This October 20th, we are hosting a school mental health conference that welcomes anyone who is interested or involved in education (teachers, staff, edtech, etc), wellness, or healthcare. Our conference will be focused on mental health of students & families, as well of those working in schools. Topics that will be covered include immigrant mental health in schools, mindfulness, self-care, behavioral management, common mental disorders in the classroom, IEP’s & 504s, trauma informed education, talking about disasters, and suicide prevention.  There will also be a lunchtime Q&A (lunch included) with session leaders.

As former teachers, we firsthand understand the complexity of mental health in our education system, the need for sociopolitical changes, and the gap in training on many of these topics. This conference was developed in response to the high demand for more mental health training for educators, administrators, and community members! We hope you can make it!  (Office Depot Raffle for first 50 to register!)

Schedule

8:30 AM – 9:00 AM Registration Opens
9:00 AM – 9:30 AM Opening Session
9:45 AM – 11:00 AM Session 1
11:15 AM – 12:30 PM Session 2
12:30 PM – 1:45 PM Lunch and Q&A with session leaders
2:00 PM – 3:15 PM Session 3
3:15 PM – 3:30 PM Wrap-up

On 10/20, Tech Exchange is hosting a Tech Fair in Oakland. Participants can explore education technology learning tools, sign-up for low-cost internet, interact with local tech programs, and walk-away with a free refurbished desktop computer. Tech Exchange increases opportunity for students and families by providing equitable technology access and support across the Bay Area. We accomplish this mission by ensuring that low-income families have home computers, internet access and digital literacy skills.

MORE INFO HERE

Maybe you’ve been following Teachers of Oakland on Facebook or Instagram. Maybe you know how incredible teachers are. Maybe you’re looking to get to know your community a little better. Maybe you’re just looking for a joyful, engaging couple of hours with great people.

No matter what brings you here – we’re glad to have you. Join us for a couple of hours on the 27th, and you can expect:

• To hear from a panel of 4 Oakland teachers about their joys, challenges, courage, and hope
• Time to get to know other great Oakland folks
• An opportunity to share why you think teachers are dope
• Coffee and Snacks

It’s Teachers of Oakland: LIVE – for the FIRST time. Come show love. Come be in community.

During this four-part anti-racist training series, members who identify as white will explore how their identity may play into their leadership and work in the complex Bay Area education landscape.

Participants will unpack their identities from a historical perspective to ensure that they are equipped to make positive, impactful, transformative change for and with marginalized and oppressed communities.

How can we get comfortable working with folks who may not agree with us or identify the same way so we can still work together toward a shared objective?

This session will explore this common question and support you in acquiring and refining the skills and mindsets that can build productive relationships with unlikely allies.

The Extra Yard for Teachers Summit is a FREE, VIP activation space reserved solely for educators within Championship Campus designed to inspire and empower educators in the host city. Any teacher or administrator with a current school I.D. can gain entry to the event. Families of teachers are also welcome to join.

Attendees can look forward to hands-on workshop sessions; an opportunity to engage with CFP Foundation education partners for demonstrations and advice on STEAM lesson plans in “Educator’s Alley”; a relaxation space with chair massages, mindfulness exercises and chair yoga tips to take back to the classroom; and, the “Discovery Stage” which will feature a mix of live talks and performances as well as intriguing documentary footage. In addition, attendees will have free access and a fast track straight into the College Football Playoff’s signature fan experience, Playoff Fan Central, which is also located in the convention center.