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EDUCATE TEACHERS NEWS
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March/April 2022
Welcome Spring
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"Spring is when you feel like whistling, even with a shoe full of slush."
~Mark Twain
"In the spring, I have counted 136 different kinds of weather inside of 24 hours."
~Doug Larson
"April hath put a spirit of youth in everything."
~William Shakespeare
~Mark Twain
"In the spring, I have counted 136 different kinds of weather inside of 24 hours."
~Doug Larson
"April hath put a spirit of youth in everything."
~William Shakespeare
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Factors Contributing to Poor Mental Health Among Children During the Pandemic
Social distancing and prolonged periods at home as a result of the pandemic have negatively impacted the mental health of children. Many children feel isolated and lonely which can feed into a cycle of sadness, anxiety and depression. Research indicates that mental health issues associated with anxiety and depression can set the tone for mental health problems later in life. Because children have been in isolation and quarantine due to the pandemic, they may experience an increase in separation anxiety from parents or caregivers. Many of those same caregivers are under tremendous stress themselves as they try to balance work, childcare, household responsibilities and money problems. Research finds that "49% of households with children reported a loss of employment income and 61% reported difficulty paying for usual household expenses in late March 2021." Parents who experience difficult mental health issues many compound mental health issues in their children. Many children from low income households have little to no access to mental health care. The incidents of child abuse has increased because of the pandemic it is believed because of parental stress. Child abuse is linked to adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) linked to possible mental illness and substance misuse later in life. (Source: Mental Health and Substance Use Considerations Among Children During the COVID-19 Pandemic) 
“You are first a person, spouse, parent, child, sibling and friend; then, you are a teacher." Join us for a 1 hour class exploring the many dimensions of childhood mental health. EXPLORING: Classroom Health: Childhood Depression Join Us (1cr hr) Starts March 23rd...Ends April 22nd (1cr hr) Starts April 13th...Ends May 13th Course Topics: *Prevalence & Types of Depression *Comorbidity: When Depression Co-exists with Other Disorders *ADHD & Depression *Risk Factors: Biological, Psychological, and Environmental *Symptoms In and Out of the Classroom *Suicide & Other Serious Consequences *Students Speak about Depression *Common Depression Treatments & School Based Programs *Tips for Parents *Parenting During a Pandemic: COVID-19 and Depression *Teaching During a Pandemic: COVID-19 and Depression Exploring: Classroom Health: Childhood Anxiety (1cr hr) Starts March 23rd...Ends April 22nd or (1cr hr) Starts April 13th...Ends May 13th Course Topics: *Prevalence of Anxiety *Types of Anxiety Disorders: 1. Generalized Anxiety Disorder 2. Separation Anxiety Disorder 3. Social Anxiety Disorder 4. Selective Mutism 5. Specific Phobias: Obsessive Compulsive Disorder; PTSD *Comorbidity: When Anxiety Co-exists with Other Disorders *Measurement and Screening Tools for Childhood Anxiety *Risk Factors: Biological, Environmental and the Brian *Symptoms In and Out of the Classroom *Students Speak about Anxiety *Common Anxiety Treatments & School Based Programs *Tips for Parents *Parenting During a Pandemic: COVID-19 and Anxiety *Teaching During a Pandemic: COVID-19 and Anxiety *Strategies for Classroom Teachers and the Leadership EXPLORING: Classroom Health: Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) (1cr hr) Starts March 23rd...Ends April 22nd (1cr hr) Starts April 13th...Ends May 13th Course Topics: *Prevalence, Types, & Characteristics of ADHD *Sluggish Cognitive Tempo *Executive Functioning & ADHD *ADHD & Life Expectancy *Comorbidity & Multimorbidity *ADHD & Learning Disabilities *Tips & Strategies for Teachers & Parents New in Our Classroom Health Series: EXPLORING: Dying to Eat: When Food is Your Enemy
(3cr hrs) Starts March 23rd...Ends May 20th EXPLORING: Dying to Eat: When Food is Your Enemy (3cr hrs) Starts April 13th...Ends June 10th Eating disorders present a debilitating condition that has increased in all strata of society and age groups dramatically over the years. Eating disorders can impact infants, children, teens and adults. They can reach both men and women; although many eating disorders have been found to be experienced by more women than men. Mortality rates for individuals with an eating disorder are much higher than those in the general population and medical costs are significantly increased. Eating disorders impact quality of life and place burdens on families, education, employment and society. This class will explore the signs and symptoms of eating disorders, the red flags teachers and parents should be aware of, and the struggles people with eating disorders endure. Information will be presented on how educators need to react to students who display symptoms of eating disorders and how to build a safe and supportive network. Each individual eating disorder type will be explored highlighting symptoms, treatment and what educators can do to help the child/teen with an eating disorder. Videos of professionals explaining these corrosive disorders will be presented along with videos of people who have experienced, or are experiencing the condition. Strategies, approaches, techniques and interventions will be discussed on how to remediate and support the child/teen who suffers from an eating disorder within the classroom and home setting. Course Topics *Prevalence of Eating Disorders *Types of Eating Disorders: 1. Anorexia nervosa 2. Bulimia nervosa 3. Binge eating disorder 4. Pica 5. Rumination disorder 6. Avoidant/restrictive food intake disorder 7. Other eating disorders *Comorbidity: When Eating Disorders Co-exist with Other Disorders *Measurement and Screening Tools for Eating Disorders *Risk Factors: Biological, Environmental and the Brian *Symptoms In and Out of the Classroom *Students Speak about Eating Disorders *Common Treatments for Eating Disorders *Strategies for Classroom Teachers and Leadership 
All Educate Teachers courses are accredited. Choose from:
EXAMINING Courses 8/9 weeks, instructor facilitated, with your choice of either Iowa License Renewal or EDMA Graduate Credit EXPRESS Courses 6 weeks, instructor facilitated, Iowa License Renewal Credit EXPLORING Courses 4 weeks, self-study, Iowa License Renewal Credit
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2021 Children’s Books About the COVID-19 Pandemic FEBRUARY 20, 2021 BY TRAVIS JONKER https://100scopenotes.com/2021/02/20/2021-childrens-books-about-the-covid-19-pandemic/ 
Madeline Will reports on an EdWeek Research Center survey that indicates that teacher morale has fallen considerably over the span of the pandemic. "In a November survey of a nationally representative sample of 817 teachers, nearly three-quarters of teachers say their morale is lower than it was before the pandemic, and 85 percent say overall teacher morale at their school is lower now. Back in March, just 63 percent of teachers said morale was lower. Now, 42 percent of teachers say the coronavirus pandemic has made them feel less motivated at work." What can be done to help? School leaders have provided the following list of ideas to bring morale in teachers up: -Give teachers more planning time. Many teachers say that’s the No. 1 thing keeping them afloat during this unpredictable school year. -Offer opportunities for socialization. Teachers are isolated from their peers this year, so offer chances for them to connect outside of a work setting, like a virtual social hour or an activity like virtual yoga. -Provide mental-health support via a hotline or in-school counseling sessions. Teachers are under immense pressures this year, given the changes to their jobs and the stresses of living through a pandemic, and might benefit from talking to a professional. (Source: As Teacher Morale Hits a New Low, Schools Look for Ways to Give Breaks, Restoration) How can we help you? Self Care classes for teachers: EXPRESS: I'm So Stressed: Mindfulness & Meditation for Teachers & Students (3cr hrs) Starts March 23rd...Ends May 6th EXPRESS: I'm So Tired! A Educator's Guide to Self Care (3cr hrs) Starts March 23rd...Ends May 6th EXPRESS: I'm So Vulnerable! How to Become Resilient in a Chaotic World (3cr hrs) Starts March 23rd...Ends May 6th EXPRESS: I'm So Tired! An Educator's Guide to Self-Care (3cr hrs) Starts April 13th...Ends May 27th EXPRESS: ACEs: The Impact of Adverse Childhood Experiences (3cr hrs) Starts April 13th...Ends May 27th EXPRESS: I'm So Stressed! Mindfulness & Meditation for Teachers & Students (3cr hrs) Starts April 13th...Ends May 27th |
