Dearborn's Student Success Team (SST):
 An Early Intervention Program

The Student Success Team is an excellent early intervention program. It is a function of the general education program. Our team consists of an administrator, chairperson, classroom teacher, literacy coach, a special education teacher, and the parent(s) or guardian(s). When necessary the team may call upon former teachers, the school nurse, school psychologist, or other appropriate personnel to attend meetings as well.

The team uses a systematic problem solving approach to assist students who are having difficulties in academics, behavior, health, attendance, or other school-related issues. The team identifies each student's strengths, discusses previous interventions tried, clarifies problems and concerns, and provides support for these issues. Assistance is provided as strategies to be used by teachers or parents as well as provide organization resources that may be available through the district, county, or state. Follow-up meetings are often scheduled within 2 to 5 months to monitor the results of the interventions and discuss possible referral for special education assessment.

Marti Spero, SST Chairperson