- Senior High School
- Counseling Department
Counseling Department
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Welcome to the Willmar Senior High Counseling Office, please contact the Counseling Office at 320-231-8320 if you have any questions or concerns, contact your counselor below.
Scheduled Meetings 2022-2023:
- Senior Parent Meeting - October 11th 5:30pm BPAC
- Junior Parent Meeting - December 19th 5:30pm BPAC
- PSEO/AP/CIS/PLTW Meeting - tentatively February 6th 5:30 BPAC
- 8th Grade High School registration parent meeting - tentatively February 13th and 16th 6pm Middle School Multi Purpose Room
Our counseling office focuses on the academic, career, and personal/social growth of all students. We help students navigate high school, college, career, and beyond. We have listed some resources below to help families in our community. Learn more:
- Career and College Readiness Resources
- Class Registration
- Graduation Requirements
- Ramp-Up to Readiness
- Post Secondary Enrollment Options (PSEO)
- Parent Meeting Recordings
Jen Hess
A-G Counselor
Phone: 320-231-8321
Email: hessj@willmar.k12.mn.us
Megan Erickson
H-N Counselor
Phone: 320-231-8322
Email: ericksonm@willmar.k12.mn.us
Leah Rosendahl
O-Z Counselor
Phone: 320-231-8323
Email: rosendahll@willmar.k12.mn.us
Laura Foresman
Social Worker
Phone: 320-231-8464
Email: foresmanl@willmar.k12.mn.us
Community Resources
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We have compiled a list of resources for any students of families that are in need of assistance. Click on any of the links below to find out what services they offer and their contact information.
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Catholic Charities
Contact
1(866) 670-5163**Call to make an appointment**Services Available
- Individual, Marital and Family Counseling
- Pregnancy and Adoption Counseling
- Financial Counseling*
- Immigration and Legalization Services*
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Central Minnesota Legal Services
Contact
320-235-7662415 7th St SW, Willmar, MN 56201Services Available
Central Minnesota Legal Services provides civil legal services to low-income persons in 21 counties in Central Minnesota. Its mission is "to advocate for access to the civil justice system for low income people by providing high quality legal services and to improve the lives of people living in poverty by empowering self-advocacy skills through legal education." Clients receive legal services at no cost, unless there are court fees that cannot be waived. CMLS helps eligible clients through direct representation, brief advice and through participating in community legal education programs. -
Heartland Community Action Agency
Contact
(320) 235-0850200 4th St SW, Willmar, MN 56201
http://www.heartlandcaa.org/Services Available
- Energy and Rental Assistance
- Head Start
- Child Care Resources
- Crises Funds
- Transitional Assistance
- Car Seats
- Transportation Loan Program
- Assistance with Upkeep of Homes
- Housing Counseling
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Kandiyohi County Health and Human Services
Contact:
(320) 231-7800
2200 23rd Street NE, Ste 1020, Willmar MN 56201
https://www.kcmn.us/departments/family_services/index.phpServices Available
- Child Support
- Mental and Chemical Health
- Elder Care
- Care for Persons with Developmental Disabilities
- Financial Assistance
- Child Protection and Child Welfare
- Public Health Services
- Immunizations
- Maternal Child Health Services
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Kandiyohi County Law Enforcement Center
Contact
(320)235-12602201 23rd St NE, Willmar, MN 56201
http://www.co.kandiyohi.mn.us/public_safety/index/index.phpServices Available
- Vouchers for food, gas and lodging (when funds available)
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Lutheran Social Services
Contact
(320) 231-70751601 US-12 #6, Willmar, MN 56201
http://www.lssmn.org/Services Available
- Post-Adoption
- Counseling - Mental Health and Financial Options
- Homeless Youth
- Housing Seniors
- Meals for Seniors
- Residential Service for Persons with Disabilities
- Foster Grandparents / Senior Companions
- Veteran / Military Family Support Services
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Minnesota Workforce Center - Willmar Job Services
- This is an option for those people looking for jobs where they can find employment and career assistance.
- An online job bank—MinnesotaWorks.net—connects job seekers and employers.
- Unemployment insurance benefits are available for people who have lost their jobs through no fault of their own.
- Also, DEED's labor market information helps all customers make educated decisions about their futures.
Contact
(320) 231-62329423, 2200 23rd St NE #2040, Willmar, MN 56201 -
Safe Avenues
Focused on Providing Safety, Support, and Empowerment for Victims of Abuse and Families in Turmoil. Formerly named "Shelter House."Contact
(320) 235-0962
24-hour Help Line: 1-800-223-1111Services Available
- 24-hour Crisis Intervention
- Emergency Residential Shelter
- Information and Assistance
- Referrals and Transportation
- Legal Remedies
- Support Groups
- Personal Safety Planning
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Salvation Army - Willmar
Contact
(320) 235-2033521 4th St SW, Willmar, MN 56201
Services Available
Please call to set up an appointment:- Disaster Services
- Emergency Financial Assistance
- Food and Nutrition Programs
- Emergency Shelter
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The Link
** Programming Provided by Faith Lutheran Church **Contact
Services Available
- Financial Assistance for Utility Bills, Rent, Car Repairs, Medical Expenses, etc.
- Tuesday's Table - Free weekly meals (see Community Meal Schedule)
- New London Household Exchange
- Place to exchange community goods, free laundry and internet access.
- Hours: Tuesdays from 2 pm - 6 pm and Thursdays from 10 am - 2 pm
- Distribution and Exchange Events
- Occasional large distribution of personal products, household items and outerwear
- Call for details
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United Way - West Central Minnesota
The United Way collaborates with local businesses, governments, non-profit agencies and individuals to provide helpful resources to the community.Contact
(320) 235-1050311 4th St SW, Willmar, MN 56201 -
Woodland Centers
Woodland Centers is a community mental health center committed to delivering comprehensive, coordinated and affordable behavioral healthcare.
Contact
(320)235-46131125 6th St SE, Willmar, MN 56201Services Provided
- 24-Hour Adult & Youth Crisis Services
- Anger Management Services
- Behavior Therapy
FOOD ASSISTANCE IN KANDIYOHI COUNTY
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Care Pantry - Hope Presbyterian Church
Contact
(320) 796-26507730 N Shore Dr, Spicer, MN 56288http://hopechurchspicer.org/index.php
Services Available
- Hygeine Items Provided
- Diapers and Cleaning Supplies
- Limited Supply of Emergency Food
Items are limited and vary.By appointment only. -
Willmar Area Food Shelf
The Kandiyohi County Food Shelf has been helping Kandiyohi County residents since 1982. We are serving an average of 650 households (approximately 2300 individuals) a month with a food order and an additional 100 plus individuals daily for produce. We distribute almost 80,000 pounds of food each month.
Contact
(320) 235-2641
624 Pacific Ave SW, Willmar, MN 56201
http://kandiyohicountyfoodshelf.com/index.html