Northwest Local School District

Mental Health Counseling Services at Northwest Schools

Northwest students in need of mental health support can access therapy services through Phoenix Rising Behavioral Healthcare. Founded in 2005, Phoenix Rising is a private, non-profit agency with over 100 professionals dedicated to supporting individuals through a range of mental health challenges. Their staff utilize evidence-based practices and a trauma-informed approach to help students address emotional, behavioral, and psychological needs.

Phoenix Rising offers a range of services beyond individual counseling, including case management and medication management. These additional services are available to families based on the student's needs and insurance coverage, ensuring a more comprehensive approach to mental health support. Families can receive assistance in navigating resources both within and outside the school setting, providing holistic care to help students thrive.

To begin the process, parents must complete an intake packet, which can be obtained from the Northwest School Counselors or Office Staff. Along with the completed forms, parents must provide a copy of their child’s insurance card and their own photo ID.

After submitting the paperwork, an intake appointment will be scheduled to assess the student’s needs and connect them with the appropriate therapist. Counseling sessions take place at the student’s school, with summer sessions available at Northwest High School or a Phoenix Rising office. Services are billed through health insurance.

For more information, please contact Hannah Kirchenbauer- LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor)

330-546-3429

Hannahk@phoenixrisingbhr.org

Ohio Immunization Requirements for School Attendance 

All students who will be entering 12th grade are required to have Meningitis vaccine given on or after the age of 16 years of age. 

All students who will be entering 7^th grade next school year  are required to have TDaP and Meningitis vaccines

All students who will be entering Kindergarten next school year must show complete immunization for DTaP, Polio, Hepatitis B, MMR and Varicella. Your child will be due for many of these immunizations after the age of 4 years. 

Please make arrangements with your child’s health care provider or the Stark County Health Department 330-493-9928  to receive the required immunizations.

 Written proof of these vaccines must be turned in to the school office BEFORE the start of next school year, or your child will be excluded from attending school and all school-related activities until received. 

All students who will be entering 12th grade are required to have Meningitis vaccine given on or after the age of 16 years of age. 

All students who will be entering 7th grade next school year  are required to have TDaP and Meningitis vaccines

All students who will be entering Kindergarten next school year must show complete immunization for DTaP, Polio, Hepatitis B, MMR and Varicella. Your child will be due for many of these immunizations after the age of 4 years. 

Please make arrangements with your child’s health care provider or the Stark County Health Department 330-493-9928  to receive the required immunizations.

 Written proof of these vaccines must be turned in to the school office BEFORE the start of next school year, or your child will be excluded from attending school and all school-related activities until received. 

• Ohio Immunization List (All required vaccines)
• Recommended Vaccination for Birth to 6 years of age
• Recommended Vaccinations for 7 to 18 years of age
• Immunization Exemption Information (pdf)

Student Accident Insurance Information and Application:

• 2023-2024 Student Accident Plan
• Policy Information
• Coverage Notification Information
• Policy Number Form - Signed Application
• Grievance Form
• Claim Form