Student Services

Mission Statement

The mission of the Cameron Middle School counseling program is to provide a comprehensive school counseling program that will assist all students in acquiring the skills, knowledge and attitudes needed to become effective students, responsible citizens, productive workers and lifelong learners.  Counseling services are available to all students through individual and small group sessions.

 

Services Offered 

*Indvidual Advisement

*Small-group guidance with peers to build social and academic skills

*Academic Advisement

*Consultation with parents/guardians on issues and concerns involving their student

Resources

RESOURCES:

Barron County Resources

LOCAL MENTAL HEALTH RESOURCES 

Mental Health is an important part of life! Providers help with a range of Mental Health issues from mental illness to everyday life experiences. Every day issues may include hopelessness, grief, loss, panic, feeling blue and/or anxious, death, relationship issues and concerns, couples counseling, divorce, job issues, being a caregiver, and phase of life concerns.

 

Barron County Mental Health Crisis Line

1-888-552-6642

You can use this number anytime someone is in need 24/7 - students who need someone to talk to are encouraged to call anytime, day or night.

 

Suicide Prevention Lifeline
The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline is a 24-hour, toll-free suicide prevention service available to anyone in suicidal crisis. If you need help, please dial 1-800-273-TALK (8255).


HOPELINE
Text “HOPELINE” to 741741 or go to www.centerforsuicideawareness.org for 24/7 free trained crisis counselors.


The Trevor Lifeline
1-866-488-7386
A national organization focused on crisis and suicide prevention efforts among LGBT youth.

 

The National Abuse Hotline

Call 866-331-9474 or 866-331-8453 (TDD).

 

TeenCare Positive Alternatives

Confidential 24/7 Hotline: 1-800-491-TEEN (8336)

TeenCare is a prevention service including a 24-hour hotline and short term shelter/crisis intervention designed to serve youth. Our mission is to provide runaways, throwaways, and youth in crisis with safe shelter, assist in resolving family conflicts, and to reunite families whenever possible.  TeenCare is governed by the Wisconsin Association of Homeless and Runaway Services (WAHRS) and is staffed with the help of Americorps.  TeenCare is also partnered with Dunn County Partnership for Youth.  

 

 

Talking to Children About Violence: Tips for Parents and Teachers

Talking to Children About Traumatic Events

Children's Health: After a tragedy, you might feel helpless- but your child needs your support.  Here's help knowing what to say.

Helping Children Cope With Frightening News

When Terrible Things Happen: For Students

When Terrible Things Happen: For Adults

Connecting With: Others - Seeking Social Support

Helping Kids Deal with Grief

Death and Grieving: Supporting Children and Youth

 

Anxiety: Tips for Managing Social Anxiety

 

Know the Risks: E-cigarettes and Young People  https://e-cigarettes.surgeongeneral.gov/documents/SGR_ECig_ParentTipSheet_508.pdf

E-cigarettes, “Vapes”, and JUULs What Parents Should Know  https://www.lung.org/assets/documents/stop-smoking/e-cigarettes-parents.pdf

 

Gaming Safety: Tips for Parents

WI Department of Education: Internet Safety Information 

Cyberbullying: Information resource from the Dept. of Justice

 

 

 

  

 

 

PBIS: Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports

Be Responsible, Be Respectful, Be Safe

 

PBIS is a system for creating a positive school culture that allows students to grow and learn academically and socially.  This school-wide program is designed to recognize students for appropriate behaviors.  Every student pledges to do his/her best to be Responsible, Respectful, and to be Safe.

Students who do not meet the positive behavior expectations will be provided with a variety of supports to help them improve their behavior.  

Students who do meet the positive behavior expectations have the opportunity to be recognized the school.

PBIS will help enrich instructional time and promote a school environment that is calm and conducive to learning.

Comet Cash

5th - 8th Grade Comet Cash

At Cameron Middle School, students in grades 5th - 8th grade can receive Comet Cash for meeting the Positive Behaviors Expectations at our school by being Responsible, being Respectful and being Safe.  Students can spend their Comet Cash in our school "C-Store" to purchase a variety of things from school supplies to Comet Gear!

 

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Academic & Career Planning

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Academic & Career Planning

Academic and Career Planning, or ACP, is a student-driven, adult-supported process in which students create and cultivate their own unique and information-based visions for post secondary success, obtained through self-exploration, career exploration, and the development of career management and planning skills.

For more information on ACP's visit www.dpi.wi.gov/acp

 

 

What is ACP?

Why Does ACP Matter? (video)

ACP Planning Overview

ACP Statute

 

 

 

 

Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Questioning: Resources

WI LGBTQ Resources

 

   Diverse and Resilient:  Our Mission:To achieve health equity and improve the safety and well-being of LGBTQ people and communities in Wisconsin.

 

 GSAFE: A statewide (WI) organization committed to “creating just schools for LGBTQ+ youth

 

Gender Spectrum: Mission “to create a gender-inclusive world for all children and youth.”

 

GLBT National Youth Talk Line – 1-800-246-PRIDE, www.YouthTalkline.org

 

Trevor Project: Crisis intervention and suicide prevention for LGBTQ+ youth. Call or text: 1-866-488-7386.

 

American Psychology Association: Transgender People, Gender Identity and Gender Expression

Middle School Office -- Phone: (715) 458 4560 option 3 • Fax: (715) 458 3436