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Alta Vista High School A Tuition-Free Public Charter School
Leona Group

Counseling

Students & Families

Counseling

A space dedicated to your student’s well-being. You’re not just visitors — you’re partners in creating a nurturing environment.

If you’ve noticed your child navigating challenges, or simply feel they could benefit from counseling support, you’re in the right place. Alta Vista is here to provide a compassionate ear and valuable guidance.

Meet Ms. Silverio

Our Social Worker, Ms. Silverio, is an Arizona native with a BSW and MSW and a minor in Family and Human Development. She is dedicated to serving our students’ social and emotional needs and connects families with community resources.

Reach out: michelle.silverio@leonaschools.com · (520) 294-4922

The First Step — Asking for Help

Referrals are easy, confidential, and open to everyone.

Parents

Refer your student for counseling support.

Referral Form

Students

You can refer yourself — no one else needed.

Self-Referral

School Staff

Request intervention and support for a student.

Staff Referral

Crisis Hotlines

In case of emergency, please call 911.

  • Pima County Crisis Line: 520-622-6000
  • National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 988
  • Trevor Lifeline (LGBTQ): 866-488-7386
  • National Domestic Violence Hotline: 800-799-SAFE (7233)
  • Teen Lifeline: call or text 602-248-8336 · toll-free 800-248-8336
  • Childhelp National Child Abuse Hotline: 1-800-422-4453
  • Arizona Child Abuse Hotline: 1-888-SOS-CHILD (767-2445)
  • Tucson PD (non-emergency): 520-791-4444

Need community resources? Dial 2-1-1.

2-1-1 Arizona — Help Finding Resources

2-1-1 Arizona Information & Referral Service operates 24/7, every day of the year, with live operators in English and Spanish (and real-time interpreters for other languages). Operators connect individuals and families to local and statewide services: food and nutrition programs, shelter and housing, utilities assistance, emergency and disaster relief, employment and education opportunities, veterans’ services, healthcare, addiction prevention and rehabilitation, re-entry help, support groups, and a safe, confidential path out of domestic violence. To access these resources, call 211.