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We want to see a strong Open Doors track at the Washington Association for Learning Alternatives (WALA) Spring Conference, held February 19-21 at Skamania Lodge in Stevenson, WA!
Be part of the line up to share information, strategies, and successes in Open Doors.
The WALA Presenter form is live on the WALA Spring Conference website! Due date: Dec. 15.
See you there!
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SchooLinks will soon become Washington’s new universal HSBP platform! Anyone interested in learning more is welcome to join us for an informative virtual session where SchooLinks staff will demonstrate what this platform can do!
Learn how this innovative platform empowers students to develop a personalized High School and Beyond Plan, ensuring they are prepared for their post-high school goals. Don’t miss this opportunity to see how SchooLinks can support students, families, and staff!
Use the QR code on the flyer or the link below to register. A Zoom link will be sent to your email when you register, and one week prior, one day prior and one hour prior to the webinar. One FREE clock hour is available for participating in this HSBP platform demonstration.
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Dates/Times:
- Nov 20, 9 am-10 am
- Nov 26, 9 am-10 am
All four sessions of this webinar will cover the same content. Registration is not needed to access a recording. Please only register for one date, as space is limited.
The Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF) is exploring an online tool, initially developed by Evident Change for Humboldt County, CA, that could guide mandatory reporters on whether to file a report or pursue alternative supports. This tool could eventually be tailored specifically for Washington State, and we’re inviting educators, school counselors, and other mandatory reporters to try it out and offer feedback. This initial version provides a “practice” mode, allowing you to explore the tool’s features without submitting real cases. Your feedback will be invaluable in determining if this guide could help professionals across the state make more informed reporting decisions.
If you’re interested in testing the tool or sharing your thoughts, please check out the guide here: CPRG Practice Tool.
Participation is voluntary, but your feedback would be greatly appreciated. Send your feedback directly to Karolyn Smith, Community Engagement Administrator at DCYF at Karolyn.Smith@dcyf.wa.gov..
Mike Glenn, highlighted in the New ESD 101 Student Learning and Support Services October Spotlight, works at Open Doors, Next Generation Zone in Spokane.
Mike is part of the Homeless Student Stability Program (HSSP), supported by the Department of Commerce. He provides housing support, navigation, financial assistance, and case management to students and families experiencing homelessness. His efforts ensure these students, and their families receive the necessary support and stability.
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The OSPI Open Doors Team wants to hear about your amazing work reengaging students in our programs. Your innovative efforts are making a big impact, and we want to celebrate them!
Share your success stories with us for our upcoming newsletter by emailing OpenDoors@k12.wa.us.
Let’s inspire each other!
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Open Doors Students Can Complete a Grade Level Curriculum in a Core Academic Subject Without Earning High School or College Credit.
Some students’ academic skills fall below high school level. The IAP (H) allows the Open Doors program to claim apportionment for supporting students through core academic subjects that do not meet high school or college levels and do not result in high school credit.
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Low-income or uninsured residents in Washington state now have more dental care options. DentistLink, a free referral service for those with Apple Health (Medicaid) or no insurance, has partnered with Project Access Northwest to connect more people to essential health services.
When you call or text DentistLink for referrals, you will reach a team with deep experience connecting people to the care they need. In addition to dental care, you’ll now find a more comprehensive system of support including:
- Medical and behavioral health care.
- Resources to help access transportation to and from appointments.
- Telephone interpretation services.
Support Open Doors youth with accessing DentistLink with three options:
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Phone: Call or text 844-888-5465, Monday to Friday, 9 am-5 pm
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Online Search: Find dental care near you anytime.
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Online Form: Answer a few questions, and we’ll connect you to care.
Read the full article here: Free dental referral service expands care options, addresses health disparities - Arcora Foundation
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Email the Open Doors team for support with your questions at OpenDoors@k12.wa.us.
You can also call the new Open Doors voicemail line at 360-725-4958.
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Past Newsletters:
Check our website for previous years' newsletter topics.
Mandy Paradise,
M.Ed
Open Doors
Program Supervisor
Email Mandy
360-789-3949
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