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Student Supports

Mental Health Services 


At WMAA, we recognize the significant impact a student’s mental health has on their overall success in school. Research shows that students who receive social-emotional and mental health support are more likely to achieve academically and develop essential life skills.

To meet these needs, WMAA’s Mental Health Team—including the School Counselors and School Social Worker—provides a range of supportive services within the school environment. This team meets monthly to review student needs, coordinate services, and ensure effective support.

Wrap-around services provided by the team include:

  • Solution-focused brief therapy and crisis intervention
  • Support groups facilitated through the TRAILS program
  • Referrals to community mental health agencies
  • Universal wellness screenings to proactively identify student needs

By integrating mental health support into the school setting, WMAA is committed to fostering a safe, supportive environment where all students can thrive socially, emotionally, and academically.

MTSS


Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) is a comprehensive framework designed to provide all students with the best opportunities to succeed academically, behaviorally, and socially. This system ensures that support is proactive, data-driven, and tailored to meet the diverse needs of students within the general education setting.

As part of our MTSS process, the Student Assistance Team (SAT) meets bi-weekly to review student data, consider referrals, and develop individualized intervention strategies when needed. These strategies are designed to align with each student’s unique strengths and areas of growth.

In addition to the SAT, our school utilizes a Behavior Team, which meets weekly to monitor student behavior trends and implement targeted behavioral supports. We also have an Attendance Team that meets monthly to address attendance concerns and promote consistent student engagement.

Through the collaboration of these teams, we are committed to ensuring that every student receives the academic, behavioral, and social-emotional support necessary to thrive.

Summer School


West Michigan Aviation Academy offers summer school to all students who need to recover credits missed from the previous school year. WMAA provides this six-week program in an effort to keep students on track for graduation. Students may enroll in two summer school courses at a time, and all courses are offered online. Questions regarding summer school should be directed to your student’s counselor.

English Language Learning


Students attending WMAA have different levels of English proficiency. As such, WMAA provides a range of programs and supports to meet the needs of each student, as well as their family. WMAA provides translation and interpretation services to ensure both English learners and their families can be an active participant in our school community.

Identified English Learners (Els) and former English Learners (FELs) have access to a variety of programs and services based on their proficiency levels. ELs have a developed Language Acquisition Plan (LAP) as well as access to direct language instruction (see the Course Selection Handbook for more information).

Both ELs and FELs receive additional support through team communications, provision of resources and materials, and frequent monitoring.

Special Education


WMAA provides special education services to qualifying students. Special education programs and services provide specially designed instruction to address the unique needs of each eligible student. Based on qualifying criteria and data, students may also receive support from a resource room teacher, teacher consultant, or related services provider through their Individualized Education Plan (IEP).

Special education is provided at no cost to parents and includes the related services a student needs to access her/his educational program.

504 Plans 


Students with physical or mental impairments that substantially limit a major life activity may be eligible for services under Section 504. Section 504 is intended to “level the playing field” to ensure that equal opportunities exist for students with and without disabilities.

If a student is found eligible under Section 504, a plan will be developed which may include accommodations and/or services to provide equal access to the educational environment.