STUDENT SERVICES
Overview of the Student Services
Mission Statement
The mission of the NWSA Student Services Department is to deliver a comprehensive, developmental counseling program that addresses the academic, career, and personal/social needs of all students. Through partnership with students, parents, educators, and the community, NWSA Counselors facilitate support systems to ensure that all students are academically and socially prepared to become healthy and productive members of the global community.
The services we provide include:
Academic Development
Classroom guidance activities
Academic advisement for course selection and career planning
Counseling students with academic needs
Consultation with parents and teachers for academic success
Career Development
Career guidance activities
Assistance with college application process
Assistance with scholarship search
Parent workshops and information sessions
Personal/Social Development
Individual Counseling
Consultation with parents and teachers
Crisis intervention
Referrals to community resources
Transition support for new students
RESOURCES
Say Something Anonymous Reporting System
The Say Something Anonymous Reporting System enables students to anonymously report an issue 24/7/365 through an app, hotline, or website when they see a classmate who is at risk of harming themselves or others. All students have been trained as of 9/13/22.
Crisis/Emergency Resources
What if I have a crisis or emergency situation in which I or someone I know needs to talk to someone?
Use the "Crisis Text Line" by texting "HELLO" to 741741.
Call or text the Suicide Prevention & Crisis Lifeline at 988.
Call Mecklenburg County Crisis Line at 704-566-3410 (Option 1)
Call 9-1-1