Family & Student Support Counselors

The UCISD Family & Student Counselors provide support and services for students and their families, creating a true connection between home life, school life, and community life. The FSSC’s are Licensed Professional Counselors, Licensed Professional Counselor-Associates, or Social Workers, licensed by their respective state boards. They offer brief, short-term counseling on a weekly or bi-weekly basis, as determined by exhibited need, during non-academic time.

The Family & Student Counselors are knowledgeable regarding available community resources and can connect families with organizations that may benefit those with specific needs. The FSSC also provides families with information from the district, community agencies, city and state institutions, and any other organizations that might benefit those with specific needs. Family & Student Counselors help students and families reach maximum educational benefits and assist those who are experiencing emotional challenges.

Support Counselors

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Anthon, Batesville & Robb Elementary
Crossroads Academy & Batesville School
Dalton Elementary
Dalton Elementary & UHS
Flores Elementary & MJH
Uvalde Elementary

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Nichole Henderson, M.Ed., LPC

830-591-4954 ext. 5510

Melissa Alejandro, LMSW

830-591-4954 ext. 6133

Barbara Chase, M.S., LPC

830-591-4954 ext. 5418

Katie Hughes, MSW,LCSW

Leslie Munoz, LPC-A

830-591-2954 ext. 5227

Bianca Perez, LMSW

Nikki Rodriguez, M.Ed., LPC

830-591-4954 ext. 6112

Counseling/Behavior Health Service Providers

SOCIAL & EMOTIONAL SUPPORT

Uvalde CISD has a Director of Recovery in place who is responsible for leading our efforts to help students work through the challenges associated with returning to school. Mental health professionals who specialize in trauma and grief will be available to meet with students at all school campuses. All campus staff will participate in recovery training from August 1st to August 22nd.

Social & Emotional Support Preparations

RECOVERY LIBRARY

Student-Centered Supports

Texas Child Health Access Through Telemedicine (TCHATT) partnership - a division of the UT Health System, will allow for any student who does not have access to counseling or psychiatric services to receive these services via their iPad, phone, computer, etc.

Rithm App - This app will give students a daily check-in tool on their school iPad, allowing them to reflect on how they are feeling. Based on their answers, each student will have access to short activities or videos to get them ready to learn. The Rithm App allows campus leaders to get a unique pulse on campus culture and climate.

Communities in Schools - A partnership with Communities in Schools (CIS) will allow for additional behavioral health support for UCISD students. CIS staff will be embedded on campuses throughout the district.
Staff Training and Support

Dr. Julie Kaplow of the Meadows Mental Health Policy Institute will provide training specific to supporting students who have been impacted by trauma.

Trauma and Grief Component Therapy Training was delivered to secondary counselors on August 1st and 2nd.

Bounce Back - Elementary counselors will be trained in this evidence-based intervention on August 8th and 9th.

Trauma-informed care training for all UCISD staff prior to students returning to school.

Capturing Kids Heart - training will be delivered district-wide on August 29 and 30
Staff Trainings
Tiered Systems of Student Support

Uvalde CISD offers a Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) to integrate levels of academic and behavior support for the promotion of student success. The ultimate goal of an MTSS framework is to provide high-quality instruction and the specific support each student needs to be successful at school. For additional information on UCISDs MTSS model, please contact your child's school counselor.

Free Family Grief Support

Family Resources

Uvalde Together Resiliency Center

The “Uvalde Together Resiliency Center” is open to
victims, families, and the community, regardless of citizenship status. All services are free of charge and include immediate and long-term services. A list of resources for counseling and support are included on the back of the Uvalde Together Resiliency Center flyer.

Uvalde Together Resiliency Center Press Release

Downloadable Flyer (English & Spanish)