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.

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.

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.

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.