Christine Oviatt

Hello! My name is Christine Oviatt. I taught middle school for the majority of my career and have experience teaching many subjects in a variety of settings, including alternate programs, elementary, and middle school. This is my eighth year as a school counsellor (often referred to as "teacher counsellor"). As a part of the division's counselling model, I support students through universal lessons in classrooms, small groups, and individual interventions. I completed my Master of Counselling degree through the University of Lethbridge and also have a Bachelor of Education and Bachelor of Science.

If you would like to connect with me, please feel free to call the school (403-329-0125) or send me an email. Please include: a convenient time for us to connect and the best phone number for me to return your contact. My email is christine.oviatt@lethsd.ab.ca.
Please note: although I do sometimes voluntarily check work email and phone messages outside of school hours, I will respond within two business days to contacts received during my regular work hours (Monday to Thursday 7:50 am to 3:15 pm, Friday 7:50 am to 12:00 pm).  

If you need urgent or emergent assistance outside of school hours please contact your medical doctor, the hospital, or call the Distress Line of Southwestern Alberta at 403-327-7905. Kids Help Phone also has e-mental health services available 24/7 by calling 1-800-668-6868 or Text CONNECT to 686868.  

Please take a look at these websites for helpful mental health resources, information, and coping skills:
Kids Help Phone https://kidshelpphone.ca/
Mental Health Literacy https://mentalhealthliteracy.org/
Anxiety Canada https://www.anxietycanada.com/

Thank you for taking the time to read my biography, and I look forward to working with you as a part of your educational experience at Gilbert Paterson Middle School.