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School-based wraparound planning: integrating services for students with emotional and behavioral needs
1Illinois State Board of Education EBD Network, La Grange, Area Department of Special Education, USA.
The American Journal of Orthopsychiatry
|July 1, 1997
Summary
The wraparound process, a flexible service planning method, is being applied in schools to support students with emotional and behavioral challenges. This approach enhances school effectiveness in serving at-risk youth.
Area of Science:
- Child and Adolescent Psychology
- Educational Psychology
- Social Work
Background:
- Wraparound planning originated in community-based programs for youth with serious emotional disturbance.
- There is a need for effective strategies to support students with emotional and behavioral challenges in educational settings.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe the application of the wraparound process in schools.
- To illustrate wraparound implementation through various initiatives.
- To identify strategies for improving school-based support for students with emotional and behavioral challenges.
Main Methods:
- Case studies of local, statewide, and national wraparound initiatives in schools.
- Analysis of program experiences and outcomes.
Main Results:
- Wraparound can be adapted for school environments.
- Successful implementation involves tailored strategies for student needs.
- School-based wraparound shows promise in serving students with or at risk of emotional and behavioral challenges.
Conclusions:
- The wraparound process offers a viable framework for enhancing school-based services.
- Strategic implementation is key to improving outcomes for students with emotional and behavioral challenges.
- Further research and dissemination of best practices are recommended.