Evidence-based Prevention and Intervention Support

At EPIS, we connect research, policy and real-world practice to improve outcomes for children and families in PA. @PRCPennState

[Evidence-based Prevention and Intervention Support @EPISPennState]

From Evidence2Success experiences in Florida, analyzing youth data with teens, "helped leaders determine priorities with confidence."

Learn more about engaging youth in prevention work, with a three-part course on the PLP! Enroll in the courses today! https://t.co/edtyvn6NlC

[Evidence-based Prevention and Intervention Support @EPISPennState]

A key benefit to using youth data is "Collecting youth survey data is a feasible, efficient, and effective strategy for learning about the experiences of youth."

Learn more about the Evidence2Success project: https://t.co/aP2vvidY8A
#actionguide1 #Evidence2Success #youthdata

[Evidence-based Prevention and Intervention Support @EPISPennState]

Join us this Wednesday, December 4th for the PAYS First Wednesday Webinar. On this months webinar we will review the 4th Grade Survey and celebrate your work in the field. Register for the First Wednesday Webinar by clicking https://t.co/ExItn66WtT...
#itpaystoknow #paysguide

[Evidence-based Prevention and Intervention Support @EPISPennState]

Whether you order takeout or enjoy a full course with family and friends, we wish you a restful Thanksgiving and hope you get to think about all you’re grateful for!!
Thank you for all the work you do for your community, and for trusting us to do this work with you!

[National Park Service @NatlParkService]

Your chances of being hunted by a turkey are low, but never zero.

[Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency @PaCrimeComm]

🔔 Exciting News!
Nearly $20M in school safety grants are heading to nonpublic schools, municipalities, & law enforcement, and approved security vendors across PA! 🚸✨

This completes the $120M investment from @GovernorShapiro + @LGAustinDavis Admin's 2024-25 budget, ensuring safer, healthier schools for students, teachers, & staff. 🙌

Read the press release: https://t.co/j33OGskWbd

#SchoolSafety #StudentMentalHealth #SafeSchoolsPA

[Evidence-based Prevention and Intervention Support @EPISPennState]

Are you using your data? Check out this resource on how the YRBS and PAYS compare: https://t.co/oQOcH1zEaj

Learn more about how to use data to inform decisions with this action guide: https://t.co/aP2vvidY8A

#actionguide1 #YRBS #PAYS #youthdata

[Evidence-based Prevention and Intervention Support @EPISPennState]

Module 6 of the PAYS Guide, SHARE your data. What you'll consider in this final module is what audience to share which data points and the method of sharing that info. This is a great time to engage youth! Finally, determine positive ways to share data!

#itpaystoknow #paysguide

[Evidence-based Prevention and Intervention Support @EPISPennState]

In Module 5 of the PAYS Guide, TAKE ACTION by creating a plan - determining who would be best to include in the plan development, exploring what information should be included in the plan, and finally what to do with your plan once it is created.

#itpaystoknow #paysguide

[Evidence-based Prevention and Intervention Support @EPISPennState]

The Evidence2Success first action guide "delves into what can happen in a community when those data are strategically and systematically used," https://t.co/0jmaNBhPGj

The Pennsylvania Youth Survey (PAYS) is one data source https://t.co/wuJfSE5Upk

#youthdata #actionguide1 #PAYS

[Evidence-based Prevention and Intervention Support @EPISPennState]

Module 4 (PAYS Guide), EXPLORES evidence-based programs to determine which is best suited to address the priority BPAs your team has identified. It also walks you through fit, feasibility, and effectiveness to help determine programs for your community.

#itpaystoknow #paysguide

[Evidence-based Prevention and Intervention Support @EPISPennState]

In Module 3, ASSESS what resources exist to address your priority BPAs with a Resource Assessment.

Determine who can assist with your assessment, explore programs, practices, and strategies, conduct a gaps analysis, and summarize information gathered.

#itpaystoknow #paysguide

[Evidence-based Prevention and Intervention Support @EPISPennState]

In Module 2, you will FOCUS on determining targets and priorities identified in your local PAYS data. Use the worksheets in this section to use magnitude, severity, trends and comparison to help determine priority behaviors, perceptions, and attitudes.

#itpaystoknow #paysguide

[Evidence-based Prevention and Intervention Support @EPISPennState]

Thank you to all who have served, and to those who continue to serve, for protecting our freedom and upholding our shared values. Your strength and resilience inspire us every day.

#VeteransDay #ThankYouVeterans #HonoringOurHeroes #ServiceAndSacrifice

[Evidence-based Prevention and Intervention Support @EPISPennState]

Module 1 of the PAYS Guide, will walk you through how to build your team that will begin analyzing the PAYS data from your community. Once your team is in place you'll begin the analysis process by identifying strengths and challenges in your PAYS data.

#itpaystoknow #paysguide

[Evidence-based Prevention and Intervention Support @EPISPennState]

Past and present members of the SPEP™ in attendance at the annual Juvenile Court Judges Commission conference.

Learn more about SPEP™: https://t.co/MA0zy2nJe4

[Evidence-based Prevention and Intervention Support @EPISPennState]

In November we'll be reminding you how important it is to analyze your local PAYS data by using the PAYS Guide. To download the PAYS Guide, visit https://t.co/qP77gzEtRE. Start now by reviewing the Getting Started section of the PAYS Guide.

#itpaystoknow #paysguide

[Evidence-based Prevention and Intervention Support @EPISPennState]

Join us this Wednesday, November 6th for the PAYS First Wednesday Webinar. On this months webinar we will review the PAYS Guide and hear about the PAYS Panel and what they have been up to. Register for the First Wednesday Webinar by clicking https://t.co/oZMzsTfMOY

[Evidence-based Prevention and Intervention Support @EPISPennState]

October is #PreventionMonth. Substance use disorders affect people from all walks of life and ages. Prevention and early intervention strategies can reduce the impact of substance use. Help is available: https://t.co/shfx1ImsXh #SubstanceUsePreventionMonth #MyPreventionStory

[Evidence-based Prevention and Intervention Support @EPISPennState]

Have you downloaded the Using Data from a Youth Survey guide? Learn how to best use your youth data to make decisions today! https://t.co/aP2vvidY8A

#youthdata #Evidence2Success #actionguide1