Student Support Personnel

Having professional student support personnel as integrated members of the school staff empowers principals to more efficiently and effectively deploy resources, ensure coordination of services, evaluate their effectiveness, and adjust supports to meet the dynamic need of their student population. 

Improving access also allows for enhanced collaboration with community providers to meet the more intense or clinical needs of students. The general roles and responsibilities may differ by county and by school. 

Professional Student Support Personnel

Student support personnel provide direct support services to students, including emotional and social support and addressing issues such as chronic absenteeism. These roles include:

• School Counselors - School counselors are certified/licensed educators who improve student success for all students by implementing a comprehensive school counseling program.
• School Nurses - School nurses are certified/licensed professionals who protect and promote student health, facilitate optimal development, and advance academic success.
• School Psychologists - School psychologists are certified/licensed professionals who improve student success for all students by following the NASP Model for Comprehensive and Integrated School Psychological Services.