The Children's Safety Network has designed this packet to inform school personnel, injury prevention professionals, parents, and others about the extent of the problem of injuries in the school environment and to stimulate dialogue about possible solutions. An annotated bibliography of selected resources, journal articles, studies, and state and federal reports. Topics include playgrounds and sports, students with special needs, legal and liability issues, transportation, and violence. The psychologist is also available to meet with students individually on an as-needed basis. However, students who may need intensive counseling are referred to area community health centers.
Staff closely monitor student progress.
Although the program was designed under the assumption that the average student would require 2 years of service before returning to the regular school, nearly 45 percent are judged ready after 1 year. Fewer than 15 percent of students entering the program are unable to complete it. More than 25 percent are able to complete some college-level work before leaving the CA program.