School Social Workers Corner

Lori Radtke

School Social Worker

Dyer, Winkler, and Waller Elementary Schools

Email: lradtke@basd.k12.wi.us

Phone: (262) 757-4750 (Dyer Elementary)

Use Google Voice to text: (262) 955-8955

Presley Mulligan

School Social Worker

Cooper Montessori School and Karcher Middle School

Email: pmulligan@basd.k12.wi.us

Phone: (262) 763-0190 ext. 3067

Use Google Voice to text: (262) 249-6938

Julia Fewell

School Social Worker

Burlington High School, FRC, and PAC

Email: jfewell@basd.k12.wi.us

Phone: (262) 763-0200 Ext. 1025

Use Google Voice to text: (414) 522-9513

Amanda Riggs

Pupil Services Program Coordinator & Homeless Liaison

Email: riggsa@basd.k12.wi.us

Phone: (262) 763-0210 Ext. 1025

Set Expectations

• Show your child that school is important!
• Ask your child about their day and school work
• Make it a priority for your child to attend school each day
• Consistent daily school attendance helps children feel better about school—and themselves. Establishing a school routine teaches students that going to school and being on time is necessary for their academic and social success.
• Understand classroom and district policies regarding missed work when your child is absent

Make a Plan

• Plan vacations during school breaks
• Set a routine for leaving the house on time so your child is not late.
• Being late 10 minutes each day could result in 30 hours of lost learning time during a school year
• Missing just 2 days a month means a child misses 10% of the school year. Tardiness and early dismissal constitute being absent for part of a school day.
• All absences added together should equal 10 days or less per year

• Schedule appointments after school hours, when possible
• Bring your child back to school after their appointment, if there are still hours left in the school day
• If an absence is unavoidable, let the school know ahead of time so staff can gather assignments your child needs to complete to stay caught up

Communicate with the School

• Call the school/submit the absence through Skyward when your child is absent
• Bring a note from the doctor, if your child had an appointment during the school day

Partner with the School

• Reach out to the school if there are obstacles impacting your child’s attendance

Our care closets provide school supplies, clothes, hygiene products as well as food and snacks for our BASD students. It is completely funded by generous donations from community businesses and BASD families and friends.

Right now, the Elementary Essentials greatest needs are sweatpants pants and leggings (sizes 4-10) for both boys and girls, as well as healthy snacks!

Click the link(s) below to take you to the school's Amazon wishlist!

• Cooper's Wishlist: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2CHYDX0DAT3K?ref_=wl_share
• Elementary Essentials Closet Wishlist (Dyer, Waller, and Winkler): https://shorturl.at/7Jnpw
• Karcher Kupboard's Wishlist: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2SLNSWRDC86XJ?ref_=wl_share
• BHS Demon Closet: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2DBTGWI6SANIC?ref_=wl_share

Here is some important information about the upcoming operational referendum for Burlington residents, which will be on the ballot on April 1.

We encourage you to stay informed and engaged in discussions about public school funding.

Clinical Psychology Associates is a multi-specialty outpatient mental health clinic located in Burlington. They provide a range of services to individuals, families, and corporations. Traditional mental health services available through their clinics include outpatient individual and group psychotherapy, behavior management training, family therapy, and services for persons with addictions. Clinical specialty areas include Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), trauma, child behavior management, sexual abuse, depression, and anxiety. Clinical Psychology Associates also offer school-based therapy options.

Referrals for school-based services are made by school staff; including counselors, social workers, and psychologists. Parents who are interested in their child receiving these services should contact school personnel and request that a referral be made.

https://www.clinicpsych.com/

PSG has been providing school-based mental health since 2015. They strive to help prepare students to learn, by providing support with mental health and wellbeing challenges. Providing services within the school increases access for families who may not be able to go to an outpatient clinic on their own. It also reduces the amount of time students are missing classroom instruction, increasing their likelihood of academic success. School-based therapists go directly into the school to provide intervention including individual and group therapy, education/consultation for school personnel, and family therapy as needed.

Referrals for school-based services are made by school staff; including counselors, social workers, and psychologists. Parents who are interested in their child receiving these services should contact school personnel and request that a referral be made.

Accepted Insurances:

• Aetna
• Blue Cross/Blue Shield of WI
• CCHP
• Cenpatico
• Humana
• ComPsych
• Cigna
• I-Care
• Magellan
• Medicare
• Molina
• Tricare
• UHC/UBH
• UMR-Onalaska
• WEA Trust

https://www.psgcip.com/services/school-based-mental-health/

If your student is dealing with a crisis (suicidal ideation, self-injury, or is wanting to hurt another) and needs assistance please call Racine County Crisis: 262-638-6741 or Walworth County: 262-741-3200.

Racine County Non-Emergency Police Department: 262-886-2300

National Suicide Prevention Hotline: 800-273-8255

24/7 Domestic Violence Hotline: 262-633-3233

Human Trafficking Hotline: 888-373-7888

Sexual Assault Hotline: 262-637-SAFE (2733)

Opioid Resource Hotline: 262-638-6375

BeLeaf Survivors seeks to provide a safe and compassionate environment to promote hope and healing after sexual assault by lifting, empowering, advocating, and fighting for survivors and their allies and, therefore the community as a whole. Additionally, through education, outreach, and collaboration we work to shift the culture that perpetuates sexual violence.

BeLEAF has two programs:

Sexual Assault Services (SAS) and Stop Child Abuse and Neglect (SCAN).

24-hour Helpline: (262) 637-7233

Updated September 2024

Updated September 2024: A directory of services and resources for families with minor age children.

Racine County is HERE TO HELP you and your family access basic essentials. A one-stop call connecting families to resources, information, and support. Access resources through email, calling, or visiting their resource webpage.

heretohelp@racinecounty.com

262-638-6400

The Walworth County Child and Family Resource Directory is an annual publication compiled by the Tree House Child and Family Center to help raise awareness of the many community-based organizations, programs, and services that support children and families. The Directory also includes regional and national resources that serve Walworth County.

IMPACT 211 is a central access point for people in need. During times of personal crisis or community disaster, the free, confidential helpline and online resource directory make it easy for residents to get connected to information and assistance.

Need help? Get help! Text your ZIP Code to TXT-211 (898-211) and IMPACT 211 will respond promptly.

211 App Search Categories include the following: food, shelter/housing, utilities, health/dental, clothing/household goods, legal assistance, tax help, transportation, crisis lines and talk lines, mental health, substance use, case management, education, and employment.

The clothing ministry at Pathway Church in Burlington offers FREE new and gently used clothes, for infants through adults, extending help and support to ANYONE in need.

Hours of Solomon's Closet: Tuesdays 6-8pm, Fridays 9am-12:30pm, and the 3rd Saturday of the month 11am-2pm

6919 McHenry Street, Burlington.

262-539-2383

Located at Community Waterford Church

455 S. Jefferson St. Waterford, WI, 53185 (262) 412-6413

"Open to all who find themselves in need of groceries to help your family.

Drive through to pick up on the first and third Wednesday of every month from 3:45 pm to 5:45 pm at the front doors of the church.every 1st & 3rd Wednesday of each month"

WHEAP assistance is a one-time payment during the heating season (October 1-May 15). The funding pays a portion of energy costs, but it is not intended to cover the entire energy costs of a residence. The amount of the energy assistance benefit depends on a variety of factors, including the household’s size, income, and energy costs. In most cases, the energy assistance benefit is paid directly to the household’s energy supplier.

Energy Services for Racine County administers the WHEAP program. Call to schedule an appointment: 262-633-6000 or apply online at heat.help or print and complete and return a paper application.

Raising Wisconsin’s Children online parenting classes are the 3rd Thursday at 1 PM unless otherwise noted. Classes are for any parent or caregiver. Various topics, such as finances, self-control, the teenage brain, playful parenting, and more!

https://parenting.extension.wisc.edu/classes/

https://racine.extension.wisc.edu/

If you are struggling with common parenting problems, you are not alone. Join other families to learn tips on how to deal with these common concerns.

Our free classes teach families how to support children from birth to teens. We cover:

• Preventing behavioral problems before they happen

• Forming healthy sleep habits

• Building stronger relationships

• Connecting with your teen

• Mealtime struggles, tantrums, toileting and so much more!

Many of the programs are virtual: https://childrenswi.org/medical-care/primary-care/triple-p

If you are struggling with common parenting problems, you are not alone. Join other families to learn tips on how to deal with these common concerns.

Our free classes teach families how to support children from birth to teens. We cover:

• Preventing behavioral problems before they happen

• Forming healthy sleep habits

• Building stronger relationships

• Connecting with your teen

• Mealtime struggles, tantrums, toileting and so much more!

Many of the programs are virtual: https://childrenswi.org/medical-care/primary-care/triple-p

Calming techniques are important because they can significantly reduce stress and anxiety by triggering the body's "relaxation response" and enhance focus and mood regulation.