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The mission of the Student Services Department is to promote mental health and educational development in Hernando County’s children and youth. We provide focused interventions that lead to positive academic, social, and emotional outcomes for students, families, schools, and the community.

 

 

Our Culture Statement

Student Services is a multidisciplinary team of professionals dedicated to supporting students, staff, and families. We believe in the power of collaboration to unite schools, families, and the community. Through this partnership, we empower students, inspire achievement, respect diversity, and create pathways for lifelong learning and success.

 

  • Address Verifications (Attendance Assistants)

    Driver’s License Suspensions

    Problem Solving / Response to Intervention / MTSS

    Registrars

    Student Work Waivers

    Truancy Prevention

     

     

     

  • Behavior Intervention Plans (504)

    Behavioral Assessments

    Comprehensive Social Development Studies (CSDS)

    Functional Behavioral Assessments (504)

    Psycho-Educational Evaluations

    Section 504 Evaluations

     

  • Anti-Bullying / Harassment / Teen Dating Violence

    Administrative Hearings

    Expulsions & Pre-Expulsion Referrals

    Student Code of Conduct & Discipline

    Suicide Assessments

     

     

  • Care Manual

    Counseling Services

    Incarcerated Youth Program

    Intervention Groups

    Mental Health Services

    School Health & Clinics

    Substance Abuse Education, Screening & Counseling

    Suicide Prevention & Assessments

    Teen Parenting

     

     

     

     

     

  • Formal Complaint Policy

 

Hear From Our Director

Dear Students, Parents, Staff, and Community Members,

Welcome to Student Services at Hernando School District. Our mission is to promote mental health and educational development in Hernando County’s children and youth through focused interventions that lead to positive academic, social, and emotional outcomes. We are a multidisciplinary team of professionals dedicated to supporting students, staff, and families, and we believe in the power of collaboration to unite schools, families, and the community. Through these partnerships, we empower students, inspire achievement, respect diversity, and create pathways for lifelong learning and success. Student Services is committed to ensuring every student feels safe, supported, and valued. By working together, we provide the tools and resources needed for students to thrive both in school and in life.

Thank you for your continued support of Hernando School District. Together, we will achieve great things!

Jill Kolasa

Director of Student Services

 

 

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