Sources of Strength
Sources of Strength is a school-wide initiative from a nationally recognized program. The program uses an upstream model to strengthen multiple sources of support (protective factors) around students so that when times get hard they have strengths to rely on.
At West Charlotte, we have trained peer leaders and adult advisors to serve as connectors of support and agents of positive change in our school building.
Parents
Teen Health Connection Parent Guide to Teen Health
Where You Go Is Not Who You'll Be: An Antidote to the College Admissions Mania
If you're a student or a parent who thinks their child can benefit from therapeutic services, please contact Mrs. Vaughn at (980) 343-6060 or via email: Gtulani.vaughn@cms.k12.nc.us
Students
This website offers guidance to teenage girls on recognizing a mental health problem, getting help, and talking to parents
Kelty Mental Health Resource Center:
Here you will find information and resources on topics related to mental health challenges affecting youth and young adults.
Hotlines
National Suicide Hotline: 988 or the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-TALK (8255)
Both toll-free, 24-hour, confidential hotlines which connect you to a trained counselor at the nearest suicide crisis center.
Safe Place: 1-888-290-7233
Project Safe Place provides access to immediate help and supportive resources for young people in crisis through a network of qualified agencies, trained volunteers and businesses in 32 states. Call the hotline to find out if the program operates in your state, or look online.
National Alliance of the Mentally Ill: 1-800-950-6264
Toll-free, confidential hotline operating Mon.-Fri., 10 am- 6 pm (EST). Trained volunteers provide information, referrals, and support to anyone with questions about mental illness.
The Trevor Project: 866-4-U-TREVOR
The Trevor Project operates the only nationwide, around-the-clock crisis and suicide prevention helpline for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and questioning (LGBTQ) youth. The Trevor Helpline is available as a resource to parents, family members and friends of young people as well. Visit www.TheTrevorProject.org for more information and resources for young people, including “Dear Trevor,” an online Q&A forum for non-time sensitive questions.
West Charlotte High School Student Services Mission Statement
The student support services department at West Charlotte High School endeavors to promote and support student learning in a safe, diverse community where students, staff, and parents actively commit to academic excellence and personal responsibility.
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