PAYS Task Force - Following receipt of the 2019 survey results
The Pennsylvania Youth Survey (PAYS) Task Force is a group
of dedicated Wyomissing Area stakeholders who are committed to using the
results from the PAYS to improve programs and services for the Wyomissing Area
community.
The PAYS Task Force studied the needs of the Wyomissing Area
and identified tasks for completion. The following are some highlights of the
work done by the PAYS Task Force, as well as other groups, to improve programs
and services:
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Increase school counseling services available by
adding a .5 school counselor position at WHEC
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Implement PATHS curriculum in grades K-5
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Expand participation in Red Ribbon week to
include grades K-4
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5th and 6th graders to be
provided with Clear Facts nicotine prevention program
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Develop individual intervention options for
student marijuana/vaping use
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Provide opportunities for student athletes to
participate in Peak Performance Leadership Academy
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Increase agency involvement in IEP team and
discipline meetings
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Allow for parent participation in Prevention
Resources and Education Program for parents (PREP)
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In response to the pandemic and option for
virtual school programming, implemented a telehealth approach to allow for
students seeking support from our eSAP and SAP programs to access services
(through Caron Foundation)
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In response to the pandemic, provided electronic
options for providing referrals and consent for school based mental health
services and assessments (through Caron Foundation)