School Counseling

Our Mission

To provide proactive comprehensive support to address students’ social, emotional, and educational needs. This happens with the help of parents/guardians, teachers and the community to help all students succeed in school and as life-long learners in our ever changing world.

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See Something, Say Something

Safe2Tell is a Colorado program where individuals can make an anonymous report to authorities when there is a concern if someone is threatening them, as well as friends, family, or the community. This includes your school’s safety. This report can be done by either the parent or student. Many times, students are aware of mental health concerns about their peers before adults. Safe2Tells gives students the opportunity to make a call to help protect their classmate anonymously.

Caprock Academy supports this program by informing students and parents of the program and how to use it. At the school, posters are placed around campus, students are made aware of the program by the school counselors and teachers, information is available on Caprock Academy website, and the Safe2Tell phone number is provided on the back of your student’s ID.

As a parent or guardian, it is sometimes difficult to determine the next steps to help a student when you learn of concerns. Options to consider as a parent or student is to contact the school directly or a safe adult, or another option is to contact Safe2Tell. Safe2Tell works directly with law enforcement and is available 24/7.

If your desire is to protect, prevent, or help, please send in your report.  There are three ways to contact Safe2Tell. Safe2Tell has a website at https://safe2tell.org/ as well as contacting them via phone at 1-877-542-SAFE (7233), or by downloading their mobile app.

Safe2Tell Brochure

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Suicide Prevention Program 

September is Suicide Prevention Month, and at Caprock Academy, we take this topic very seriously. Mesa County has one of the highest suicide rates in the state, making prevention education a vital part of our commitment to student well-being.

Caprock Academy will be using the “In the Mix” program from the MetLife Foundation, which offers interactive lessons on:

• Recognizing risk factors and warning signs

• Understanding myths and facts about suicide

• Learning how to help keep themselves and friends safe

Students will also receive a wallet-sized card with hotline numbers and Safe2Tell information for quick access to help. Our message is simple: “If you see something or hear something, say something.”

The program has been adapted for grades 6–8 to ensure all content is age-appropriate.

Learn more at https://www.pbs.org/inthemix/educators/lessons/depression2/

 

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Therapy Finders

• SAMHSA Treatment Finder
• NAMI Support Group Finder
• NEDA Eating Disorder Support Group Finder
• Psychology Today Treatment/Provider Finder
• Good Therapy Provider Finder
• Find a Therapist Provider Finder
• Better Help

 

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How to Talk to Children about Traumatic Event Materials

Traumatic events are an experience in life that effects each person in their own way.  There are many resources online and this is just one that has some good information.  The attached handouts also provide additional information on how to help your child as well as yourself deal with trauma in your life.  Please reach out to the school counselors if you would like additional information.

• Riverside Trauma Center
• Children and Trauma
• Talking with Your Children About Traumatic Events
• Talking to Children about the Shooting

 

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Caprock Academy Counseling Release Forms

• Counseling Consent Form
• Counseling Release of Information Form

 

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Additional Resources, Helplines, and Contact Information

​Reaching out and asking for help can include not only the school counselor but other trusted adults and organizations for mental health or crisis support.  Many location and national resources are available for assistance 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

     

Safe to Tell Colorado - Make a Call. Make a Difference. 

Submit an Anonymous Report by calling 877-542-7233
Learn More at Safe2tell.org

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Colorado Crisis Services - Supporting a Stronger State of Mind. 

844-493-8255 or text TALK to 38255

Learn more at Coloradocrisisservices.org

Addiction Resources

• https://www.addictiongroup.org/resources/faq/beat-addiction-alone/
• https://transitionalhousing.com/colorado/grand-junction

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Colorado Gun Violence Prevention Resource Bank

The  Colorado Gun Violence Prevention Resource Bank is a website dedicated to helping Coloradans understand and prevent firearm-related harms, including injuries, death, and the psychological and emotional impact of experiencing or fearing them.

• Colorado Gun Violence Prevention Resource Bank Website
• Lets Talk Guns Colorado

988 Colorado Mental Health Line 

If you or someone you know needs crisis help, call or text the Colorado Mental Health Line or call 911 if this this a life threatening event or emergency.

• https://www.988colorado.com/en
• Call or Text 988 for live support