In this episode of "School Wellness," host Amanda Hampton engages in an insightful discussion with Brice Frasure from Logan Hocking Schools. They delve into the pivotal role of Student Assistance Programming (SAP) in enhancing the well-being of students and staff. Brice shares how SAP, an evidence-based framework, aids in addressing non-academic barriers such as mental health, behavioral issues, and family concerns, creating a coordinated support system that complements existing educational initiatives.

Throughout the conversation, Amanda and Brice discuss the journey of implementing SAP at Logan Hocking Schools, emphasizing the challenges and successes of coordinating support structures in educational settings. They explore the importance of a systems approach, the necessity of stakeholder engagement, and the value of community partnerships. This episode shines a light on strategies for early identification, the power of referrals, and the critical role of staff wellness in maintaining robust educational programs. Keywords like "student assistance programs," "mental health support," and "community partnerships" are central themes woven throughout their dialogue.

• Coordinated Support Systems: Discover how SAP can align and enhance existing support frameworks within schools, tackling barriers to learning in a holistic manner.

• Role of Community Partnerships: Learn about the significance of engaging local agencies in creating a seamless support network for students and staff.

• Early Identification & Strengths-Based Referrals: Explore the value of screening tools and well-designed referral processes in identifying students' needs, while leveraging their strengths.

• Staff Wellness: Understand the importance of prioritizing staff wellness to ensure that educators can effectively support students.

• Continuous Improvement: Uncover the iterative nature of SAP implementation that allows schools to adapt and refine their strategies to meet evolving student requirements.

• "SAP provides a coordinated framework that looks at aligning services to meet whole child initiatives." - Brice Frasure

• "It's important that the support processes include the family voice; it's about working with them, not doing for them." - Brice Frasure

• "Schools can't fix everything, but we need to have systems in place to help coordinate support resources for removing barriers." - Brice Frasure

• "A lot of what we find successful are the things we adjust and adapt as needed; it's about aligning our systems effectively." - Brice Frasure

• "Staff wellness is essential because, without it, we can't adequately support students or sustain programs." - Brice Frasure

• Signs of Suicide - Nationwide Children's Hospital

• PBIS (Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports) resources

• 317 Board - Athens, Hocking, and Vinton County ADAMH Board

• SAP Resources - Library of materials to boost the SAP Program in your community or district

Explore more about these themes and gain comprehensive insights by tuning into the full episode. Stay connected for more enlightening discussions from the School Wellness series, aimed at enhancing educational environments through expert dialogues.

Discover more resources from the Ohio School-Based Center of Excellence for Prevention & Early Intervention at OhioSBCOE.