Health and Wellness
Cultivating A Foundation of Holistic Wellness
Health & Wellness at Worcester Academy starts with empowering students with the knowledge, resources, and practical skills to prioritize and enhance their mental and physical well-being. We don’t just support our students — we guide them towards their healthiest future.
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Within a framework of whole student health and wellness, Worcester Academy offers comprehensive support designed to promote physical health and social-emotional resilience as lifelong values.
Through an array of proactive programming and services, students develop the self-awareness and agency needed to navigate life's challenges with confidence.
Health Office
The Worcester Academy Health Office is a safe, inclusive, and professional medical space where boarding and day students can access a range of non-emergency health needs. Located in Dexter Hall, the office is staffed by registered nurses and offers regular clinic hours with our school physician.
Our office maintains relationships with a local pharmacy and with local specialists for more serious medical or dental treatments. Worcester Academy is located near several emergency service providers, including St. Vincent Hospital and UMASS Memorial Medical Center.
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A Comprehensive ApproachThe Worcester Academy Health Office operates on a comprehensive Coordinated School Health Model — as outlined by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention — which promotes the health and well-being of students and staff through eight interrelated components:
This model emphasizes collaboration between various stakeholders — athletic trainers, coaches, counselors, faculty, healthcare providers, parents, and guardians — to address health issues comprehensively and promote an environment conducive to learning, growth, and overall well-being. |
Mental Health
Our team is dedicated to helping students manage academic concerns and emotional stressors through experiential learning, tailored guidance, and targeted programming. As a result, Worcester Academy students develop the mindfulness, confidence, and collaborative skills to flourish in their classrooms, their relationships, and their personal endeavors.
Counseling Services
Worcester Academy counselors provide a safe space for students to explore interim mental and social-emotional health solutions with seasoned professionals who genuinely care about their well-being.
Our counselors work closely with students, parents, faculty, advisors, and external providers to promote healthy lifestyle values, strengthen emotional intelligence, and cultivate a community where students feel empowered to make positive choices. For additional support, our team can connect families with external mental health resources.
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As active members of our campus community, counselors partner with students and faculty for preventative wellness initiatives like the PILLARS Peer Education Program and Wellness Day:
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