New Hanover County
High School Wellness Centers

Offering access to Primary Care and Mental Health Care Services at School

What We Do

High School-based Wellness Centers provide enrolled students access to comprehensive health care, on-campus, at New Hanover County's four public high schools.

Program Benefits

Students can be seen where they spend most of their time: at school.

Students are eligible to receive medical care and/or mental health therapy services at school.

Parents don't have to leave work and try to get an appointment with a doctor or outside therapist.

Students miss less school; parents seldom miss work.

Services Available

Program Benefits

Enrolled students can be seen by a medical provider (FNP or PA-C) for acute illnesses, such as:

Sore throat

Ear and sinus infections

Urinary tract infections

Rashes

Minor sprains/strains, etc.

Preventative services such as annual well visits and immunizations

Outpatient Mental Health Services

Mental health therapy, provided by a Licensed Mental Health Professional, is available to enrolled students struggling with:

Depression

Anxiety

Teen/parent relationships

Academic and social stressors

Other mental health issues and conditions

Both individual and family counseling are available.

Sports Physicals

Each year, all North Carolina students who plan to participate in school athletics must undergo a state-mandated screening examination. Enrolled students can have this physical done at a school Wellness Center.

Before the appointment, NCHSAA required physical screening forms should be completed and signed by a parent or legal guardian.

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