Behavior Specialist

Behavioral Support Services

For specific questions/concerns about supporting your child behaviorally, connect with the HPISD Behavior Specialist: Angela Restivo at restiva@hpisd.org.

Unexpected change can often result in a variety of emotions, behaviors, and questions. It can be difficult to know how to provide assurance and address concerns during this time of uncertainty. Below are some resources to guide conversations with your child and provide structure and predictability to their day.

Resources to help talk to children:

Child Mind Institute Article Talking to Kids About the Coronavirus

Child Mind Institute Article-Teenagers Supporting Teenagers and Young Adults During the Coronavirus Crisis

National Association of School Psychologists Talking to Children About COVID-19: A Parent Resource

Harvard Medical School How to Talk to Children About the Coronavirus

Resources to help children understand the coronavirus:

Share My Lesson Coronavirus Student Guide

PBS Videos How to Talk to Your Kids About Coronavirus

Resources to help build structure in the home:

Make Social Learning Stick Routines/schedules, daily check-ins, and emotional regulation (includes videos and free downloads)

Conscious Discipline COVID-19: 5 Helpful Responses for Families

Behavior Strategies for Parents 5 Behavior Strategies for Parents

Behavioral Interventions and Solutions Availability cards (free download) for parents working from home

This unprecedented time can be difficult for parents and other caregiver, too. It is important that adults also have resources for support.