Respondents reported that their agencies provided 88 services for school-aged children and their families, of which 56 were provided through schools, at least occasionally. Other types of school-linked services were child care, child welfare, family support, family welfare, child health, mental health, juvenile justice, and youth employment. Respondents from all agencies agreed that the most critical needs of children and their families are comprehensive affordable health care, social services that promote family self- sufficiency, and flexible school environments that provide for students' educational needs in scheduling and curriculum. Implications for public policy are discussed. The survey data are presented in 8 tables.
Appendices contain the survey questionnaire and a list of coordinated services in the region.
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