All students at Sacajawea Middle School have unlimited access to the services that the counseling center provides, which includes two full-time certified school counselors, as well as a part-time school social worker. In addition, effective school counseling is a collaborative process that involves not only school counselors, but also students, parents, teachers, administrators and community leaders to assist students in reaching their fullest potential. Check out our newsletter for up to date information on what is happening in the counseling center throughout the year:
Meet the Counseling Center Staff
Counseling Mission:
Our school counselors will provide a comprehensive school counseling framework that embraces and enhances the development of all students, in the areas of academic achievement and growth, as well as career, emotional, and social development.
Counseling Vision:
The counseling center at Sacajawea Middle School is a comprehensive counseling program that is based on developmental theories and standards that support and enrich the educational process for all students. We work diligently to provide a learning environment in which students feel safe and where they have support to succeed at reaching their academic and personal goals. Students at SMS are equally entitled and encouraged to seek extra support when necessary, in order to thrive in the academic environment.
The Different Hats We Wear:
We are available throughout the day for emergent needs of our students, but we also lead a variety of activities throughout the year. These activities include, but aren’t limited to:
- 6th grade orientation
- New Student Tours
- Positive School Culture Curriculum – All grade levels
- Individual and Group counseling
- Scheduling of classes
- Career Counseling
- And much more!
Indirect Student Services:
We attend team meetings, consult with outside agencies, stay on top of student achievement, and make referrals as needed. We coordinate 504 Accommodation Plan meetings and attend IEP meetings, and facilitate 6th grade transition meetings.
Emergency Numbers:
Idaho Care Line: 1-800-926-2588 or Dial 211
Children’s Mental Health Services: 1-208-799-4440
Report Child Abuse and Neglect: 1-855-552-5437
Call or Text 988 Crisis Line
Student Support Services:
Western Idaho Youth Support Center:
Free Walk In Mental Health and/or Substance Use Crisis Care for Youth
208-899-4727
www.westernidahoyouthsupportcenter.org
Cottonwood Creek Behavioral Hospital
Inpatient Program for youth and adults
208-202-4714
www.cottonwoodcreekboise.com
Avery’s House Idaho
Teen Mental Health Treatment for Adolescents 12-17 yrs old
208-225-6670
www.averyshouseidaho.com
BPA Health/Idaho Youth Suicide Prevention Program (IYSPP)
Youth to 24 years old who have attempted suicide or serious suicidal thoughts
208-947-5155
www.bpahealth.com