9th Grade Updates OCTOBER 2022
CHS Counseling Office
Healthy Sleep Habits
There are some things you can do to help improve your quality of sleep.
- Try waking up at the same time every morning
- Try to get outside and move your body every day
- If worry is keeping you awake, try to find ways to tackle those problems during the day. For example try writing in a journal, talking with friends or family, or even speaking with a therapist.
- Avoid drinks that contain caffeine in the afternoon. Caffeine has a negative effect on your sleep quality and quantity.
- Create a sleep routine. Stop doing homework at least 30 minutes before going to bed and don't stay on your electronics close to bedtime. Staying on your phone late at night can stimulate your brain and the blue light can also negatively affect your sleep quality.
Signs of Depression in Teens
- Irritability
- Sensitivity to criticism
- Social isolation (particularly staying in their room a lot)
- Selective social withdrawal
- Throwing themselves into work (distraction)
- Slipping grades
- Difficulty focusing
- Changes in energy or out-of-character behavior
- Changes in daily habits such as sleep and appetite
- Physical pain
If you are concerned about these signs and symptoms of depression, we recommend that you reach out to someone for help. You can speak with your parents or guardians, your school counselor, medical provider, or mental health provider. Don't be afraid to ask for help!
Bullying Prevention Month
- unwanted aggressive behavior
- observed or perceived power imbalance
- repetition or high likelihood of repetition of bullying behaviors
If someone is being bullied, please take action. Talk to an adult that you trust. If someone is being bullied at school, please tell a school employee. You can always talk with your school counselor if you are worried about yourself or a friend.
You can find additional information about bullying prevention at the Stop Bullying website.
Get Involved!
Check out the many clubs and sports offered at CHS! If you can't find a club that you are interested in, consider starting one!
Study Skills and Homework Help
There are a number of online resources that are helpful to families and students.
School Counselors
Mrs. Karen Moffet, Department Chair
Mrs. Gretchen Arthur
Mrs. Amy Snyder
Mr. James Moore
Ms. Johanna Hess
Mrs. Julie Roytan
Indiana Gold Star Counseling Award
Request an Appointment
CHS Counseling Office
1-800-273-8255
Text HOME to 741741 to connect with a crisis counselor
Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
Dial 988
Email: jesmoker@duneland.k12.in.us
Website: https://www.duneland.k12.in.us/domain/145
Location: 2125 South 11th Street, Chesterton, IN, USA
Phone: 219-983-3730
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CHS.CounselingOffice
Twitter: @CHS_CCCoffice