Politics & Government
Text-A-Tip Program Resonates with New Trier Township Students
New Trier Township and partner LEAD (Linking Efforts Against Drugs) recently released usage levels from the first 90-days of the program.
New Trier Township and partner LEAD (Leading Efforts Against Drugs) successfully launched a text based counseling support platform in March of 2016. The program provides an additional layer of support to students in grades 5-12.
Since its inception, a grand total of 90 users generated 982 texts for the period covering 3/14/16—7/1/16. Township Supervisor Paddie Brennen stated, “we know that most of today’s students prefer to communicate via text message, and it is gratifying that we’re already seeing results.”
Early indicators point toward friend/relationship conflicts, sadness or depression and drugs as the primary concerns of Township students. Professional mental health counselors are available to students 24/7.
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New Trier Township has two ID codes, NSHELP912 for high school students and NSHELP5678 for students in grades 5-8. Students in New Trier Township simply text this code and their message to 274-637 and they will receive a response within minutes. All youth who attend school within the township are able to use the service regardless of where they live.
About New Trier Township
New Trier Township’s mission is to provide leadership, advocacy and resources to benefit the physical, mental and social well being of Township residents. Established in 1850, New Trier Township government serves the 56,000 residents in the villages of Glencoe, Kenilworth, Wilmette and Winnetka, plus portions of Glenview and Northfield. The Township Office is located at 739 Elm Street in Winnetka or on-line at www.newtriertownship.com
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Contact:
Jack Macholl
Communications Director
New Trier Township
Cell: (847) 727-9510
