CASE STUDY
Located 30 miles northwest of Houston, Texas, Tomball Independent School District (ISD) serves over 15,800 students across 20 schools. Guided by its whole-student approach, the district is committed to addressing students’ mental health needs through innovative, restorative practices, and a comprehensive multi-tiered system of support (MTSS). However, rising behavioral concerns left the district’s resources stretched thin.
Services delivered
Tomball ISD faced a growing number of students in need, with families turning to schools for support due to limited local counseling services. However, with existing resources already stretched thin, behavioral issues often led to disciplinary actions rather than addressing underlying causes. Recognizing the urgency, the district sought immediate, scalable solutions to deliver Tier 2 early mental health interventions to students in need.
Presence quickly became a vital part of Tomball ISD’s Behavioral Health System of Care, enabling the district to address student mental health needs. The partnership included several key components: (1) a 6-week Tier 2 remote counseling program, (2) weekly social-emotional learning (SEL) sessions focused on emotional regulation, (3) calming techniques, and (4) an integrated MTSS progress tracking system to monitor student goals. Certified school psychologists collaborated closely with onsite staff to align interventions and refine student plans as needed.
By identifying mental health as the underlying cause of many challenging behaviors, the district has reduced disciplinary actions and provided students with the support they need to thrive. Access to these much-needed mental health services has fostered emotional growth, resilience, and academic progress, creating a positive and supportive environment for students and staff.
THE ROAD TO SUCCESS
Since partnering with Presence, Tomball ISD has gained a scalable solution to deliver Tier 2 mental health interventions that adapt to the district’s evolving needs. Looking ahead, school counselors will continue collaborating closely with teachers to ensure alignment and refine student support plans.
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LOOKING AHEAD
Tomball ISD continues to strengthen its commitment to student well-being by expanding its Behavioral Health System of Care. Its partnership with Presence serves as a blueprint for creating equitable access to mental health services, ensuring every student has the tools to succeed.
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