FCS CONNECT
YOUR PARENT RESOURCE CONNECTION
What is FCS Connect?
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Need Support?
As your child's Director of Mental Health, I am here for you. Their emotional health and wellness are of utmost importance to me. Please do not hesitate to reach out if they are struggling and need someone to talk to and help connect with mental health resources and support.
- Availability: Monday - Friday 8am to 4:30pm
- Email: spurlingk@franklinschools.org
- Office: 317-346-8750
In the case of an emergency, Call 911. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 1-800-273-8255.
SUICIDE PREVENTION
- If you or someone you know is struggling and considering suicide call 911 OR
- National Suicide Prevention hotline 1-800-272-8255 or text "IN" to 741741
- Help for Youth - suicide - 2nd leading cause of death for young people between 10 to 24
- Warning Signs - know the signs
Important Reminders!
- FCS Breakfast & Lunch - every Tuesday from 10:30-12:30 pm at Northwood
- Cub Pantry - NEXT food distribution is on May 21st from 4-6 pm
- Fast Track Registration - Parents need to register their students HERE! (Deadline 5/29)
- Fast Track Distribution - 7/29 at CBIS from 5:30-7:00pm
- Returning Student Registration - Login to Powerschool Parent Account- Click Forms-Click Enrollment. Cannot be done on the powerschool mobile app.
- Kindergarten Registration is now open! Register Here
IMPORTANT NOTES:
- June 4 - tentative date for Eviction Moratorium will end
- July 31 - extra $600 unemployment benefit will end
- Stimulus income will NOT count as income on 2020 income taxes
- Unemployment benefits WILL count as income on 2020 income taxes - may impact your ability to receive SNAP benefits
- Stimulus money and unemployment benefits will NOT impact Medicaid eligibility
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Weekly Funny!
- Releases endorphins
- Decreases anger
- Eases distressing emotions
- Relaxes and revitalizes
- Changes your perspective
- Reduces stress
If you have a funny video or meme you want me to share please email me at spurlingk@franklinschools.org
Volunteer Opportunites
Community Initiative for Johnson County Residents
- Prepare Community Zooms
Food & Prescription Delivery
Be a Friend "Weekly Chats"
Largest Johnson County Food Pantry
- Seeking Team Leaders
Train New Volunteers
Preparing Food Boxes
325 Market Plaza Greenwood, IN
Contact Julia Osterberg
- 317-881-2505
- Julia_Osterberg@USC.SalvationArmy.org
CONTEST!
The Franklin Community Schools Mental Health Sub-Committee wants to identify a mental health hashtag to use for social media (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram). The committee thought it would be fun to include FCS staff, students, and families.
The committee is looking for something that demonstrates resilience and reduces the stigma surrounding mental health. Be creative! Have fun! Keep it as short as you can! Nobody likes a 12-foot long hashtag. LOL!
Open to ALL FCS staff, students, and families to share your best ideas. The mental health committee will narrow it down to the top (5) contenders. We will then conduct a Facebook poll on the top (5). Those results plus the mental health sub-committee we determine the winner.
The winner will receive a special prize! Good Luck!
Click HERE to complete this quick Google form!
COVID-19 Resources
Anxiety and COVID-19 - wonderful mental health resource for those struggling with anxiety during COVID-19
COVID-19 & Your Mental Health - great resource from Mental Health America
BACK ON TRACK INDIANA PLAN
RESOURCE HIGHLIGHT
BETTER TOGETHER
- Community Zooms
- Food and Prescription Delivery
- Need a Friend program for anyone who would like a weekly friendly chat
- Open to ALL Johnson County residents
Be Well Indiana
- COVID-19 resources
- Mental Health
- Government Resources
- Substance Use and more
SEIZE THE AWKWARD
MAY IS MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS MONTH
Mental Health
National Alliance on Mental Illness
- 9 Ways to Fight Mental Health Stigma
- Mental Health Screening Tool
- Always consult your doctor or healthcare provider only meant as a helpful tool to help start the conversation regarding your mental health
- Owning Your Feelings
- Eliminating Toxic Influences
- Outreach Ideas - How can you help reduce the stigma?
- Teen Mental Health Stigma and How to Fight It
- Teaching Belling Breathing and Calming Techniques
“I’m a good talker. But I soon learned that you can’t talk someone out of depression. Mental illness is real. And like everything else in life, it operates on a spectrum. Though there are common symptoms, everyone experiences it differently. Yet so many people live in shame, hiding their struggles, not seeking help. We, as a culture, have not fully acknowledged how much help is needed. The only real shame is on us for not being willing to speak openly. For continuing to deny that mental health is related to our overall health. We need to start talking, and we need to start now.” —Oprah Winfrey, Oprah.com
“I have never been remotely ashamed of having been depressed. Never. What’s there to be ashamed of? I went through a really tough time and I am quite proud that I got out of that.”
—J. K. Rowling, Time Magazine
SuperBetter
Click HERE for more information!
Social Emotional
Kindness Rocks- Paint rocks with colorful images and messages. Leave them along walking paths, etc for others to find. Example1 Example2
Card Games- Card games are an excellent way to teach patience, good sportsmanship, and develop motor & listening skills. Read more about the benefits here. Check out some Kid Friendly Card Games here
Family Fun
- 9 Kid Friendly Hikes in Indiana
- Homemade Bubbles - Make your own bubbles, use an empty laundry bottle to dispense!
- Free Yoga for Students - Online yoga classes
- Make A Hummingbird Feeder - Watch this video to find out how to make your own
Community
Economic Assistance Program for those impacted by COVID-19
- Providing case management and financial assistance
- Eligibility for the program is NOT impacted by those receiving unemployment benefits
- Contact the United Way Helpline for eligibility determination
- Phone: 317-738-4636
Indiana Foreclosure Prevention Network
Children's Bureau click the link to complete a referral
- FOR FAMILIES ONLY!
- Providing case management and financial assistance for families who are experiencing need due to lost income or increased expenses related to the Coronavirus.
Helpline
- Contact United Way of Johnson County at 317-738-4636 to identify available community resources
- The energy assistance program has now reopened.
- If you need assistance with heating/cooling costs please call.
- Contact Human Services, Inc. at 317-736-0755
- Share with family and friends
Indiana's Call & Learn
- Homework Help
Addiction
National Addiction & Recovery Helpline
- Free, confidential treatment referral and information for individuals and families
- Call: 800-662-HELP (4357)
- TTY: 800-487-4889
Trauma
Text to 911
- Text-to-911 for help offers everyone in Indiana the opportunity to request emergency services in domestic violence scenarios or any other type of emergency without drawing attention to themselves.
- Domestic violence support group
Cub Connect
Connecting Franklin Community students and their families who are experiencing homelessness or at risk of becoming homeless with resources, information and emergency essentials.
Community Resources
Johnson County community resources including child care, diapers, clothing, housewares, employment, food, housing, shelter, utility assistance and more.
Cub Pantry
Food pantry supporting all FCS staff, students and families. No income restrictions! Typically the 1st Thursday of the month unless otherwise noted.
FITNESS ACTIVITY
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COMING SOON
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My Commitment
This letter is dedicated to the Franklin Community School students and staff who have or who will struggle with emotional pain. May you find compassion and healing along your journey and know that as your Director of Mental Health, I am here to support you.
Kimberly Spurling, MSW
Franklin Community School Corporation
McKinney-Vento Liaison
Email: spurlingk@franklinschools.org
Website: https://connect.franklinschools.org/home
Location: 101 Indiana 44, Franklin, IN, USA
Phone: 317-346-8750
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/fcsconnect1/
Chelsea Fountain
Community Outreach Assistant
Assists students who are at-risk or identified as homeless
Email: fountainc@franklinschools.org
Website: https://connect.franklinschools.org/home
Location: 101 Indiana 44, Franklin, IN, USA
Phone: 317-346-8684
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/fcsconnect1/