Student Wellness and Success Funds
Use of funds
In accordance with Ohio law, at least 50% of Student Wellness and Success Funds distributed to the Autism Academy of Learning will be spent on physical or mental health services. The Autism Academy of Learning will use Student Wellness and Success Funds to provide services from School Psychologists, Occupational Therapists, and other physical and mental health providers as necessary to effectively support our student population.
Name and describe coordination with community partners
Recent updates to Ohio laws aim to ensure districts and schools prioritize physical and mental health needs of students through strategic community partnerships. The Autism Academy of Learning has developed partnerships with PSI, Sunshine Communities, and The Educational Service Center of Lake Erie West.
Describe the anticipated impact of the utilization of funds
Due to the allocation of the funds, approximately 55 students at the Autism Academy of Learning will be impacted by the services. Our objective is to provide services for students including prevention programming, classroom support, group services, and individualized services, which will improve individual mental and behavioral health as well as overall school culture.
Please see the following website for information on Student Wellness and Success Funds and Disadvantaged Pupil Impact Aid - https://education.ohio.gov/Topics/Student-Supports/School-Wellness/Supporting-Student-Wellness#Uses%C2%A0