INSTRUCTIONAL SUPPORT PROGRAM - The Instructional Support Program in the Bradford Area Elementary and Middle Schools are designed to address the needs of students in the areas of academics, behavior, and coping concerns. A parent or staff member may initiate the process by submitting a request to the designated Instructional Support person at G.G. Blaisdell Elementary School and School Street Elementary School, and Floyd C. Fretz Middle School. The Instructional Support Team (IST) which includes the parent, requesting teachers, instructional support designee, principal, and other staff members as needed, will generate a plan to meet the child's specific needs or document the need for further evaluation.

STUDENT ASSISTANCE PROGRAM - The Student Assistance Program (SAP) referred to as the Student Support Team (SST) is available to all students in the Bradford Area Secondary Schools. SAP is able to help students experiencing mental health and/or drug and alcohol related problems. Students with on-going attendance, behavior or academic concerns may be referred to the SAP Team for intervention. Students in need, parents, school personnel or other concerned persons may initiate referrals to the SAP Team. More information regarding SAP may be obtained by contacting the school principal, school counselors, or school nurse.

ADDITIONAL PROGRAMS/SERVICES

TESTING PROGRAM - The Bradford Area School District has a board approved procedure designed to provide information concerning the proficiency of students in the district on standardized tests of academic achievement and aptitude. The following tests are given at selected grade levels: the Pennsylvania System of School Assessment (PSSA), Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB) (grades 11-12), and the Terra Nova test, and other assessment as selected by the school counselors.