About Us

Student Wellness Department Overview

The mission of the Student Wellness Department is to empower educators, schools, and communities to create sustainable, systemic change that enhances the health, well-being, and safety of every student. Through high-quality consulting, coaching, and professional development, we help build supportive environments where all students can thrive.

Our Services and Support Include:

  • Systems-Level Support
    We partner with schools and districts to strengthen their PBIS/MTSS leadership teams, implement the PBIS+ Systems Framework, and analyze Climate Survey data. We also assist with preparation for state recognition.

  • Comprehensive Consulting
    Our team provides expert guidance on a range of critical student wellness topics, including
    • Mental health and wellness
    • Attendance and chronic absenteeism
    • Suicide prevention, crisis response and Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI)
    • Threat assessment Training- Comprehensive Student Threat Assessment Guidelines (CSTAG)
    • Non Violent Crisis Intervention Training
    • Social-emotional learning (SEL)
    • Family and community engagement
    • Trauma-informed practices

  • Student-Centered Programs
    We support and promote impactful student initiatives such as:
    • QPR (Question, Persuade, Refer) Suicide Prevention
    • Sources of Strength
    • Youth-Led Programs

  • Legislative and Compliance Guidance
    We provide timely updates and resources aligned with Ohio’s legislative requirements and deadlines related to student wellness and mental health.

  • Funding Strategy Support
    We help districts assess and identify funding sources to support and sustain behavioral, social-emotional, and mental health initiatives.

  • Customized Professional Development
    We offer tailored professional development opportunities for educators, students, families, and community partners, designed to meet the specific needs of your district or school community.

CLICK HERE for the ESC of Northeast Ohio Student Wellness Flyer.



Meet the Team

Director

Delaney Jones MSSA, LSW
delaney.jones@escneo.org

Leah Euerle BA, M.Ed, Ph.D.
leah.euerle@escneo.org

Karen Lackey MSSA, LISW-S
karen.lackey@escneo.org

Jennie Canganelli, M.Ed., OCPC
jennie.canganelli@escneo.org

Holly Jacobson M.Ed., OCPC
holly.jacobson@escneo.org

Lindsay Ciavarelli B.A., M.S.
lindsay.ciavarelli@escneo.org

Heather Corcoran B.A., J.D.
heather.corcoran@escneo.org

Christina Delaney B.S., BCaBA
christina.delaney@escneo.org

Kim Eckhart B.S., M.S.
kim.eckhart@escneo.org

Tom Hanicak B.S, M.A.
tom.hanicak@escneo.org

Erica Houston B.Ed., M.Ed.
erica.houston@escneo.org

Meghan KanagaRaj B.S., M.A., M.Ed.
meghan.kanagaraj@escneo.org

Maddy Moser BA, BS, MSW
maddy.moser@escneo.org

Amanda Nowak, LPCC-S
amanda.nowak@escneo.org

Denise Pietrzak M.S.S.A., L.I.S.W-S.
denise.pietrzak@escneo.org

Meke Wiggins B.S, M.Ed
meke.wiggins@escneo.org

Gina Woodward
gina.woodward@escneo.org