Mental Health & Student Wellness

Avoyelles Parish Schools is committed to supporting the social, emotional, and mental well-being of every student. Families, schools, and community partners all play an important role in helping students feel safe, supported, connected, and ready to learn.

Supporting the Whole Child

Mental health and wellness support can help students build healthy relationships, manage challenges, develop coping skills, and succeed both in and out of the classroom.

Student Support

Students may receive support related to emotional wellness, behavior, relationships, coping skills, attendance, and other concerns that can affect learning and school success.

Family Resources

Families can access information and resources designed to help them understand student mental health, identify concerns, and support children's emotional well-being at home.

Prevention & Wellness

Prevention, early identification, positive relationships, healthy coping skills, and access to appropriate support are important parts of student wellness.

When Should Families Reach Out?

Families know their children best. Consider reaching out to your child's school, healthcare provider, counselor, or another appropriate support professional when you notice concerns such as:

  • Major changes in mood or behavior
  • Withdrawal from friends, family, or activities
  • Difficulty coping with stress, grief, or major life changes
  • Frequent anxiety, fear, sadness, or anger
  • Changes in school attendance or academic performance
  • Concerns about bullying, peer relationships, or social isolation
  • Any concern that a student may be unsafe or in crisis

Mental Health & Family Resources

These resources can help families locate services, learn more about student well-being, report concerns, and access support when it is needed.

Find Mental Health Services

Search for mental health and substance use treatment services through the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services treatment locator.

Find Treatment

Bullying Prevention

Find information for families about recognizing, preventing, and responding to bullying, including guidance on how to help children who may be experiencing bullying.

Bullying Resources

Report Child Abuse or Neglect

Learn how to report suspected child abuse or neglect through the Louisiana Department of Children and Family Services.

Reporting Information

988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

Call or text 988 for free, confidential support for a mental health, suicide, or substance use crisis.

Learn About 988

National Depression Hotline

The National Depression Hotline provides support and mental health resources for people experiencing depression, anxiety, emotional distress, or other mental health concerns.

National Depression Hotline

Parent & Family Mental Health Resources

ParentGuidance.org provides no-cost resources designed to help parents and caregivers support children's mental health and emotional well-being.

Explore ParentGuidance.org

Families can access expert-created mental health courses, parenting resources, practical guidance, and information covering a variety of topics related to children's emotional and behavioral well-being.

Explore ParentGuidance.org
FEATURED NEWSLETTER

Suicide Prevention Month

Read the current ParentGuidance.org Mental Health Newsletter for information and resources families can use to support youth mental health and suicide prevention.

Read the Newsletter

Crisis Support Services

If you believe a student or another person is in immediate danger, seek emergency assistance. Crisis support is also available 24 hours a day.

Immediate Emergency

Call 911 when there is an immediate threat to life or safety.

Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

Call or text 988 for free and confidential mental health crisis support, 24 hours a day. Learn more about 988.

Mental Health Services

Contact the district Mental Health Department for questions related to student mental health services, supports, or resources.

Leigh LeJeune

Attendance Improvement Specialist & Mental Health Manager

Phone: 318-253-5982

Shalonda Berry

Behavioral Health Personnel

Phone: 318-253-5982

Need Assistance?

For questions about student mental health services or available supports, contact Avoyelles Parish Schools at 318-253-5982.