Wellness Center

 Wellness Center

The Wellness Center is an on-campus area where students can take a short break from their stressors and recharge before carrying on with their day.  Students can self-request to go to Wellness when feeling stressed or overwhelmed. The Wellness Center staff is qualified to assist students with various issues. The primary focus is on supporting students with building strategies to use in the future.

Some examples include:

·         Grief and Loss needs

·         Visual/emotional distress, crying, anger, etc. 

·         Anxiety beyond what students can manage in the classroom

·         Anxiety about School Assembly noise and activity

·         Girlfriend/boyfriend/partner verbal argument or conflict interrupting learning 

·         Family issues that interfere with the ability to focus

·         Overly stressed about school, family, job, life

·         Overly tired and/or ongoing fatigue 

·         Ongoing depression or 

·         Social media/ bullying drama

Procedure to access:            

·         The student creates an e-hall pass, or staff can create one if necessary

·         Upon arrival, students will be greeted by staff and then sign in

·         Staff will quickly assess student need

·         The average time spent is 10 -15 minutes