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Health Services

The overall health and wellness of our school, students and employees, is an area we are committed to supporting and improving on a daily basis. The health and wellness department is comprised of six full-time employees, but we believe all members of the Academy community share a responsibility to help maintain a healthy and well school.

 

Our department focuses on helping others to help themselves. By providing 24 hour, seven days a week coverage, we are committed to supporting our community whenever there is a need. We take a holistic approach believing that the mental, physical, and spiritual wellbeing of our students is important and allows them to be at their best in the learning environment. We are the first line of care for our boarding students on a daily basis and provide care for over 10,000 visits from students and staff each year. We provide emergent medical care, ongoing care of illness and injuries, long and short-term counseling, maintain state regulated health information, crisis intervention, family wellness and mediation, wellness coaching and education, and communication assistance between other medical professionals as well as community resources. We believe strongly that developing and maintaining positive relationships is invaluable in order to help our community to be at its best.

 

To speak with a member of our Health Services team, please call (802) 748-7717.

 

View our Wellness Policy.

 

St. Johnsbury Academy believes that health and well-being play a critical role in a child鈥檚 ability to learn, focus, and succeed academically. When families and children have access to proper nutrition, sleep, mental health support, and safe environments, students are better prepared to engage in school and reach their full potential. Supporting the overall well-being of families helps create a strong foundation for academic success and lifelong learning.聽

 

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Substance Use Prevention and Cessation:

Vaping exposes users to nicotine, which is highly addictive and can harm adolescent brain development, affecting attention, learning, and mood. Aerosol from e-cigarettes can also contain harmful chemicals and heavy metals that may damage the lungs and cardiovascular system. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the U.S. Surgeon General, no tobacco products, including e-cigarettes, are safe for youth, young adults, or pregnant individuals.

 

 

If you are interested in learning more about quitting smoking or vaping, please check out the following resources:

 

802 quits:

My life my quit:

 

If you’re interested in learning about how to talk to your child about nicotine use or other topics, consult the ParentUp site:

 

聽is a free resource for Vermonters to help in finding support for alcohol or other drug addiction treatment.聽 They can provide聽confidential support and referrals based on your specific needs. No matter where in Vermont you are, their staff will listen to you, answer your questions, and help you or your loved one take a step toward recovery.

 

Call鈥痮r text “LINK” to聽802-565-LINK (5465)聽or toll-free鈥�833-565-LINK (5465).

  • Available 24 hours a day, every day

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Jessica Lahey is a public speaker and author who discusses the science of learning, motivation, engagement, and substance abuse prevention, all in service of the belief that adults have the power to help kids become more autonomous, competent, connected, and fulfilled. She offers several resources and videos on her website:

 

Community Support and Resources:

Have questions or concerns about housing assistance, financial stability, or food insecurity? The Vermont Community Action Partnership聽offers resources and support to help individuals and families connect with programs that meet their needs. Visit their website to learn more about available services and how they can help you or someone you know.

 

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Mental Wellness Support:

Seeking mental health support can help people manage stress, anxiety, and life challenges while improving overall well-being. Organizations like the National Alliance on Mental Illness emphasize that early support and open conversations about mental health can lead to better coping skills and stronger emotional resilience. Mental health support is available in Caledonia County through local organizations like Northeast Kingdom Human Services, which provides counseling, crisis intervention, and community mental health services for children, adults, and families.

 

If someone is experiencing a mental health crisis, the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline聽and Vermont鈥檚 Mobile Crisis teams offer free, confidential support 24 hours a day. Seeking help and connecting with local resources can strengthen mental wellness and ensure individuals receive the care and support they need.

SNAP Health Portal

St. Johnsbury Academy has elected to use SNAP Health Portal to better connect you with your child鈥檚 school health and wellness information. This web-based system provides an easy, secure, and green way for you to update and review important school health information and medical documents throughout the year. With 24-hour access over the web, you will be able to:

 

  • Electronically sign and submit all health forms safely over the internet
  • Review and update new health information such as vaccinations, health conditions, medication administration, and screening results throughout the school year
  • Easily message the school health clinic to expedite communication

 

Instructions for accessing the SNAP Health Portal have been sent to your email address. You can log on at聽