Student Growth & Well-Being
Our Department of Student Growth & Well-Being ensures all Clarkston Community Schools' programs promote student well-being by providing a learning environment and curriculum that support students in developing knowledge, understanding, and skills to manage their own health and well-being and to support that of others.

Call 911 if you or the person you are helping is in immediate danger
- 24-hour Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 800-273-8255 (TALK) or text “TALK” to 741741
- 24-hour Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-7233 (SAFE)
- 24-hour Michigan Mental Health Hotline: 1-888-535-6136
- 24-hour New Oakland Family Centers Crisis Line: 877-800-1650
- 24-hour Oakland Community Health Network & Common Ground Emergency Assessment & Eligibility Helpline 800-231-1127
- 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline is a 24/7 toll-free nationwide hotline, made up of a network of independently operated and funded local call centers (200+) across the country. Dial 988.
Non-Emergency School Safety Tip Line:
248.494.7121
CCS Emergency Hotline: 248.623.5480
Contact
Staci Puzio, Director of Student Growth, Well-Being, and Community Partnerships
sapuzio@clarkston.k12.mi.us
P: 248.623.5456
Bullying Policy
It is the policy of Clarkston Community Schools to provide a safe and nurturing educational environment for all of its students. Read our district's policy on bullying and aggressive behavior toward students below.
Family Well-Being Resources
- Coping With A Crisis: 24/7 Counseling Support
- Oakland Schools Youth, Family & Community Supports
- Human Trafficking Education for Families
- OK2Say: Confidentially Report Potential School Violence
- Early Childhood Supports
- Child Abuse Support
- Easterseals Michigan Counseling Services Partnership
- Community Partnerships
- Child Safety at Home
- Family Involvement for Student Success
- Vaping Resources
- McKinney-Vento Homeless Services