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Black Youth Face Rising Rates of Depression, Anxiety, Suicide (Article)

Black young people are more at risk of depression, anxiety, and stress due to the pandemic. The recent spotlight on police violence against Black people, students are experiencing paralyzing anxiety and grief. It’s hard to talk about, and it’s hard for them to find help.

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Jones, C. "Black Youth Face Rising Rates of Depression, Anxiety, Suicide." Edsource, (2022).

Publication Date
2022
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Distance Learning and Teaching Modules (WEBPAGE)

This is a series of modules on distance learning. The modules cover technology, blended learning, social-emotional learning, continuity of learning, hybrid learning, COVID-19, learning loss, transition back to school, English Language Learners, distance learning strategies and students with disabilities.  Modules:  1. Hot Topics in Technology & Pedagogy  2.Continuity of Learning  3. Learning Acceleration Series  4. Advancing Equity in an Era of Crisis  5. Distance Learning Consortium  6. Distance Learning Strategies  7. Rapid Response transition  8. Setting up Virtual Learning Systems  9. Distance Learning  10. Special Education  11. Community Engagement

Citation/Source

California Collaborative for Educational Excellence (ccee). 2020. Distance Learning and Teaching Modules. Sacramento, California: California Collaborative for Education Excellence (ccee)
https://ccee-ca.org/resources/distance-teaching-learning/

Publication Date
2020
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Exercise Key to Fight COVID-19's Toll On Mental, Behavioral Health (Website)

This author argues that physical activity and fitness is essential to maintain good mental health, and that a regimen of exercise is an effective treatment for a range of mental illnesses including mild to moderate depression.

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National Alliance on Mental Health, (2020).

Publication Date
2020


This webinar presents strategies for strengthening relationships, building inclusive classrooms, developing trust, and fostering a sense of psychological safety.

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Bindreiff, D. (2023). Fostering Belonging to Heal, Empower, and Educate Kids. Corwin. Accessed March 25, 2024.

Publication Date
2023
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Watch our Town Hall Meeting: Supporting Youth Mental Health In the Transition Back to the Classroom, with the California Department of Education (Website)

NAMI partners with CDE to explain the importance of and strategies for supporting the mental health needs of youth; how families and loved ones can support youth going back to school during the pandemic; and ways to advocate and get involved in policy changes for youth mental health.

Citation/Source

National Alliance on Mental Health, (2021).

Publication Date
2021

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California Department of Education, Special Education Division's special project, State Performance Plan Technical Assistance Project (SPP-TAP) is funded through a contract with the Napa County Office of Education. SPP-TAP is funded from federal funds, (State Grants #H027A080116) provided from the U.S. Department of Education Part B of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). Opinions expressed herein are those of the authors and do not necessarily represent the position of the U.S. Department of Education.