Located in Room F-101
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Purpose
The goal of the Wildcat Sanctuary is to help students succeed academically and personally. By increasing student awareness of their stress levels and social-emotional health we can educate them about the many resources available within our campus and district. We can teach them various preventative strategies, activities, and choices they can make to sustain positive mental health.
The Sanctuary aims to offer a safe space to overwhelmed students when there is a need to relax and refocus, practice healthy coping mechanisms, or speak with a counselor. Students now have an on-campus option to visit a supervised environment when they might need to navigate their mental health. The Wildcat Sanctuary aims to reduce the stressors that students are experiencing, which is directly impacting their social and academic growth. Our end goal is to assist students in developing the necessary coping mechanisms to focus on their academics.
Services
Short-term counseling (Individual/Group Counseling)
Empowerment/Educational workshops
Referrals for community resources/support services
Calming Space for students in distress
Special interest activities (yoga, mindfulness, art, therapy dogs)
Classroom/staff presentations
Basic needs (snacks, toilettries, school supplies etc)
Coping skills (e.g. deep breathing, coloring, journaling, self regulation etc).
Important Student Policies
Upon entering the Wildcat Sanctuary students must check-in and check-out at the kiosk.
Students must check-in their backpack and cellphone at the front counter to focus on wellness.
Students will be provided with up to 15 minutes in the wellness center before symptoms are re-assessed, so the student can return to class.
Wildcat Sanctuary Schedule
Closed: Tuesdays during 2nd Period
Closed: Monday-Friday during 5th Period (subject to change on block/min days)
Counselor's Assigned
Mondays: Ms. Orland
Tuesdays: Ms. Mojica
Wednesdays: Mrs. Saibene
Thursdays: Mrs. Delmonico
Fridays: Mrs. Reese
