Counseling Office
If you are experiencing a mental health crisis (such as suicidal thoughts), or need help dealing with one, call this toll-free number 1-844-493-TALK (8255) or text TALK to 38255 to speak to a trained professional.
Wheat Ridge Walk-in Center (Open 24/7)
Tips to keep your child safe: What do I need to know about youth suicide?
Judi's House Grief Group for Mandalay Middle School Students
The Mandalay Mental Health Team will be offering a grief support group through Judi's House starting in early March. Judi's House is an organization that will provide a weekly support group for grieving students who have been impacted by the death of a loved one. The small group, led by a therapist from Judi's House, will meet with 6-8 students weekly during club time.
If you have a student that you think may be interested and benefit from this grief support group, please contact Tina Lonardo
303-982-9065 or tina.lonardo@jeffco.k12.co.us
Want to Talk to a School Counselor? Submit a Request Form:
Non-Emergency Counselor Request Form
(This form is NOT monitored outside school hours (after 4pm on weekdays, weekdays or during school breaks) If you have an immediate safety concerns during one of those times, use one of the following crisis resources:
Colorado Crisis Services 1-844-493-TALK (8255) or text TALK to 38255
Suicide & Crisis Lifeline dial 988 or 1-800-273-TALK (8255)
Jefferson Center for Mental Health (303) 425-0300
Meet the School Counselors
Ron Ehnes:
6th-8th grades A-L
504 coordinator
Direct/VM- 303- 982- 9771
Hello, I am Ron Ehnes (Mr. E) and I will be the counselor for all grades with last name A-L. This is my 14th year as a counselor and 9th here at Mandalay. I am excited to support our students and they navigate middle school and prepare for high school. Feel free to contact me via the email or phone listed above.
Tina Lonardo:
6th-8th grades M-Z
504 coordinator
Direct/VM- 303-982-9065
Emily Rettler
Social Emotional Learning Specialist
GT Building Coordinator
Sources of Strength Advisor
emily.rettler@jeffco.k12.co.us
Direct/VM- 303-982-0445