Telehealth ROCKS

09/02/2026

Supporting the Whole Child: Connecting Brain Health, Systems, & Practice | Session 11 - Supporting Youth Through Va**ng Cessation: Starting the Conversation

📅 Date: September 9th, 2026
⏰ Time: 9 to 10 AM CT
📍 Format: Virtual via Zoom
👤 Presenters: Amanda Olinger, DO, MA, FAAP, University of Kansas Health System | Elly Leavens, PhD, University of Kansas Medical Center

WSCC Component(s) Addressed: Health Education & Health Services

About This Session:
Youth va**ng can be difficult to address, particularly when conversations about quitting feel judgmental, disciplinary, or overwhelming for young people. This session will focus on how to have supportive, effective conversations with youth about va**ng cessation. Participants will explore strategies for engaging in youth-centered conversations about quitting va**ng including asking about va**ng, understanding a young person’s readiness to quit, responding to challenges and concerns, identifying realistic next steps, and connecting to cessation support. The session will emphasize a youth-centered approach that builds trust, supports autonomy, and connects young people with appropriate resources to help them stop va**ng.

👉 Register for the full series today: https://redcap.kumc.edu/surveys/?s=AN78X43PXWAJNYRC

Please note: A Zoom account is required to join these sessions. If you do not have an account, you can create one for free using a personal email address. Downloading the Zoom app is not required; you may join directly through your web browser.

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09/01/2026

September is Su***de Prevention Month

When working with young people, warning signs can look different than in adults: a drop in grades, withdrawing from friends, giving away favorite things, or suddenly saying goodbye. If you notice these signs, ask directly. You may be the only one who sees what they carry. 💛 ***dePreventionMonth

08/31/2026

‼️ In case you missed it ‼️

Check out the highlights from a recent session of the ongoing Supporting the Whole Child training series, where we learned about how school staff can plan for needs of students with medical complexity in an education setting.

🔗 Find the link to the video here: https://youtu.be/tTvK13qnf0E

Interested in attending trainings like this? We offer two live ECHO-like training sessions a month as a part of the Supporting the Whole Child series, where pediatric providers, educators, carers, and Telehealth ROCKS' partners come together to connect brain health, systems, and practice.

Because every child grows up within systems — and every system has opportunities to better support them.

👉 Sign-up here for the series: https://bit.ly/4taNH4M

‼️ In case you missed it ‼️Check out the highlights from a recent...

08/28/2026

As we wrap up National Community Health Worker Week, we celebrate our SB-CHWs that continuously show up for students and families, both in the school and community. The work they do each day changes outcomes for children and families in rural communities.

Thank you to every SB-CHW doing this work in schools across Kansas and Missouri.

May 8, 2024. Telehealth ROCKS is proud to share a video showcasing ...

08/27/2026

This past week has been busy for our school partners as they prepare for students returning. Several of our partners held back-to-school events to kick off the school year and welcome families!

🎉 Parsons School District hosted VikingFest for the 2nd year in a row, with over 600 families in attendance.

🎉 South Callaway hosted Bulldog Bash for the first time and had over 150 families connected with community resources.

🎉 Kennett also hosted their Back-to-School Bash for the first time and over 230 families attended.

We're proud to partner with communities that go above and beyond to set students and families up for success!

08/26/2026

Bethany Frazier, Registered Dietitian and founder of Kansas City Dietitian Collective, explains how to introduce new foods to kids in an approachable way in a recent session of our ECHO-like Series, Supporting the Whole Child.

Check it out here: https://youtube.com/shorts/Wew6Qd2CBGM?feature=share

🤔 Interested in attending other trainings like this?

We offer two live ECHO-like trainings a month as a part of the Supporting the Whole Child series, where pediatric providers, educators, carers, and Telehealth ROCKS' partners come together to connect brain health, systems, and practice.

Because every child grows up within systems — and every system has opportunities to better support them.

👉 Register for the ongoing series here: https://bit.ly/4taNH4M

Bethany Frazier, Registered Dietitian and founder of Kansas City Di...

08/25/2026

Yesterday kicked off National Community Health Worker Week. This week we recognize the hard work and dedication of our School-Based Community Health Workers in supporting children and families in rural communities to ensure every child has the resources they need to be successful in both school and life.

08/25/2026

It’s not too late to join us!

The next session of the Telehealth ROCKS Supporting the Whole Child: Connecting Brain Health, Systems, & Practice series is happening this Thursday!

Supporting Youth Through Va**ng Cessation: A Shift in Mindset

📅 August 27, 2026
⏰ 12:00–1:00 PM CT
📍 Virtual via Zoom

Join us for a conversation on youth va**ng, ni****ne dependence, and adolescent brain development. Participants will explore current trends in youth va**ng, the impact of ni****ne on young people, and the importance of shifting toward supportive, restorative approaches. The session will also highlight how recognizing va**ng as an issue of ni****ne dependence can inform more effective responses and help connect youth with appropriate resources and supports.

👤 Featuring:
- Amanda Olinger, DO, MA, FAAP, University of Kansas Health System
- Elly Leavens, PhD, University of Kansas Medical Center

👉 Register for the Supporting the Whole Child series today: https://bit.ly/4taNH4M

Please note: A Zoom account is required to join. If you do not have an account, you can create one for free using a personal email address. Downloading the Zoom app is not required; you may join directly through your web browser.

08/20/2026

Supporting the Whole Child: Connecting Brain Health, Systems, & Practice | Session 10 - Supporting Youth Through Va**ng Cessation: A Shift in Mindset

📅 Date: August 27th, 2026
⏰ Time: 12 to 1 PM CT
📍 Format: Virtual via Zoom
👤 Presenters: Amanda Olinger, DO, MA, FAAP, University of Kansas Health System | Elly Leavens, PhD, University of Kansas Medical Center

WSCC Component(s) Addressed: Health Education & Health Services

About This Session:
Youth va**ng is a complex health issue that requires a deeper understanding of ni****ne dependence, adolescent brain development, and the factors that make quitting difficult. This session will explore current trends in youth va**ng, the impact of ni****ne on young people, and the importance of shifting toward supportive, restorative approaches. Participants will gain a better understanding of how recognizing va**ng as an issue of ni****ne dependence can inform more effective responses, including connecting youth with appropriate resources and supports.

👉 Register for the full series today: https://bit.ly/4taNH4M

Please note: A Zoom account is required to join these sessions. If you do not have an account, you can create one for free using a personal email address. Downloading the Zoom app is not required; you may join directly through your web browser.

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08/19/2026

🗣️ Some talking back is a normal part of childhood, especially during the summer when families are spending more time together at home. However, when it becomes frequent or goes unaddressed, it can be challenging for parents and caregivers to manage.

✅ Check out Behavior Checker from Raised with Love and Limits! This evidence-based online tool provides practical strategies for responding to more than 150 common child behaviors in healthy, effective ways, helping families build stronger relationships and positive communication.

💻 Visit http://telehealthrocks.behaviorchecker.orgfor more tools and resources for parents during the summer months!