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Social Emotional Resources and Support

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At Everest Value School we believe that a student’s social emotional well being is an essential component to a positive learning experience. Everest Value provides school counseling services that are primarily short-term temporary services aimed to improve academic, personal and socio-emotional development. You may complete the forms below to request school counseling for your child(ren). 

Our counseling experts are here to assist students, parents, and teachers alike. We believe that Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) is a crucial component of academic success. Through SEL, we empower our students and staff with the essential skills and tools needed to effectively manage their emotions both within and beyond the classroom environment. 

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Contact the school counselor, Ms. Brenda Huezo, at [email protected],with any questions.

School Counseling Referral Forms
 
Parents and guardians interested in having their children receive school counseling, complete this form.
Students interested in meeting with the school counselor, complete this form.
Staff members who believe a student would benefit from school counseling, complete this form.
 
Outside Non-Profit Organizations & resources

Everest Value also partners with outside non-profit organizations, and can help families gain access to these organizations with referrals and ongoing support. To learn more about the organizations with whom we partner, please visit their websites.

Prioritizing Mental Health and Wellbeing

Are you or someone you know experiencing emotional challenges? Here are some signs to watch out for:

  • Are you feeling sad, lonely, anxious, or depressed?
  • Do you regularly have negative thoughts?
  • Are you unable to control your emotions?
  • Do you rely on smoking or drugs to feel better?
  • Do you harm yourself?
  • Do you just want to be alone?

Mental Health Resources and Help Lines

If you or someone you know needs support outside of school, consider reaching out to the following organizations. In case of immediate danger, call 911.

 
  • Crisis Text Line: Text “TALK” to 741741
  • Suicide and Crisis Lifeline: Call/text 988 or chat at 988lifeline.org/chat
  • National Suicide Prevention Hotline (Hablan Español) 24-hour: 1-800-273-TALK (1-800-273-8255)
  • California Youth Crisis Hotline (Hablan Español) 24-hour: 1-800-843-5200
  • Trevor Project Hotline for LGBTQ youth 24-hour: 1-866-4-U-TREVOR (1-866-488-7386)
  • California "Warmline" for non-emergency emotional support 24-hour: 1-855-854-7415
  • LA County Dept. of Mental Health: 1-800-854-7771 or Text "LA" to 741741
 

Additional Services and Mindfulness and Self-Care

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LA County residents have free access to Headspace Plus, offering mindfulness and meditation resources in English and Spanish. Explore the Basics course and subscription options for deeper mindfulness practices.

Self-Care Tips

Taking care of your mental and emotional well-being is crucial. Here are some self-care tips:

  1. Best Selfcare Illustrations, Royalty-Free Vector Graphics & Clip Art - iStockMaintain a consistent sleep schedule. 
  2. Eat a balanced diet with plenty of fruits and vegetables while staying hydrated.
  3. Engage in activities you enjoy, whether it's listening to music, dancing, drawing, or talking to a friend.
  4. Visit the calming room or GritX, a mental health and wellness resource. 
  5. Expand your knowledge and make healthier choice by visiting Teen's Health.
  6. Take care of your body, by taking deep breaths, stretching or meditating. 
 
Meditation and Relaxation Apps
Explore these apps for meditation and relaxation: 

Stop Bullying and Treat Everyone With Respect – Value # 3

What is bullying? Learn more by watching this video and visiting stopbullying.gov.
 
Educators may find more resources on bullying prevention training here.

No- or Low-Cost Health Care

Did you know ALL students attending Value Schools, regardless of legal status or position, are eligible for no- or low-cost health care through Medi-Cal and Covered California? And since 2015, all children with Medi-Cal and Covered California health coverage have dental coverage, too!
 
Value Schools does not discriminate against a pupil who does not have health care coverage or use any information relating to a pupil’s health care coverage or interest in learning about health care coverage in any manner that would bring harm to the pupil or the pupil’s family.
 
Find out more about no- or low-cost health coverage for Value Schools’ families at the following links: