Student Support Team

The Platt Student Support Team is made up of a group of professionals from various disciplines within the school. The team works together to provide early intervention strategies for students who have been identified as exhibiting at-risk behavior(s) that are having a negative impact on school success. The goal of SST is to prevent the development and/or escalation of at-risk behaviors by addressing both these behaviors and the underlying concerns and causes.

Referrals may be made to the SST by school personnel, family members, friends, outside agencies or the students themselves. (Referral forms are available in a Google Doc). Behaviors of concern may include changes in behavior, school performance and/or attendance issues. Generally, other strategies have been implemented prior to the SST referral such as phone calls home, meetings with parents and other teachers, and/or consultation with support staff.

Upon assessment of the student’s needs, the team recommends actions that may include academic modifications or assistance, individual or group counseling, mentoring and/or referrals to a variety of outside agencies. SST encourages parental input and involvement. The SST also functions to ensure that state laws and school district policies are being followed during the discussion of each student.

Student Support Team Teacher Q & A

When should a teacher refer a student to the Student Support Team?
When grades, behavior, and/or attendance are suffering. Teachers should have interventions in place before the referral.  

For how long should the intervention be put in place?
It depends on the situation. If there are dramatic changes in the student demeanor, attendance, or behavior a referral should be done. When in doubt notify a school counselor, support staff member, or administrator.

When should I attend a SST meeting?
It is very important for the referring teacher to attend the SST meeting. Also, if you have a student that has been reported you should do your best to be at the meeting.

How important is it for ALL the student's teachers to fill out the SST report?
All classroom teachers need to fill out this important report. The SST members need this report for responding appropriately to the referral.

If you have any other questions or concerns please contact Joseph Laskowski, Dean of Students.