Guidance & College Center Updates

During this time of change and uncertainty, it is important to stay connected and take care of yourselves and each other. Please refer to the resources below, and for additional support, please visit our website's Mental Health Support Resources webpage, at: delmar.cuhsd.org/apps/pages/mentalhealthresources. 

• CASSY services will continue virtually with current clients and will be able to accept new clients - contact your Counselor for more information.

• Suggestions for staying connected and “schooling” from home:

  • Del Mar's ASB Students have created a new Instagram account to keep students connected and engaged through virtual spirit activities. Follow @delmardonsasb on instagram and check in daily for challenges and updates. 

  • Visit virtual office hours with Teachers and Counselors to check in and connect with your school will be posted soon for the 2020-21 school year.

  • Take breaks from increased screen time during school closure and shelter-in-place.

  • Maintain routines and structures as much as possible to bring stability in this uncertain time.

• General Resources

  • Tips from the Center for Disease Control on Managing Anxiety & Stress during infectious disease outbreaks: www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/prepare/managing-stress-anxiety.html. 

  • SAMHSA (Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration) counseling services available to you through their Disaster Distress Helpline (at www.samhsa.gov/find-help/disaster-distress-helpline,) and the Response Mobile App (at store.samhsa.gov/product/samhsa-disaster).

  • Guide for Parents and Caregivers to help families cope from the National Child Traumatic Stress Network: www.nctsn.org/resources/parent-caregiver-guide-to-helping-families-cope-with-the-coronavirus-disease-2019.

  • Resources are also available for Parents to help guide the parent/child conversation and adjust to the new environment at home.

    • Conversation resource: www.nasponline.org/resources-and-publications/resources-and-podcasts/school-climate-safety-and-crisis/health-crisis-resources/talking-to-children-about-covid-19-(coronavirus)-a-parent-resource.

    • Adjust resource: https://nyti.ms/2Uyaf11.

Following this section is a document we have compiled of other student organization websites* that:

• provide updates on academic programs, standardized testing, and financial aid policies and procedures due to the impact of school closures and Shelter-in-Place Orders.
• provide updates on the college admission process and impact on college readiness for the Class of 2020 and 2021.
• updates include information from the University of California schools, California State Universities, Community Colleges, and FAFSA (Financial Aid).
• please note these websites* are being updated frequently and should be checked regularly to be aware of the most recent changes in policies and procedures.