We’re here to help!
Please, please reach out to us if you need ANYTHING. We are here to support you, problem-solve with you, and listen. We can also connect you to community resources.
Kelly Santell, Special Education/Student Services Director – ksantell@wisheights.k12.wi.us (608) 767-2595 x3005
Julie Horner, School Psychologist – jhorner@wisheights.k12.wi.us (608) 767-2595 x1106
Kerri Martinez Najera, Elementary School Counselor – kmartineznajera@wisheights.k12.wi.us (608) 767-2595 x1104
Debbie Schmidt, Mental Health/Student Support – deschmidt@wisheights.k12.wi.us (608) 767-2595 x2524
Andy Palzkill, Middle/High School Counselor – apalzkill@wisheights.k12.wi.us (608) 767-2586 x3008
Please visit the school district website for answers to FAQ’s and recent updates. Please see our student services tab for mental health resources.
Additionally, here are some mental health toll-free numbers:
United Way: 211
Dane County Behavioral Health Resource Center
COVID-19: Resilient Wisconsin: Wisconsin Department of Health Services
24/7 helpline for people struggling with alcohol/substance use: (608) 228-1278
National Suicide 24/7 Lifeline: 1-800-273-8255
Spanish 24/7 Lifeline: 1-888-628-9454
Crisis Text Line: text TALK to 74174
TrevorLifeline: 1-866-488-7386; Trevor text 678678
Briarpatch: https://youthsos.org/resources
Journey Mental Health: (608) 280-2600