Read a recap of the Empowering Parents sessions from the Dec. 18 edition of The Compass here.
In Leander ISD, the partnership between the district and parents serves as the foundation in benefiting students and keeping them safe. It takes all of us.
In response to community requests for educational awareness on topics of safety and security, along with health and wellness, we launched Empowering Parents.
In November and December, the district held three in-person sessions, where parents had an opportunity to hear from leaders involved with safety and security, emergency services, student support services, health services and counseling services.
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Empowering Parents Summit from Fall 2022
Introduction
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House Bill 3
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Proposed Police Department
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Emergency Management
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Student Support Services
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Health Services
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Counseling Services
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Mental Health Minutes
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In an effort to promote mental health awareness and reduce the stigma of seeking help for mental health concerns, the Leander ISD Counseling Services team created the Mental Health Minute video series. The videos are shared through daily announcements, campus and district newsletters as well as district and campus social media.
The videos were written and recorded by Leander ISD Counseling Services team members. Some of the topics covered will include :
- managing stress
- healthy coping skills
- staying grounded
- talking about your feelings
- making and building positive friendships
- how and when to ask for help
Each video ends with the reminder that “if you or someone you know is struggling, tell a trusted adult.”
- Mental Health Minutes: PreK – 5th Grade (English)
Mental Health Minutes: PreK – 5th Grade (Spanish) - Mental Health Minutes: 6th-12th Grade (English)
Mental Health Minutes: 6th-12th Grade (Spanish)
Mental Health Resources
Leander ISD Mental Health Resources:
- School counselors: Elementary and secondary counselors are the first point of contact for student mental health concerns. They provide counseling curriculum classroom lessons as well as brief individual and small group services. To get connected with your counselor, visit this list to find your school counselor’s information.
- The Student and Family Support Team (SFST) is a dedicated team of therapists devoted to authentically and equitably promoting the growth and well-being of all students and families in Leander ISD by providing high-quality, holistic mental health services. We are committed to removing barriers without judgment, in order to offer culturally responsive and empathetic support to all. Our team works collaboratively with families to provide mental health care tailored to individual needs. We believe in creating a supportive environment where everyone feels valued and empowered. Read more information about SFST services and how to get connected.
SFST Information (English)
SFST Information (Ukrainian)
SFST Information (Spanish)
SFST Information (Russian)
SFST Information (Korean)
SFST Information (Arabic)
SFST Information (Telugu)
SFST Information (Hebrew)
Community Mental Health Resources:
- Integral Care Psych. evaluation, med. management, crisis intervention and counseling for Travis County residents (512) 472-4357
- Bluebonnet Trails Community Services Psych. evaluation, med. management, crisis intervention and counseling for Williamson County residents (512) 255-1720
- Psychology Today: Online database that connects clients to therapists based on presenting concern, insurance, location, and other individualized criteria.
Emergency Mental Health Services:
- Bluebonnet Trails Crisis Hotline: (800) 841-1255 24 hr response to mental health crisis in Williamson county
- Integral Care Crisis Hotline: (512) 472-HELP (4357) 24 hr response to mental health crisis in Travis County
- Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: Call or text 988
Local Psychiatric Hospitals: Can provide free mental health assessments
- Georgetown Behavioral Health Institute: Assessment Line (512) 819-1154 – Inpatient, Intensive Outpatient, Partial Hospitalization (ages 8-17)
- Cross Creek Hospital: Assessment Line (512) 215-3900 – Adolescent Inpatient and Outpatient (ages 12-17)
- Austin Oaks Hospital: Assessment Line (512) 440-4800 – Inpatient (ages 12-17), Intensive Outpatient & Partial Hospitalization (ages 12-17) In person & virtual services available
- Cedar Crest Hospital: Assessment Line (877) 515-0591 – Inpatient (ages 5-17), Partial Hospitalization (ages 12-17) In person
- Mental Health Unit at Dell Children’s Medical Center: Assessment Line (512) 324-0029 – Inpatient (ages 6-17), Intensive Outpatient Program (512) 324-9999 x88517 (grades 9-12)
- Rock Springs: Assessment Line (512) 819-9400 – Inpatient treatment (ages 13+), Partial Hospitalization & Intensive Outpatient Programs tele-health available (ages 8+)
- Discovery Mood and Anxiety Center: Assessment Line (844)-428-5468 Partial Hospitalization & Intensive Outpatient Programs (ages 11+)
- Pathlight Mood and Anxiety Center: Assessment line 512-767-6060 Partial Hospitalization, Intensive Outpatient, and virtual IOP available (ages 12-17)
- Eating Recovery Center: Assessment Line 1-866-740-5491 Partial Hospitalization & Intensive Outpatient programs (ages 8-17)
For a more comprehensive overview of community services use the links below:
Mental Health Resources
Mental Health Resources (Spanish)
Community Resources
Community Resources (Spanish)
