The Benefits of Using In-District Programs and Services (1)

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The Benefits of Using In-District Programs and
Services
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Why In-District Services?

• Each year, child study teams struggle to assist
  classes overwhelmed by students with special
  needs. Schools that lack the time and resources
  to offer quality therapeutic services can benefit
  from supplementing in-district programs. Placing
  qualified mental health professionals in school
  districts is crucial for offering convenient,
  on-site support that allows students to achieve
  growth while remaining in a familiar environment.

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Offers Early Intervention

• In-district programs are key for identifying the
  first signs of academic struggle. State-approved
  clinicians use classroom observations and
  extensive documentation to locate and proactively
  address common behaviors like anxiety, panic
  attacks, and school avoidance. The sooner
  problems can be identified, the easier they are
  to mitigate. If left unchecked, issues can become
  more severe and require intensive treatment.

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Reduces Out-of-District Placements

• In-district programs aim to make students feel
  accepted in their own community. Auxiliary
  professionals work with schools to minimize the
  need for out-of-district placements, assisting
  by
• Prescribing treatment that is in line with
  specific areas of importance at individual
  institutions.
• Providing training and support to existing school
  personnel.
• Coordinating care with third-party practices.
• Offering flexible hours to facilitate family
  counseling.

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Creates Convenient On-Site Support

• With in-district specialists in place, there are
  fewer delays in the recovery process. Frequent
  on-site supervision affords a fast response time
  to foster ongoing development for troubled
  students. Having a professional team on hand can
  also minimize risk of student decompensation and
  provide immediate help in crisis situations.

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Supports School Faculty

• Many in-district programs hire licensed clinical
  social workers, counselors, and psychologists
  that have experience in both public and charter
  school settings. In-district staff are specially
  trained to help school faculty and administration
  with day-to-day needs, such as
• Leading presentations and training for school
  personnel.
• Creating curriculum designed to meet needs of
  both student and district.
• Providing psychoeducation for parents and
  guardians.

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Uses an Individualized Approach

• Discouraged students often need a trusted
  supervisor to confide in. In many cases, this
  need is met with individual counseling.
  In-district staff can provide one-on-one
  treatment to create a consistent support system
  that urges optimal results.

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Assists with Group Therapy

• In-district counselors work extensively with
  other school personnel and educators when
  considering the personal, social, emotional, and
  academic well-being of each student. For some
  students, a combination of individual and group
  therapy can achieve desired results. In group
  counseling, students learn from and gain support
  from one another, which can be a very effective
  way for teens to explore their needs and
  emotions.

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Designed to Work with Families

• In-district specialists also have the resources
  to work closely with students families. This
  helps extend the therapeutic relationship from
  school sessions to the home. Many professionals
  will even make time after school hours or on
  weekends in order to meet varied schedules.

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• Sage Day is a network of therapeutic institutions
  located in northern New Jersey. We provide an
  alternative learning environment for students who
  struggle with low academic performance due to
  emotional challenges. In addition to leading
  several New Jersey campuses, we also offer Sage
  Day In-District Services to fill the gap in
  service between traditional in-school support and
  out-of-district placement. We have experience
  with running a successful institution and know
  how to integrate support into every school day.
• For more information, please visit
• www.sageday.com/locations/sage-in-district-program