Counselor Corner

Colorado launched a program in late October to offer three free mental health sessions to children.

New this year is the OmniSalud option. This is a new program that provides the opportunity for Colorado's immigrant community to purchase affordable health insurance, regardless of their immigration status.

There will be stations set up for the teens to get a mini facial spa treatment, mini neck and shoulder massage, mini yoga lesson, and mini knitting lesson.

September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month —a time to raise awareness of this stigmatized, and often taboo, topic. We use this month to shift public perception, spread hope and share vital information to people affected by suicide. Our goal is ensuring that individuals, friends and families have access to the resources they need to discuss suicide prevention and to seek help.
Tri-County Health Network offers a wide range of events and classes to support the health of our community. Please link to their page below.

Action on Smoking and Health (ASH) and Ouray County Public Health are hosting a two-day education summit, Western Slope Community Education on Nicotine & Vaping, on September 16th & 17th at the Ridgway 4H Center & Fairgrounds. All are welcome! Please register online in order to attend and order lunch for Friday, 9/16.

Ouray Families, please join us May 10th at 6pm for an expert presentation and Q&A about how to help students be smart, safe, and respectful digital citizens.

Learn about the Chang Chavkin Scholarship Program with this important flyer.

Voyager Youth Program would like to understand how we can best serve families who live in the City of Ouray. We invite you to learn more about the Voyager program and participate in Student and Community/Parent surveys.

All Ouray School District students and staff have access to free teletherapy.