Student Assistance Program (SAP)

• The Student Assistance Team receives referrals from parents, students, teachers, administrators, and other concerned school personnel. Referrals are made by contacting any member of the SAP team.
   
• After receiving a referral, team members gather information from other staff members who have had contact with the student. A team meeting is convened to determine the status of the referral. Parents are then contacted and asked to provide written consent before SAP services are initiated.
   
• Together, you and the SAP team will develop a plan of action to help your child achieve success in school and/or access services from a community agency. If necessary, the SAP team will talk with you about services in the community and give you information on how to contact others who may be able to help.
   
• SAP works most effectively when the referred student, parent(s), SAP member, and if needed, a drug and alcohol and/or mental health counselor work cohesively to support the student.

• Withdrawn
• Unexplained physical injuries
• Alcohol or drug abuse
• Eating disorder
• Anger
• Suicidal tendencies/behavior
• Drop in grades
• Change in peer group
• Change in appearance
• Lying/cheating

• Divorce
• Death of a friend/relative
• Peer pressure
• Abuse
• Parent incarceration
• Pregnancy
• Bullying
• Family problems
• Mental health issues
• Substance use

To make a referral please complete the referral form and submit it to your School’s Counselor, Social Worker, Principal, or SAP team member.

ALL REFERRALS ARE KEPT CONFIDENTIAL

Referral Form