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Counseling

Counselor

Nicole Chang

email: nicole.chang@bellinghamschools.org

phone: 360-647-6871

 

Registrar

Denise Brock

email: denise.brock@bellinghamschools.org

phone: 360-647-6871

Prevention/Intervention Specialist

Kelly Giles

email: kelly.giles@bellinghamschools.org

phone: 360-676-6454 ext.4857

 

At Options HS, our hope is that each student feels welcome and cared for. As a school of choice, we know that it has taken courage and initiative for students to seek us out and pursue their education with us. Our students come with diverse experiences, backgrounds, challenges and strengths, and we also know that students and families are often dealing with many stresses in addition to the responsibilities that come with school.

In the feedback we’ve received from OHS students and families over the years, as well as our own experience, we know that the unique difference at Options HS is the small learning community we have here, and the way people are able to be known, get the help they need, and build lasting connections with both students and staff.

Our goal is to provide care, support and resources for our OHS students, families and staff so that they can do their best work, pursue their goals, and develop the necessary skills to be well rounded, healthy individuals. Please let us know how we can help you, and the local resources listed below are just a place to start in finding support. Don’t hesitate to call if we can help with additional resources or to set up a time to meet. You can reach us at 360-647-6871.


Resources:

If you or your child would like to talk to someone about how to manage stress, anxiety & routines during this time please use one of these avenues:

    • Call or Email Nicole Chang and leave a message
    • Call the Family Resource Center at 360-676-6456 and leave a message
    • Call the District Office at 360-676-6400 and leave a message
    • Check HERE for other resources

Safety Reporting and Tip Line:

Students, parents or community members who have information, tips, or concerns regarding a safety issue in our schools are encouraged to text or call 844-310-9560 or visit bellinghamschools.org/safe for confidential, anonymous, two-way communication with our safety staff.

Multi-Language Message Line:

Families whose first language is not English can leave a message on our multi-language message line at 360-647-6816. Families dial 2 for Russian, dial 3 for Vietnamese, dial 4 for Punjabi, or dial 5 for any other language (say the name of language at beginning of the message). Please call 360-676-6456 for Spanish.

Food / Housing Resources

 

Teen Health Hub WA

                               

Help When You Need It Most

Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741 to connect with a Crisis Counselor available 24/7

Whatcom County Behavioral Health Triage Center Crisis Line: 800-584-3578

Trevor Project Crisis Hotline: 866-488-7386

Compass Health Crisis Prevention/Intervention Team: 360-752-4545

National Suicide Prevention Hotline: 800-273-8255 / Español 888-628-9454

Your Life Your Voice Teen and Young Adult Hotline: 800-448-3000

Teen Link – Talk with Fellow Teens 6:00-10:00 PM: 866-833-6546