Why Bridges?

The Bridges Program supports students in a clinically informed, trauma-sensitive environment. 

A dedicated staff team provides services in four key areas: 

❖ Direct clinical supports to students: intentional/planned clinical supports (customized to each student), on demand supports; crisis intervention where needed.

❖ Academic coordination: direct academic support (tutoring) along with communication/negotiation with a student’s teachers to modify assignments and/or secure direct teacher support as needed for the student to demonstrate sufficient mastery to accrue credits. 

❖ Family engagement: consistent, culturally appropriate two-way communication with parents/guardians about student progress needs; provision of support, learning, and leadership opportunities for family members. 

❖ Care coordination: consultation/collaboration with all in-school supports and collateral providers (available to each student to maximize her/his success.

Note: Bridges Program does not have the capacity to work effectively with students who behave in a way that consistently traumatizes/re-traumatizes other students in the program. If a student becomes a behavioral/disciplinary concern after admittance to the program, a behavior contract will be discussed at a meeting with parents/guardians, administration, Bridges Program staff, and support personnel.