Michael Giffen (@michaelgiffen) 's Twitter Profile
Michael Giffen

@michaelgiffen

Retired Superintendent of Education and Well-being - Simcoe County DSB, Implementation Support Coach - School Mental Health Ontario

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Art imitates life. A treasured work of art by a dear and cherished family friend is now proudly displayed in our home at Harvest Glen … This evening, we are reminded of the beauty of every sunset and what each new day will bring. My favourite tree on the farm. Finding my calm

Art imitates life.  A treasured work of art by a dear and cherished family friend is now proudly displayed in our home at Harvest Glen … This evening, we are reminded of the beauty of every sunset and what each new day will bring.  My favourite tree on the farm.  Finding my calm
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Looking to stay up to date with the latest supports from SMH-ON? Joining our email list is a great way to make sure you don't miss a resource release or new info to support you. Subscribe here: smho-smso.ca/#connect-with-…

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When we put the voices and perspectives of those most marginalized and oppressed at the centre of our work to advance mental health and wellness, we are taking collective action for a better future for #EveryStudent. smho-smso.ca/blog/online-re…

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Are you a manager of student support staff in an Ontario school board interested in an opportunity to network, and learn together on navigating your role, service delivery and scope of practice?  Join SMH-ON's Community of Practice April 18. Contact your MHL to register.

Are you a manager of student support staff in an Ontario school board interested in an opportunity to network, and learn together on navigating your role, service delivery and scope of practice?  Join SMH-ON's Community of Practice April 18. Contact your MHL to register.
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This week we are excited to meet with Mental Health Leadership Teams, exploring components of an effective school mental health delivery model - to ensure every student has access to identity-affirming, student centred school-based mental health supports in school across Ontario

This week we are excited to meet with Mental Health Leadership Teams, exploring components of an effective school mental health delivery model - to ensure every student has access to identity-affirming, student centred school-based mental health supports in school across Ontario
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The SMH-ON Student and Parent/Caregiver Engagement Team is looking for school and board staff members to join us in developing a Student Engagement Toolkit. To join the working group and learn more, head to bit.ly/seworkinggroup. Please sign up before April 28th.

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I am very proud to see the Progressive Pride flag raised at all Simcoe County District School Board. Our support for students, staff & community members who identify as 2SLGBTQ is unconditional. Raising the flag is an affirmation of this support & demonstrates where our #StrategicPriorities lead us.

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Drumroll please: Wayfinder for K-12 is here! 🙌 Haven’t heard about our Wayfinder tool? Take the guesswork out of mental health literacy planning and wellness promotion here: smho.smso.ca/wayfinder. #SMHOWayfinder

Drumroll please: Wayfinder for K-12 is here! 🙌
Haven’t heard about our Wayfinder tool? Take the guesswork out of mental health literacy planning and wellness promotion here: smho.smso.ca/wayfinder.
#SMHOWayfinder
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Last fall we introduced the Identity-Affirming School MH Frame. We continue to intentionally engage with many of you and have updated the frame to reflect that. The Frame is meant to be intuitive, explicit, and continually evolving to be responsive. smho-smso.ca/about-us/ident…

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Mentally healthy schools cultivate communities that centre empathy & respect for one another. Here are some tips to help students manage stress during challenging times. smho-smso.ca/tips-for-educa… #SchoolMentalHealthON #MentalHealthResources

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Wishing students & staff starting back today a fabulous day! To help educators #StartWell, we have 5 ready-to-use activities to promote connection & calm & give you a chance to catch your breath as students return from winter break. smho-smso.ca/blog/online-re…

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A reminder! Next week, we are delighted to host Dr. Niigaan Sinclair as the first guest speaker at the Indigenous Learning Circle for Mental Health Leadership Teams—designed to advance knowledge of Indigenous student mental health and wellness. Join us! smho-smso.ca/events

A reminder! Next week, we are delighted to host Dr. Niigaan Sinclair as the first guest speaker at the Indigenous Learning Circle for Mental Health Leadership Teams—designed to advance knowledge of Indigenous student mental health and wellness. Join us!
smho-smso.ca/events
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A break can be one of the best ways to clear your mind and avoid feeling overwhelmed. We hope you take some time to pause and reflect this March Break! #SchoolMentalHealthON

A break can be one of the best ways to clear your mind and avoid feeling overwhelmed. We hope you take some time to pause and reflect this March Break!
#SchoolMentalHealthON
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May 6-12 is Child and Youth Care Week in Ontario. Child and youth care practitioners are key to building community in schools. We thank U for your dedication and commitment to student well-being. #UnityInCommUnity #CYCWeek2024 OACYC

May 6-12 is Child and Youth Care Week in Ontario. Child and youth care practitioners are key to building community in schools. We thank U for your dedication and commitment to student well-being.
#UnityInCommUnity
#CYCWeek2024
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