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Welcome Center-NEST

Our Welcome Center serves as a central hub of support for students and families. It is designed to connect our school community with essential resources and services. Through strong partnerships with local organizations, the Welcome Center offers assistance in areas such as:

  • Housing support and referrals
  • Food resources, including weekend meal bags
  • Health Clinic
  • Dental Clinics
  • Clothing and hygiene products
  • School supplies
  • Support for families
  • Winter coats, hats, gloves, and boots

Whether you're seeking help, looking to connect with a community partner, or just need a safe space to ask questions, the Welcome Center is here to support you. Our goal is to ensure every student and family feels seen, supported, and set up for success.

Gabbie Carlander
FHS Community School Coordinator
507-990-3644|Email

Our Welcome Center is a hub where families and students can connect with resources, support, and opportunities within our school community. We are here to help make sure every student and family feels informed, supported, and welcomed.Below is a list of resources available through the Welcome Center and how they can support you and your student.

SchoolBasedDentalOutreachflyer_HighSchool1 (PDF)

Dental Clinics
Fausto Rodela-Rodriguez
Email

A new school year, a new way to stay healthy. The image features various icons and text promoting a school-based health center opening at FHSI, offering quick sign-up, no insurance needed, and providing health care that meets students where they are.

HealthFinders
Health Clinic and MESA
Wendy Sara
Email
 

Community School
Gabbie Carlander 
Email

The image shows two young people, a woman and a man, sitting at a table and looking at a tablet or smartphone together. They appear to be in a classroom or study area, with other people visible in the background.
A young person is sitting at a desk playing an acoustic guitar in a classroom setting with a window overlooking the outdoors.
The image depicts a school or university merchandise store, with various clothing items and other merchandise displayed on shelves and racks. Several individuals, likely students, can be seen browsing and interacting with the items in the store.
A colorful and vibrant classroom setting with comfortable seating arrangements, a large table, and a mural depicting diverse silhouettes on the wall.
The image depicts a cluttered storage room or office space with various shelves and storage units filled with a variety of items, including books, office supplies, and personal belongings.
A colorful and vibrant classroom setting with desks, chairs, and various educational materials and decor adorning the walls.
A group of young women, dressed in a variety of casual and colorful outfits, are standing together in what appears to be a retail or office setting, with shelves and decor visible in the background.
A group of people, both men and women, are gathered together in what appears to be a retail or business setting, with shelves and displays visible in the background.