Virtual Counseling Support

Students and Parents:

We know how important it is to maintain a strong balance of positive academic performance and mental well being during our full virtual schooling model. Therefore with the current response to the COVID-19 pandemic of social distancing, stay in place orders and off-campus schooling we recognize it may difficult to manage all of the changes and stress.  SSAE wants to emphasize that we are here if students are in need of counseling support for social or emotional concerns.

There are several options to seek support:

• You can let your teacher know you are having issues dealing with stress
  • They will help you connect with someone
• You can email, text or call your grade level Counselor to let them know you need support.
  • Chelsea Martin: Grades 3rd - 8th cmmartin@d49.org, Cell Number: 719-432-8179
  • Katy Swann: Grade 10th - 12th kswann@d49.org, Cell Number: 719-213-0336
• You can reach out to our newest Counselor who will also be a great resource during this time.
  • Jenny Allen: All Grades jaallen@d49.org Cell Number: 719-761-8490
• Tell a trusted adult and they can help you make contact if you need assistance
• If it is an emergency or you feel someone else's life might be in danger please make a report through Safe2Tell or call 911.

Counseling Connections

We can offer students Counseling support in a variety of ways:

• Email
• Google Chat
• Texting (Counselors have district cell phones)
• Phone calls
• Zoom sessions.
  • Zoom sessions with students for emotional counseling or check-ins will have 2 Counseling staff members present.

Parent Notification:

If your student reaches out to a Counselor for support, Counselors will notify the parent via email to ensure you are aware they would like support. Parents will need to reply to the email to give permission for their student to receive Virtual Counseling support.