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Community Educational Programs
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Olathe Public Schools is excited to announce “Community Educational Programs: A Family Speaker and Support Series.” These events aim to educate and support the parents and families of our students and linking them to appropriate community resources. A committee of professionals was formed to examine the needs of the student body and their families relating to mental health and wellness. Each event will feature a professional speaker who will share information about the topics listed below.
2021-2022 Presentations
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Mental Health Liaison Program: Bridging Mental Health Services for Students
March 31, 2022
Speakers: Theresa Heller and Laura Moore, Mental Health Liaisons for Olathe Public Schools
- View a YouTube recording of the presentation
- View the PDF program flyer, English
- View the PDF program flyer, Spanish
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How to get your Child Involved in School and how to Build a Support System Within the School
September 30, 2021
Speakers: Olathe Assistant Superintendents Clint Albers, Dr. Sarah Guerrero, Tim Reves, and Elementary Executive Director Dr. Jill Smith and District Athletic Director Matt Johnson
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Build a Bridge: Tips and Tricks to Connect Your Family to Your Child's School - focusing on how to communicate and be heard by your child’s teacher
January 5, 2022
Speakers: Janet Milford and Andrea Eby - Olathe District Instructional Coaches
Presentations by Other Agencies
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June 1- August 24 Parent Project Junior presented by Johnson County Mental Health
June 1- August 24 Parent Project Junior will be offered via Zoom from Johnson County Mental Health.
Loving Solutions is a parent-training program specifically designed for parents raising difficult younger children, ages 5-10 years. With special application to ADHD issues, Loving Solutions employs a behavioral model to help parents both motivate children to do constructive tasks and manage unwanted behaviors. The program “Steps of Success” (S.O.S.) home practice assignments help create a solid foundation for change. We will follow the UCLA parent support group model. The goal of the group is to develop a bond between parents for ongoing and continued support outside of Johnson County Mental Health Center (JCMHC).
CLASS FORMAT:
This 12-week class will be held on zoom, the link will be provided once registration is complete. You must attend all 12 sessions to complete the class.To register visit, connect.jocogov.org/mental-health-center-trainings
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Strengthening Families Program-Johnson County Mental Health
The Strengthening Families Program (SFP) is a family skill building program found to significantly improve parenting skills and family relationships, reduce problem behaviors, delinquency and alcohol and drug abuse in children and to improve social competencies in school performance.
A family skill building curriculum that:
- Teaches parenting, life & family skills
- Includes a family meal each week
- Incorporates informal family practice time
- Lasts 14 weeks
Read the flyer in English and learn more
Read the flyer in Spanish and learn more
Visit the JOCOGOV Strengthening Families website
Contact Megan Clark: 913-715-7880 OR megan.clark@jocogov.org for more information or to register.
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Prepped and Ready Expert Edition by Children's Mercy
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KVC's 13-Part Parenting Tips Series
Become a Great Parent with KVC's 13-Part Parenting Tips Series
Children don’t come with a handbook, and parenting can feel frustrating and difficult at times. But while there’s no simple guide to parenting, there are many time-tested skills that every parent can benefit from learning. Subscribers will receive one email each week for 13 weeks. This series, created by child behavior experts, features helpful articles, one-minute videos and downloadable worksheets.
Archived Presentations By Olathe Public Schools
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What Teens Want You to Know about Mental Health and Suicide Prevention
Olathe representatives to the #ZeroReasonsWhy Teen Council shared teens perspectives on Mental Health and Suicide Prevention.
Presented Feb. 18, 2021
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Tired of Yelling? Practical Strategies for Changing the Behavior Dynamic at Home
Speakers: Olathe Public Schools PBIS Team members Täna Arnold, Anne-Marie Bixler-Funk, Scott Fluke, and Tom Hanken
(PBIS = Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports)
Presented Dec. 10, 2020
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How to Address Topics of Race and Culture with Your Child
Speakers: Erik Erazo, Coordinator of Diversity and Engagement, and Marquis Harris, Facilitator of Diversity and Engagement, will present topics of race and culture with your child.
Presented Oct. 8, 2020
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Supporting LGBTQ Students within Our Community
Christine Fuhrman (LSCSW, LCSW) and Brandon Mock (ATR-BC, LPC, LCMFT) of KidsTLC will be the presenters for our next seminar. Their presentation is designed to provide parents and friends supportive talking points using the PACE Model, an easy, practical model to supporting all students. The presentation will also highlight community resources available to students, parents, and supportive adults and friends.
Presented Jan. 28, 2020
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Vaping: Information for Parents
Please join us for the opportunity to learn about vaping, the health hazards related to vaping, and what are the signs that your child may be vaping. Our guest speakers for the evening will be:
- Kevin Kufeldt, LCPC, LCAC, Program Manager at the Adolescent Center for Treatment who will share about the health hazards and the signs of use.
- School Resource Officer Jamie Schmidt, from the Olathe Police Department who will discuss her observations on vaping and the potential associated legal consequences.
- Don Hymer, Assistant District Attorney for Johnson County will join Officer Schmidt in sharing the potential associated legal consequences.
- Tim Brady, Director of Athletics and Activities of the Olathe Public Schools will share with parents ASPIRE, an evidence-based intervention for tobacco cessation.
- Student Health Seminar The discussion following the presentations will be moderated by Sharon Morris, Olathe Public Schools Director of Health Services, and Dr. Jim McMullen, Assistant Superintendent of the Olathe Public Schools.
Presented Nov. 19, 2019
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Core Concepts for Parenting a Child Struggling with Anxiety
A five-week course to help parents help their children at all ages.
Presented on Thursdays from Sept. 12, 2019 to Oct. 10, 2019
The following links will allow you to view YouTube recordings of each of the five presentations.
- Watch the first part on YouTube (Unfortunately, this video is not available. We apologize for the inconvenience.)
- Watch the second part on YouTube.
- Watch the third part on YouTube.
- Watch the fourth part on YouTube.
- Watch the fifth part on YouTube.
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Issues in Mental Health: Focus on ADHD
Jeremy Didier, PCAC, PCC, a Parent Coach and Outreach Coordinator for ImpactADHD, founder and group director of ADHDKC, Kansas City’s award-winning CHADD chapter, and a Professional Certified ADHD Coach presented on the topic of ADHD.
Presented Feb., 2018
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Issues in Mental Health: Managing Emotions
Brandon Mock, ATR-BC, LPC, LMFT, a Registered and Board Certified Art Therapist, Licensed Professional Counselor in Missouri, Licensed Professional Counselor in Missouri, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in Kansas, and the Associate Vice President for Phoenix Programming at KidsTLC in Olathe, KS presented on the topic of Managing Emotions.
Presented Nov. 14, 2017
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Issues in Mental Health: Self-Care, Coping, Stress Reduction, and a Healthy Life Balance
Liz George, LSCSW and Angela Guzman, MA from Johnson County Mental Health/Family Focus presented on the topic of Self Care: Coping, Stress Reduction and a Healthy Life Balance.
Presented May 16, 2017
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Issues in Mental Health: Anxiety: Symptoms, the Impact, and Management Strategies
Diane McLean, MEd, PCC presented on the topic of Anxiety. She shared her expertise on the signs/symptoms and effective management strategies.
Presented March 21, 2017
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Issues in Mental Health: Depression Warning Signs and Treatment Options
Slideshow presentation by Nicole Gawer.
Presented Dec. 13, 2016
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Issues in Mental Health: Navigating the Mental Health System
Sslideshow presentation by Cecilia Ponce, LMSW.
Presented Oct. 11, 2016
