The school counselors, school psychologist, school social worker, and mental health counselors from Northern Human Services will continue to be available to assist students and their families during Remote Learning. Students and parents/guardians can also email any member of the counseling team directly. In addition, students can message us through Schoology. Appointments via phone or Zoom (videoconference) can be set up with any counseling team member. Students and parents, please read the Parent Consent Form linked below and follow the directions before scheduling your appointment. Parent Consent Form for Remote Counseling Services Click on the name below for specific contact information. School Counseling Services Department: Director of Counseling Services/District School Psychologist: Heather Nelson District School Social Worker: Chrissy Witchley MA School Counselor (high school guidance): Jen Chapman MCS School Counselor (elementary guidance): Sara Fogarty Suicide Prevention Call 911 immediately for help if student is at imminent risk of suicide National Suicide Prevention 24 hours a day, 7 days a week: Lifeline: 1-800-273-TALK (8255) Crisis Text Line: text HOME to 741741 LGBTQ+ youth can contact The Trevor Project 24/7, 365 days a year: Lifeline: 1-866-488-7386 Text: text START to 678678 Chat: https://www.thetrevorproject.org/get-help-now/ Please note that new content is regularly added. Referral Resource Guide Carroll County NH 2019-2020 Helping Children Cope with Changes Resulting from COVID-19 Talking to Children About COVID-19 (Coronavirus) - A Parent Resource (ENGLISH) Talking to Children About COVID-19 (Coronavirus) - A Parent Resource (SPANISH) Anxious? Worried? Stressed? Below are a list of links to apps and resources that can help you cope during stressful times. Consistent, daily use of these strategies can improve your ability to cope and manage your feelings.
Mindmatters app to improve mental health; provides coping skills and resources depending on how individual reports that they are feeling Moods: Mental Health Tracking app to track your moods; guided reflections; tips are offered to alleviate mood & users can add own tips of what often helps for them