Student Assistance Program (SAP)

The Pennsylvania Student Assistance Program (SAP) is a systematic team process used to mobilize school resources to remove barriers to learning. SAP is designed to assist in identifying issues including alcohol, tobacco, other drugs, and mental health issues which pose a barrier to a student's success. The primary goal of the Student Assistance Program is to help students overcome these barriers so that they may achieve, advance, and remain in school. While Student Assistance Programs exist in other areas of the country, the structure and operation of the program in Pennsylvania is a unique expression of an integrated model serving the needs of Pennsylvania families and students.

Northley’s SAP team meets weekly. This team aims to identify and assist students with healthy coping alternatives. The program provides confidential services for students whose personal concerns may be affecting their performance or behavior at school. Students and families are encouraged to use this program for help.

If you would like to refer your child to SAP, please contact your child’s counselor.

You can get more information at the SAP website in Pennsylvania.