These webinars are only open to members of the PSBAA.

The Public School Boards’ Association of Alberta (PSBAA) is hosting a series of orientation webinars to explore various topics important to trustees, especially for those new to the role. The webinars will take place virtually on Zoom and will be recorded for those unable to attend.

The webinar Mental Health provides an up-to-date overview of the mental health landscape for children and adolescents in Canada, with a particular focus on anxiety and the ways it can present in school environments. Drawing on current psychological research, the presentation explains what anxiety disorders are, why they are increasingly relevant for educators, and how evidence-based treatments—especially exposure-based approaches—help young people build resilience and reduce avoidance. While not offering clinical training, the session highlights practical, developmentally informed insights that can support educational decision-making, clarify when professional referral is appropriate, and strengthen collaboration between schools, families and mental health providers.

Registration deadline: February 18