School Education Program
What is it:
Our School Education Program educates youth in school (students grades 7-12 in the Waterloo Region) on the holistic impact concussion has on well-being. It looks at the environmental, social, and cognitive challenges associated for those living with a concussion in a school demographic and why these challenges require enhanced community support.
Our Goal:
To bring awareness to the seriousness and prevalence of concussions in school settings and youth populations while addressing the numerous challenges faced by youths recovering from concussions, emphasizing why community support is essential while navigating recovery.
What to Expect:
A one hour interactive education presentation facilitated by Keep Your Head Up team members who have a background in brain injuries and concussions and/or have lived experience with concussions. Students are encouraged to share and engage in the presentation as well as show their learning with group knowledge checks. The presentation includes a visual aid in the form of a PowerPoint Presentation File and will require the use of a screen (SMART Board or Projector system) for the duration of the session.
When is it:
Mondays, Tuesdays, or Friday mornings to early afternoon from Mid-September to Mid-December OR Mid-January to Mid-June (*excluding Statutory Holidays). Presentations may be booked at most 2 months in advance.
Registration for presentations within the listed weekdays are separated into two 3-hr blocks: Block A (8:00am-11:00AM) or Block B (11:00AM-1:00PM).
Reminder: presentations are 1-hour in length and are held once per Block times (e.g., selecting Block A: 8-11am, input your preferred presentation start time, for example 9:20am and end time will be at 10:20am.)
Where is it:
Educators may select their preferred location within their school grounds. For example: classrooms, school library, or school gym.
Who can register:
Any personnel apart of the WRDSB or WCDSB with the authority to host the education program. For example: principals, teachers, or school administration.
How do I register:
Select below, the preferred date and then time blocks. Fill out the forms to complete the registration and confirmation of the program will be sent via email. Presentations need to be booked at least 72 hours in advance. You may cancel any scheduled presentation dates but please cancel a minimum 48 hours before your scheduled appointment.
For more information:
Please contact Felicia at felicia@keepyourheadup.ca for more inquiries.
