Liberty High School Counseling Department
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Coordinators:

Ms. Carla Zapata, MSW - Social Worker & Liberty HS Safe School Professional

Phone: (702)799-2272 extension 4304
​Email: zapatcd@nv.ccsd.net

Ms. Kimberly Kerr, MA - Liberty HS Safe School Professional

Phone: (702)799-2272 extension 4501
​Email: crykj@nv.ccsd.net
"Our mission is to provide safety through empathy and understanding fore each student and family by offering guidance and support through a variety of community resources.  As safe school professionals, our goal is to listen without placing judgment while also providing helpful and encouraging information on the different types of resources that may be available for each student and family."

Any Liberty student or Family in need is encouraged to contact either Ms. Zapata or Ms. Kerr to coordinate services.  Below are additional resources for members of the Las Vegas community:

General COmmunity Resources

The following is a comprehensive list of community resources provided by the Clark County School District.    
Community Resources
Additional Community Resources
family resource centers
medical resources
youth resources & services

Incarcerated Youth

Resources for students who are incarcerated and their families:
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Undocumented immigrants

Resources for students and families who are undocumented and their families:
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Families in Transition

Support Groups: ​​The following file lists various support groups available to victims of physical or sexual assault through the Rape Crisis Center of Las Vegas.
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Title I HOPE Homeless Outreach Program: ​Serving students who lack a fixed, regular, and adequate nighttime residence:
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The Harbor:  The Harbor Juvenile Assessment Center provides local youth with the following services: Food and snacks, clothing, personal hygiene products, and a range of counseling-related (mental health/therapeutic) services:
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Nevada Partners: Providing effective education, meaningful employment, safe and affordable housing, and vibrant civic and cultural engagement:
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Project 150: Connects homeless and financially-struggling families with various resources:
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Three Square: ​Provides wholesome food directly to hungry people in hundreds of neighborhood:
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Local Food Pantries: ​Below is a link of food pantries in the Liberty High School area:
Food Pantries
Nevada 211: ​Call 2-1-1 or Text to TXT211 (898211)  for emergency public assistance:
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Shade Tree: ​A local shelter for women., children, and their pets:
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​Catholic Charities of Southern Nevada: ​Provides child and family services, food and nutrition, housing and shelter, and legal assistance for legal undocumented residents:
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​HELP of Southern Nevada: ​​Provides programs to better serve the poor, the homeless, and those in crisis with nowhere else to turn:
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​Nevada Partnership for Homeless Youth: ​​​The most comprehensive service provider for the thousands of homeless youth in Southern Nevada:
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​Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada: Provides free legal advice and classes on:
                        - Legal representation for victims of domestic violence or sexual assault in the LGBTQ community.
                        - Immigration assistance and pathways to U.S. citizenship for undocumented individuals.
                        - Probate-related matters.
                        - Divorce
                        - Bankruptcy 
                        - Paternity and issues of child custody
                        - Small claims
                        - Guardianship
                        - Sealing of criminal records
                        - Litigation and trial preparation

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Click Here (Flyer)
​Huntridge Teen Clinic: Medical and Dental care for uninsured and at risk adolescents of Las Vegas and the surrounding communities who are between the ages of 12 & 18:
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Betty's Boutique: Provides FREE clothing and accessories to students in need.  See the flyer below for more info:
Click Here

Health & Wellness

Mission High School: Located at 801 North Veterans Memorial Drive in Las Vegas, Mission High School is a comprehensive secondary school of the Clark County School District designed for students in recovery from substance abuse, use and/or dependency.  Students are provided a high quality education, coupled with life skills and multi-faceted counseling services to empower them to achieve their goals and earn a high school diploma.  In a supportive learning environment, Mission High School offers alternative peer group sessions, parent support groups, and monthly guest speakers.  Licensed professionals are on staff to assist students throughout the school day.  For more information on school hours and enrollment, please call (702)799-7880.  Below is a flyer with more information about the school:
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Suicide Hotline: Resources for students who are considering harming themselves or who know others who are contemplating self-harm:
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Child Protective Services: Report child abuse and neglect:
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Nevada Coalition for Suicide Prevention: Works with local and state organizations for the development and implementation of suicide prevention, intervention, and postvention strategies:
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Support Groups: A comprehensive list of local support groups for individuals struggling with death and loss, substance abuse and addiction, domestic violence, and divorce:
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Big Brothers and Big Sisters: Find out what programs they can offer you and your student - especially their Mentor 2.0 youth leadership initiative for high school students:
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Boys & Girls Club of Southern Nevada: Offers programs aimed at enabling young people - and especially those who are most in need - to reach their full potential as productive, caring, responsible citizens:
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UNLV Child School Refusal and Anxiety Clinic: A research-based outpatient facility designed to assess and treat youths with school refusal behavior and/or related anxiety problems. The Clinic serves youths aged 5-16 years and their families and operates on a September-April schedule. Clients are seen individually or in group format. With parental permission, therapists at the Clinic also contact relevant school personnel for additional information. Fees are based on a sliding scale.  Click below for more information:
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SEVEN HILLS HOSPITAL:  Located in the Seven Hills neighborhood of Henderson, Seven Hills Hospital offers both inpatient and outpatient services for both adolescents and teens struggling with various issues (including, but not limited to) alcohol and drug abuse, depression, psychosis, ADD & ADHD, PTSD, Bi-Polar Disorder, and other mental health related issues.  For more information, click on the links below: 
Adolescent Drug & Alcohol Program
Adult Drug & Alcohol Program
Adolescent Behavior & Mental Health Programs
Insurance Providers
VALLEY WELLNESS CENTER:  Located on the campus of Valley High School in Las Vegas, the Valley Wellness center provides families in need with a variety of medical and mental health related services at a price that they can afford.  For more information, click on the link below: 
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THE HARBOR:  If you’re looking for help with your child, or if you have questions about your child’s mental health, behavior, or possible drug use, The Harbor can help.  The Harbor provides assessments to youth at no charge to families. The assessment process gives juveniles and families the opportunity to provide a comprehensive description of their unique family structure.  The Harbor has multiple community agencies under the same roof who offer a vast range of approaches and options to address issues like these. For more information, click on the link below: 
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Child & Adolescent Therapists:  The following is a list of Henderson area child and adolescent therapists for student, parent, and community member reference.  *Please note that CCSD does NOT endorse specific counseling agencies.  This is simply a reference for individuals seeking additional information and community resources.
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Montevista Hospital:  Montevista provides both inpatient and outpatient treatment to youth suffering from:
                - Suicidal or homicidal thoughts.
                - Depression.
                - Marked personality changes.
                - Unexplained physical ailments or changes in eating or sleeping patterns.
                - Excessive fears, anxieties, agitation, aggression, or suspicion.
                - Withdrawal from family, friends, and others.
                - Inability to cope.
                - Dangerous behaviors.
                - Hallucinations or hearing of voices.
For more information, click on the link below: 
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