The Wellness Center
ABOUT US
The Wellness Center serves as a safe place for the students to drop in for social-emotional support. The Wellness Center's safe and inclusive practices support the academic potential of students through the promotion of social, emotional, and physical well-being.
WHAT THE WELLNESS CENTER PROVIDES
- Short Term Counseling Services (Individual/Group)
- Social Service Needs Assessments/Linkages
- Empowerment/Educational Workshops
- Peer Mentorship/Counseling
- Parent Support Groups
- Student and Family Advocacy & Case Management
- Special Interest Activities (Art, Mindfulness, Yoga)
- Basic Needs Closet (Snacks/Toiletries/School Supplies)
- Community Resources
- Classroom/Staff Presentations
HOW DOES A STUDENT ACCESS THE WELLNESS CENTER?
Students, feel free to drop in and hangout whenever you have time or need someone to talk to. If you want to talk about something specific, fill out this referral form. Parents or staff, also use that referral form if you want Ms. Jaramillo to reach out to a student.
Students can be referred through school staff and other students.
THE WELNESS CENTER CAN PROVIDE SUPPORT TO STUDENTS IN MANY SITUATIONS:
“I get overwhelmed”
“I feel like I can’t control my emotions”
“I just need to vent to someone”
“I’m stressed about school”
“I feel alone at school”
“I get angry a lot and sometimes can’t control it”
“I’m having family issues and I am unsure of what is going to happen”
“I just need someone to talk to”
THE WELLNESS CENTER STAFF
Mariah Jaramillo
Clinical Counselor
(562) 997-1700 ext. 6968
HOURS
Monday-Thursday 8:00-4:30 PM
Friday 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM.