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Health & Wellness

PVSD supports students physically, mentally, and emotionally. Optimal health is essential for maximum utilization of educational opportunities and should occupy a prominent place within the broad objectives of education. We offer many services and resources to support our students and their families. 

School Counselors

School Nurses

Community Resources

Safe and Supportive Schools
All educators and staff in our district are mandated reporters—meaning they are legally required to report any suspicion of child abuse or neglect to Children and Youth of Montgomery County (Childline). This responsibility reflects our deep commitment to safeguarding children, and it is one we take very seriously. Learn more at Mandated Reporters FAQ.
 
If You Suspect a Child is in Crisis
If you believe a child is being harmed or is in danger, take action immediately!  Reach out to a school counselor, principal, or trusted district staff member. In addition to school contacts, we offer the following state and local resources:
  • ChildLine (PA statewide reporting line): 800-932-0313 (available 24/7)
  • Montgomery County Child Welfare Services: 800-932-0313
  • National Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: Dial 988
  • Safe2Say Anonymous Reporting System: 844-SAF2SAY

Nurturing Health and Wellness

We are committed to promoting health and wellness within our schools and community. Along with the county contacts noted above, the following resources are available to support students, families, and community members.

AgencyServicesContactWebsite
Crisis Text LineThe Crisis Text Line is here for any crisis. A live, trained Crisis Counselor receives the text and responds, all from a secure online platform.Text: HOME to 741741Link
Department of Health and Human ServicesProvides a variety of services to support basic needs, child protective services, drugs and alcohol, foster/resource parenting, health and wellness, intellectual disabilities/autism, LGBTQ, and mental health.Phone: 610-278-3522Link
Eating Disorders HelplineEating Disorders Helpline is available for treatment referrals, support and encouragement, and general questions about eating disorders.Phone: 888-375-7767Link
Laurel HouseProvides individual counseling, group counseling, support groups, advocacy, children's programs, shelter, and more for those who are or have experienced domestic violence.Phone: 800-642-3150Link
Montgomery County Mobile CrisisSupport is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. This service is available to anyone in Montgomery County, including children, teens, adults, and families. There is no fee and everyone, regardless of insurance, is eligible for assistance.Phone: 855-634-HOPE (4673)Link
National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) HelpLineThe NAMI Helpline is available Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. — 10 p.m., ET, or send an email to info@nami.org. The NAMI HelpLine is a free, nationwide peer-support service providing information, resource referrals and support to people living with a mental health condition, their family members and caregivers, mental health providers and the public.Phone: 800-950-NAMI (6264)Link
National Sexual Assault HotlineThis is a 24-Hour Hotline to help those affected by sexual violence. Phone: 800-656-4673Link
Suicide and Crisis LifelineThe 988 Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals in the United States.Phone: 988/ Text: 988Link
The Center for Loss and BereavementProvides individual counseling, group counseling, support groups, children's programs for those who have profound loss and grief. Some services are free of charge and other services cost a fee.Phone: 610-222-4110Link
The Trevor ProjectThe Trevor Project has trained counselors that understand the challenges LGBTQ young people face and are available for support 24/7.Phone: 866-488-7386/ Text: 
‘START’ to 678-678Link
Victim Services CenterProvides No-cost services for people and their loved ones impacted by crime. Services provided are individual counseling, group counseling, support groups, advocacy and more. Phone: 888-521-0983Link

Supporting Health & Wellness

Utilizing a Multi-Tiered System of Support (MTSS) model, we promote academic, social-emotional, and behavioral growth. The framework for health and wellness is embedded within this three-tiered structure, which emphasizes proactive, data-driven, and equitable access to physical, mental, and social-emotional supports.

We are dedicated to supporting the development of the whole child. We are committed to fostering health and wellness across all aspects of student growth. Through four key areas of focus, we provide a network of supports and services as described above in our MTSS three-tiered framework, to prompt student success.  Our approach focuses on four key areas along with supports and services embedded within our district that promote success in each area. Below are examples of various supports and services.