Student Assistance Program (SAP)
Updated: March 04, 2026
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SAP TEAM Members
SAP TEAM Members
Mrs. Charity Colebank - Principal
Ms. Kaely Potochnik - Assistant Principal
Mrs. Lauren Dillon - School Counselor
Mrs. Keera Miller - School Counselor
Mrs. Cathy Pallygus - School Nurse
Mr. Sean Cartwright - Teacher
Mrs. Kim Kelley - Teacher
Mr. David Ozias- SAP Liaison - WCSI
What is SAP ? The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania's Student Assistance Program is designed to assist school personnel in identifying issues which pose a barrier to a student's success. The primary goal of SAP is to help students overcome these barriers in order that they may achieve to their fullest potential in academic and social environments.
What is SAP ? The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania's Student Assistance Program is designed to assist school personnel in identifying issues which pose a barrier to a student's success. The primary goal of SAP is to help students overcome these barriers in order that they may achieve to their fullest potential in academic and social environments.
The SAP Process
1. Referral - Anyone can refer a student to SAP when they are concerned about someone's behavior. The student can be referred by a school staff member, their friend or a family member. The student may go directly to a SAP team member and ask for help. The SAP team will contact parents for permission to proceed with the SAP process. Written parental/guardian consent necessary for the SAP process to proceed.
2. Team Planning - The SAP team gathers information about the student's performance in school from all school personnel who have contact with the student. Together, a plan is developed that includes strategies for removing the learning barriers and promoting the student's academic and personal success to include in-school and /or community based services and activities.
3. Intervention and Recommendations- The plan is put into action. The team assists in linking the student to in-school and/or community- based services and activities.
4. Support and Follow-Up - The SAP team continues to work with and support the student and his/her family. Follow-up includes monitoring , mentoring, and motivating for academic success.
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