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Regional Workshop Series
Thank you to everyone who joined us at one of our regional workshops this past month!
A special thank you to all who helped make our 2023 Regional Workshop series possible, and to our speakers who inspired engaging conversation and cultivated learning moments across the state! We are excited to continue these conversations as we work towards a healthier Texas together!
Rio Grande Valley Workshop
Empowering Change: Strategies for Creating a Healthy School Community
Join us for It's Time Texas, Regional Workshops in the Rio Grande Valley, designed exclusively for educators, School Health Advisory Councils (SHACs) members and parents, school administrators, and organizations passionate about creating healthy school environments. Leave with ready-to-implement tools to improve the health of your school community. Network with other school leaders that will empower you to make a lasting impact in your school district and region.
This single-day session is being offered twice, on both July 26th and 27th, with the same content covered on both days. Professional development hours will also be offered. Complimentary food and beverages will be provided.
Immerse yourself in a comprehensive learning experience aimed at creating a healthy school environment!
For more information, please contact us at info@itstimetexas.org.
Note: This event is open to all. Limited spots available.
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Key Workshop Objectives
- Gain knowledge and understanding of how to create a healthy school environment through adopting policy, systems, and environmental (PSE) change at the school district level, including understanding of terminology and skills to plan and implement change.
- Learn about strategies and discuss opportunities to build and engage multidisciplinary school district teams to strengthen efforts and impacts to create a healthy school environment.
- Become informed on best practices to improve employee wellness through wellness programming and policy.
- Expand networks to develop partnerships and leverage connections to support creating a region of healthy schools.
Don't miss this opportunity to be part of the Regional Workshops! Secure your spot today by registering today. Limited seats available. Pick the date and location that works best for you. We look forward to having this conversation with you.
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Fort Worth Workshop
Healthy People 2030: Health Literacy from Advice to Action
Calling all health advocates, Community Health Workers (CHWs), community health organizations, and hospital & clinic staff! Join us for an empowering and informative workshop focused on health literacy, patient safety, and well-being.
At the Healthy People 2030: Health Literacy from Advice to Action, Regional Workshop, we will explore the root causes and outcomes of health literacy barriers and examine how they intersect with the Healthy People 2030 objectives and Whole Health principles framework.
Don't miss this opportunity to make a difference in healthcare and information access. Together, let's empower change and build healthier communities!
For more information, please contact us at info@itstimetexas.org.
Note: This event is open to all, and registration fees apply. Limited spots available.
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July 20th
8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
HSC MET
University of North Texas Health Sciences Center
3500 Camp Bowie Blvd.
Fort Worth, TX 76107
Key Workshop Objectives
- Gain knowledge and insights into health literacy at the intersection of patient safety, public health, and well-being.
- Learn practical strategies to address health literacy barriers and improve healthcare access, understanding, and use.
- Empower yourself and your community to translate recommendations into actionable solutions for current and future public health and patient safety issues.
- Our distinguished keynote speaker, Dr. Eric Griggs, a renowned health and wellness advocate, will share his expertise and experiences in raising health awareness in communities. In addition, there will be various speakers including Kara Hanaoka, MA, and Andrea Rosario, MPH CHES, from It's Time Texas, who will provide valuable insights in health and civic education.
Join us at this exciting workshop to network with fellow health advocates, gain practical tools and knowledge, and be part of a transformative movement in improving health literacy and patient safety.
Registration is now open! Secure your spot today to be part of this impactful event.
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By registering for this event, I hereby grant permission to the organizers and their authorized representatives to take photographs and/or videos of me during the event. I understand that these photographs and/or videos may be used for promotional purposes, including but not limited to social media, website content, marketing materials, and other publications. I further understand that my image may be edited, copied, exhibited, or distributed, and waive the right to inspect or approve the finished product wherein my likeness appears. Additionally, I release all claims against the organizers and their representatives with respect to the use of my image. I am aware that this release is voluntary and that I can decline to be photographed or filmed by informing the event staff on-site.
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