Parents & Families Resources

Physical needs such as clothing or food: The FGHS Food Pantry is open on Mondays from 4:00-5:30 pm. It is located in front of the school next to the Basinski Center. There is also a food pantry at Neil Armstrong Middle School on Fridays from 3:00-5:45 pm. 

 

Behavioral Health and Wellness needs: If your child is suffering from anxiety, they're not alone. In most situations, anxiety is normal and temporary. It becomes a concern if it persists and affects relationships with family, peers and teachers; contributes to academic challenges; and leads to school avoidance/refusal. Addressing anxiety is important for a child’s overall well-being, not just attendance.

 

• • Don't punish your child for refusing to go to school, as this can make the situation worse.
  • If possible, avoid letting your child stay home. Though staying home from school may provide short-term relief for your child, continued absence from school will lead to a feeling of being disconnected from classmates and teachers, cause your child to fall behind academically and make it harder for them to return.
  • Speak with your child. Try to understand what's specifically bothering them.
  • Make it clear that you're there to help and you believe they can face their fears and overcome the problem.
  • Talk with the school nurse, counselor, social worker and/or psychologist about your student’s challenges, identify possible solutions and develop a plan.
  • In certain situations, a 504 plan or Individualized Education Program (IEP) may be needed to ensure your child receives appropriate support and resources.

 

Motivation to get to school: Look at every-day-matters.org for tips and tools to get out the door in the morning. Still stumped? Ask friends and family for their ideas, or speak to your child’s teacher.

 

Challenges with academics: If your student is struggling with homework or feeling lost at school, please contact the teacher right away. Keep in mind that staying home will only make things worse.