SEL Micro-Training: De-Escalation
Children, like adults, have emotional emergencies—they just look different from ours. Using a child-first, relationship-centered mindset, this module teaches us that strong behaviors are no mystery, and that all feelings... Read more »
Field Forum: Strategies to be Proactive in Your Approach with Young People
Virtual TrainingBoth positive and challenging behaviors are part of every youth space. Behaviors are part of life. That being said, some young people struggle with challenging behaviors more than others. How... Read more »
President’s Day
A US federal holiday to honor all persons who served as presidents of the United States.
Maha Shivaratri
A Hindu festival in honor of Lord Shiva and his marriage to Goddess Parvati.
Beginning of Ramadan
9th month on Islamic calendar, devoted to the commemoration of Muhammad's reception of the divine revelation recorded in the Qur'an. The event begins when authorities in Saudi Arabia sight the new moon of the 9th month. It is the holiest period of the Islamic Year. There is strict fasting from sunrise to sunset. Observed Feb.... Read more »
Ash Wednesday
Christian observance to begin the 40 day season of Lent. Ashes are marked on worshippers as a sign of penitence
Beginning of Lent
A Christian time of reflection and preparation for Holy Week and Easter. A forty day time of intense devotion, it is observed by fasting, frequent worship and acts of charity. Observed March 5-April 19, 2025.
Training: Youth Mental Health First Aid
Virtual TrainingYouth Mental Health First Aid teaches you how to identify, understand, and respond to signs of mental illness and substance use disorders in youth. This training gives adults who work with youth the skills they need to reach out and provide initial support to children and adolescents (ages 12-18) who may be developing a mental... Read more »
Training: Youth Thrive (Day 1 of 2)
Vermont Department of Health 118 Prospect Street, White River Junction, Vermont, United StatesYouth Thrive is an evidence-informed framework for approaching our work with youth ages 9-24. Instead of a sole focus on limiting risk factors or maintaining a problem-free environment, Youth Thrive... Read more »
Purim
Jewish celebration of the deliverance of the Jewish minority in Persia from genocide.