Family & Student Resources
We believe that when families are supported, students are better equipped to learn, grow, and succeed.
We recognize that while our students are on their warrior journey, they navigate challenges that extend far beyond the classroom. Financial hardship, housing instability, transportation barriers, food insecurity, mental health concerns, family stress, community violence, and unexpected life events can all make it difficult for a young person to consistently attend school and reach their full potential.
Our goal is to ensure that no student or family has to face those challenges alone, and nothing stops our warriors from getting the education they deserve. Whether a family needs help accessing food, clothing, housing assistance, counseling, healthcare, employment resources, transportation, or other essential services, we are committed to helping them find the support they need. Every referral is handled with compassion, respect, and confidentiality, and our staff remains available to walk alongside families throughout the process.
If you or your family are experiencing hardship, we encourage you to reach out. Asking for help is a sign of strength, and together we can connect you with resources that promote stability, well-being, and student success.
- Student-Family Handbook
- Cell Phone Policy
- Uniform Guide with FAQs
- Ways to Earn Credit
- Student Discipline Code and DASA Policy
- Non-Violence Pledge and Student-Family Agreement
- FERPA Policy and Parents’ Bill of Rights
- Freedom Of Information Policy
- FOIL Summary List
- Complaint Policy
- Right to Know
- Online Teen Safety Guide
- Parents Bill of Rights for Data Privacy and Security
- Vertus Charter School Safety Plan 2025-2026
Reports & Funding Documents
Annual Reports
Mental Health Agencies & Resources for Students and Families
Mental Health Association of Rochester
Wellness/Groups/Support
Address: 320 Goodman Street
Phone: (585) 328-3145
Villa of Hope- Case Management Services
Preventive Services
Address: 1099 Jay Street, Rochester, NY 146006
Phone: (585) 328-0470
Genesee Behavioral Health Center
Counseling
Address: 224 Alexander Street, Rochester, NY 14607
Phone: (585) 922- 7770
Parent/Guardian must attend intake appointment and must bring photo I.D and Insurance Card.
Walk-In Intakes on: M, W, F 8:30-am-10:30am in person, or call during that time for a zoom meeting.
Liberty Resources
Counseling and Outpatient behavioral health counseling.
Address: 175 Humboldt Street, Rochester, NY 14609
Phone: (585) 410-3370
Walk-In Intakes on: Not available during Covid, please go online to fill out an application to schedule an intake session.
Parent must attend the first meeting if the student is under the age of 18.
Monroe Mobile Crisis Team
Address 300 Crittenden Blvd, Rochester, NY 14642
Phone (585) 529-3721 or (585) 275-5151
Center for Youth
Preventive Services and Housing
Address: 905 Monroe Avenue, Rochester, NY 14620
Phone: (585) 473-2464
Monday-Friday 8am-9pm
Strong Behavioral Health
Mental Health and Hygiene Arrests
Address: 315 Science Parkway, Rochester, NY 14620
Phone: (585) 279- 7800
HillSide Care Management Services
Preventive & Case Management
Address: 1 Mustard Street, Rochester, NY 14609
Phone: (888) 514-4455 or (585) 752- 9962
National Hotline Numbers
National Parent Helpline (855) 427-2736
Disaster Distress Helpline – SAMHSA (800) 985-5990
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline (800) 273-8255
Child Abuse Telephone Hotline (800) 342-3720