New resources and professional learning opportunities from ODE

Substance Use Prevention and Intervention

ODE has new resources available to support school districts in proving comprehensive substance use prevention and intervention services. This Substance Use Prevention Education website has resources to address Substance Abuse Disorder (SUD). The Quick Start Guide provides an introduction and helps audiences access and navigate the resources.

Substance Abuse Health Standards

Transformative SEL

Transformative Social and Emotional Learning: Oregon’s Transformative SEL Framework is intended to enact ORS 329.045 and help build capacity for strengthening equity-focused school cultures that support student and adult wellbeing. A focus on Transformative SEL enables students and adults to be affirmed in their identities, where they can develop a sense of agency and belonging, engage in collaborative problem-solving, and deepen their curiosity about the kind of society they want to make a reality.

ODE has developed new resources at Instructional Frameworks Website for Transformative SEL to support the implementation of Oregon’s Transformative SEL Framework and Standards. The Quick Start Guide provides an introduction and helps audiences access and navigate the resources.



MENTAL HEALTH RESOURCES

Supporting student mental health is a shared responsibility, and timely access to resources can make a meaningful difference. Whether a student is experiencing stress, identity-related challenges, or a deeper mental health concern, the following county specific hubs have up to date community resources and services for educators, youth, and families to find help:

• Jackson County | Jackson Youth System of Care - Connects youth and families to coordinated services that address mental health and wellness in Jackson County.
• Josephine County | EASA - Delivers resources to support families, early intervention for young people showing signs of serious mental health conditions, and helping prevent long-term impacts.
• Klamath Basin Behavioral Health - Offers comprehensive mental health services tailored to the needs of children and adolescents in Klamath County.

• The buttons below will be link you to their websites. Future newsletters this will be located at the bottom of the newsletter.

Non - Emergency Support - Provides immediate, confidential support for anyone experience emotional distress or a mental health crisis.

• #988 (Call | Text)
• 988lifeline.org (Chat)

SCHOOL SAFETY AND PREVENTION

The School Safety and Prevention System is designed to provide school districts with a multi-tiered system of supports ranging from curriculum-based universal prevention programs, to safety-based crisis interventions. The SBHW team is available to support with:

• Planning
• Adi's Act Plan Development & Implementation
• Suicide Prevention, Intervention, & Postvention 
• Behavioral Safety Assessment (Threat) Training
• Sexual Incident Response (SIRC) 
• Flight Team (Regional & School Community)
• Cyberbullying 
• Oregon Safe Tip Line 
• School Safety & Prevention FALL Newsletter

Youth SAVE Training (Suicide Assessment in Various Environments)

Recommended for all school staff involved in Adi’s Act implementation, especially behavioral health staff and administrators. Join Lucina and Mary Massey for this live virtual training designed to equip educators with tools to assess, screen, and support youth experiencing suicidal thoughts. For more information or to register, click here.

You are invited to REGISTER for Youth SAVE (Suicide Assessment in Various Environments) Training

*This private event is open to school staff working in the SOESD region. Use this code to register: YS111725

When: November 17th - 18th, 8:30 am-12:30 pm.

Where: Training takes place on Zoom. A Zoom link will be provided after you register.

Review the Youth SAVE Safety Protocol

Substance Use Prevention Training: Learning to Support Students Through Substance Use Education

Creating safe, inclusive school environments means equipping educators with the tools to support students facing substance use challenges. This professional learning opportunity highlights key topics including Oregon laws, health standards, and developmentally appropriate approaches to substance use education. Participants will also explore strategies for supporting students in recovery and fostering a culture of care and belonging.

December 8th, 2025 - SOESD Office 101 N. Grape St, Medford.

Elementary • 8am-3:30pm • Information | Registration

December 9th, 2025 - SOESD Office 101 N. Grape St, Medford.

Secondary • 8am -3:30pm • Information | Registration

Emotional CPR (eCPR)

Emotional CPR (eCPR) training opportunity: Specialized emotional CPR training is now available for individuals interacting with clients, family, coworkers, or community members. This 12-hour certified course is designed to help individuals assist others through emotional crises, providing essential emotional support and guidance during difficult moments. Participants will learn how to share stories, listen actively and provide emotional support.

For additional details and to register follow this link, or contact Teána Edwards at L8dytee.coaching@gmail.com.

Trauma Informed Oregon (TIO Trainings)

TIO is a centralized source of information and resources for trauma-informed efforts in multiple networks and systems, including housing, culturally specific care, mental health, education, juvenile justice, substance use treatment, and others.

• For a full list of events and to stay updated, check TIO's event calendar.

Collaborative Problem Solving (CPS) Training

• Parent Classes: These sessions are offered at no cost and occur once a week for eight weeks for families across Oregon. For more information, please visit The Riverview Center for Growth.
• Essential Foundations Training (formerly called Tier 1): A 15-hour training on using empathy-driven technique to address challenging behaviors in children. Register here.

Child-Parent Psychotherapy (CPP) Learning Collaborative

• CPP learning collaborative is designed for Oregon providers and is offered at no cost to participants. Participants must meet the core components and minimum training requirements for a CPP Implementation Level Course.
• For more details and upcoming dates, please contact Melissa Thompson at mthompson@gobhi.org or Amy Chandler at amy.b.chandler@oha.oregon.gov.

Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Training (TF-CBT)

• Training to support children and adolescents dealing with trauma. Prerequisite Course: $35, 11 Continuing Education Units. Free for OHA-sponsored participants; $500 for others.
• If you have any questions about the training, please contact tfcbt@aliciasplace.org.
• Link to Register

Nurtured Heart Approach (NHA) Trainings

• NHA is strength-based model for engaging with youth and their families. It is utilized by parents, teachers and therapists as a powerful set of tools to help children with difficult and intense behaviors.
• For additional information, please contact brian.m.pitkin@oha.oregon.gov.
• Link to Register

Link to Oregon Health Authority Sponsored Trainings

Link to Oregon Department of Education Sponsored Trainings

Link to SOESD Trainings