Overview
of Pupil Personnel Services
Pupil Personnel Services (PPS) is an integral part of the total education
program. The Pupil Personnel Services Department includes DoDEA school
nurses, school counselors, school psychologists and school social
workers (located only in certain locations). The PPS staff members
at each DoDEA school partner with parents, community, students and
other educators to assist in creating an educational environment conductive
of academic, personal, social and career growth of all students. Pupil
Personnel Services staff members are extensively involved in implementing
programs that support DoDEA Community Strategic Goal 1, to assist
all students reach their maximum academic potential so they are prepared
for continuous learning and productive citizenship.
School
Psychological Services
- School Guidance Counseling Services
- School Health Services - Confidentiality
of PPS - Resources
Confidentiality
of Pupil Personnel Services
Counseling is conducted with students and parents individually and
in small groups when requested and determined appropriate. School
counseling is short-term, voluntary and confidential. Parental permission
is obtained prior to any extended individual or group counseling.
Pupil Personnel Services staff may assess students at-risk without
parent permission.
Confidentiality of student and family information is a priority
for Pupil Personnel Staff Members. Information will remain confidential
unless there is a need to know such as the threat of danger to one's
self or others.
Nondiscrimination
and Accommodation on the Basis of Disability in DoDEA Programs
and Activities
PPS Manuals
DoDEA
Manual 2946.4, "School Psychological Services"
DoDEA
Manual 2946.2, "School Counseling Services" |
