May 26, 2024 - Update from Superintendent Malinda Golden 

Report Storm Damage - Very Important

The Texas Division of Emergency Management is encouraging any impacted by the storm to report damage through its  Individual State of Texas Assessment Tool (iSTAT) Damage Survey. Damage reports submitted through iSTAT help local emergency management officials gain insight into the nature of damage and where it was sustained. It also points to any needs in the community resulting from the storm. Additionally, iSTAT can assist the state in understanding the totality of damage sustained across the state and can aid in the disbursement federal funding through FEMA for qualified individuals.

All Needs

• 2-1-1 Texas This site/resource will connect you with local resources and support. 

Grief and Mental Health Support

• Community Resources

• Support Services (211 Texas) 

• All Belton ISD staff members may access the district’s Employee Assistance Program.  

Red Cross Assistance

• The Wilson Recreation Center (2205 Curtis B Elliot Dr. in Temple). The center is being used as a shelter, a place to cool off, charge phones, and find meals. For transportation to this location, contact 254-298-5682.

Temporary Housing Assistance

• Family Promise of Bell County for families displaced due to the tornadoes, contact 254-773-9980.

Storm Assistance for Staff, Parents and Community Members

• Crisis Clean-Up Hotline, contact 512-201-4814

• Dos and Dont’s After A Disaster

• Report Storm Damage. The iSTAT website includes a tutorial video to help users navigate the system. Please record your damage, as this impacts important aid for our community.

• Support Services (211 Texas) 

Resources for Students

• Helping Your Child Cope with a Disaster 

• Tornado Resources from NCTSN

• ASCA Natural Disasters: Helping Kids During Crisis

City & County Websites

• Bell County

• City of Belton

• City of Temple

• City of Morgan’s Point

Safety Reminders

• Power outages continue across our community.

• Many signal lights are out or blinking and should be treated as a four-way stop intersection.

• Please be extra cautious when traveling on roads and sidewalks in impacted areas. 

How You Can Help

This community cares deeply for one another, and we know many of you want to help. If you want to volunteer with the Temple Recovery Taskforce, contact 254-298-5999.