IHS Wellness Center

HEALTH is a state of body . . . WELLNESS is a state of being

Recent and Upcoming Events

Wellness Center Reopening

We celebrated the reopening of the Wellness Center on October 12, 2022, after a long collaborative process of renovation! The wellness center is open to students seeking support in room 47, with a pass from their teacher. Follow us on instagram at @ihswc for more updates and information.

Donate to Support the Program

All donations towards the Wellness Center are tax deductible and go towards paint, snacks, activities, and technology in the space, supporting student mental health. You can pay online through Paypal or in-person via cash or check. Checks should be made out to IHS PTSA and can be dropped off in the PTSA mailbox in the office. If donating with a check, you must specify in the memo section that it's for Wellness. Cash donations need to include a letter stating the donor name, contact info (can be an email address), and where the money is going (ie. Wellness).

IMG_0015.MOV

Past Events

The Irvington Wellness Center collaborated with BACH and PTSA to host a lunar new year event centered on mental health awareness. Check out the video of the lion dance here.

Mission Statement

The Mission of the Irvington High School Wellness Center is to promote physical and emotional health, provide access to resources and develop social, physical and emotional support programs to create a safe, positive and engaging learning environment.

PHILOSOPHY

The Irvington High School Wellness Center staff believes:

• All students deserve and will have the opportunity, access and ability to achieve

• All students have the right to a safe and supportive learning environment

• All students have the right to be treated with dignity and respect

And that the Irvington High School Wellness Center is:

• A valuable resource for all students

• Comprehensive in scope, preventative in design, and developmental in nature

• Conducted in collaboration with stakeholders

• Culturally responsive to the community we serve

And that Irvington High School Wellness Center staff and partners:

• Recognize the link between physical and emotional health and academic success

• Cultivate lifelong learners

• Are active participants in school site committees and play a collaborative role in promoting campus wide health and wellness

• Participate in professional development and education essential to maintaining a quality Health and Wellness Program on campus.