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The Family Resource Center serves students and families by connecting them to systems of support within the schools and the community in order to become healthier, stronger, and more productive. The FRC is located at the back of the Board of Education (old Findlay) building at 576 Hale Street.

Programs Offered

Please click on the program to learn more.

  • We are pleased to offer the Fuel Backpack program to students in White County. Fuel is a weekend backpack program that provides students with a variety of non-perishable food items such as fruit cups, granola bars, cereal, canned meals, and juice during the weekend.

    The Fuel program is voluntary and is offered at no cost to participants. Children in the program will receive a variety of items in their backpack on Friday afternoons. The privacy of students participating in the program will be protected. Please complete this permission form and return it to your child’s school.

  • Your child has the opportunity to participate in B.E.S.T. (Be Each Others’ Support Team) groups this semester during Encore time at school. B.E.S.T. group is a small group peer support program.

    During life we will all face challenges. Some challenges are big and some challenges are small. Part of growing up is learning to handle challenges and change in a helpful way! BEST groups is a place where students will gain some helpful tools for dealing with day to day challenges, while helping fellow classmates as well. There are no more than 7 students per group. The groups meet once per week for 10 weeks. Each week students will participate in games and art activities that will help to build life coping skills and strengthen friendships.

    The students will be gaining confidence in:

    Handling Anger & Frustration  |  Overcoming Worry  |  Making Good Choices  |  Keeping your Eyes on the Prize (Goals)  
    Understanding and Overcoming Challenges (Hurdles)  |  Identifying your Strengths & Overcoming Weaknesses


    If you would allow your child to be a part of the B.E.S.T. program, please contact the Family Resource Director or your child's school.

  • The White County Schools Family Resource Center is pleased to offer a clothes closet to our students and their families.

    Hours of operation:  

    • Tuesdays 1:00-3:00pm
    • Wednesdays: 9:30-11:00am
    • Or by appointment by calling 931-739-2501

    We are located at the back entrance of the Old Findlay building at 576 Hale Street. Enter at the door labeled Family Resource Center.

  • The Family Resource Food Pantry will be open once per month for families of White County Schools students.

    First Semester Dates:
    Open from 1:00-2:30pm

    Second Semester Dates:
    Open from 1:00-2:00pm

    August 15
    September 12 
    October 10
    November 21
    December 12 

    January 16
    February 13
    March 6
    April 2
    May 15


    The FRC is located at the back of the Board of Education building at 576 Hale Street.

  • The Family Resource Center accepts donations of household items in good condition. These items are used to assist families who are in transition due to homelessness, or families who have lost their homes due to a fire or other unforeseen events. If you have items to donate, please call or text Beverly Dronebarger at 931-260-9552.

Additional Services Offered by the FRC

Additional Services Offered by the FRC

  • Confidential assistance and referrals
  • Access to resources such as school supplies and books
  • Scottish Rites Shoe Project which provides shoes to children in need
  • Thanksgiving and Christmas meals and gifts
  • Move2Stand Anti-Bullying Initiative
  • SWAT - Stop With All Tobacco
  • Access to resources such as a lending library with videos and books regarding lice education, puberty, self-esteem, drug addiction, sex education, conflict resolution, health, exercise, crisis management, and parenting is available to the community and school staff.

Care Solace

 

Care Solace to Support Students, Staff, and Families

White County Schools has teamed up with Care Solace, a complimentary and confidential care coordination service, to help students, staff, and their families find mental health and substance abuse support. This partnership simplifies the often-difficult process of finding help by connecting people to a wide range of vetted providers, regardless of insurance status.

How it Works 

  • 24/7 Access: Anyone in the White County school community can call a dedicated hotline at 888-515-0595 or visit the Care Solace website at any time. A multilingual Care Companion team is available 24/7 to provide guidance and support.

  • Personalized Matching: The service uses a proprietary system to match individuals with local providers based on their specific needs, preferences, and insurance. They'll even find options for those without insurance.

  • Reduced Burden: Instead of navigating the complex healthcare system on their own, individuals can have a Care Companion handle the legwork of finding and coordinating appointments, saving them time and stress.

This partnership is part of the school district's commitment to supporting the overall well-being of its community by removing barriers to accessing essential mental and behavioral health services. To get started, visit the Care Solace website.

 

 

 

 

 

  • Contact

    White County Board of Education

    Beverly Dronebarger, Family Resource Center Director

    931.260-9552  | Beverly.Dronebarger@whitecoschools.net