Welcome to Gilbert CSD’s Student Counseling Services!
Our counselors play a pivotal role in the academic and personal development of students. They provide invaluable guidance on course selection, college applications, and career planning, ensuring students make informed decisions about their futures. Counselors offer individualized support, helping students navigate challenges such as academic struggles, personal crises, or social issues, fostering resilience and self-confidence.
Moreover, counselors serve as advocates for students, bridging communication between parents, teachers, and administrators to ensure each student’s needs are met. They create a supportive environment where students feel safe to discuss their concerns and explore their interests. By fostering a trusting relationship with students, counselors not only facilitate academic success but also promote emotional well-being, laying a foundation for lifelong learning and personal growth.
IMMEDIATE NEED
- If you or a loved one are in immediate need of help, dial 9-1-1 immediately.
- 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline – If you ore someone you know needs support now, call or text 988 or chat 988lifeline.org.
- Story County is part of an 11-county region served by a 24/7 mobile crisis response team. The service is free and open to all ages. Anyone experiencing a crisis can access the crisis line at 1-844-258-8858. Trained phone responders will assess the situation and deploy the Mobile Crisis Response Team if an in-person response is deemed to be necessary or helpful. The trained two-person team will leave as soon as they have been dispatched and will respond to the scene within 60 minutes.
- Central Iowa Crisis Services (CICS) – 24-hour Your Life Iowa Crisis Line/Mobile Response – 855-581-8111
Quick Links for Student Support
Resources for Families
Welcome to Gilbert Community School District’s resource page for families. Below you will find information and resources related to the social, emotional, physical and mental health of families.
Resource for Basic Needs
The Gilbert Community School District is always working to provide resources and support for our families. Below are some local resources to help with basic needs like food, shelter, etc.
United Way – United Way has a comprehensive list and links of resources for families in Story County. Resources include:
- Financial help including budgeting and money management
- Childcare support
- Food Assistance
- International immigrant help
- Internet/phone assistance
- Job openings and unemployment information
- Mental health supports
- Shelter updates
- Volunteer opportunities/ways to give
Backpack Buddies
The Gilbert Community School District has a program to help families bridge gaps with food insecurity. Through the thoughtful donation of district patrons, a bag of groceries for each child in your home can be picked up at the Gilbert Lutheran Church every Tuesday and Friday between 9-5. Their address is 135 School St, Gilbert, IA 50105.
The church does not know any names, though we provide a number to ensure they have enough bags. If you are interested in participating, contact your school office. We are forever grateful for the local volunteers making this happen.