COVID-19 Vaccine Education from Dr. Carly Wilbur, UH Pediatrician and psi Medical Director
The arrival of COVID-19 vaccines stirs up mixed feelings. Many doctors and scientists are hailing this a new chapter in the fight toward ending the pandemic. However, there are others who are distrustful of these measures and are inclined to mistrust science and the government. This article will provide a brief tutorial of COVID-vaccine terminology […]
Making the Grade Difference Maker- psi’s Tina Longworth
Tina Longworth, District Nurse at Norton City Schools, has been nominated as a Making the Grade Difference Maker! Congratulations Tina! We are so proud to have such a dedicated, passionate care-giver like you on the psi team. Together, we are Raising the Power of Education! From the Akron Beacon Journal: Tina Longworth, Norton City […]
COVID-19: Managing Stress and Anxiety
The current COVID-19 pandemic is a difficult time that all members of our communities are experiencing. Roles have changed and routines have been turned upside down. People are facing loss of employment, uncertain futures, and, of course, potential infection of a deadly virus. This is an unprecedented time and one for which we don’t have a step-by-step playbook. […]
psi’s New Free Health Webinar Series!
All of us at psi are very excited to announce our free School Health Webinar Series! Join us this school year as psi’s Medical Director, Dr. Carly Wilbur, UH Pediatrician, takes on the ‘hot topic’ issues pertaining to school health in today’s classrooms. Log in, take part, ask questions, and Raise the Power of Education all […]
Lyme (and other tick-borne) Diseases
Written by Dr. Carly Wilbur, psi Medical Director Welcome to a very special edition of psi’s Paradigm! Are you up to date on your Lyme disease symptoms, treatments, and preventions? With the beginning of the new school year as well as a nationwide increase in tick-illnesses, know the facts! By all accounts, the number […]
Fun Summer Tips That Will Keep Your Child Learning!
Summer is almost here… and that means your students and children will be ready for fun and excitement! Try these great tips for keeping kids focused and avoid the dreaded.. Summer Brain Drain! 1. Get involved Kids of all ages love to know that they’re making a difference, and community service opportunities abound. Read to nursing […]
After a Suicide: Answering Student Questions and Providing Support
by Dr. Scott Poland Co-Director of the Suicide and Violence Prevention Office, Nova Southeastern University, Fort Lauderdale, Florida, and Richard Lieberman, Loyola Marymount University, Los Angeles, California The aftermath of a youth suicide is a sad and challenging time for a school. Postvention has become synonymous with the challenging aftermath of suicide and few events […]
The Ohio Association of Student Councils: Teaching Valuable Leadership Skills in Grades 6 – 12
OASC representative Anthony Paletta (third from right) and the psi team help raise money for OASC’s Northeast Ohio Chapter. Since 1953, the Ohio Association of Student Councils (soon to be the Ohio Association of Student Leaders in January 2020) has been dedicated to the teaching of leadership skills, organizational skills, and people skills valuable to the members […]
Staff and Student Trainings for SY 2019-2020
Schedule now for your 2019-2020 staff and student trainings! Safety and Violence Prevention Training (now includes the required 2-hour mental health component) CPR/AED/First Aid Training Anti-Bullying Programs Suicide Awareness and Prevention Training Bloodborne Pathogen Training Diabetes Education – HB 264 PBIS / RTI LifeAct Programs Communicable Disease Epinephrine Auto Injector Training Crisis Intervention Team Training and […]
psi Webinars: In Case You Missed It…
[av_textblock size=” font_color=” color=” av-medium-font-size=” av-small-font-size=” av-mini-font-size=” custom_class=” admin_preview_bg=”] psi offers live webinars on various educational topics throughout the year. Presenters include national experts and psi staff with expertise in their disciplines. [/av_textblock] [av_one_third first min_height=” vertical_alignment=” space=” custom_margin=” margin=’0px’ padding=’0px’ border=” border_color=” radius=’0px’ background_color=” src=” background_position=’top left’ background_repeat=’no-repeat’ animation=” mobile_breaking=” mobile_display=”] [av_image src=’https://www.psi-solutions.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/VapeLaptop-300×212-1.png’ attachment=’5454′ […]