PAST DUE: Bullying Prevention Policies

All district Bullying Prevention Policies were due Jan. 13. The submission window has been extended through Friday, February 17, 2023. Please note that districts are required to include their bullying incident coordinator's information in order for the policy to successfully upload.

If you have questions, contact Director of Prevention Services-Blaire Harrison at blaire.harrison@sde.ok.gov. 

Deadline Approaching

Purple Star School Program -

2023 Applications Open

The Purple Star program is designed to help schools respond to the educational and personal challenges military-connected children face during their transition to a new school and keep them on track to be college, workforce and life-ready. To learn more about the ongoing impact of the Purple Star program, click here.

To receive an application or additional support, please email the OSDE Assistant Deputy Superintendent of Student Support, Elizabeth Suddath- elizabeth.suddath@sde.ok.gov

Application Timeline - January 1 - February 28, 2023

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Deadline Approaching

TSET Healthy Incentive Grants

Applications are open for TSET Healthy Incentive Grants for schools and school districts. Funded by TSET, these grants create opportunities to support children in establishing healthy behaviors for a lifetime. They also create healthier environments for school teachers and staff. Applications close February 8, and grants are awarded on a first come, first served basis. Interested schools districts and school sites are encouraged to apply early. Details are attached.

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Stronger Connections Grant Awardees Announced

Over 120 LEA applications were submitted for the competitive Stronger Connections Grant with funding requests greater than 38 million to implement activities that enhance a safe and healthy learning environment. 

All regions and demographics were represented through the application submission with an award amount totaling 11 million plus.

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Webinar Series on "School Counselor and Administrator Partnerships for Student Success"

When school counselors and administrators work together effectively, the school and the students reap the benefits. Whether your school counselor and administrator partnership is strong or has room for improvement, this webinar series is for. This series is for school counselors and administrators to learn how to build successful working relationships that result in positive outcomes for students.

All sessions begin at 9:00 a.m.

• Feb. 8th: Session 1 - Understanding the Role of the School Counselor 
• Feb. 15th:Session 2 - School Counselor and Administrator Relationships
• Feb. 22nd: Session 3 - School Counselor & Administrator Collaboration 

>> Click Here to Register

Transcript Guidance for College and Career Ready Assessment (CCRA)

Oklahoma state law requires that students meet assessment requirements in order to graduate from a public high school with a standard diploma. Scores from the statewide assessment system must be included on student transcripts. This guidance document outlines the minimum transcript requirements under 70 O.S. § 1210.508, and provides guidance on additional scoring information that may be included on student transcripts. 

If you have any questions about transcript requirements, please contact Jenna Jones jenna.jones@sde.ok.gov or Ashton Frisby ashton.frisby@sde.ok.gov

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Coffee With Counselors 2023 Dates

Please join us for "Coffee with Counselors!" This is an informal time for school counselors from across our great state to come together for celebration, collaboration, and continued growth. We look forward to you joining us!

• Feb 7th - 9:00-10:00
• Mar 7th - 9:00-10:00
• Apr 4th - 9:00-10:00
• May 2nd- 9:00-10:00 

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting (it will be the same Zoom link for all sessions).

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Share Your School-Based Concerns on
the Awareity Reporting App

Reports can be submitted about bullying/cyberbullying, child nutrition, civil rights, curriculum and instruction (including potential violations of HB 1775), fraud/embezzlement, Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, legal concerns, professional standards/educator conduct, safety and security, school board complaints, data security and privacy, suicide/self-harm, sex discrimination or sexual harassment. You can review the Order of Contact for bullying reporting here.

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National Alliance of School Crisis Responders

There is a new opportunity for educators to join the National Alliance of School Crisis Responders, a new and free organization created by Michelle Strain, Executive Director of Prevention and Intervention Services at the OSDE. Strain leads Oklahoma's school crisis response.

The organization is in early stages. There are plans for collaboration and best practices sharing for educators across the United States. A few states are already on board to join the alliance. 

At this time, this is a free organization where school crisis responders can come and share ideas with like-minded people. The resources are free, and there is no official membership fee. As the planning team continues to meet, they will work to determine what everyone wants and needs out of this alliance. If you are interested in joining, go to www.schoolcrisisresponders.com and click the join button.

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FREE PREPaRE CRISIS WORKSHOPS

Request FREE Professional Development

Did You know we offer FREE training in School-Based Mental Health, Prevention and Intervention and Comprehensive School Counseling? We offer in person as well as virtual trainings.

>> Request FREE Professional Development

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