Safety Enhancement Survey Open Until Dec. 13
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Richard Aspinwall. Cristina Irimie. Mason Schermerhorn. Christian Angulo.
Our community tragically lost two cherished students and two beloved teachers on September 4, 2024 at Apalachee High School.
With sorrow and sympathy, our thoughts remain heavy for those who are grieving, hurting, and healing. Forever in our hearts.
Support resources
- Click for Barrow County Community Resource Center Service Provider Directory
- Click for a list of Mental Health Resources
SAMSHA Disaster Distress Line: 1-800-985-5990
Talk to Someone Now: 988
United Way : 211
Boys Town National Hotline: 1-800-448-3000
Boys Town Text Line: TEXT: 20121
Advantage Barrow: 855-333-9544
Crisis Text Line: TEXT: 741741
Criminal Justice Coordinating Council (CJCC): 404-657-1956
The Salvation Army: 770-534-7589
Barrow County Victim Services: 770-307-3040
Georgia Crisis & Access Line - immediate access 24/7 Health Care: 1-800-715-4225
North Ga Conference of United Methodist - Alissa Rothchild: (706) 534-0604
River Hills Church for assistance and counseling: (770) 867-0909
Ser Familia - Para la comunidad de habla hispana: 678-363-3079
Bethlehem Church - Assistance and counseling: 770-867-3577
Winder 1st Baptist - Assistance and counseling: 770-867-9255
Ga Baptist Mission: Apalachee Association - Assistance and Resources: Chris Conner 770-601-2389
Crisis Recovery in Schools Resources:
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This is an unbelievably challenging moment for all of us, and we encourage open and honest communication. You can contact your school counselor for guidance on how to approach these difficult conversations.
Some resources for right now:
The Georgia Crime Victims Compensation Fund provides financial assistance to victims of violent crimes (including witnesses) to help cover expenses such as medical bills, counseling, lost income, or loss of support expenses.
Application Process: More information and the online application can be found on the Georgia Criminal Justice Coordinating Council’s website.
This site provides information using PDF, visit this link to download the Adobe Acrobat Reader DC software.