A needs and resources assessment of our SAISD community and target population helped us identify the most prevalent barriers to engagement and tools needed to support all caregivers. One of the identified priority areas was to develop a resource to address the social, emotional, and academic needs of SAISD students and their families, all from one easy to navigate location. This work was anchored around meaningful partnership with caregivers, with the goal of developing and launching a resource for families, by families.

Families can now use the Systems of Care Resource website to access Academic Resources, Family Needs Resources, Household Essential Resources, and Mental Health Resources.

In addition to 24/7 access to this web resource, a printed companion piece with a directory of SAISD departments and services will be provided to all families. The guide for families will be small enough to keep on your refrigerator for easy access

This launch is only the beginning, and the website will continue to evolve as the needs of SAISD families evolve. As such, we are committed to ensuring that the content and design is always updated and relevant. The partnership and collaboration with families will continue as we establish a review subcommittee that will meet on a quarterly basis to review the site and add any new features. All families involved in the initial design, as well as new families, are invited to participate. For more information about this subcommittee, please email familyengagement@saisd.net.