Throughout the year, classes, groups, and workshops may be offered.  Some of the possible topics include:

• limit-setting

• behavior plans

• anger and aggression

• positive reinforcement

• mental health issues

• substance use

• Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD)

• anxiety

There are also resources available in the guidance office for borrowing. As always, Summit Street School maintains a level of confidentiality that protects all children and families.  We strive to meet and excel the professional and ethical guidelines of School Counseling.  -Ashley Cate, School Counselor (802) 857-7939

Suicide help
We can all help prevent suicide. The 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.

LGBTQ+
The Mission of Outright Vermont is to build safe, healthy, and supportive environments for gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, queer, and questioning youth ages 13-22.

Talking to Students About School Shootings
A guide from the National Child Traumatic Stress Network 

VT Department for Children and Families

First Call 488-7777
Chittenden County child, youth and family crisis line.

Howard Center
Programs and support fr children, adults, and families

General Information around Preventing Sexual Abuse
Prevent Child Abuse Vermont is a statewide organization committed to continuing to be a strong voice for families in the hills, towns and cities of Vermont by fulfilling a mission of  promoting and supporting healthy relationships between children and the people who care for them in order to eliminate child abuse and neglect. This link provides guides for families with topics ranging from healthy conversations about sexuality, to grooming signs and early clues of sexual abuse. 

Background Information on Act 1
Act 1 is a law in Vermont that requires all institutions that care for children ensure employees are oriented and familiarized with the issues and reporting mandates of child abuse and child sexual abuse using materials recommended by the Agency of Human Services and the Department of Education. 

Cedar Brook in Williston

Associates at the Gables in Williston

Otter Creek Associates in Essex Jct, Williston and Burlington

Counseling Connections in Colchester
Independent practitioners based of I-89, near Costco, who work with children, adolescents, teens, adults, couples, families, and groups.