Hear Dr. Kara Stern & Laura Baker, Former Director of Student Services at Bastrop ISD, discuss the importance of considering student wellness as we prepare back-to-school communications and opening week plans.

Along with attendance rates, children’s mental health has been on the decline. This discussion explores the steps districts, building leaders, and classroom teachers can take to bolster students and families in the lead up to opening day.

Key Take-Aways:

• Why students are suffering in this present moment
• The relationship between student wellness and attendance
• The importance of school communications to student and parent wellbeing
• Tips for using school communications to build school connectedness