Inspiring Excellence
Student Assistance Program (SAP)
The Student Assistance Program (SAP) began in October 2005 to help students struggling with substance abuse. Its purpose has grown to include multiple issues that threaten a student's academic and human growth.
Anyone can ask for help. Asking for help is sometimes called making a referral. You can make an anonymous referral for a friend or family member who goes to school at Cavelero Mid High School or Lake Stevens High School. You can also refer yourself.
SAP Referral Forms
The SAP team will look into the referral. They will not disclose the source of the information if the referral was submitted anonymously. The goal is to provide assistance. This program is designed not as a punitive measure but as a genuine support system for students facing challenges that could adversely affect their personal growth.
SAP Teams
Each team is made up of people equipped and eager to help you meet your needs. Teams include school counselors, specialists, the school nurse, school psychologists, and administrators.
The Student Assistance Program (SAP) was initiated in October 2005 to support students dealing with substance abuse. Over time, its mission has expanded to address various issues that may hinder a student's academic and personal development.
Anyone is welcome to seek assistance. This process of requesting help is often referred to as making a referral. You can submit an anonymous referral for a friend or family member attending Cavelero Mid High School or Lake Stevens High School, or you can choose to refer yourself.
Mental Health Support Specialists
Each secondary school has a dedicated Student Mental Health Support Specialist. They are here to assist you by providing group and individual support services. They are here to listen, help you navigate support systems, and help you move toward the change you are seeking.
Student Mental Health Support Professionals can help students and/or caregivers understand helpful community resources and learn new ways to cope with student mental health struggles. When it is appropriate, they can work with a student and their family so that they can better communicate and can hear each other’s wants and needs.
More information about support services at Lake Stevens Middle School and North Lake Middle School:
Ashli Cunningham
Student Mental Health Support Specialist
North Lake Middle School (NLMS)
School:
(425) 335-1530 ext. 1679
Ronda Hakso
Student Mental Health Support, Drug / Alcohol Prevention / Intervention Specialist
Cavelero Mid High School (CMHS)
Jennifer Hudson
Mental Health Specialist
Lake Stevens High School (LSHS)
School:
(425) 335-1515 ext. 3735
Emily Moen
Student Mental Health Support, Drug / Alcohol Prevention / Intervention Specialist
Cavelero Mid High School (CMHS)
Intervention Specialist Services
Steve Pitkin is part of the SAP team. He serves both Cavelero and Lake Stevens High School. Mr. Pitkin provides confidential services for students and families, including individual and group sessions, screening and community referrals. Specializing in substance-abuse related topics, he also works with other connected issues.
Students who have received a discipline sanction in the areas of nicotine, alcohol, or other drugs will have an opportunity to receive support services from Mr. Pitkin. He also provides a Family Info Night once per month, which is open to any parent. Mr. Pitkin has been the LSHS Healthy Youth Survey coordinator since 2006.
