Dickinson Gator Wellness

12/02/2026

Thank you to The Bing Pizzeria - League City for providing a delicious meal to celebrate our school counselors for National School Counseling Week!

05/02/2026

Thank you for the clothing and the school supply donations. We really appreciate it 💙🐊

04/02/2026

💙🐊 Gator Pride on a Statewide Stage 🐊💙

Our Dickinson counseling teams are representing Gator Nation at the 21st Annual Professional School Counselor Conference hosted by the Texas Counseling Association. Counselors from Dickinson High School and Hughes Road Elementary showcased impactful projects and research designed to better support students’ daily well-being.

We’re incredibly proud of our counselors for presenting, collaborating, and sharing their expertise with fellow educators from across Texas. Their work reflects the heart of Dickinson ISD—strong relationships, meaningful connections, and a commitment to supporting every student’s success.

Way to lead, inspire, and make an impact beyond our district. 💙👏

02/02/2026

🎮🛡️ Family Engagement Session: Gaming Safety Awareness for Parents 🛡️🎮

Online gaming is a big part of many students’ lives—and with it comes new challenges and risks. Join us for an informative parent session presented by CrimeStoppers focused on helping families better understand the gaming world and how to keep students safe online.

This session will cover:
✔️ Gaming basics and today’s gaming culture
✔️ The impact of eSports and online interactions
✔️ How gaming can affect your child
✔️ Practical tools and strategies to promote safe, healthy gameplay at home

📅 Wednesday, February 11
⏰ Check In & Resources 8:30-9 am
🖥️ Presentation 9:00–10:00 a.m.
📍 Dunbar Middle School
2901 23rd Street, Dickinson

Hosted by the Gator Wellness Center 💙
📧 gwc@dickinsonisd.org | 📞 281-229-6005

We hope to see you there as we partner to support safe and positive online experiences for our students.

02/02/2026

Happy School Counseling Week to Amy Cmaidalka! Thank you for your leadership, dedication, and commitment to supporting counselors, students, and families across Dickinson ISD. Your work through the Gator Wellness Center makes a meaningful difference every day, and we are so grateful for all you do!

28/01/2026

📱💙 Family Engagement Session: Social Media & Mental Health

Join us for an engaging and informative session presented by CrimeStoppers, focused on helping students and families better understand the impact of social media on mental health.

✔ Peer testimonials
✔ Laws and policies related to social media
✔ Tips for healthier online habits
✔ Tools for a more balanced digital life

📅 Thursday, February 5
⏰ 5:30–6:30 PM
📍 Dickinson Continuation Center (DCC)
2805 Oak Park Street, Dickinson

Hosted by the Gator Wellness Center.
📧 gwc@dickinsonisd.org | 📞 281-229-6005

15/01/2026

The Dickinson Education Foundation was recently awarded a $7,000 donation from Shepard Energy Storage as part of its fourth quarter Community Giving Campaign. The nonprofit organization received $3,000 that will be used to support the Gator Giving Closet, a collaboration between the Dickinson Education Foundation and Gator Wellness that provides students in need with access to new and gently used clothing, shoes and hygiene essentials to ensure every child can attend school ready to learn with confidence and dignity.

03/12/2025

31/10/2025

When families face sudden income loss, like furloughs during a government shutdown, school meals can be a critical safety net.

✅ Reminder: Free & Reduced-Price Meal applications can be submitted any time of year if family income changes.
🔗 Apply now: https://www.mealappnow.com/mandks/splash.php
✅ This ensures kids continue to receive the healthy meals they need to thrive.

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Dickinson Independent School District

30/10/2025

29/10/2025

We're joining the fight to spread knowledge and protect our communities. Fentanyl is a powerful and dangerous drug, and awareness is key in preventing its devastating consequences.

Learn more: txopioidresponse.org/fentanyl

17/10/2025

The Dickinson ISD Gator Wellness Center sincerely thanks the Samara Community Foundation for your generous donation! Your support plays a vital role in helping us continue to assist families with mental health services and essential needs.

We’re honored to collaborate with other outstanding Dickinson Independent School District partners — including M.I. Lewis Social Service Center, the Dickinson ISD Education Foundation, and Higher Up Texas — all working together to support student success academically, emotionally, and personally.