Parent Resources

"There is no such thing as a perfect parent. So just be a real one." ~Sue Atkins

Information Flyers about Programs Available for Parents and/or Students:

Please click on attached links for more information on upcoming classes:

STARRY Spring Group - Positive Action and Coping Class

STARRY Summer Group - Positive Action and Coping Class

ATTENDANCE MAKES A DIFFERENCE

The State of Texas requires all students enrolled in public schools to attend 90% of the time or more. Fifty percent of students who miss 2-4 school days by October will go on to miss a month or more of school. To remain at 90%+ attendance, RRISD students must not miss more than 16 days per school year... which may not sound like much. However, a student who is absent for 16 days of school will miss important instruction in the subject areas of reading, writing, math, science, social studies, art/music/PE, and social-emotional learning... totalling at least 97 lessons taught by a certified instructor! Mrs. Justice and Mrs. Kelley are available to visit with you about your child's regular attendance if you have concerns or are struggling with getting your child to school on time. Check out this website's 10 facts about school attendance and learn more about RRISD's attendance policy on pages 13-16 of RRISD's Elementary School Handbook.

STRUGGLING WITH AFTER SCHOOL CONVERSATIONS WITH YOUR KIDS?

Ever find yourself asking, "How was your day?" to your child, to which his/her response is some variation of "fine"? How about "What did you do in school today?" followed by "nothing"? If you're wanting to stimulate more conversation with your child about his/her day, try more specific questions. See the attached document for a few examples. You may also consider a daily routine in your family to encourage open sharing, like playing 'high-low' or 'roses and thorns' where everyone in the family shares something positive (high/roses) or challenging (low/thorns) about their day.

IT'S NEVER TOO LATE TO TEACH AND PRACTICE GOOD STUDY HABITS

Good study habits are essential to the success of a student at all levels of education, but good habits can be very different for younger vs. older students. Check out the attached document for some ideas on how to start your child on the path to learning and establishing good study habits, regardless of their age.

RECOGNIZING AND RESPONDING TO ADOLESCENT DEPRESSION

It is estimated that 1 in 20 teens and preteens will have an episode of major depression during their adolescent years. Do you know the warning signs/symptoms of depression in children and adolescents? Read the attached document for more information regarding this medical illness.

HELPING STUDENTS COPE AFTER A TRAGEDY

It is never easy to deal with the aftermath of a tragedy like the tragedies we have all seen recently in the news. Please find resources attached to help deal with your needs on your path to healing and resilience in times of tragedy.

American School Counselor Association

Round Rock Counseling Crisis Support

GRIEF AND LOSS IN CHILDREN: HELPING KIDS COPE WITH GRIEF

Please click the links below for information on helping your children cope with grief after a death. There are many resources at these sites, including a developmental guide to what kids might experience and understand about death, book suggestions, grief and bereavement resources in our area, a list of how to support kids in their grief, etc. Grieving Student

Templates PDF.pdf