Prevention Strategies & Programs

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Mental Health & Wellness Service Delivery during School Closures

The VDOE, Office of Student Services (OSS), has compiled Instructional Support Mental Health Resources During School Closures-This is a Word document. (Word) to assist division instructional support personnel with mental health and wellness service delivery during school closures. Specialized Instructional Support Personnel (SISP) include school counselors, school psychologists, school social workers, and school nurses

Virginia Community School Framework (VCSF)

The Virginia Community School Framework (VCSF) seeks to remove nonacademic barriers to learning as a means to enhance student academic success. Community schools vigorously pursue equity by creating opportunities, empowering communities, providing wrap-around services, and meeting students where they are, every day. Policies, practices, and supports allow for flexibility that put students first.