Michael Hennigan

The council discussed various health-related initiatives, including the School Health Index Report, the creation of a new Life Skills class, and updates to vision screening protocols incorporating automated screening devices. Plans for the 2026-2027 school year regarding the placement of stock epinephrine devices and Narcan were reviewed. Furthermore, members discussed upcoming district activities such as the Education Foundation Color Run and the schedule for summer immunization clinics and physicals. The redesign of online health history and consent forms was also noted for future review.

The LCI Comprehensive Counseling Plan outlines a program to support the academic, social, and emotional needs of students and staff. It focuses on five key goals: differentiating bullying from conflict, teaching coping techniques, providing calming corners for teachers, supporting staff self-care, and involving parents in social-emotional learning. The plan utilizes a tiered approach for counseling, including class lessons, small groups, and individual sessions, and integrates the Rhithm app for student wellness check-ins and proactive support.

The Little Cypress-Mauriceville Consolidated Independent School District's District of Innovation Plan is a strategic framework designed to enhance local control, foster innovation, and improve educational outcomes by leveraging exemptions from specific provisions of the Texas Education Code. Key areas of innovation include flexibility in setting the First Day of Instruction, adapting Teacher Certification requirements for hard-to-find positions, and adjusting Probationary Contracts for experienced teachers. The plan aims to provide the district with the autonomy to implement practices tailored to its local needs, ultimately benefiting students and the community.

This document outlines the comprehensive counseling program goals for Little Cypress Elementary for the 2025-2026 academic year. The program aims to establish, develop, and implement services addressing the social-emotional, behavioral, and early academic needs of PreK-2nd grade students through individual, small group, and classroom counseling. Key objectives include providing teachers with strategies for student support, enabling 1st and 2nd graders to discern when to seek help for problems, and empowering PreK and Kindergarten students to identify steps towards simple personal goals. The plan emphasizes a proactive, inclusive approach, collaboration among staff and parents, and promoting a positive, safe school environment.

The LCI Comprehensive Counseling Plan outlines a tiered approach to support student academic, social, and emotional development. Key objectives include fostering emotional regulation, teaching coping skills, and preventing bullying among students. The plan details Tier 1 classroom lessons, Tier 2 small group interventions like 'Lunch Bunch' for social skills, and Tier 3 individual counseling for targeted support. It also incorporates the Rhithm app for daily student wellness check-ins and emphasizes staff well-being through initiatives like 'Wellness Weeks' to promote a positive school climate.