The student assistance program in Wood-Ridge School District offers confidential professional services to assist students who are struggling with a range of issues which negatively impact school performance. The Student Assistance Counselor (SAC) works with students and their families to provide a combination of supportive counseling, psycho-education, and referral services.  With the SAC, students can discuss a range of issues including:

• Family Problems

• Self-Esteem

• Anger Management

• Stress Management

• Anxiety/Depression

• Bullying

• Relationship Issues (Friends, Dating, etc.)

• Body Image

• Drugs and Alcohol

• Substance Use/Abuse

Feel free to stop by Mrs. Paniagua's office (located within the Guidance Office) anytime

Useful Resources

• View "Parenting and Family Guide" for Programs in Bergen County

• View Bergen County Mental Health

• View National Institute for Mental Health

• View Parenting Teens Online

• View Partnership for a Drug Free New Jersey

• View PerformCare-Behavioral Health Solutions

• View Teen Substance Use Knowledge Base

Email Laura Paniagua

201-933-6777 ext. 2471