Resources and trainings for Essex County Schools
For more information, please contact:
Jessica Thompson,
BRIEF Project/Outreach Coordinator
Jessica.Thompson@essexcountyny.gov
Phone: 518-873-3540
BRIEF and partners cover the costs of these resources for schools and organizations that serve Essex County residents:
- School Outreach Working Group (SCHout!) meets monthly. SCHout breaks down siloes and barriers between schools and the provider system by partnering with schools to strengthen communication and referral pathways.
- Resiliency for staff and students: Training and materials available. Resiliency Workbook Audiobook free download on BRIEF training page.
- MindUP SEL program: Teacher training and materials available.
- SHAPE: Coaching available for School Health Assessment and Performance Evaluation System tool.
- QPR suicide prevention: Access online certification course on BRIEF training page.
- PSET Positive School Environment Team, pending availability of funds. Current PSET Schools (2023-2024) Crown Point Central School, Keene Central School, Newcomb Central School, Moriah Central School and Schroon Lake Central School. PSET (2024-2025) Boquet Valley Central School, Willsboro Central School and Lake Placid.
- Junior Peer Advocate and Family Peer Advocate information.
- Train-the-trainer opportunities: Resiliency, MindUP, QPR
- More!