Physical & Mental Health Statements 2025-26 (TEC 28.004(k))
POLICIES & PROCEDURES ADOPTED TO PROMOTE THE PHYSICAL AND MENTAL HEALTH OF STUDENTS
TEC §28.004(k)(1)
Chaparral Star Academy has adopted various policies that promote student physical and mental health:
- Bullying Policy & Bullying Prevention Policy
- Child Abuse and Neglect Procedures
- Communicable Diseases Policy
- Crisis Intervention Procedures
- CSA School Counseling Program Policy
- Freedom from Discrimination, Harassment, and Retaliation Policy
- Hearing & Vision Screening Policy
- Health-Related Services Policy
- Health-Care Services Policy
- Immunizations Policy
- Scoliosis Screening Policy
- Student Health Advisory Council (SHAC) Procedures & Related Board Recommendations
- Student Safety Procedures (e.g. Emergency Drills & Procedures)
- Suicide Prevention Policy & Procedures
- Trauma-informed Care Procedures
All policies listed above can be found in the CSA Student Handbook.
PHYSICAL HEALTH AND MENTAL HEALTH RESOURCES AVAILABLE AT THE CAMPUS
TEC §28.004(k)(1)
Chaparral Star Academy supports mental and physical wellness for all students. The Student Support Counselor provides a system of support for all students, including direct instruction for social and emotional growth. The Student Support Counselor provides school-wide guidance curriculum, small group intervention, and individual counseling. The administrative assistant or front office staff provide first-aid and respond to physical health needs of all students, working collaboratively with parents and staff to promote physical health and wellness.
CONTACT INFORMATION FOR THE NEAREST PROVIDERS OF ESSENTIAL PUBLIC HEALTH SERVICES
TEC §28.004(k)(1)
Austin/Travis County Health and Human Services Department
Address: 5325 Airport Blvd., Austin, TX 78751
Mailing: P.O. Box 1748, Austin, TX 78767
(512) 972-5460
https://www.traviscountytx.gov/health-human-services
Local Community Center Locator: https://www.traviscountytx.gov/health-human-services/community-centers
Texas Department of Health and Human Services
Mailing Address:
Texas Department of State Health Services
P.O. Box 149347
Austin, TX 78714-9347
Physical Address:
Texas Department of State Health Services
1100 West 49th Street
Austin, TX 78756-3199
Toll-free: 888-963-7111
CONTACT INFORMATION FOR THE NEAREST LOCAL MENTAL HEALTH AUTHORITY
TEC §28.004(k)(1)
Integral Care
Intake Phone: 512-472-4357
Main Phone: 512-447-4141
Crisis Phone: 512-472-4357
1430 Collier St,
Austin, TX 78704
Counties Served: Travis
POLICIES ADOPTED TO ENSURE THAT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, MIDDLE SCHOOL, AND JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS ENGAGE IN AT LEAST THE AMOUNT AND LEVEL OF PHYSICAL ACTIVITY REQUIRED
TEC §28.004(k)(2)
Chaparral Star Academy will ensure that students in Kindergarten-5th grade engage in moderate or vigorous physical activity for at least 30 minutes per day or 135 minutes per week, in accordance with TEC §28.002(l), through the student’s daily Physical Education course.
Chaparral Star Academy will ensure that students in 6th-8th grade engage in 30 minutes of moderate or vigorous physical activity per day for at least four semesters in accordance with TEC §28.002(l), through the student’s daily Physical Education course.
THE NUMBER OF TIMES DURING THE PRECEDING YEAR THE DISTRICT’s SHAC MET
TEC §28.004(k)(3)(A)
The Chaparral Star Academy Student Health Advisory Council did not meet during the 2024-25 school year as it was not required by law.
COMPLIANCE WITH AGENCY VENDING MACHINES AND FOOD SERVICE GUIDELINES
TEC §28.004(k)(3)(B)
Chaparral Star Academy has not adopted any policies to ensure its compliance with agency vending machines and food service guidelines for restricting student access to vending machines as Chaparral Star Academy does not have any vending machines.
E-CIGARETTE USE POLICY
TEC §28.004(k)(3)(C)
In accordance with SB 97, Chaparral Star Academy prohibits possessing, smoking or using electronic or e-cigarettes at a school-related or school-sanctioned activity on or off school property.
E-cigarettes are defined as any device that simulates smoking by using a mechanical heating element, battery, or electronic circuit to deliver nicotine or other substances to the individual inhaling from the device.
Given that SB 97 also prohibits the possession, purchase, consumption or acceptance of e-cigarettes by an individual under the age of 18, school penalties will follow tobacco-related procedures as prescribed in the student code of conduct.
Chaparral Star Academy and its staff strictly enforce prohibitions against the use of all tobacco products, e-cigarettes, or any other electronic vaporizing device by students and all others on school property and at school-sponsored and school-related activities.
PARENT ACCESS TO PHYSICAL FITNESS ASSESSMENT RESULTS
TEC §28.004(k)(4)
As stated in the Student Handbook:
“Chaparral Star Academy will annually assess 3rd-12th grade students in all physical education courses and physical education substitute courses by order of the Commissioner of Educations rules, included in 19 TAC, Chapter 103, Subchapter AA. In accordance with the §103.1001 and the Texas Education Agency, all districts are mandated to use the FitnessGram ® to conduct the fitness testing.
For additional information about the use of FitnessGram ®, please see www.fitnessgram.net. At the end of the school year, a parent may submit a written request to obtain the results of his or her child’s physical fitness assessment conducted during the school year.”
FULL-TIME NURSE and COUNSELOR
TEC §28.004(k)(5)
Chaparral Star Academy does not have a full-time nurse on staff.
Chaparral Star Academy has a full-time counselor on staff.