Student Assistance Program
Parent Information
"Kids
who learn from their parents about the dangers of underage drinking, drugs and
other substances are less likely to use those substances." American
Academy of Pediatrics and National PTA
Grades: Sudden changes in grades, lack of
interest in academic subjects, overly concerned about getting good grades
(under extreme pressure to do well).
Attendance: Attendance or tardiness problems.
Disruptive
Behaviors in Classrooms:
class clown, attention-seeking behaviors, consistently disruptive. ** Some of
these are indicators of emotional difficulties that are hiding behind these behaviors
Involvement
with Disciplinary System:
Consistently in trouble and child does not learn when redirected or give
consequences for behaviors.
Legal
Problems: Legal
difficulties, arrests, probation, NFT’s (No Further Trouble)
Problems
with Extracurricular Activities: Child’s interest declines, participation declines.
Problems at
Home: Any difficult
situation at home (divorce, new baby, death in family, remarriage, family
member with drug or alcohol problem, etc).
Peer Issues:
Child is a bully; child is being bullied, recent change in friends, etc.
When meeting
with Mrs. Nocon everything your child tells her will stay confidential. There are only three times that she has
to break confidentiality due to safety reasons. The three times are:
·
He/she
tells her that someone is hurting him/her.
·
He/She
tells her that he/she is going to hurt him/herself.
·
He/She
tells her that he/she is going to hurt someone else.
*Mrs. Nocon does encourage all students to communicate with their
parents’ information they are sharing with the Student Assistance Counselor. A
student may also fill out a release form so that the Student Assistance
Counselor may speak with his/her parents directly.
Who Can Refer Students to Mrs. Nocon??
Almost
anyone. Teachers, Teachers Aides, School Administrators, School Social Workers,
Guidance Counselors, School Psychologists, Parents, Peers, Local Police,
etc. A student can also refer
his/herself.
NEWCOMERS
All students
new to the Jamestown School District will participate in a newcomers group that
is formed per grade level.
These groups meet at least 3 times and are based on making sure students
are adjusting well to their new school environment.
Some GREAT Web
Sites:
P.A.V.E.:
Bullying Prevention Program
Partnership
For A Drug Free America
Substance
Abuse & Mental Health Services Association
Children Of
Alcoholics Foundation
Any questions,
concerns, or referrals please contact Stephanie Nocon. She can be reached on
Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays & Fridays at Lawn Ave. School 423-7010 ext.
212 or you can email her.