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Welcome! In Northwest ISD, this month's SEL focus will be on identifying emotions, accepting responsibility for one's actions, improving self-control, and appreciating one's uniqueness. For secondary students during the month of November, we will also address bullying prevention.
Please know, whether you are a staff member, parent/guardian, or a community member, we know struggles are real. While many struggles are out of one's control right now, we hope you are utilizing healthy coping skills and practicing self-care. If you desire to chat with your child's counselor to receive one-on-one assistance for your child or your family, please do not hesitate to reach out to the counselor. We are here to help.
~ Your NISD Counselors
covid-infographic-parents.pdf8 Drug and Alcohol Prevention Tips for Parents/Guardians
8 Drug and Alcohol Prevention Tips for Parents/Guardians
*Parents are the #1 influence on their children's decisions to use alcohol and other drugs!*
*Parents are the #1 influence on their children's decisions to use alcohol and other drugs!*
Talk to your child early and often: The sooner and more frequently you talk to your child about alcohol and other drugs, the greater chance you have of influencing their decisions.
Set clear expectations and consequences: Research shows that youth who believe that parents strongly disapprove of them using drugs and alcohol are less likely to use them. Don't forget to reward good decisions, too!
Be a positive role model: Do not normalize or glamorize alcohol or drug use. Do not allow underage drinking in your home. Research shows that parental provision of alcohol is linked to increased adolescent alcohol use and binge drinking.
Monitor your alcohol and other drugs: This may include locking up any alcohol, prescriptions, tobacco products, and marijuana in your home.
Get to know your child's friends and their parents: Share with them your rules about not allowing alcohol and other drugs.
Be involved in your child's life and help them find ways to have fun without alcohol: Plan activities as a family. Encourage your child to get involved in after school activities, clubs, volunteering, or sports. Something as simple as family dinners can be a huge factor in preventing alcohol and drug use.
Offer your child a safe ride home if they call: Be sure your child knows they can contact you, regardless of the situation they find themselves in.
Take the parent pledge: Become part of a large community of parents who want a safe, alcohol free environment for their children. Take the pledge at www.rethinkthedrinks.com/pledge .
*Quick tips for talking to your kids*
*Quick tips for talking to your kids*
Choose the right time to talk: daily activities, like dinner time or driving in the car, are perfect opportunities to talk.
Know the facts: be a source of credible information and advice for your kids.
Talk with your child in advance about situations that may arise around alcohol: discuss ways to avoid uncomfortable situations and peer pressure.
Listen, avoid criticism, and encourage an open dialogue: Kids are more likely to listen when they feel heard and know you are on their side.
QuarnatineChat is a new app (for both Android and iOS systems) that allow people to connect with each other while quarantined at home. For more information, click the link to be directed to their website.
Covid-19 MH Resources 4-3-20.pdf
WCPH-pdf.pdfA compiled list of articles, videos, and resources on how to incorporate SEL in the home.
SEL resources to use at home.
Supporting families during COVID-19.
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