December, 2022
Title IV, Part A School Safety State Initiative Website
Safety and Mental Health State Requirements
Please forward this newsletter on to anyone at your district/campus that has need of school safety, wellness, and/or mental health related topics.
Grants
NEW! - School Safety Standards Proposed Rule Summary
School Safety Standards Overview PPT - AKA Facilities Rules
This grant will allow for pre-award for items purchased on or after June 1, 2022
2022-2024 Silent Panic Alert Technology (SPAT) Grant
- 2022-2024 Silent Panic Alert Technology (SPAT) Allocation Amounts by LEA
- 2022-2024 Silent Panic Alert Technology (SPAT) Grant Application
- 2022-2024 SPAT Grant FAQs
- New Due Date: January 31, 2023
- Grant period start date goes back to June 28, 2022
School Safety
Safe and Supportive School Programs (SSSP) | Threat Assessment
The Hogg Foundation and other mental health stakeholders are aware of strategies that can help create safe and supportive learning environments for every student. Learn more about their recommendations for creating a safer and more supportive school environment for all children and teens. To learn more, visit the Safe and Supportive Schools in Texas webpage.
- TEA Implementing the Behavioral Threat Assessment Process
- TASB - Operationalizing School Behavioral Threat Assessment FAQs
- Discussion Recording - Beyond Threat Assessment: Managing Threats with Appropriate Follow-up, Monitoring & Training
- Read - when the violence is stopped before it happens
Responding to a Mass Casualty Event
Substance Use/Abuse
TEA Fentanyl Response Communications Toolkit
- Fact Sheets, Awareness One-Pager, Letter templates, Social Media templates
- Awareness images to download
- Toolkit Website
Other Resources
- HHSC - Fentanyl Communications Toolkit - messages, videos, resources, and social media graphics
Vaping
- Escape the Vape Training Modules | TxSSC
- FDA's Center for Tobacco Products - Toolkit for professionals working with youth
- Parent and Community Toolkit - share the facts about the dangers of vaping
- MY Healthy Future Course: An Alternative to Suspension program designed for students caught using tobacco/vaping on campus or anyone working with students who want to quit. Online. 40-60 minutes self paced.
- Additional Resources
Sexual Abuse Prevention
Human Trafficking
- TEA Human Trafficking Webinar Series - Current Human Trafficking Trends - December 9 | 10:30-11:30 am
- NOVA’s Human Trafficking Response Academy - Online Training every T, TH from January 10-Feb 2, 2023 | Deadline December 15 to register
Deadlines and Due Dates
- NEW - The Annual School Safety Allotment Expenditures Reporting will not be part of the summer SSSP data collection. TEA is currently working on a separate survey that will be released to LEAs.
- SSSP Data Collection - June, 2023 - Report SSSP team activities by CAMPUS
- Safety Audit Cycle
- Public Schools - September 2020 - August 2023
- Charter Schools - September 2022 - August 2025
- School Health Survey deadline - May 26, 2023
- Fitness Assessment deadline - June 9, 2023
Save the Dates
- 2023 Texas School Safety Conference and watch for registration information early next year.
MTSS | Behavior
Multi-tiered Systems of Support (MTSS)
- TEA Highly Mobile and At-Risk Webinar - December 1 | 1:00 pm CT
- TEA Highly Mobile and At-Risk Newsletter, Released November 1, 2022
Mental Health
Recognizing Holiday Triggers of Trauma from SAMHSA
During the holiday season, the need for a trauma-informed approach is critical. Everywhere we turn, we’re reminded that it is supposed to be “the most wonderful time of the year.” While for some that may be true, for others the holiday season may be wrought with triggers. This blogpost offers tips on what providers can do for themselves, their team, and those they serve this holiday season.
TEA Mental & Behavioral Health Webinar Series
The MHW team will host speakers to build knowledge of mental and behavioral resources on topics of interest. This Webinar Series is sponsored by Project AWARE Texas for the purpose of advancing wellness and resiliency in education.
Save the Dates and Time via Zoom 11-12 PM (CST) - Details coming Soon!
- January 11
- February 8
- March 8
- April 12
- May 10
- June 14
Virtual Discussion: Social-Emotional Learning: Making it Meaningful
This professional development opportunity gives you the chance to attend virtual discussions on weaving SEL into academics, assessing lessons learned, and putting SEL into action. The pandemic's damage is crystal clear. Students, educators, and the broader district are struggling. Hear case studies, review best practices and get a roadmap to properly address your SEL challenges. Register Here.
Suicide Prevention
- Social Media Toolkit: Suicide Prevention
- Talking to Your Teens About Mental Health and Suicide Prevention
Safety Planning Intervention Training
December 12, 2022, from 8:30 a.m.-Noon CST
South Southwest Mental Health Technology Transfer Center Network
Safety Planning is a brief intervention that uses positive coping skills and strategies to decrease the risk of suicidal behavior. This training focuses on learning the steps of the Safety Planning process and how to effectively use this intervention to assist others. To learn more, visit the Safety Planning Intervention Training webpage.
YAM - Youth Aware of Mental Health
Youth Aware of Mental health, also known as YAM, is a school-based program for young people ages 13 to 17, in which they learn about and explore the topic of mental health. YAM is an evidence-based program taking place in classrooms around the world. Students actively engage with the topic of mental health through role-play and student-led discussions.
- Education and Outreach Services | Edu-Services@ttuhsc.edu | (806) 743-3026
Character Education Program - "Choose Love"
- Free
- CASEL standards
- Comprehensive SEL character development program
- Learn more here
Counseling Duties | SB 179 Rules | 80/20 Rule
80/20 Counseling Duties Rules for SB 179
- Proposed effective date Feb 21, 2023
Parent Engagement
2022 Statewide Parental Involvement Conference - Title I
- December 8-10 | Frisco, TX
- Agenda
- Register for 2022 PI Conference
ACES
Title IV, Part A - Federal Programs
LaNetra Guess | Program Director | TEA
Legal Disclaimer: This information in this newsletter is intended solely to provide general information and guidance and reflects the Title IVA School Safety State Initiative current understanding of the topics and applicable state and federal guidance. The content is subject to change as a result of additional information and guidance provided by state and federal agencies with regulatory oversight. ESCs and LEAs may choose to seek legal counsel regarding the information and guidance.
Random Validations for 22-23
- For more information and resources please visit the Random Validation page
- Phase 2 Programs (related to TIVA) - LEA notification November 28, 2022
- Private School Equitable Services (PNP)
- Unsafe School Choice Option
- LEA Documentation Submission Date: By December 12, 2022