The Tenth Annual Central PA Workshop on Evidence-Based Mental Health Services
- Thursday, August 13, 2026, 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
- Presented by Amanda Nickerson Ph.D. and NCSP Distinguished Professor and Director of the Dr. Jean M. Alberti Center for Bullying Abuse Prevention, University of Buffalo, SUNY
- Memorial Lounge - 107 Pasquerilla Spiritual Center, University Park, PA
This workshop explores the essential elements of effective bullying prevention policies and practices in K-12 school settings. Participants will examine how bullying and related behaviors are defined and learn strategies for identifying, reporting, and responding to concerns. Prevention approaches will be presented within a Multi-Tiered System of Support (MTSS) framework, with an emphasis on building a positive school climate that fosters respect, belonging, and safety. The workshop will also review evidence-informed interventions, including coaching strategies for both targets of bullying and students who engage in bullying behaviors. In addition, approaches to empower bystanders to become upstanders will be discussed. Participants will have opportunities to engage in small-group discussions and apply concepts through case-based scenarios.
Registration and light breakfast from 8:30 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.. To be eligible for the full 6-credits for APA and/or ACT-48 you must be signed in before 9:00 a.m. and complete the required forms at the end of the workshop.