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.
Ohio County ESMH Team Brings Experience
Ohio County Schools Expanded School Mental Health (ESMH) features an experienced team of school counselors leading the way. Heather Hines - Elm Grove Elementary, Jessica Watt Dougherty – Madison Elementary, Pam Fazzini – Middle Creek Elementary, and...
Harrison County Project AWARE Student Advisory Plans to Give Back to Their Community
The Project AWARE Student Advisory Group at Washington Irving Middle School in Harrison County met on November 8th to discuss how they might help people in their community. Their faculty advisor, Mrs. Lori Knight, facilitated the discussion using the Socratic Method....
ACEs in West Virginia Video Released
“ACEs in West Virginia” is a powerful and enlightening video that educates the public about Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and their impact on individuals, families, and communities in West Virginia. The video walks viewers through the ACEs cycle and discusses...
Behavioral Threat Assessment in Schools: Evidence, Fit, and Appropriateness
School violence, including school-based gun violence, is a major public health issue that has negative consequences for students, families, schools, and communities (Basile et al., 2020; Peterson et al., 2021). One approach that schools have adopted to address school...
Assessing Self-Injurious Behavior (Cutting): A Primer for Mental Health Workers
This workshop will provide information about self-injurious behavior (SIB), including definitions, causes, prevalence, and evidence-based treatments.
November ACEs Training Series
This series will help adults who serve youth better understand the impact of adverse childhood experiences and trauma.
Impact of Trauma Exposure on Professionals
This training will help participants identify warning signs of traumatic stress plus discuss strategies for response.
Case Managers at Ripley & Blennerhasset Middle Schools are the Heartbeat of ESMH
Expanded School Mental Health case managers are the heartbeat of the program at Ripley and Blennerhasset Middle Schools.
Visit to Valley PK8 Bullying Prevention Kickoff
Valley PK8 in Fayette County held their Olweus Bullying Prevention Program Kickoff on October 12.
Youth Leadership Association Conference
The Youth Leadership Conference is Nov 10-12, 2023 in Weston, WV.