivational Interviewing and Brief Intervention Strategies
• Key Components in the Student Assistance Team Model
• The Role of Support Groups in Student Success
• The Model SAT: Incorporating a Resiliency-Building Perspective
• Promoting the Student Assistance Program
• Self-care and Well-being for Team Members, and much more.
• Gain knowledge about substance abuse prevention and wellness
• Foster understanding about core principles underlying all successful Student Assistance Teams
• Develop the skills and competencies to succeed in prevention and intervention
As A Result of This Training Participants Will:
• Gain knowledge about the effects of alcohol and other drugs on the growing brain, and how these effects impact learning, classroom management, and school climate.
• Understand the link between student drug use trends and the need for a properly developed, school-based drug prevention and intervention program.
• Implement key components necessary for a highly effective program.
• Develop a clear plan of action with specific indicators by which on-going progress can be gauged.
Highlight of Topics To Be Included in the Training:
• Childhood/Adolescent Brain Development
• Effects of Alcohol and Other Drugs on the Learning, Achievement and Behavior
• When Chemicals Come to School: Teen Abuse & Addiction in the Classroom
• Signs, Symptoms and Stages of Student Chemical Abuse
• Early Identification and Referral is Key
• Steps and Skills in Successful Intervention
• Motivational Interviewing and Brief Intervention Strategies
• Key Components in the Student Assistance Team Model
• The Role of Support Groups in Student Success
• The Model SAT: Incorporating a Resiliency-Building Perspective
• Promoting the Student Assistance Program
• Self-care and Well-being for Team Members, and much more.
For more information on the workshops above, or to find out about fees and availability, contact Tim today.
Comments From Participants:
"The presenter had outstanding information and models, and he was extremely knowledgeable. I wish more or our intermediate teachers could have attended."
D. Martinez, Assistant principal
"The two days opened me up, allowing me to experience, identify with, and understand what substance abusers go through. I appreciate that and will find the experience helpful in working with students."
B. Kiley, Middle school teacher
"My experience was very positive. I felt that every effort was made to confront important issues in substance abuse. I feel that I can more effectively reach high-risk students. Keep up the good work!"
J. Thomas, Speech language pathologist
"I thoroughly enjoyed the group and the information and activities that will be useful in the classroom."
T. Madson, 7th grade life science teacher
"Useful strategies were presented, along with good information to share with my students. We need to get our district program strengthened!"
D. Olson, teacher
"Very interesting and informative. The interactive activities really helped me to learn. Thank you!" D. Wallerman, Special education teacher
"Tim is very knowledgeaboe and enthusiastic. His preparation is obvious as the workshop was very smooth, informative, interesting, and useful."
E. Alessandra, 7th grade counselor
"The workshop was filled with useful information!"
K. Michalek, Teacher aide, elementary
"I found the experience to be useful in both my personal life as well as working with school children."
S. Young, Teacher aide
D. Martinez, Assistant principal
"The two days opened me up, allowing me to experience, identify with, and understand what substance abusers go through. I appreciate that and will find the experience helpful in working with students."
B. Kiley, Middle school teacher
"My experience was very positive. I felt that every effort was made to confront important issues in substance abuse. I feel that I can more effectively reach high-risk students. Keep up the good work!"
J. Thomas, Speech language pathologist
"I thoroughly enjoyed the group and the information and activities that will be useful in the classroom."
T. Madson, 7th grade life science teacher
"Useful strategies were presented, along with good information to share with my students. We need to get our district program strengthened!"
D. Olson, teacher
"Very interesting and informative. The interactive activities really helped me to learn. Thank you!" D. Wallerman, Special education teacher
"Tim is very knowledgeaboe and enthusiastic. His preparation is obvious as the workshop was very smooth, informative, interesting, and useful."
E. Alessandra, 7th grade counselor
"The workshop was filled with useful information!"
K. Michalek, Teacher aide, elementary
"I found the experience to be useful in both my personal life as well as working with school children."
S. Young, Teacher aide
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