Public media stations across New York state are collaborating to create a teacher professional development toolkit to improve student mental health. Using PBS Learning Media, teachers will better understand and address self-harm among students. To further raise awareness, public media journalists are focusing coverage on the topic as well. Funding for this program is provided in part by the New York State Education Department.
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Teens soon will get more time to sleep in on school days in Fairport as a districtwide shift in start times is on the horizon. -
Rochester city schools are putting more energy behind an alternative center for conflict resolution, and a “hub” of mediators is shaping a new district-wide approach to violence prevention. -
ConnectionsIn the first hour of "Connections with Evan Dawson" on Tuesday, September 10, 2024, we speak with students about the decline in youth mental health and the types of support adults can provide.
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This week marked the return of students across the region. Thursday was particularly noteworthy in Rochester as one of the largest reconfigurations in the City School District’s history meant hundreds of students were starting the year at a new school. -
Rochester city officials and mental health advocates are calling on parents and caregivers to build deeper connections with their children this school year. -
ConnectionsIn the first hour of "Connections with Evan Dawson" on Wednesday, July 24, 2024, we welcome state Sen. Samra Brouk for a discussion on her plans to address mental health issues for people of color. -
Could a simple set of three digits on New York college student IDs save lives? -
ConnectionsIn the second hour of "Connections with Evan Dawson" on Thursday, May 16, 2024, our guests discuss the state of pediatric mental health care in the region and how they think a new urgent care opening in July will help bridge gaps in treatment. -
ConnectionsIn the second hour of "Connections with Evan Dawson" on Wednesday, May 1, 2024, we host a discussion with mental health advocates about how the pandemic adversely affected the mental health of young people and how to best support them. -
Gov. Kathy Hochul says efforts to improve youth mental health will be a priority in her upcoming New York state budget proposal.
