Wiss Well-being - Wissahickon School District

Please refer to the links below for health and well-being related information and resources to support our students and families. Click on the title to access the online resource.

Empathy and Relationship Building

Self-Care & Fitness for EveryBODY

Social Media & Digital Safety

7 best parental control and monitoring screen time apps
Cell phone usage contract
5 Questions to Ask Your Teen About their Social Media Use, and How to Listen
Cyberbullying (For Adults) - Nemours
Teaching Kids to be Smart about Social Media - Nemours
Common Sense Media: Digital Media Safety
Net Smartz Kids: Cyber Tip Line
Wired Safety
Internet Safety for Kids
The Definitive Guide to Parental Control -Antivirus Guide
The Ultimate Social Media Safety Guide for Kids- -Antivirus Guide
Internet Safety for Teachers: The Ultimate Guide- -Antivirus Guide

Substance Abuse

Alcohol Help: Underage Drinking
Addiction Group
Be a Part of the Conversation
Defining Wellness Centers: Find Treatment Help for Your Son or Daughter
Free by the Sea Addiction Resources
Kelty Mental Health Resource Centre: Resources are available on this website for youth and teens about substance use, including in-depth information on various substances and concurrent disorders, as well as steps to seek help. http://keltymentalhealth.ca/substance-use
Partnership for Drug-Free Kids: This website works to reduce substance abuse among adolescents by supporting families and engaging with teens. http://www.drugfree.org/
MontCo Student Assistance Program
NIDA for Teens: resources including easy-to-read guides about various drugs, videos, blog posts, and drug facts. http://teens.drugabuse.gov/
Office of Drug & Alcohol | Montgomery County
Truth Campaign: This campaign provides information and uses videos and social media to engage youth in taking action against tobacco and tobacco companies. http://www.thetruth.com/
Rehab After Work/Rehab After School: drug and alcohol counseling and programs

Support Groups

Alcohol Anonymous: The AA website can help young people find AA meetings near them and has brochures directed at young people.
Narcotics Anonymous: The NA website can help young people find NA meetings near them and has resources including brochures for young addicts.
Mesothelioma Hope: Talking to Children about Cancer
Smart Recovery for Teens: a leading self-empowering addiction recovery support group. The website provides resources for teens and youth support programs, meeting locations, and an online community.

WSD Mental Health Parent Workshop Series

WSD was pleased to provide a virtual parent workshop series in partnership with two local mental health agencies, Aldersgate Youth Service Bureau (AYSB) and Regna Services, in March 2022. Recorded workshops are linked below.

Warning Signs of Mental Health & Depression in Children:

Building Self-Esteem in Children:
Resources: Self Esteem Activity
Strengths and Wannabes

Adolescent Mental Health & Substance Abuse: Helping Your Teen During COVID & Beyond

News, Tips & Resources

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Wiss Well-being: Be Grateful Each Day for Yourself and Others

Keep a Healthy Sleep Schedule this Summer

Boost Your Brain With More Sleep

Wiss Well-being: Talk About the Importance of Mental Health and How to Seek Help

Wiss Well-being: Support Good Mental Health for Your Family by Getting Enough Sleep