At-Risk For PK-12 Educators

Users are introduced to a student who is new to the school. She has decreasing class participation and recently ran out of class in tears. Users learn some common identifiers for at-risk students, and practice techniques for promoting resiliency in their students.

Users are introduced to a student who has had altercations in school and may have bullied another student. Users practice effective techniques for broaching sensitive topics, and learn about school bullying and cyberbullying.

Users are introduced to a student with a sick family member who wrote in his class journal that he wishes it was him dying instead. Users practice how to approach the student, ask about thoughts of suicide, discuss a referral, and handle situations where students may be in danger

The virtual coach recaps the importance of educators supporting students who are experiencing psychological distress, and explains how to support students in these situations.

Throughout the simulation, users have access to a printable summary and a web page that includes a list of specific mental health resources available. Kognito customizes this web page for each client.

The simulation is available online 24/7. Users are asked to complete pre-, post-, and 3-month follow up surveys to assess changes in skills, attitudes, and behavior. Upon completion, users receive a certificate of completion. Clients have access to usage reports and evaluation data via the Kognito client portal.