#tshirtTuesday
The ACE TEAM is representing
- Sue Ellen Young- DMHS
- Karen Miracle- School Counselor
- Meritt Ward- DMHS
Please share your #tshirtTuesday photos by emailing them to dedeeh.newbern@fayette.kyschools.us
REMINDER: Consent for Service
ALL services related to social emotional learning, behavior, and/or mental health that surpasses Tier 1 MUST HAVE consent.
If you have questions, contact dedeeh.newbern@fayette.kyschools.us
FCPS Portrait of a Graduate 2.0
DID YOU KNOW there are recommended outcomes and indicators for the FCPS Portrait of a Graduate? Do you KNOW what the FCPS Portrait of a Graduate is? We encourage you to review the District Website to understand the FCPS Portrait of a Graduate and to dig into the Recommended Outcome and Indicators.
Student Support Professionals play a critical role in the development of students who are Lifelong Learners, Future & Life Ready, Civically Engaged & Culturally Responsive, and Reflective & Resilient.
Support Resources for our Immigrant/Undocumented Students
The Office of Student Support wants to ensure that you have resources in the coming weeks to support our students who may be experiencing high levels of fear and/or anxiety related to their "status" within the United States. If you are in need of more intentional support in your building, please connect with us. We are working in collaboration with other District Offices and Community Partners to ensure we can provide support for our students and families.
One Pager: Protecting Our Students
Know Your Rights: Information for Immigrant Students and Families
Printable Poster: Dreamers Welcome
Immigrant and Refugee Children: A Guide for Educators and Support Staff
ASCA Election Conversations Resource For School Counselors
Helping Kids Process the Election Results
Tips for Preparing for election-related concerns in the classroom
Using election results to teach about emotional regulation
Websites:
TRAUMA INFORMED TIP
These are Dixie kids. At school. First thing in the morning. We have six rebounders, or mini trampolines. Kids can ask their teacher for a pass to jump before the morning bell rings. What a wonderful way to wake up, become energized and get the heart pumping. And did you know A University of Illinois (Champaign-Urbana) study indicates that 10-year-olds who are physically fit perform better on a variety of cognitive tests than their out-of-shape peers? It’s true. “MRI scans determined that the hippocampus — a brain region that contributes to spatial reasoning and memory — was 12 percent larger in the children who exercised, according to an article by https://www.greatschools.org/gk/articles/fifth-grader-brain-development/. Recently in my quest to get more fit, I tried jumping rope. It was exhilarating until my knee protested. Jumping on the ground is hard on the knees, but the mini trampoline is more forgiving and less jarring on the knees. It can help kids get out energy and become more focused. This can be especially helpful for children with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). And, it might just help kids with things like math facts when rebounding is paired with rote memorization. Check this this article about the benefits of using a rebounder for kids and adults alike: https://www.sanfranfitness.co.uk/the-benefits-of-rebounding-for-children/. So, what are you waiting for? Get moving…and get your kids moving too.
PROFESSIONAL LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES
NOVEMBER 21st- 4:30pm-6pm via Zoom- Staying Inside the Window of Tolerance: Strategies to Support Trauma Informed Educators with Alex Clark from the UKY Center on Trauma
CLICK HERE to register
DECEMBER 5th- Unlocking the Power of Self-Care Through Neuroscience Pt. 2
CLICK HERE to register
DECEMBER 12TH- Self-Care; Breathe for Change
Registration Coming Soon
Youth Mental Health First Aid training is NOW available. There are several trainings listed on PowerSchool and can be found at this registration link. These trainings are for any adult who interacts with children and will help them identify mental health symptoms and learn how to get help for youth! Please share this information with your teachers, staff, admin and encourage them to join!
COMMON STUDENT SUPPORT FORMS
DESSA Site Leads: LIST OF SITE LEADS
Lexington Public Library:
Mental Health Agency List- THIS HAS BEEN UPDATED FOR 24-25
McKinney-Vento- Point of Contact Expectations (includes SAMPLE Needs Assessment)
McKinney Vento Questionnaire (Intake Form); McKinney Vento Questionnaire (Intake Form)- SPANISH; McKinney Vento Questionnaire (Intake Form)- SWAHILI
Parental Consent for Ongoing Counseling and Mental Health Services- CLICK HERE for translated versions
Positive Behavior Intervention and Supports- Sample Forms and Resources
SEL Canvas Courses- Elementary: Caring School Community; Middle: Second Step; High: School Connect
Teacher Resource Center- Click here, Scroll to Teacher Resource Center, Click on the "catalog" tab, Click on "resource list" tab, Scroll down to Student Support Services.
Vaping Resources- UPDATED
STUDENT SUPPORT CANVAS COURSE
Do you want to learn more about what support and services we can offer you , other staff members, students, and families within your School Community? CLICK HERE to access the Student Support Canvas Course that guides you through our Office's services and supports.
