Ross Deevern Edmunds

The board meeting focused on several key administrative and financial topics. Discussions included the review of the student handbook, updates on staff vacation leave policies, and the status of housing for short-term employees. The board addressed the need for more efficient policy and manual updates, suggesting future work sessions for substantive policy changes. Financial business included the approval of the amended fiscal year 2026 budget, noting increases in reimbursements and interest earnings, as well as the approval of the proposed fiscal year 2027 budget, which maintains a focus on core operations while providing clarity on contingency and discretionary fund allocations.

The Idaho College Health Coalition (ICHC) Action Plan for FFY2026 serves as a roadmap to prevent harm from substance abuse and promote health, safety, and well-being among Idaho college students, addressing prevalent issues such as alcohol and drug use disorders and mental health challenges among young adults. The plan is structured around three primary goals: establishing a sustainable framework, reducing drug and substance-related harm among Idaho college students, and utilizing data to guide the coalition's work. The ICHC collaborates with educational institutions, government agencies, and community organizations to foster thriving campuses and communities.

The Idaho College Health Coalition (ICHC) Action Plan for FFY2026 outlines a roadmap to prevent substance abuse and promote health, safety, and well-being among college students in Idaho. The plan is structured around three main goals: establishing a sustainable framework for the coalition, reducing drug and substance-related harm among students, and leveraging data to guide its work. Key objectives include developing a sustainable framework, reducing risky alcohol and cannabis use, and utilizing ACHA-NCHA data for informed decision-making to create thriving campuses and communities.

The Idaho College Health Coalition (ICHC) Action Plan for FFY2026 focuses on preventing harm associated with drug and substance abuse while promoting health, safety, and well-being among Idaho college students. Key goals include establishing a sustainable framework for the coalition, reducing drug and substance-related harm, and using data to guide coalition work. The plan outlines objectives and activities related to resource sharing, professional development, screening tool implementation, social norming campaigns, and data collection to inform decision-making processes.

The document is a guide to SAMHSA's Strategic Prevention Framework (SPF), which offers prevention planners a comprehensive approach to understanding and addressing substance misuse and related behavioral health problems. The SPF includes five steps: assessment, capacity building, planning, implementation, and evaluation, guided by cultural competence and sustainability principles. It emphasizes data-driven decisions, community involvement, and evidence-based programs to reduce harmful behaviors and promote community health and safety.