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What should I do if I need any help with community resources (counseling, food, supplies, utilities)?
During the stay at home order, please email or call Lara Polavieja, MV social worker at lara_polavieja@ipsd.org or 630.375.3891
The state of Illinois has set up another way to access community support:
Individuals who would like to speak with a mental health professional can text “TALK” to 5-5-2-0-2-0, or for Spanish, “HABLAR” to the same number: 5-5-2-0-2-0. Call4Calm is free to use, and individuals will remain anonymous. Once a resident sends a text to the hotline, within 24 hours they will receive a call from a counselor employed by a local community mental health center to provide support.
Individuals can also text 5-5-2-0-2-0, with key words such as “unemployment” or “food” or “shelter” and will receive information on how navigate and access supports and services.
How does my student receive access to counseling at school?
Can someone from Metea help me find a therapist for my child that takes our insurance?
At Metea, what is the role of the
...School Counselor?
...Social Worker?
...Psychologist? The role of the psychologist is multifaceted. First and foremost, we serve as a resource in the building whether it be through individualized and group counseling or providing consultation to teachers and fellow staff. We aide in problem solving to promote academic and behavioral success of our students and serve as a liaison between special education and general education. We evaluate any student who may be in need of more intensive services in the form of special education, and reevaluate the progress of individualized education plans. The role allows for us to be a tool for multiple departments across the school.
...Mental Health Coordinator?
...Dean?
The primary responsibility of the Dean of Students is to ensure the safety and security of all students and staff. The dean is responsible for monitoring student attendance and behavior, intervening when expectations set by administration are not being met. Students can seek out their dean for support and to report any concerns in regards to behaviors that may compromise student learning or the safety of the building stakeholders.
What should I do if I can't get my child to attend school?
What should I do if I need any help with community resources (counseling, food, supplies, utilities)?
During the stay at home order, please email or call Lara Polavieja, MV social worker at lara_polavieja@ipsd.org or 630.375.3891
The state of Illinois has set up another way to access community support:
Individuals who would like to speak with a mental health professional can text “TALK” to 5-5-2-0-2-0, or for Spanish, “HABLAR” to the same number: 5-5-2-0-2-0. Call4Calm is free to use, and individuals will remain anonymous. Once a resident sends a text to the hotline, within 24 hours they will receive a call from a counselor employed by a local community mental health center to provide support.
Individuals can also text 5-5-2-0-2-0, with key words such as “unemployment” or “food” or “shelter” and will receive information on how navigate and access supports and services.
How does my student receive access to counseling at school?
Can someone from Metea help me find a therapist for my child that takes our insurance?
At Metea, what is the role of the
...School Counselor?
...Social Worker?
...Psychologist? The role of the psychologist is multifaceted. First and foremost, we serve as a resource in the building whether it be through individualized and group counseling or providing consultation to teachers and fellow staff. We aide in problem solving to promote academic and behavioral success of our students and serve as a liaison between special education and general education. We evaluate any student who may be in need of more intensive services in the form of special education, and reevaluate the progress of individualized education plans. The role allows for us to be a tool for multiple departments across the school.
...Mental Health Coordinator?
...Dean?
The primary responsibility of the Dean of Students is to ensure the safety and security of all students and staff. The dean is responsible for monitoring student attendance and behavior, intervening when expectations set by administration are not being met. Students can seek out their dean for support and to report any concerns in regards to behaviors that may compromise student learning or the safety of the building stakeholders.
What should I do if I can't get my child to attend school?