Social/Emotional Resources
Keep in touch with your school counselor regarding any life issues for which you need support.
Reaching out for help is a sign of STRENGTH.
Mental health is part of our overall health. Taking care of yourself means being emotionally healthy too. Talking to your school counselor is a great way to keep yourself from getting overwhelmed by the demands in your life. School counselors have resources to help you. Sometimes, students need to see a therapist for additional mental health support. We all need help from time to time. If you feel like you need help, please reach out to your school counselor or take advantage of the resources listed below.
The Alexander High School Counselors are here to help you in any way we can. If you need assistance, please do not hesitate to reach out. You can always stop by room 9 at school, request an appointment to meet with your counselor, or send your counselor an email:
Students with Last Name A -C Dr. Wray omar.wray@dcssga.org
Students with Last Name D - K Mr. Warrington john.warrington@dcssga.org
Students with Last Name L - P Mr. Plumley tim.plumley@dcssga.org
Students with Last Name Q - Z Mrs. Wright sophia.wright@dcssga.org
We recognize that crises also happen when you are not in our building. If you are experiencing a crisis and you are not at school with access to a counselor, help is still available! The following resources are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year - even during a pandemic! Help is a phone call or text away!
Crisis Resources
Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988
www,988ga.org
If at any time you or someone else is in danger, dial 9-1-1, or if you or someone else is in distress, feel like there may be a risk of suicide, or having a crisis related to mental health, substance use, or a developmental disability dial 9-8-8. The 9-8-8 phone line serves all languages.
We can all help prevent suicide. The Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals.
1-800-273-8255
For immediate access to routine or crisis services, call the Georgia Crisis and Access Line (GCAL) at 1-800-715-4225. Available 24 hours a day/7 days a week/365 days a year to help you or someone you care for in a crisis. GCAL professionals will:
Provide telephonic crisis intervention services
Dispatch mobile crisis teams
Assist individuals in finding an open crisis or detox bed across the State
Link individuals with urgent appointment services
MyGCAL app for students available through the app store
Text HOME to 741741
to connect with a Crisis Counselor
Text HOME to 741741 from anywhere in the United States, anytime. Crisis Text Line is here for any crisis. A live, trained Crisis Counselor receives the text and responds, all from our secure online platform. The volunteer Crisis Counselor will help you move from a hot moment to a cool moment.
Our advocates are available 24/7 at 1 (800) 799-SAFE in more than 200 languages. Calls are free and confidential.
1.8 million LGBTQ young people seriously consider suicide each year. The Trevor Project 's mission is t be there for every single one.
1-866-488-7386
Douglas County LINK Resources
The Douglas County LINK Resources Guide is provided by Douglas County and is intended to serve as a resource tool for families who need information for various community resources related to children, youth and adults, to include mental health, neuro-development, substance abuse, family support, child welfare, and more. It is not designed to exclude any business, service provider or community organization. It does not include all resources in or outside of Douglas County.
McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance
The McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act ensures educational rights and protection for children and youth experiencing homelessness. The primary goal includes education stability and academic success.
Resources
FoodFinder
We know some students may face food insecurity while away from school buildings. FoodFinder is a mobile and web app created by a graduate of Georgia public schools that allows families to find food distribution sites (including food pantries, drive-through distributions, and school meal providers) based on their location.
Douglas County LINK (Linking, Integrating, & Networking for Kids) Resource Guide
The Douglas County LINK Resources Guide is provided by Douglas County and is intended to serve as a resource tool for families who need information for various community resources related to children, youth and adults, to include mental health, neuro-development, substance abuse, family support, child welfare, and more. It is not designed to exclude any business, service provider or community organization. It does not include all resources in or outside of Douglas County.
HOMELESSNESS
The McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act ensures educational rights and protection for children and youth experiencing homelessness. The primary goal includes education stability and academic success.
DCSS Virtual Calming Room
Having a difficult time decompressing? Need some resources for dealing with everyday stress? Visit the DCSS Virtual Calming Room for tips and guides on relaxation, meditation, mindfulness, ways to destress, and games/puzzles to take your help your calm your mind. Activities and resources for all ages are available.