Current Events
Below you will find information about current events and information from our monthly newsletter.
The WV ESMH Initiative exists so that every student in West Virginia can benefit from a school environment that supports social and emotional wellbeing to achieve his or her full potential. We hope these resources help accomplish that mission.
2022 SEL EXCHANGE VIRTUAL SUMMIT
Attend this year’s virtual summit, Weaving a New Tapestry: Schools, Families, and Communities Together, to strengthen our collaboration and spark innovations with SEL.
2022 WV Handle With Care Conference
October 12, 2022 - October 14, 2022 Charleston Coliseum and Convention Center - Charleston, WV and VIRTUAL 3 Days | 40+ Sessions | In Person and Virtual Exhibits | Networking OpportunitiesRegister for the 2022 West Virginia Handle With Care Conference both IN PERSON +...
2022 Sexual Violence Prevention Summit
The WV Sexual Violence Prevention Summit is an annual event that brings together over 200 individuals to discuss statewide and local prevention efforts in West Virginia communities.
WV Substance Use Response Plan Virtual Town Hall Meetings
Town Hall Meetings provide an overview of year 3 progress and solicit feedback regarding updates to the WV Substance Use Response Implementation Plan for year 4
Communities in Schools Leadership Town Hall 2022
Communities in Schools Leadership Town Hall 2022 is October 17-19 in Washington, D.C.
Virtual Annual Conference on Advancing School Mental Health
The Annual Conference on Advancing School Mental Health brings together leaders, practitioners, researchers, family members, advocates, and other stakeholders in the school mental health field to share the latest research and best practices.
Virtual Youth Town Hall: How Adults Can Help Address Challenges in the New School Year
A panel of youth will discuss issues they are facing – such as mental health, academic supports, and COVID-19.
Webinar: Hosting Dialogue on Comprehensive Systems of School Mental Health
Meaningful engagement and dialogue are the foundation for building effective school mental health systems that benefit our students.
Webinar: One Pill Can Kill: The Dangers of Fentanyl
September 13, 2022 - 11:00am - 12:30pm EasternHosted By: Central East ATTCRegistration Deadline: September 13, 2022 Description Through the "One Pill Can Kill" campaign the DEA is bringing awareness to the dangers of fentanyl, the threat of fake pills, and resources...
September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month
September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month —a time to raise awareness of this stigmatized, and often taboo, topic.