Olympia School District

 

Crisis Resources

 

Catholic Community Resources - Crisis Stabilization Services

(360) 480-5721

 

Crisis Clinic of Thurston County

Crisis Line: (360) 586-2800/1-800-627-2211

Youth Helpline: (360) 586-2777

Emergency Shelter Network Hotline

(844) 628-7343

 

Olympia Health and Recovery Services

(360) 754-1338

 

SafePlace Olympia Helpline

(360) 754-6300

 

StrongHearts Native Helpline for domestic/sexual violence

1-844-762-8483

 

Trans Lifeline for peer support

1-877-565-8860

 

Trevor Lifeline for LGBTQ+ Youth

1-866-656-4673

Text START to 678678

Chat online

 

Youth Suicide Prevention Hotline

1-800-273-8255; LGBTQ Helpline: 1-866-488-7386

 

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Counseling

 

Behavioral Health Resources

(360) 704-7170

 

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Non-Medicaid/Private Counseling

Contact your medical insurance provider to obtain a list of in-network counseling providers.

 

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Opening in a new windowFree therapy and support groups available to youth and young adult (ages 13-30) survivors of child sexual abuse, rape, sexual assault and/or sexual exploitation who are homeless, street-dependent, or at-risk for becoming homeless.317 4th Ave E, Olympia, WA 98501

(360) 357-4472

 

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Opening in a new windowCo-occurring Disorders: Mental Health, Substance Abuse, and Gambling Addiction Counseling1230 Carpenter Rd. SE, Suite C-3, Lacey, WA 98503

(360) 799-5782

 

SeaMar Behavioral Health

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3030 Limited Lane NW, Olympia, WA 98502
(360) 491-1399

 

Washington Listens Fact Sheet

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Support Groups

 

Family Alliance for Mental Health

Support group for parents with children or youth who struggle with social, emotional, behavioral challenges and mental health needs

(360) 790-7505

 

SoundCareKids

Grief Support Group for children and teens

(877) 620-3286 or (360) 493-5928

 

South Sound Parent to Parent

 

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Groceries & Meals

   

Olympia School District Fall 2020 Meal Distribution

View a list of locations where OSD is distributing Grad-and-Go bagged lunches, and breakfasts for the following day, for students and area youth. Meals are free through December 31, 2020.

  

Rosie's Place Engagement Center (for ages 12-24)

Drop-in 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. and 6 - 8:30 p.m.

520 Pear St. S.E., Olympia

(360) 943-0780 Ext. 186

 

The Community Kitchen at Salvation Army

Breakfast 7:15 - 8:15 a.m.; Lunch 11 a.m. - noon; Dinner 5 - 6 p.m.

824 5th Ave. S.E, Olympia

(360) 352-8596

 

Thurston County Food Bank

Monday, Wednesday, Friday 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

 

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Bills & Income

 

Community Action Council

(360) 438-1100

 

City Gates Ministries

(360-705-8340)

 

City of Olympia Utilities (COVID-19 Utilities Relief Program)

 

Department of Commerce

Department of Commerce has announced $100 million in CARES money that is being distributed (mostly by counties) across the state to support families that are struggling to pay rent.

Department of Commerce Thurston County contacts:

• Kathy Cooper, cooperk@co.thurston.wa.us

• Tom Webster, thomas.webster@co.thurston.wa.us

 

Department of Financial Institutions

Visit this site for assistance with unemployment, mortgage, credit card, rent, utility and student loan payments

 

Employment Security Department Unemployment Benefits

(800) 318-6022

 

Evergreen Christian/Community Care Services

(360) 352-3410

  

Poverty Action Council Economic Resources

 

Puget Sound Energy COVID-19  Assistance

 

Sacred Heart Emergency Service

(360) 923-0929

 

United Way of Thurston County COVID-19 Community Response Fund (provides assistance with rent, utilities and other basic needs).

Call Monday-Thursday 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.

(360) 438-1100 or 1-800-878-5235

 

Veterans Families United

 

Washington COVID-19 Immigrant Relief Fund

Apply by December 6, 2020 for the Washington COVID-19 Immigrant Relief Fund and receive a $1,000 one-time direct payment (up to $3,000 per household).

1-844-724-3737 (Mon-Fri, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.)

 

Washington State (COVID-19) Website

Salvation Army Warm Home Fund

(360) 352-8596 Ext. 3

 

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Internet/Phone Options

 

• Assurance Wireless
• AT&T Access Program
• Century Link LIfeline
  
• Comcast Xfinity Wi-Fi (Internet Essentials)
  
  

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Child Care Options

 

• Child Care Action Council 
• Child Care Aware
• Y Academy
• Boys and Girls Club - Jefferson Middle School
• Olympia Parks, Arts and Recreation

 

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Other Community Resources

 

• Catholic Community Services
• CIELO
• Community Youth Services
• Dispute Resolution Center
• Family Education and Support Services
• Family Support Center
• OSD McKinney-Vento Services
• Pizza Klatch

 

Sound to Harbor Learning Programs/Head Start/ECEAP

(360) 464-6800 or 1-800-536-0992

Espanol: (360) 464-6827

 

Timberland Regional Library

United Way South Sound 211

 

Washington COVID-19 Immigrant Relief Fund

  

For other resources not listed above:

Comprehensive Thurston County Community Services Resource List

 

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Thurston County Legislators

 

22nd District

• Sen. Sam Hunt
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35th District

• Sen. Tim Sheldon
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• Rep. Drew MacEwen
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Parenting Support & Resources

 

Parenting Classes

• Family Education and Support Services (Local)
• Family Support Center of South Sound (Local)
• Emotional Intelligence (EQ) for Parents (Web Based)

 

Parenting Websites

• Parenting Topics A-Z
• Parent Map Parenting Tools, Activities, Resources
• Heart Mind Online
• Parent Toolkit
• South Sound Parent to Parent (Resources and support for parents with special needs child)

 

Parenting Tool Videos

• Raising Caring, Courageous Kids: Short Videos from Greater Good Science Center
• The Four Goals of Misbehavior in Children
• Active Listening Clip from Everybody Loves Raymond

 

Parenting FAQ

• How do I deal with all the conflicts with my teenager?
  • ParentTeen Connect
• Why does my child behave this way and what can I do about it?
  • 8 Ways a Child's Anxiety Shows up as Something Else
  • 4 Goals of Misbehavior
  • Parenting Cue Cards
• My child just can’t seem to calm down!
  • Ways to Meet a Child's Sensory Needs at Home
  • Why Do Kids have Tantrums and Meltdowns?
• What is Active Listening and how do I do it?
  • A Simple Guide to Active Listening

 

Mental Health/Social Emotional Resources

I’m worried about my child’s mental health.

 

• You can: 

  • Call your child’s pediatrician
  • Call your child’s school counselor for support and/or referrals to community providers
  • If you or your child is in crisis you can access WA State Dept of Health’s crisis resources
  • Review the Washington Listens Fact Sheet
• Children/Youth mental health support needs:
  • Mental Health America
  • Child Mind Institute
  • The Connection Between Anxiety and Stress
  • Warning Signs of Mental Illness in Children and Teens
• Does my child have an eating disorder?
  • Eating Disorders Warning Signs

 

Educational Resources

• Olympia School District English Learner (EL) Program
• Olympia School District Student Support (special education, 504s etc)
• Office of the Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI) K-12 Learning standards

 

Creating Schedules & Structures for Online Learning

• Distance Learning Tools for Home
• Doing School at Home - Love and Logic
• Video: Setting a Schedule for Home Learning
• Distance Learning Ideas for Families: Wide Open Schools (all grade levels)
• Second Step Resources During COVID-19: Edutopia (elementary)
• Ways to Meet a Child's Sensory Needs at Home: Edutopia
• Autism Toolkit During COVID-19: Easterseals
• Online Playdates, Game Nights and Other Doing School at HomeWays to Socialize at a Distance
• Parent Tips and Tricks for Distance Learning (Common Sense Education)

 

COVID-19 RESOURCES

 

How to talk with kids about COVID-19

• National Association of School Psychologists Talking to Children about COVID-19 (Coronavirus)
  • A Parent Resource (English) (Spanish) (Vietnamese) (Chinese)
• Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration
  • Talking With Children - Tips for Caregivers, Parents, and Teachers During Infectious Disease Outbreaks
  • How to Talk About the Coronavirus with Kids

 

Keeping yourself and others healthy

• I Can be Safe and Healthy by Washing my Hands
• Thurston County Public Health and Social Services

 

Helping Students Cope

• American Psychological Association
  • Advice on Mental Health While Keeping Your Distance to Stay Safe
• Mary Bridge Children's Hospital
  • COVID-19 - Helping Children Cope
• The National Child Traumatic Stress Network
  • Parent/Caregiver Guide to Helping Families Cope With the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) (English) (Spanish) (Chinese)
• Society for the Prevention of Teen Suicide
  • Navigating Back to School Parent/Guardian Webinars
• Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration
  • Coping with Stress During Infectious Disease Outbreaks (English) (Spanish)
  • Taking Care of Your Behavioral Health - Tips for Social Distancing, Quarantine and Isolation During an Infectious Disease Outbreak

• Washington State Department of Health
  • Behavioral Health Toolbox for Families
  • Eight Ways a Child's Anxiety Shows up as Something Else
  • Simple Guide to Active Listening for Parents/Guardians

 

Olympia School District Technology

• Olympia School District Technology Family Resources

 

 

Child Nutrition Services (Food Services)

• How much do school meals cost?
• Paying for meals online via Skyward Family Access
• Contact Info: (360) 596-7007 or childnutrition@osd.wednet.edu

 

Transportation

• When and where will my child get picked up and dropped off at school?
• Contact Info: (360) 596-7700 or trans-office@osd.wednet.edu

 

Technology Department

• Schoology for parents
• Schoology for students
• Contact Info: (360) 596-6172 or helpdesk@osd.wednet.edu

 

Student Information Systems (SIS)

• How to login to Skyward Family Access
• Retrieving your Skyward Family Access password
• Setting up notification preferences in Skyward Family Access

• How to access student ID's and Passwords in Skyward Family Access
• Contact Info: (360) 596-6150 or osd-sis@osd.wednet.edu

 

Student Support Department

• Health Services Information
• Learning Assistance Program
• Contact Info: (360) 596-7530 or knox-studentsupport@osd.wednet.edu

 

Frequently Asked Questions

• School contact information
• School year calendar
• Registration and enrollment
• English Learner (EL) Program
  • Interpretation and translation support
• Attendance Records
• Dress Code
• McKinney-Vento Supports
• 2020-21 School Immunization Requirements

 

 

What is Social Emotional Learning (SEL)?

Social and emotional learning (SEL) is an integral part of education and human development. SEL is the process through which all young people and adults acquire and apply the knowledge, skills, and attitudes to develop healthy identities, manage emotions and achieve personal and collective goals, feel and show empathy for others, establish and maintain supportive relationships, and make responsible and caring decisions.

 

SEL advances educational equity and excellence through authentic school-family-community partnerships to establish learning environments and experiences that feature trusting and collaborative relationships, rigorous and meaningful curriculum and instruction, and ongoing evaluation. SEL can help address various forms of inequity and empower young people and adults to co-create thriving schools and contribute to safe, healthy, and just communities.

 

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