School Wellness Program
The Petoskey School Wellness Program is a collaboration of the Public Schools of Petoskey and Alcona Health Center supported through funding from the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS).
This program offers Behavioral Health and Nursing services in both the Petoskey Middle and High Schools. Our Registered Nurse provides nursing assessments and screening services, as well as care for acute and chronic needs of students. Our Licensed Behavioral Health Therapist offers individual and group therapy to help students with a variety of concerns including anxiety, depression, attention and school performance issues, and well as giving support for difficulties with adjustment to stressors they may be facing.
For students to receive services from the Petoskey School Wellness Program each student must have a signed Parental/Guardian Consent on file. Your student will not be enrolled or able to receive services if a signed consent is not on file. ** In the event of an emergency, care will be provided, and a parent or guardian will be contacted. **
For more information about the Petoskey School Wellness Program, please visit Alcona's website at the links below:
School Wellness Program (at Petoskey High School)
School Wellness Program (at Petoskey Middle School)
If you or your child do not have health insurance, PSWP staff can easily assist you in applying for a State of Michigan health plan. You can also go to www.healthcare4MI.com for more information.
Are you interested in serving on Alcona's School Wellness Program Community Advisory Council? Please click here for more information: SWP - CAC
School Wellness Program Nurse - Jen Sickmiller
Jennifer Sickmiller, RN
JSickmiller@alconahc.org
231-412-6371
Jennifer Sickmiller RN is the school nurse for Petoskey School Wellness Program. Ms. Sickmiller brings with her many years of nursing experience. She attended Christ College for Nursing and Ohio University.
Click for more information on the high school program.
High School Hours of Operation
Wed: 7:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Thur: 7:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Fri: 12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Hours are subject to change during building closures, and school breaks.
Click for more information on the middle school program.
Middle School Hours of Operation
Mon: 7:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Tues: 7:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Fri: 7:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Hours are subject to change during building closures, and school breaks.
Behavioral Health Therapist - Connie Millstead
Connie Millstead, LLMSW
Petoskey School Wellness Program
cmillstead@alconahc.org
231-412-6459
Connie Millstead is a Limited Licensed Master Social Worker who earned both her Bachelor of Social Work and Master of Social Work Degrees from Spring Arbor University.
Connie has enjoyed working as a social worker in several settings including tribal social services and child welfare.
Connie enjoys spending time with her husband and son. She enjoys traveling and exploring new places. Connie loves the seasons that Northern Michigan has to offer, but mostly looks forward to the beautiful fall colors.
