Hi! Welcome to Highland! I’m here to support your child’s growth through school-wide initiatives, classroom wellness activities, small groups, and individual student planning. Please explore these pages for resources to support your child being successful and well this school year! If I can help, please contact me at mychaela_williams@abss.k12.nc.us or request an appointment by clicking here. I am available periodically during regular school hours. Please allow two school days for a response. If immediate attention is needed, please call the front office 336.538.8700.

For mental health and other resources click here.

IN CASE OF EMERGENCY:

For suspected abuse or neglect or child’s safety- Report suspected abuse or neglect to the social services hotline at (336) 229-2908. NC Law states that every person in NC is a mandated reporter. Your identity will not be released. https://www.alamance-nc.com/dss/programs-and-services/children-services/

For intent to harm- If you overhear or believe that a student may have thoughts of hurting themself or someone else, IMMEDIATELY call THE PARENT to inform them or ask the person who informed you to contact the child’s parent. Parents should be directed to seek medical care for their child by contacting their pediatrician or mental health provider. If you cannot contact the parent, call the police. They are equipped to conduct well-checks.

Calling ensures the child has additional adults to support them. It may seem extreme to call CPS or the police but it is so much better to reach out than to have a child in harm’s way.