What happens when a student needs support at school — the NSBSD pathway

The North Slope Borough School District pathway when a student needs support. Step 1: A student, parent or staff member becomes aware a student needs support. However it is disclosed, the school administrator or guidance counselor is notified and coordinates with the District's Student Services Team. Step 2: The first responding staff make sure the student is immediately safe, for themself and others. If in immediate danger, the school calls first responders (911), who may screen, transport and provide immediate medical intervention. Step 3: The Student Services Team partners with the student's parents or guardians to create a plan. They reach out to the student, then contact the guardian to come to the school. Step 4: The team decides with the student and guardian whether a behavioral health connection is needed. If not, they create a Safety Plan for home and school. If yes, they review the options together. Step 5: If needed, the school connects the family to IBH (NSB Integrated Behavioral Health, 907-852-0366): initial connection, student assessment, and assignment to a provider. If the guardian completes a Release of Information (ROI), the District team keeps monitoring and makes additional connections. Step 6: The District team keeps following up, checking in and reassessing the student's status and needs, helping the family, holding sessions with the student as needed, and updating the care plan. NSBSD Student Services: 907-852-9651. (Source: North Slope Borough Health & Social Services resource guide.)