Mental Health Wellness

The outbreak of COVID-19 may be stressful for people and communities. Fear and anxiety about a disease can be overwhelming and cause strong emotions in adults and children. These articles for adults will be helpful for parents, guardians, and families as they manage through this unprecedented situation.

Some ways to provide support to children regarding COVID-19 include:

• Limiting your child’s exposure to COVID-19 media coverage;

• Providing a calming influence to your child - remember that children look to adults to understand how to respond to the situations around them; and

• Helping children address their fears by using some of the resources and guidance below.

Resources:

ECP Mental Health Protocol

CDC Coping During Covid-19

Coronavirus Disease 2019

Interim Guidance for Administrators of US Childcare Programs and K-12 Schools to Plan, Prepare and Respond to Covid-19

Talking to children about Covid-19

National Association of School Pyschologists: Talking to children about Covid-19 Parent Resource

Our counseling program focuses on academic counseling, social and emotional counseling, and career/personal development.

The district counselor is available at all campuses as needed. The counselor monitors the academic progress of students to achieve graduation. Our counselor is also available to initiate partnerships with parents to promote student learning and post-secondary planning.

We also partner with outside counseling services in the area to provide more options for mental health services that focus on social, emotional and behavioral needs. Please contact your school for more information.

Information to help work with the school counselor

School Attendance

Suicide Prevention

Teen Pregnancy

You can keep your school community safe. If you see or hear something concerning, call (580)788-2565 or share with a trusted adult.

Call the Lifeline Anytime, 24/7.