- Teams
Behavioral
Our Mission
Our Mission![]()
Our Mission
Advance the health and well-being of each student in Modoc County through targeted prevention, intervention, and triage school-based mental health and wellness supports
Program Components
Program Components![]()
Program Components
- Inprove social-emotional learning across grade levels and content areas;
- Collaborate with schools and districts to develop Multi-Tiered Systems of support (MTSS) Tier 1, Tier 2, and Tier 3 prevention and intervention strategies;
- Partner with Modoc County Behavioral Health Department to provide timely Tier 3 services for students on school campuses
Behavior Assistants
Alturas Elementary School
Gabi McGinness
Modoc Middle School
Kassidie Fitts
Surprise Valley Elementary and High School
Ana McGinness
Tulelake Basin Elementary School
Veronica Renfro
Tulelake High School
Cecilia Morales
Brittany Thomas
Director of Student Programs
(530)233-7101 ext. 1009
Samantha Casserly
Student Programs Clerk
scasserly@modoccoe.org(530)233-7115
Social and Emotional Wellness
T.E.A.C.H. (Training, Employment and Community Help) Inc.
112 E 2nd St
Alturas, CA 96101
(530) 233-3111
Strong Family Health Center
Modoc Medical Center
Pit River Health Services XL Clinic
150 BIA Route 76A
Alturas, CA 96101
(530) 233-3223
Suicide and Crisis Lifeline Call Center: 988
Social and Emotional Wellness![]()
Community Resources
Modoc County Behavioral Health
441 N Main St
Alturas, CA 96101
(530) 233-6312
24-Hour Crisis Line: (800) 699-4880 or (530)233-6312
- 24-Hour Crisis Line
- Adult outpatient counseling and medication
support
- Youth Services: Prevention; Outpatient
counseling and medication support; Foster care
treatment team services; Dual diagnosis
counseling; Therapeutic behavioral services;
School-based counseling; Culturally specific
outreach and treatment
441 N Main St
Alturas, CA 96101
(530) 233-6312
24-Hour Crisis Line: (800) 699-4880 or (530)233-6312
- 24-Hour Crisis Line
- Adult outpatient counseling and medication
support
- Youth Services: Prevention; Outpatient
counseling and medication support; Foster care
treatment team services; Dual diagnosis
counseling; Therapeutic behavioral services;
School-based counseling; Culturally specific
outreach and treatment
T.E.A.C.H. (Training, Employment and Community Help) Inc.
112 E 2nd St
Alturas, CA 96101
(530) 233-3111
- Mental health counseling for victims of domesticviolence
Sunrays of Hope
113 E North St
Alturas, CA 96101
(530) 233-7222
Alturas, CA 96101
(530) 233-7222
- Peer support groups
- Wellness Recovery Action Plan
- Arts and Crafts, Yoga, Knitting
- Wellness Recovery Action Plan
- Arts and Crafts, Yoga, Knitting
Strong Family Health Center
1203 Oak St
Alturas, CA 96101
(530) 233-4591
Alturas, CA 96101
(530) 233-4591
- Substance abuse counseling
Modoc Medical Center
1111 N Nagle St
Alturas, CA 96101
(530) 708-8800
Alturas, CA 96101
(530) 708-8800
Pit River Health Services XL Clinic
150 BIA Route 76A
Alturas, CA 96101
(530) 233-3223
- Counseling
- Anger Management
- Anger Management
Suicide and Crisis Lifeline Call Center: 988
Stress & Anxiety
Stress is a feeling of physical, mental or emotional tension. Stress and anxiety can lead to many health problems, such as headaches, physical aches and pains, upset stomachs and sleep problems as well as grumpiness, avoidance and over-indulgence. Check out the resources below for healthy ways to manage stress and anxiety!
STRESS AND ANXIETY RELIEF FOR CHILDREN & PARENTS
- ACTIVITY: Making a Feel Good Plan
- ACTIVITY: Deep Breathing for Children
- ACTIVITY: My Anxiety Plan for Children and Teens
- APP: Bambú (español)
- RESOURCE: The Well-Balanced Child - Tips for Parents
- RESOURCE: Childhood Stress: How Parents Can Help
- RESOURCE: Parenting Anxious Kids
- RESOURCE: Anxiety in Children
- RESOURCE: Symptom Checker
- VIDEO: Fight Flight Freeze: A Guide to Anxiety for Kids
- VIDEO: Stress Explained - Elementary EditionVimeo Video
STRESS AND ANXIETY RELIEF FOR TEENS
- ACTIVITY: Is Anxiety a Problem for Me? Quiz
- ACTIVITY: Sensory Audio Guide
- ACTIVITY: Muscle Relaxation Guide
- ACTIVITY: Time Wheel Activity to Balance Time
- ACTIVITY: Making a Feel Good Plan
- ACTIVITIES: Mental Health Thrival Kit
- APP: Bambú (español)
- APP: MindShift CBT Anxiety Relief
- RESOURCE: Self-Care
- RESOURCE: Mental Health Challenges - Stress & Anxiety
- RESOURCE: The Well-Balanced Teen - Tips for Parents
- RESOURCE: Take Control of Your Social Media Use for Wellbeing
- RESOURCE: Build Your Own Personalized Self-Care Toolbox
- RESOURCE: Symptom Checker
- VIDEO: Fight Flight Freeze: Anxiety Explained for Teens Video
Physical Health and Nutrition
Physical health and nutrition play an important role in our mental health. Research shows that even a short, 10 minute walk can improve your mood and energy levels. Research also shows a connection between the foods we eat and how we feel. For example, eating healthy foods helps counter depression and other mental health challenges.
EXERCISE FOR CHILDREN
- VIDEOS: Go Noodle
- VIDEOS: CosmicKids Yoga
- VIDEOS: BeachBody Kids Workouts
- VIDEOS: Free Kids Workouts from grouphiit
- VIDEOS: Kidz Bop Dance Videos
EXERCISE FOR TEENS
- ACTIVITIES: DAREBEE Challenges
- ACTIVITIES: DAREBEE Workouts
- ACTIVITY: Easy Strength-Building Exercises for Teens
- RESOURCE: Best Apps for Teens to Exercise at Home
- VIDEOS: PopSugar Workouts
- VIDEOS: Blogilates Workouts
NUTRITION FOR CHILDREN
- VIDEO: Eat the Rainbow! Nutrition Lesson for Kids
- WEBSITE: USDA Nutrition Kids' Corner
- WEBSITE: Digital Nutrition Resources for Kids
- WEBSITE: Kid’s Healthy Eating Plate
- WEBSITE: Nourish Interactive
NUTRITION FOR TEENS
- WEBSITE: USDA | For Tweens and Teens
- WEBSITE: My Plate: Healthy Eating for Teens
- WEBSITE: Teens Health: Eating Right and Staying Active
- WEBSITE: Center for Young Women’s Health
- WEBSITE: Young Men’s Health
- WEBSITE: Go Ask Alice - Nutrition and Physical Activity
Journaling
There is no right or wrong way to journal and you’ll find many different journaling styles below. Spending time journaling is proven to not only help us set and achieve goals, but can also help us increase self-confidence, reduce stress and anxiety, find inspiration and strengthen our memory. Journaling also gives us a chance to prioritize our fears and worries, leading to an improved ability to see and understand our thoughts clearly.
JOURNALING FOR CHILDREN
- ACTIVITY: Parent-Child Communication Journal
- APPS: Journal Apps for Kids
- RESOURCE: Journal Prompts for Kids
- RESOURCE: 57 Fun Creative Writing Prompts
- RESOURCE: 30 Journal Prompts for Kids to Aid Self-Discovery
- RESOURCE: 55 Shared Journal Ideas
- RESOURCE: How (and Why) to Start a Journaling Practice with Kids
- RESOURCE: Video Writing Prompts
JOURNALING FOR TEENS
- ACTIVITY: 33 DIY Journal Ideas
- APPS: 8 Best Journaling Apps
- APP: Grid Diary
- APP: Five Minute Journal
- RESOURCE: 50 Mindful Journal Prompts for Teens
- RESOURCE: 50 Unique Journal Prompts for Teens
- RESOURCE: Video Writing Prompts
- RESOURCE: Prompts Promoting Self Love
- RESOURCE: Prompts Promoting Self Discovery
Mindfullness
Mindfulness is the ability to be fully present and aware of where we are, what we’re doing and how we feel in the moment. Mindfulness has been shown to reduce anxiety, depression and stress. It can also lead to improved memory, increased brain functioning, stronger relationships and better physical health.
MINDFULNESS FOR CHILDREN
- ACTIVITY: Belly Breathing: Mindfulness for Children
- ACTIVITY: 5-4-3-2-1 Grounding Technique
- ACTIVITY: Mind Yeti
- ACTIVITY: Mindful Thought Observation
- ACTIVITY: Candle and Flower Breathing
- ACTIVITY: Melting Exercise - GoNoodle
- ACTIVITY: Guided Mindfulness Meditation for Children
- ARTICLE: How Staying Positive Helps
- RESOURCE: Just Breathe Video
- VIDEO: Mindfulness from the Child Mind Institute (en español)
- VIDEO: Relaxation from the Child Mind Institute (en español)
MINDFULNESS FOR TEENS
- ACTIVITY: Headspace Mini Meditation
- ACTIVITY: 5-4-3-2-1 Grounding Exercise
- ACTIVITY: Everyday Mindfulness
- ACTIVITY: Tense and Release-Stress Reduction
- ACTIVITY: Relaxation Exercises: Breathing Basics
- ACTIVITIES: 10 Mindfulness Activities for Teens
- ACTIVITIES: Mindfulness Teen Exercises for Eating, Breathing, Walking and Driving
- ACTIVITIES: Mindfulness for Teens: Guided Meditations
- VIDEO: Mindfulness (Middle School) (en español)
- VIDEO: Relaxation (Middle School) (en español)
- VIDEO: Mindfulness (High School) (en español)
- VIDEO: Relaxation (High School) (en español)
- VIDEO: Mindfulness: Youth Voices
- VIDEO: Reset, Release and Recharge
Calming Apps
Sometimes we need a quick break from the craziness of life. Sometimes we need a reminder to stop and breathe. Sometimes we need a resource at our fingertips to help us stay calm. In those moments, smartphone apps can help.
CALMING & MEDITATION APPS FOR KIDS
- Breathe, Think, Do with Sesame
- DreamyKid Meditation App Just for Kids
- Meditations for Kids
- Mindful Powers
- Moshi Kids
- Resilient Family: Happy Child
- Smiling Mind
CALMING & MEDITATION APPS FOR TEENS
- Aura
- Insight Timer
- Mindshift Anxiety Relief
- Smiling Mind
- Virtual Hope Box
MINDFUL FOCUS APPS
MOOD TRACKING & JOURNALING APPS
POSITIVE SOCIAL MEDIA ACCOUNTS
- 7 TikTok Mental Health Advocates to Follow
- Brown Girl Therapy
- Liz and Mollie
- Minaa B
- Morgan Harper Nichols
- New Happy Co
POSITIVE THINKING APPS
SUICIDE PREVENTION APPS
Virtual Tours and Webcams
Virtual tours and webcams offer ways to escape from the daily grind and “get out” while being home! Use these sites to help you de-stress, reduce feelings of isolation and spice up your day through exposure to new wonders around the world.
ANIMAL CAMS AND VIDEOS
INTERNATIONAL WEBCAMS
MUSEUMS AROUND THE WORLD
- Musée d'Orsay-France
- Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History
- The British Museum- United Kingdom
- The Louvre-France
- The Vatican Museum-Italy
WONDERS OF THE SEA
PBIS
POSITIVE BEHAVIORAL INTERVENTIONS AND SUPPORTS
WHAT IS PBIS?
PBIS is a framework for creating safe, positive, equitable schools, where every student can feel valued, connected to the school community and supported by caring adults. By implementing evidence-based practices within a PBIS framework, schools support their students’ academic, social, emotional, and behavioral success, engage with families to create locally-meaningful and culturally-relevant outcomes, and use data to make informed decisions that improve the way things work for everyone.
-Center of PBIS