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School Wellness Weekly 11.02.18

Last Chance to Register for Election Day Professional Learning: Think-Move-Achieve Conference for Physical and Health Educators

There is still time to register for our upcoming Think-Move-Achieve Conference for Physical and Health Educators on Election Day, Tuesday, November 6, 2018. Check out the available sessions by visiting our 2018-19 professional learning catalog f or details and register on Eventbrite . Queens locations are at capacity, but you can register for workshops in all other boroughs.

Social Tip: Don’t forget to share your experiences on the day of the event and from all our workshops and expos via social media by using #NYCSchoolWellness #ThinkMoveAchieve

Wellness Highlights Free Training for School Staff to Conduct Parent Workshops on Puberty and Menstruation The DOE in partnership with Planned Parenthood of New York City (PPNYC) is offering a free training session on Friday, 11/16 in Long Island City for school staff to learn how to lead parent workshops at your school on puberty and menstruation. Register now for Parents and Puberty: Helping Families Communicate About Developmental Milestones . You’ll learn how to facilitate a one-hour parent/guardian workshop and receive the the resources you need to hold the workshop at your school. Know a High School Student Interested in Health and Wellness? Nominate Them For the Student Voice Committee! Deadline 11/9 The Office of School Wellness Programs is currently accepting nominations for the 2018-19 Student Voice Committee (SVC). The SVC, an arm of the DOE District Wellness Advisory Council, is comprised of DOE high school students who work collaboratively on health promotion campaigns and share their perspectives on what health, physical education, and other wellness initiatives should look like in NYC public schools. School and agency staff interested in nominating a high school student must complete the  nomination form  by  Friday, 11/9 . Questions? Email wellnesspartnerships@schools.nyc.gov. Funding Available for Student-Led Diversity Clubs Staff of all DOE district public schools K-12 can apply by 11/13 for DOE funding to support identity-based, student-led diversity clubs at your school, which can include but are not limited to clubs that support LGBT youth, new immigrants, or students of color, including broad diversity clubs or Respect for All student groups. Funding is for student club advisors or a project or initiative taken on by the club. For additional information and to apply, see the Student Club Funding Application page ; application deadline is 11/13 . Selected schools will be informed by 12/11 . For questions, email Jared Fox or call 212-374-6908. Reminder: DOE Transgender and Gender Nonconforming Guidelines The DOE is committed to fostering school environments where our students are treated equitably and feel safe and supported. See the DOE’s Transgender and Gender Nonconforming Guidelines for detailed information on creating a school culture that respects and values all students and fosters understanding of gender identity and expression within the school community.   K-5 Schools and School Wellness Councils: Excellence in School Wellness Award Application Open The NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene's Excellence in School Wellness Award recognizes elementary schools for their efforts to create a healthy school environment that helps promote student health and improve academic achievement. All NYCDOE elementary schools are eligible to apply by  3/1 . Visit the   Healthy Children/Healthy Schools page   for more information; contact   healthyschools@health.nyc.gov   with questions.

Physical Education

Register Now for November PE Professional Learning Community Meetings  Register for the  11/19  sessions and join your fellow physical education teachers at this month’s Citywide professional learning meetings. Meetings take place in every borough during Monday professional learning sessions for K-12 physical education teachers. Network with other PE professionals and work together to strengthen the instructional practice and leadership skills needed to champion PE and wellness in your school communities. More than 360 PE teachers Citywide attended October PLCs! Check our  2018-19 Professional Learning catalog  for upcoming sessions throughout the year.

Health Education Our upcoming trainings help CAP staff and health education teachers have sensitive conversations with students, identify signs of mental health challenges and illness in young people, and effectively teach the DOE's required HIV/AIDS lessons (continue to visit our  2018-19 Professional Learning Catalog ): November 19: CAP Contraceptive Crash Course Webinar . CAP-trained staff and grades 9-12 health education teachers, register for this 75-minute webinar on how to engage your students in conversations about contraception. November 20: Youth Mental Health First Aid Training for CAP-trained Staff . Register here for this full-day course provided by the NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene in collaboration with ThriveNYC to learn how to help young people who are experiencing a mental health crisis or challenge. The course introduces common mental health and social/emotional issues such as anxiety, depression, and others, and provides action plans on how to identify, understand and respond to signs of mental illness and substance abuse. November 27: Elementary Health Education Basics III: HIV/AIDS . Grades K-5 common branch and cluster teachers,  register  for this full-day workshop in Manhattan. November 30: Middle School and High School Health Education Basics III: HIV/AIDS . Grades 6-12 common branch and cluster teachers,  register  for this full-day workshop in Manhattan.

Building the Wellness Community

Asphalt Green FREE Recess and Physical Activity Training Opportunities  Learn how to build better recess at your school with free training from Asphalt Green on Election Day, 11/6, 9:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. or 12:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Register today . Asphalt Green, in partnership with the Office of School Wellness Programs, is also offering a free 3-hour recess training for K-5 school staff on 11/19 at Red Hook Recreation Center in Brooklyn. Learn recess games that are great for any indoor or outdoor space, including large and small playgrounds, the auditorium, hallway, cafeteria, and more. Participants will learn conflict resolution strategies and techniques to improve transition time.   Free Online Asthma Training for School Staff, Families, and Caregivers: The American Lung Association in New York offers a free, one-hour online training titled Asthma Basics that is an ideal learning tool for school nurses, educators, and parents/guardians and caretakers of children with asthma. Learn how to better understand symptoms, triggers and medications as well as how to recognize and respond to a breathing emergency. Available in English and Spanish; register here . CORRECTION: Girls on the Run 5K Celebration Date Our last issue listed an erroneous date for this event. Our apologies. The correct date is Sunday, December 9. See the complete announcement below: Grades 3-12 Students: Join Girls on the Run's 5K Celebration in December: Looking for a free event that inspires girls to be joyful, healthy, and confident? School staff and grades 3-12 students of all genders are invited to participate in Girls on the Run's end-of-season celebration on Sunday, 12/9 at Icahn Stadium on Randall's Island. Participate in a 5k run/walk and pre-course activities starting at 9 a.m., rain or shine. Register today – space is limited and available first-come, first-served. Questions? Email wellnesspartnerships@schools.nyc.gov.

Office of School Health Corner

Dental Hygiene and Health: Learn more about keeping your mouth healthy Tooth decay, or cavities, is the most common dental problem among children, yet it is preventable . In New York City, more than  one out of three  third grade children have untreated tooth decay. If left untreated, it can cause health problems including pain, infection, difficulty eating and speaking, and reduced self-esteem. Here are some easy ways to prevent tooth decay: Regular dental visits assure that preventive measures are used and that decay can be detected early. Fluoride is in NYC tap water, toothpaste, and rinses. A dentist or dental hygienist can also apply flouride varnish in high-risk groups and dental sealants when indicated. Maintain proper oral hygiene by brushing your teeth twice a day and flossing daily. Avoid sugary beverages and starchy foods and limit between meal snacking.   View Oral Health Materials Online and Order Visit the NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene’s Oral Health webpage to view and print materials, or order copies at no charge by calling 311, or 347-396-7951. School Based Dental Programs Dental programs are available at many public schools. Students with signed parental consent forms will receive: Preventative dental treatments Referral for restorative care or, in some programs, provision of restorative care such as fillings at the school   Contact: If your school does not have a dental program and you want to learn more about how you can prevent dental disease, please contact NYCDOHMHDental@health.nyc.gov for further assistance.

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