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Frequently Asked Questions Regarding Student Services Program in Harford County


What are Student Services?

Harford County Public Schools provide a variety of specialized services intended to optimize learning for all students. Coordinated Student Services support the instructional programs within our schools by addressing barriers to learning and promoting the healthy development of students.

What types of Student Services are available?

Direct Services:
  • Counseling
  • Assessment and Appraisal
  • Classroom Instruction
  • Prevention and Management of Health Problems
  • Crisis Intervention
  • Program Adjustments or Placements
  • Home and Hospital Teaching
Indirect Services:
  • Staff and Parent Consultation
  • Case Management and Monitoring
  • Collect and Analyze Data
  • Referral to Community Services
  • Workshops and Presentations


When might Student Services be needed?

Educational:
  • Failing grades
  • Poor work habits and study skills
  • Career Development Counseling
  • Classroom Accommodations and Modifications
  • Screening for students who may be disabled
Personal/Social
  • Aggressive Behavior
  • Truancy/School Refusal
  • Frequent Discipline Problems
  • Withdrawing Behavior
  • Unsatisfactory School and/or Home Relationships
Health
  • Medications
  • Emergency Assistance
  • Vision, Hearing and Scoliosis Screenings
  • Assistance for students with medical disabilities
Other:
  • Special Enrollments: Boundary Exceptions and Caretaker Situations
  • Registration for Home Schooling/Instruction

    How are these services obtained?

    Referrals for Student Services typically originate in the local school Pupil Services Team Conference, which is held on a regular basis. This team concentrates on exploring alternatives that may help students function more effectively. After a review of the case, the team may recommend that one or more specialists be assigned for appropriate service. In some cases, an individual intervention plan will be developed for the student.

    Parents who feel that their student has need of specialized services should contact the student's school or the Office of Student Services (410)588-5334.

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