Counseling Office

The Nuttall Middle School School Counseling Program is a comprehensive student centered program that focuses on student needs. The counseling program offers individual and group counseling, parent consultation, teacher consultation, and community agency recommendations.

What is a School Counseling Program?

A school counseling program is a comprehensive, developmental program designed to support the academic, career, and social-emotional growth of all students. It is not a reactive service only for students in crisis, but a proactive and structured program that helps students succeed in school and beyond.

Key Components
  1. Academic Development
    • Helping students set goals, develop study skills, manage time, and stay motivated
    • Collaborating with teachers to remove barriers to learning
  2. Social-Emotional Development
    • Supporting self-awareness, self-management, and healthy relationships
    • Teaching coping strategies, conflict resolution, and emotional regulation
    • Promoting positive school climate and student well-being
  3. Career Development
    • Exposing students to career awareness and exploration activities
    • Assisting with decision-making, goal setting, and planning for future education and careers
How It Works
  • Classroom Lessons: Whole-class guidance lessons on topics like perseverance, kindness, conflict resolution, career readiness, and study habits
  • Small Group Counseling: Short-term groups for students with similar needs (friendship skills, managing stress, organization)
  • Individual Counseling: One-on-one support for personal, academic, or social-emotional concerns
  • Collaboration & Consultation: Working with teachers, administrators, and parents to ensure student success
  • Schoolwide Programs: Activities that promote inclusivity, safety, and a positive learning environment
Goals of a School Counseling Program
  • Ensure equity and access for all students
  • Remove barriers to learning
  • Equip students with lifelong skills for academic success, personal well-being, and career readiness
  • Create a safe, supportive, and inclusive school culture

SAFE2HELP Illinois

Safe2Help Illinois is a 24/7 program with resources and information on important emotional and mental health topics. Students can use the Safe2Help free app, text/phone, website and other social media platforms to report issues in a confidential environment.

Phone: (844) 4-SAFEIL
Text: SAFE2 (72332
Website: safe2helpil.com
SAFE 2 HELP Illinois

Calling 911


911 Phone

FOR IMMINENT SITUATIONS: CALL 911

An immediate danger to the safety of the student or community. Call 911 immediately.
Examples: Active threats, severe self-harm risk, or violence

 Helpful Tips for Calling 911

Follow these guidelines to ensure a smooth and effective 911 call:

  • Listen to the Dispatcher: They’re trained to guide you.
  • Stay on the Line: Don’t hang up until they say it’s okay.
  • Answer Questions: The questions are for your safety, the public’s, and the responders’.
  • Help Is on the Way: Dispatchers may ask questions while units are already being sent, don’t assume delays.
  • How It Works: Information is entered into a computer and sent to the appropriate responders.

Key Takeaway

Use 911 wisely, reserve it for true emergencies to keep lines open for those in immediate need.

 

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline

988 Suicide Crisis LifelineThe Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals in the United States.

Phone/Text: 988
Website: 988lifeline.org

Suicide Prevention

 

If you or someone you know is in crisis and needs immediate help or if you are thinking about harming yourself or attempting suicide, tell someone who can help right away.