Student Assistance Program

Students, welcome back!

Hopefully this school year will be your best ever! It can be even though tough times may lie ahead. Always know that help is available to you.

New opportunities for students exist this year. Below you’ll see a variety of different groups that are scheduled to meet from time to time. These groups will meet during the school day for 4-5 weeks, and participation is kept confidential.

Look over the topic(s) that might be of interest to you or a friend. Then please mark that topic with a “P”. Turn in to Guidance, or e-mail your counselor. You will be contacted confidentially prior to the first meeting.

Mr. Charron ccharron@fvlhs.org

Miss Schabo pschabo@fvlhs.org

Mr. Guenterberg tguenterberg@fvlhs.org

_____ Eating Disorders Group (as needed) – Preoccupation with weight, constant dieting, obsession over what and when to eat, excessive exercise, dissatisfaction with body shape or size. This group is for any student struggling with body image or food, or for anyone who is concerned about a friend’s struggles.

_____ Loss or Grief Group (as needed) – When you lose someone close, life seems as if it will never be the same. This group is for those who can give and receive support for such pain.

_____ Stress/Depression Group (January) – Ever feel overwhelmed? Can’t keep up? When will this end? Participants in this group will give and receive encouragement for living in a difficult world.

_____ Friendships Group (February) – A group that explores the challenges of being a teen – gossip, conflict, bullying, changing friendships, personal identity, etc.

_____ Divorce/Family Group (March/April) – A group to help students adjust to divorced or separated parents, blended families, adoption or foster homes.

If you are hesitant to participate, we understand how you feel. Other students have felt that way when past groups were offered. Yet, they found their participation to be very helpful.

To those who choose not to participate, that’s fine, too. Please show Christian love by supporting those who do.

Be completely humble and gentle; be patient, bearing with one another in love. (Ephesians 4:2)

_____ Yes, contact me when the group starts.

_____ I’d like to talk with someone before I commit.

Name:____________________________________ Grade: ________