A Student Assistance Program is operated for the purpose of providing students with early intervention for drug, alcohol, and emotional problems. School administrators and teachers routinely look for early signs of these problems. The role of the school is to help identify problems, provide intervention in school related issues, and refer to community agencies for on-going treatment.
The individual student, a concerned peer, or a staff member may make referrals. Referrals are confidential, and a pre-assessment process is implemented. The team assesses behavioral patterns noted by teachers or others and determines whether further review is necessary and subsequently initiates appropriate action.
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SAP Team Members
Mrs. Bean
Ms. David
Ms. DeBona
Mrs. Clements
Mrs. Edwards
Ms. Kellow
Mrs. Keretz
Mrs. Ketchen
Mr. Parrish
Mrs. Spengler
Mrs. Stewart
Mr. Theadford
Student Assistance Program Procedures/Guidelines
Article I
A student volunteers information about personal drug or alcohol usage and asks for help.
Immediate Action - the student is informed of the services available and that a referral will be made to the Core Team. The students is also informed that no punitive action will be taken as a result of this referral.
Investigation - the staff member must contact either the Intervention Specialist or a member of the Core Team immediately. Appropriate intervention procedures will be followed by the Core Team.
Notification of Parents - notification of parents only with the consent of the student unless there is a clear and imminent danger to the student.
Article II
A student volunteers information about personal drug or alcohol use of another student.
Immediate Action - the referred student is informed of the services available and that a referral will be made to the Core Team. Student is also informed that no punitive action will be taken as a result of this referral.
Investigation - staff member must contact either the Intervention Specialist or a member of the Core Team immediately. Appropriate intervention will be followed by the Core Team.
Notification of Parents - notification of parent only with consent of student unless there is clear and imminent danger to the student.
Confidentiality - confined to those with a need to know as mandated by school policy.
Discipline - none. Assistance available.
Notification of Police - not applicable.
Article III
A staff member is concerned about inappropriate behavior, poor class performance, tardiness, absenteeism, etc. It may or may not be related to chemical use.
Immediate Action - the staff member determines whether he/she can handle the problem and shall: (1) observe and record inappropriate behavior(s); (2) discuss concerns - inappropriate behavior(s). In order to facilitate this, the teacher may consider using a student contract procedure. ; (3) evaluate behavior again in two to four weeks; (4) if no satisfactory change, confer with the student's Guidance Counselor regarding his/her specific behavioral problem; (5) refer to Core Team if behavioral problems remain unresolved or chemical use is suspected.
Investigation - Core Team will investigate.
Notification of Parents - yes, by Core Team.
Confidentiality - confined to those who need to know as mandated by school policy.
Disposition of Student - Core Team referral and compliance with recommendations.
Discipline - non-mandatory unless behavior is in violation of school discipline policy. Discipline is administered according to discipline code.
Article IV
The student demonstrates symptoms of possible drug overdose (staggering, slurred speech, incoherence, dazed appearance, inability to respond, vomiting, unconsciousness, etc.). This situation will be handled as a medical emergency.
Immediate Action - all standard health and first aid procedures will be followed. The student shall not be left alone.
Investigation - principal will be notified and procedure for drug related offenses will be followed.
Notification of Parents - yes, by principal.
Confidentiality - confined to those with a need to know as mandated by school policy.
Disposition of Student - Core Team referral, assessment required by licensed drug and alcohol facility and compliance with recommendations of assessment.
Discipline - administered according to discipline code by principal.
Article V
The student is caught with drugs.
Immediate Action - school personnel will confiscate the chemical(s), escort student to the principal's office or summon the principal or his designee.
Investigation - the principal will follow procedure for drug related offenses.
Notification of Parents - yes, by principal.
Confidentiality - confined to those with a need to know as mandated by school policy.
Disposition of Student - Core Team referral, assessment required by licensed drug and alcohol facility and compliance with recommendations of assessment.
Discipline - administered according to discipline code by principal.
Article VI
The student is found using, in possession of, or suspected to be under the influence of a drug when attending as a participant or spectator of any school-sponsored function on or off school property, including any athletic event at another school district, school, or public/private location.
Immediate Action - the group sponsor or accompanying administrator will be notified. Security will be summoned if necessary.
Notification of Parents - yes, by principal for assistance. Notify principal who will follow procedure for drug related offenses.
Investigation - the principal will follow procedure for drug related offenses.
Confidentiality - confined to those with a need to know as mandated by school policy.
Disposition of Student - Core Team referral, assessment required by licensed drug and alcohol facility and compliance with recommendations of assessment.
Discipline - administered according to discipline code by principal.
Article VII
The student is caught in the process of selling, distributing or giving away any amount of marijuana, illegal drugs, illegally acquired drugs, alcohol or any substance alleged to be one of the aforementioned on school property or a school-sponsored activity.
Immediate Action - school personnel will confiscate chemical(s), escort the student to the principal's office or summon the principal or his designee.
Investigation - the principal will follow the procedure for drug related offenses.
Notification of Parents - yes, by principal.
Confidentiality - confined to those with a need to know as mandated by school policy.
Disposition of Student - Core Team referral, assessment required by licensed drug and alcohol facility and compliance with recommendations of assessment.
Discipline - administered according to discipline code by principal.
Notification of Police - required
