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Pupil Services

Pupil Services

Health Services

We support our students by promoting healthy physical, social, and emotional development. Below you will find a variety of health services information and forms, as well as other important resources. 

Helpful Health Forms and Resources (English & Spanish)

Immunization Record Form

Immunization Requirements by Grade Level

WI State Law – Immunization Requirements 

Immunizations Location

Medical Authorization Form Instructions

Authorization to Administer Medication

Parent Guidelines for Administering Medications

Wisconsin Childhood Communicable Diseases Chart

When Sick is Too Sick

Meningitis Family Letter and Fact Sheet

Head Lice Management in Schools

 

 

 

Meet our School Nurses

Tina King

Haugen Elementary, Tainter Elementary, High School kingt@ricelake.k12.wi.us 715-234-9007 Ext. 5720

Katelyn Henk

Hilltop Elementary, Middle School henkk@ricelake.12.wi.us 715-234-9007 Ext. 5198

School Counselors

The role of a school counselor is vital to the success of students of all ages, from elementary school to college. These specialized educational staff members have a positive impact on the students they work with by helping them to gain a stronger understanding of themselves and their potential. A school counselor acts as a dependable, informative mentor and guide, typically for a vibrant community of students with diverse personalities, interests, aptitudes and future plans. These compassionate professionals work with youth to help set reasonable and realistic academic, social, and career goals; create the strategies needed to fulfill those goals; and develop the necessary skills for success.

Meet our School Counselors

Shari Booth, School Counselor

Tainter Elementary booths@ricelake.k12.wi.us 715-234-9007 Ext. 5123

Kristy Thurs, School Counselor

Haugen & Hilltop Elementary thursk@ricelake.k12.wi.us 715-234-9007 Ext. 5349

Mary Krovoza, School Counselor

Middle School krovozam@ricelake.k12.wi.us 715-234-9007 Ext. 5230

Nicole Weinstock, School Counselor

Middle School weinstock@ricelake.k12.wi.us 715-234-9007 Ext. 5677

Brooke Nehring, School Counselor

Brooke Nehring, School Counselor nehringb@ricelake.k12.wi.us 715-234-9007 Ext. 5918

Jerrett Kowalski, School Counselor

Jerrett Kowalski, School Counselor kowalskij@ricelake.k12.wi.us 715-234-9007 Ext. 5836

What School Counselors Do

Academic Support

Academic planning and goal setting Course selection and scheduling support Study skills and organization strategies Credit and graduation tracking (secondary level)

Social & Emotional Support

Short-term individual and group support Stress, anxiety, and coping skills Peer relationships and conflict resolution Building resilience and self-advocacy skills

College & Career Readiness

Career exploration and planning Postsecondary education guidance Scholarship and application support College and workforce readiness skills

Collaboration & Advocacy

Family communication and support Teacher collaboration Connecting students with community resources Supporting student success plans

School Psychology Services

School psychologists support students’ academic, social, emotional, and behavioral success by working collaboratively with families, teachers, and school staff. They help identify student needs, support problem-solving and intervention planning, and assist with evaluation and special education processes to help ensure students have access to the support they need to succeed in school.

Meet our School Psychologists

Chris Christofferson, School Psychologist

High School & Middle School christoffersonc@ricelake.k12.wi.us 715-234-9007 Ext. 5405

Amanda Kuhn, School Psychologist

Haugen Elementary/Hilltop Elementary/Middle School kuhna@ricelake.k12.wi.us 715-234-9007 Ext. 5758

Ellie Lehman, School Psychologist

Tainter Elementary lehmane@ricelake.k12.wi.us 715-234-9007 Ext. 5860

What School Psychologists Do

Academic Support

Learning evaluations Problem-solving support Intervention planning

Social & Emotional Support

Anxiety and stress support Social skills Behavioral consultation

Collaboration

Family communication Teacher consultation Community partnerships

Special Education Services

Evaluations IEP support Progress monitoring

Mental Health

The Pupil Services Coordinator assists students and families with accessing mental health supports and services and supports students and families with significant behavioral/social-emotional needs. 

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We partner with community mental health providers to provide school-based mental health services for students. In addition, the district employs our own mental health therapist. Students are seen on campus by a licensed mental health therapist.  

Care Solace

If you or a family member are looking for help with mental health or substance use, Care Solace can help you quickly find treatment options matched to your needs regardless of hte circumstance. Care Solace is a complimentary and confidential service provided to students, staff, and their families by the Rice Lake Area School District. Care Solace's team is available 24/7/365 and can support you in any language.

 

If you would like to use Care Solace to help you find a provider:
Call 888-515-0595 available 24/7/365
Visit the Care Solace Website and either search on your own OR click “Book Appointment” for assistance by video chat, email, or phone.

Disclaimer: 
Information on individual treatment providers is gathered by Care Solace based on criteria such as geographic proximity, whether the provider accepts the authorized user's insurance, and whether the provider is accepting new patients. The school district does not recommend, endorse, promote, or refer to any of the individual treatment providers.

 

 

If you need additional information or help, please contact our school counselors. 

988 suicide and crisis lifeline

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