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School Based Services

School Based Services

While mental health supports are often lacking in many schools, ICAN’s School-Based Services are a resource to fill this gap, and promote children’s health and well-being. ICAN is, and has been, the premier provider of children's mental health services in our community for over 26 years.

Program Overview

Within our School Based Services, we have the unique ability to provide an array of custom-tailored support services to meet each school district’s individual needs. Our services can include a comprehensive program providing intensive mental health supports within a special education classroom setting, such as our STARRS and ARCHES programs; a full-time behavior specialist; the ability to access our network of providers through our SPIN services; and customized training for staff, students and parents. All programs utilize evidence-based principles and are centered around our core philosophy of Wraparound care.

Our School Based Services often prove critical in the ultimate success of students, due to the lack of mental health supports and pro-social emotional supports available for students. Our services are unique in that they follow students beyond the classroom and into their homes.

Criteria

We can service any student in grades K-12, including youth in Alternative Education and/or Vocational settings.

Making A Referral

Due to the flexibility and customization of our school-based programs and services, each program is designed in partnership with each respective school district. Inquiries about available services can be directed to our Director of Community Initiatives at nzumpano@ican.family or (315) 801-5706.

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School buildings are being support in the region
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ICAN School-Based professionals are in schools outside of the Utica City School District
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Partnering school districts and 2 colleges

School Based Services

We can provide School-Based Services in any school district within the Mohawk Valley and beyond.

Currently, we have intensive programs in Madison Oneida BOCES and Herkimer BOCES. We provide staffing support in Cooperstown, Utica, and Cherry Valley Springfield Central School Districts, and we have provided SPIN/KEY/and/or other Training Services for the following districts: Canastota, Cooperstown, Notre Dame, Oneonta, Richfield Springs, Rome, Sauquoit, Whitesboro, and New Hartford.

Why Consider School Based Services

Our Team Approach

We embrace the Wraparound model for all of our care, services and programs. Our staff works collaboratively to develop and implement customized treatment plans for the individuals and families in our programs, and each team member contributes to our clients’ successes.

Empowerment & Support

At ICAN, we strive to empower and support individuals and families facing life challenges, by providing them with the tools to make the best decisions for themselves and their families. We assist them with succeeding in any goal they may have set, whether it be recovering from addiction, finding success in the classroom, creating a healthy home for their family as they anticipate the birth of a child, or seeking support and community resources, all while keeping families together as they process through their traumas.

Access To Resources

We connect individuals and families with critical community resources, such as access to physical and mental health providers, employment opportunities, housing options, peer support groups, and Wraparound services. We understand that access to some of these services can be difficult to attain during certain life challenges, and we are here to help individuals and families overcome this obstacle.

What People Have To Say About School Based Services

Our health and wellness coordinator is the heart and soul of our school building. The position allows us to make proactive decisions for supporting our learners. She has developed authentic, trusting, and caring relationships with students that allow her to really get to the root of student strengths, needs, and opportunities. These deep connections help shape a positive culture for our children and adults alike, and helps us to foster… Read More

Jessica M., EdD

Primary Elementary Principal, Westmoreland

ICAN has changed our lives. I went from being lost as a mother, wondering how I would work and
provide my son with an education. When he was put into ICAN’S program, I found my answer. The staff is truly amazing, patient and caring. I could not ask for a better team for my son. I know he is in great hands. He actually enjoys going to school now, and it’s… Read More

Anastasia D.

Parent, STARRS program at Madison Oneida BOCES

When working with ICAN, you feel as though everyone is on the same page working toward the same goals. They’re incredibly collaborative, always happy to listen and brainstorm. They don’t just come in with a one-size-fits-all program; they take the time to understand the unique needs of each school district. What really impressed me is how dedicated they are to the kids and families in our region. They’re constantly working… Read More

Kevin H.

Director of Educational Services, Oneida-Herkimer-Madison BOCES

Working collaboratively with ICAN has been an incredibly positive experience for our school community. Their presence adds an important layer to our program that has been super effective in strengthening the supports available to our students and staff. Through a team-based approach, ICAN works alongside us to help students move in a positive direction, providing layered supports and a variety of practical strategies we can use daily. This partner-
ship has… Read More

Krista K.

Assistant Principal ARCHES K-12, Pathways Academy, Co-Chair, BOCES Wellness Committee Herkimer-Fulton-Hamilton-Otsego BOCES