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JUST THE FACTS

School Newsletter - October 2021

   
   

FROM THE EXPERTS

Becoming an "Askable Adult"
Lance Williams - Education Manager

One of the most common pieces of advice that is given to parents, guardians, teachers, grandparents, and others alike is to be an “askable adult”. Quite simply: An adult that young people see as approachable and they feel comfortable asking any question. When kids are young, the “askable adult” role is easy! “Why is the sky blue?”, “why do people wear glasses?”, “why are apples red?” …okay, so maybe the questions aren’t easy, but they certainly are easier than the topics when they get older.

   
   

THE IMPACT OF HEALTH EDUCATION

Helping to Empower Young People to Make Informed Decisions


How does health education impact our students, families and communities? Take a look:

   
   

IN THE NEWS

5 Myths About Social-Emotional Learning

Understood


There’s a growing awareness of the importance of social-emotional learning (SEL) at home and in school.  In fact, SEL is already being implemented in many classrooms.

Numerous studies show that SEL builds the foundation for thriving in life — inside and outside the classroom. Kids with strong social-emotional skills: 

  • Get along better with others 

  • Have an increased ability to manage stress 

  • Are more likely to graduate from high school 

  • Have key social skills that employers are looking for

  • Are less likely to be involved in the criminal system 

But there are still misconceptions about SEL. Here are five of the most common myths — with the facts to debunk them.

   
   

SCHEDULE YOUR PROGRAMS NOW

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Make sure you get the date and time that works best for your class and your school by scheduling now.


You can schedule online or email us to get your programs on the books!

   
   

JUST RELEASED

Introduce your middle school students to our 8-pixel Interactive game on our Drug Education Portal!

  • Create an avatar
  • Choose your own path
  • Navigate through everyday situations and see what you'd do
  • Learn and practice coping strategies along the way
A GREAT, FUN RESOURCE FOR STUDENTS!

   
   

PARTICIPATE IN THE IYS

What does the Illinois Youth Survey cover?

  • Alcohol, tobacco, and other drug use
  • Beliefs about drug use
  • Health and nutritional behaviors
  • Feelings about school
  • Family support and rules about alcohol use

   
   

MEET THE TEAM

Tishauna Edwards

Health Educator


Tishauna joined Candor Health Education as a Health Educator in August of 2021. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Animal Sciences from University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign and a Master’s in Public Health from Southern Illinois University Carbondale. While at Southern Illinois University Carbondale, Tishauna worked with Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics Department to provide educational hazard programs for elementary school students. Her goal is to assist with educating and encouraging the youth on healthy lifestyle practices.

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