(209) 532-3159

Social and Emotional Support for Students

Supporting and Empowering our Students

Social and emotional growth is just as important as academics because it relates to how comfortable students feel about themselves, their relationships, and their surroundings. Our Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) programs are designed to guide our students in that direction, but we realize that sometimes additional support is really important. For those circumstances, our School Counselor is the best place to start.

SCHOOL COUNSELOR and HOMELESS/FOSTER CARE LIAISON

Emily Vieira
evieira@sesk12.orgb
(209) 532-3159 x 4111

Our School Counselor is trained to listen and provide support for any needs that fall in the social or emotional category. Sometimes a few conversations can go a long way, but she can also refer students to other professionals and resources when additional help is required.

Anything that a parent or student discusses with our School Counselor will remain confidential, unless there is a danger of physical harm to anyone involved.

EMERGENCY CRISIS SUPPORT

  • MEDICAL EMERGENCY: Dial 911
  • CRISIS TEXT LINE: Text “TALK” to 741741
  • SUICIDE & CRISIS LIFELINE:  Dial 988

 

  • CA Youth Crisis Line: 800-843-5200
  • Tuolumne County Behavioral Health’s Crisis and Access Services/24-hour Crisis Line: 209-533-7000
    The Crisis Assessment and Intervention (CAIP) Program includes 24/7 assessment for crisis services or hospitalization.
  • Center for a Non Violent Community 24-hour Crisis Line: 209-533-3401
    CNVC offers support for safety planning from domestic violence. The line is staffed by certified peer counselors and CNVC staff who provide peer counseling, resources, referrals, and information.
COMMUNITY RESOURCES

Tuolumne County Superintendent of Schools

  • The Social Emotional Learning page has lots of tools and resources to help students move through challenging situations.
  • The Mental Health Services page introduces the AWARE program which we provide here on campus.
    If you scroll down, there is a Youth Guide – a comprehensive guide to youth services in Tuolumne County.

Tuolumne County Resource Guide

YES Partnership Coalition

  • Phone: 209-533-1397
  • Youth Mental Health First Aid: 209-536-5022
  • The YES Partnership is a community-wide coalition dedicated to supporting Tuolumne County youth and families by preventing suicide, substance, and child abuse. The coalition works collaboratively with local organizations, parents, and teens to create drug-free and suicide-safe community by increasing protective factors among youth through youth leadership engagement, supportive adult-youth interaction, and developing youth assets. Youth mental health first aid offered in partnership with Adventist Health Sonora View website for more information on how to join or get involved.

Tuolumne County Friday Night Live (FNL) Partnership

  • These youth-lead, youth-focused programs provide a unique opportunity for exploration by seamlessly integrating diverse, equitable educational and skill-building activities into students’ school schedules or after school activities. Students have the chance to connect with inspiring mentors, discover new interests, and forge lasting friendships.
  • Sonora Elementary has its own chapter, and groups are also held at the Sonora Library right next door.
  • 427 N. Hwy 49, Sonora, CA  95370
  • Contact:
    Tiffany Rizzo-Weaver
    (510) 432-2224
    trizzo-weaver@ATCAA.org

    Tuolumne County Parks and Recreation

    • 480 Greenley Road, Sonora, CA 95370
    • Phone: 209-533-5663
    • Tuolumne County Parks and Recreation offers programs and special events for all ages. Youth Centers open year-round in Groveland, Jamestown, and Tuolumne. Seasonal aquatics program, swimming lessons, and recreational swimming offered. Programs for children and teens include spring break day camp, firefighter training, swim lessons, summer recreation, sports camps and clinics, youth track meet, adult sports, and more. Hours and programs vary please contact us for details.