What is the CARE Team?

The CARE Team is a team of faculty members and support personnel trained to identify and assist high risk students who are having difficulty in school due to depression, alcohol and/or drug abuse, or other mental health problems.

Why does Springfield Middle School have this program?

The primary responsibility of our school is to educate. If a student is depressed or feeling hopeless, the student cannot learn as effectively. If a student is under the influence of alcohol or drugs, the student cannot learn. If a student's behavior is disruptive to the school environment, other students will not be able to learn and teachers will not be able to teach.

Who refers students to the CARE Team?

A student may be referred by a teacher, parent, counselor, nurse, administrator, psychologist, or by self-referral.

What happens when a student is referred to the CARE Team?

• Information is gathered concerning academics, discipline, behavior, health, appearance, and activities.

• CARE assesses the need for intervention.

• Support and referral services are provided according to student need.

How can referrals be made?

Contact any member of the CARE Team at 215-233-6070.