STUDENT ASSISTANCE PROGRAM. The Shippensburg High School Student Assistance Team is designed to provide a means for early identification and intervention for students who are experiencing substance abuse problems and/or who are experiencing emotional problems. A team of specially trained teachers, counselors, administrators, and a nurse is present and active to provide assistance through an intervention model to students with problems of an immediate and non-academic nature. Community resource persons such as drug/alcohol and mental health professionals also participate on the team. Referrals are accepted in confidence from parents, students, teachers, and student self-referrals. Referral boxes are located in the library, guidance office, and the main office. Parent notification may be necessary if treatment is sought. MESSAGE BOARD Students are required to check the message board located next to the athletic office at least a couple of times during the school day. If a parent calls in with a message or drops off materials, the student’s name will be written on the message board and the student will be required to go to the appropriate office. Students will not be called out of class except in an extreme emergency. TRANSPORTATION BUS TRANSPORTATION REGULATIONS – refer to Board Policy #810 The District contracts for school buses to cover daily bus routes. In addition, buses are used for District-approved field trips, special programs, and athletic events. A complete copy of the Transportation Policy (#810) and answers to some of the most frequently asked questions (FAQ) can be found on the District's website, by clicking on the “Transportation” tab, or by contacting the Transportation Office at 530-2707. At the beginning of each school year, post cards with the student’s busing information are mailed to the address on file. Contact the Transportation Office if your busing needs change throughout the year. Changes in bus stops must be approved by the Transportation Office. Students are not permitted to transfer to other stops and/or routes without prior approval. These transfers will only be granted in cases of extreme emergency and if there are seats available on the bus. For the safe and efficient operation of the District’s transportation system, the following rules must be observed:
STUDENT ASSISTANCE PROGRAM. Valencia College has contracted with a private and confidential counseling service (Bay Care Behavioral Health Student Assistance Program (SAP)) to provide FREE short-term assistance to students who need to resolve problems that are affecting their college performance. Examples might include: stress, relationship/family issues, alcohol/drug problems, eating disorders, depression, and gender issues. Students who are experiencing any of these issues and who are enrolled in credit classes at Valencia should call the toll-free number 0-000-000-0000 to speak to a professional counselor. If needed, the counselor may refer the student to appropriate resources or to speak face-to-face with a licensed counselor. For more information, call or visit a Counselor in Student Services on any campus. SUPPORT FOR STUDENTS WITH FOOD/HOUSING/FINANCIAL NEEDS: Any student who has difficulty accessing sufficient food to eat, or who lacks a safe and stable place to live, and believes this may affect his or her performance in the course, is urged to meet with a Counselor in the Advising Center for information about resources that may be available from the college or community. FERPA (Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act): FERPA is a Federal law that is administered by the Family Policy Compliance Office (Office) in the U.S. Department of Education (Department). 20 U.S.C. § 1232G; 34 CFR Part 99. XXXXX affords students certain rights with respect to their educational records. Valencia College has a firm commitment to protecting the privacy rights of its students. For further information on FERPA, see: xxxx://xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx.xxx/ferpa/xxxxxxx.xxx#whatis TITLE IX: Valencia College strives to be a place free from all forms of discrimination. Title IX protects students from discrimination based upon sex including protections against sexual violence, domestic violence, and stalking. This also includes protections for students who are pregnant or may become pregnant. If you experience sexual violence, domestic violence, or stalking and would like assistance there are several options available to you. Valencia partners with the Victim Service Center of Central Florida which is a confidential resource available 24/7. They can be reached by calling 000-000-0000. If you would like assistance on campus, you can go to xxx.xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx.xxx/xx or contact Valencia College’s Title IX and Equal Opportunity Officer, Xxxx Xxxx, by emailing xxxxx0@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx.xxx. If you would like to rep...
STUDENT ASSISTANCE PROGRAM. Valencia College is interested in making sure all our students have a rewarding and successful college experience. To that purpose, Valencia students can get immediate help with issues dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, adjustment difficulties, substance abuse, time management as well as relationship problems dealing with school, home, or work. BayCare Behavioral Health Student Assistance Program (SAP) services are free to all Valencia students and available 24 hours a day by calling (000) 000-0000. Free face-to-face counseling is also available. Any student who has difficulty accessing sufficient food to eat, or who lacks a safe and stable place to live and believes this may affect his or her performance in the course, is urged to meet with a Counselor in the Advising Center for information about resources that may be available from the college or community.
