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Junior High SEL & Wellness

Social Emotional Learning, Well-Being, and Safety

Junior High SEL& WellnessSocial Emotional Learning, Well-Being, and Safety

August 2024

What is SEL?

Social emotional learning (SEL) is a methodology that helps students of all ages to better understand their emotions, to feel those emotions fully, and demonstrate empathy for others. These learned behaviors are then used to help students make positive, responsible decisions; create frameworks to achieve their goals, and build positive relationships with others.


The Benefits of SEL

SEL is beneficial to both children and adults, increasing self-awareness, academic achievement, and positive behaviors both in and out of the classroom. From an academic standpoint, students who participated in SEL programs saw an 11 percentile increase in their overall grades and better attendance. On a more individual level, the skills learned within an SEL program have been shown to help students better cope with emotional stress, solve problems, and avoid peer pressure to engage in harmful activities. Students who are equipped to deal with problems that affect them on a personal level are then better able to navigate the pressures of adult life.

Theme for the Year: Every Student, Every Day!

Did you know...? Why Daily Attendance Matters:

  1. Missed Lessons = Falling Behind: Even one day can mean missing critical instructions and activities, making it harder for your child to catch up.

  2. Impact on Future Success: Consistent attendance is a strong predictor of academic achievement and future opportunities.

  3. Building Resilience: Regular attendance teaches your child the value of perseverance and responsibility—essential skills for success in life.

  4. Stronger Friendships: Daily presence helps your child develop and sustain friendships, which are crucial for emotional and social development.

  5. Healthy Routine: Attending school every day establishes a stable routine, promoting better mental and physical health.

Cuero ISD School Calendar
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Resources for Families

How to help your child succeed from Day 1
This article is has concrete advice for kids & their grownups, plus a very helpful checklist.

Student Mental Health Services

Cuero ISD is committed to providing quality education to its students. In an effort to achieve this goal, parents/guardians may refer their student for counseling. Please click on the form below for more information. If you would like your child to receive counseling services, please fill out the form and return to your child's campus.

Mental Health Resources

TCHATT Services for Cuero ISD Students

TCHATT (Texas Child Health Access Through Telemedicine) provides telemedicine or telehealth programs to children within Cuero ISD. TCHATT also helps to identify and assess the behavioral health needs of children and adolescents and provide access to mental health services. Cuero ISD is proud to be part of this program that helps students get access to mental health treatment and resources. If you would like more information about TCHATT, you can visit their website https://tcmhcc.utsystem.edu/tchatt/ or contact Courtney Kalinowski at ckalinowski@cueroisd.org.

Crisis Text Line

Provides free, 24/7 support via text message. We're here for everything: anxiety, depression, suicide, school. Text HOME to 741741.

988

988 has been designated as the new three-digit dialing code that will route callers to the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline (now known as the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline), and is now active across the United States.

See Something, Say Something

Anonymous Reporting allows students or parents can anonymously submit any suspicious activity, bullying or other student related issues to a school administrator(s). We encourage you to report important issues.

Useful Links

Safe & Supportive Schools

Cuero ISD SSSP is a multitiered support system that addresses school climate, the social and emotional domain and the behavioral and mental health and wellness.

Parent Portal

This site provides web access to school-related information about your students, including attendance, grades, discipline, assessments, and immunizations.

Student Health Advisory Council

Cuero ISD SHAC is made up of parents, community members, school staff, and students working together to improve the health and wellness of students through Coordinator School Health Programs.

Cuero ISD BJA STOP School Violence Grant Program

Ruby Rodriguez, M.Ed. ~ Director of Special Programs

Courtney Kalinowski, M.S., LPC ~ Junior High School Climate Specialist

Lacy Timpone, M.Ed., LPC ~ High School School Climate Specialist

Kathy F. Scott, LMSW ~ Elementary School Climate Specialist


960 East Broadway Street, Cuero, TX, USA

(361)275-1900

Cuero ISD