Morning Session

NASP is working to help us inform our schools of the valuable mental health resource the school psychologist can be. As a part of this, Region 3 will host a training given by prevention specialists from Northwest Indiana Suicide Prevention Council who will lead us in QPR where we will learn how to recognize the warning signs of a suicide crisis and how to Question, Persuade, and Refer someone to help. In addition, the trainers will provide assistance in establishing a protocol of procedures and resources we can form with our individual school staff members so they are prepared in the event of a suicide crisis.

Afternoon Session

Presentation on the initiative from NASP to empower School Psychologists in supporting student mental and behavioral health. Information from NASP will be shared regarding how school psychologists are uniquely qualified to develop comprehensive support systems, provide direct and indirect services, and expand access. Current public policy presents significant opportunities for school psychologists to do what we do best……improve outcomes for students. Come learn how to get through the barriers and help school stakeholders recognize the asset of involving their school psychologists in mental health needs.

Schedule

The 4-hour Suicide Prevention training will take place in the morning from 8:00-12:00 p.m. CST (9:00-1:00 p.m. EST). Lunch will be on your own from 12:00-1:00 CST (1:00-2:00 EST). Then 1:00-3:00 p.m. CST (2:00-4:00 p.m. EST) will be the afternoon session regarding school psychologists in the role of supporting student mental health needs.

Cost

FREE for IASP members

$10 for non-members

For questions, please contact your Region 3 Representative, Gwen Messman, 219-866-8540 or at gmessman@cooperativeschoolservices.org