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Safe and Supportive School Program
Learn how we ensure physical and psychological safety and wellness in our community.
As part of our approach to providing an excellent education, we strive to create learning environments that allow all students to feel safe, valued, and supported. To help us achieve this, our leadership and departments follow the Safe and Supportive School Program (SSSP) initiative.
About SSSP
The SSSP is a system meant to encourage positive school climates, beneficial behavior, mental wellness, and physical health. As part of the SSSP, our district collaborates with community, county, and state organizations to develop best practices, as well as prevent, prepare for, and respond to crises. It is made up of the following:
- Positive Behavior Intervention & Support
- Counseling Services
- Multi-Tiered Systems of Support
- Early Identification & Testing for Special Education
- Emergency & Crisis Response (ex. Standard Response Protocol)
Our ultimate goal is to make sure students feel safe, seen, heard, and supported. The Safe and Supportive School program is built on:
- Research and data that is used to track outcomes and guide decisions
- Regular review of security operations by our safety team
- Legal experts who ensure compliance
- Continual communication to keep families informed via social media, district websites, and more
This initiative is part of the Texas Legislature's SB 11 mandate and guided by Texas Education Code 37.115.
Discover more about SSSP
Positive Behavior Intervention & Support
Understand our process for studying and improving student growth in academics and behavior.
Counseling Services
We are here to help our students work through personal circumstances, mental health, crises and more.
Multi-Tiered Systems of Support
Learn about how this framework helps us address gaps in educational needs.
Special Education Referral/Child Find
Discover our process for identifying those in need of special education services.
Emergency Procedures
Learn our process for handling emergencies, including the Standard Response Protocol.
Parent Emergency Guide
Find emergency planning information specifically for parents.