Family and Student Support Services
Pottstown School District currently has one Social Work, two Home and School Visitors and a Residency Coordinator that work throughout our district buildings. These student services caseworkers act as a consistent liaison between the home, school, and community for all students, especially our most at-risk students. Our school caseworkers use a team approach to address obstacles that interfere with student achievement.
Advocacy | Case Management | Referrals |
Collaboration | Consultation | Community Agency Liaison |
Coordination | Facilitation | Home/School/Liaison |
What services do Student Services Personnel provide?
Addressing attendance issues that impact school learning and performance
Assist with residency issues
Assistance with applying for CHIP or Medical Assistance and follow up
Collaborate with school team, family and students to meet student needs whether it is in the home, community, or school
Collaborate with the school and family to address financial issues that may impact academic success
Coordinate with the school and OCY staff to aid foster care students with addressing any barriers to their academic success
Information and referrals for a variety of social service agencies in the community (Children and Youth Services, various MH providers, medical providers, dental providers, housing assistance)
Locate material needs by way of school, community, and government programs (coats, school supplies, backpacks)
Provide a safe environment where students can feel comfortable expressing issues or concerns