Helping school systems, communities, and youth-serving organizations transform discipline practices to promote youth behavioral health.
Specializing in substance use school discipline. |
Consulting Programs
ComprehensiveSchool Discipline Climate and Culture Assessment & SupportSchool discipline consulting project focused on helping schools take stock of their school discipline culture, strengths and needs. Also includes the Substance Use Best Practice Audit.
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BriefSubstance Use School Discipline Procedure ReviewBrief review of a school's or school district's substance use procedures and practices with feedback and recommendations to align with best practice.
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Research-based substance use school policy, procedure, and practice expertise
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Support that is responsive to your school's unique context, needs, and capacity.
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Featured Service
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The School Discipline System Check-Up℠ is a strategic consulting project that helps middle and high schools:
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Now recruiting schools for fully-funded projects in WA State* during the 24-25 School Year.
*Select regions of WA Please submit a contact form or email for more information. |
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Current and former partners...
WA State Education and Health Department Partners
CPWI and DFC Coalitions Partners
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WA State Schools & School Districts Partners
*School Discipline System Check-Up Projects
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Tammy Dee, Principal Consultant
MSW, University of Washington, Seattle 2012

Quick tips
for educators to promote student mental health

Positive Expectations
We often tell children what NOT to do; without telling them what to do instead. Teaching children what you WANT them to do can help reduce behavior problems. Set & teach clear, positive behavioral expectations.

Accomodations
Going out of your way to prevent distress in children with excessive worries or fears can actually make their anxiety worse. Empathy & validation PLUS gradual & safe exposure to challenges build courage and confidence!

Independence & Responsibility
Children and teens need opportunities to develop confidence in their knowledge, skills, and abilities. A good rule: try not to do things FOR them that they can do themselves.

Stress & the Brain
Stressed humans can't access the parts of their brain that allow them to think rationally and reflect on their behaviors. Recognize when children (and adults) are experiencing a fight, flight, or freeze response. Model mindful moments and relaxation strategies.

Attention & Reinforcement
Pay attention to what you're paying attention to! Highlight the times a child is meeting (or working hard to meet) expectations and positively reinforce their efforts. A good rule: 5 positive reinforcements for every 1 correction.

Boundaries & Enforcement
Clearly set and consistently enforce boundaries. The belief that a child will be caught misbehaving is what deters misbehavior; not punitive consequences! Try restating what behaviors you expect of them. Be consistent with your boundaries!