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Announcements

On June 6, 2025, please join VCOE and Gold Coast Health Plan (GCHP) in celebration of efforts in building systems of wellness in schools. Through the the Student Behavioral Health Initiative Program (SBHIP), VCOE and GCHP have worked to support school wellness efforts to include integration of community-based organiztions and services. The program has also assisted schools to focus on providing culturally and linguistically affirming practices, as well as building pathways into the behavioral health workforce pathways for students who reflect their community. The event will begin at 2:00 with remarks from students, staff and community leaders. The activities will also include a tour of the Pacifica Wellness Center. The evening concludes with a visit from local food trucks where you and your family can enjoy a delicious dinner in celebration of the great work happening to support student wellness! Please click here to see this flyer for more information and to RSVP.

 

 
Comprehensive Health and Prevention Programs

Comprehensive Health and Prevention Programs (CHPP) assists schools and districts in supporting academic achievement and healthy behavioral outcomes for students. CHPP focuses upon the establishment of healthy, positive, safe and supportive school environments. CHPP provides professional development, leadership, consultation and technical assistance to Ventura County districts and schools.


General areas of focus for professional development, leadership, consultation and technical assistance include: 

  • Alcohol, Tobacco, and Other Drugs Prevention Education 
  • Bullying Prevention and Intervention 
  • California Healthy Kids, School Climate and Parent Survey
  • Multi-tiered Systems of Support
  • Positive School Culture and Climate 
  • Prevention and Early Intervention for Mental Health and Wellness
  • Restorative Justice 
  • Substance Use Services
  • Social and Emotional Learning
  • Suicide Awareness and Prevention
  • Trauma-informed Practices
  • Wellness Centers
  • Youth Development
  • Youth Mental Health

The department collaborates and partners with Ventura County Behavioral Health, Ventura County Public Health, and other community agencies and other departments within VCOE to plan, develop and implement programs and activities designed to support and enhance student health, well-being and positive school culture and climate.