What is the YSC? The Youth Service Center (YSC) at Westport Middle School, within Jefferson County Public Schools (JCPS), focuses on removing non-academic barriers to student success. Their services include referrals to health and social services, career exploration, substance abuse support, and family/mental health counseling. 

Key aspects of the YSC at Westport Middle School:

Purpose: To address non-academic factors that hinder student learning. 

Services:

• Referrals to health and social services. 

• Career exploration and development. 

• Substance abuse education and counseling. 

• Family crisis and mental health counseling. 

• Holiday assistance. 

• Peer mediation. 

• Health-related school activities. 

• Uniform assistance. 

• Family nights.