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Counselor's Corner

Cheney Public Schools

Windsor School Counseling Model

Natalie Sword, Windsor Counselor
Miss Natalie
Counselor
(509) 559-4239
 

Mission Statement

The school counseling program at Windsor Elementary fosters a safe and caring learning environment in collaboration with administrators, staff, students, and their families. Through the delivery of developmentally appropriate instruction, individual and small group counseling, system support, and responsive services, the students at Windsor Elementary gain the knowledge and skills necessary for academic, social, and emotional success. 

Vision Statement

Students will leave Windsor Elementary prepared with the academic, social, and emotional skills necessary to continue their educational journey. They will learn at high levels and graduate with options for post-secondary education, careers, and civic engagement.

Belief Statements

  • Every student is unique, has dignity, and possesses inherent strengths and potential
  • All students can achieve success and are capable of learning at high levels
  • All students should have equitable access to a quality education, which includes access to a comprehensive school counseling program that supports their academic, career, and personal/social development
  • School counselors act as leaders, advocates, and collaborators within the school, district, and community
  • Effective school counseling is a collaborative process and involves partnerships with families, teachers, administrators, and community members.

 

Resources

First Call For Help Spokane

If a student needs to talk to someone outside of the school day about stresses or mental health concerns, our community provides a 24-hour hotline for support and guidance.
(509) 838-4428
24-Hour Regional Crisis Hotline
1-877-266-1818

Therapeutic and Crisis Resources
Inland Northwest Behavioral Health- (509) 992-1888
Frontier Behavioral Health
Lutheran Community Services
Passages

Crisis Hotlines
FOR A LIFE OR DEATH EMERGENCY CALL: 9-1-1

National Suicide and Crisis Lifeline (call or text): 988

Mental Health Crisis text:  "HOME" to 741741

Suicide Prevention Hotline call: 1-800-272-TALK (8255) 

Trevor Lifeline (LGBTQ) call: 1-866-488-7386 or text: 678687

Additional community resources can be found here:  https://www.cheneysd.org/health-safety-student-well-being/homeless-resources