The objective of this program is to address the post-pandemic mental health crisis of school avoidant behavior, often referred to as school refusal or chronic absenteeism, experienced by children in grades K-12.
This is a preventative program for children who have generalized anxiety about attending school, inconsistent school attendance, and difficulty getting to school and attending classes while in the school building.
Goals:
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To address the issue of school avoidance before it escalates into school refusal
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To increase school attendance amongst participants
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To provide emotional support, resources and community for students and families
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To provide psychoeducational support for parents
There are Four Different Group Options:
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Lower Elementary: Grades K-2
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Upper Elementary: Grades 3-5
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Middle School: Grades 6-8
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High School: Grades 9-12
Parent & Family Component
Weekly psychoeducational support groups for parents and caregivers, plus sibling support component.
Each “camp” group will meet for a total of 12 in-person sessions: 3 sessions/week on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays, for 4 consecutive weeks.
Parents will meet for 4 zoom sessions on Monday at 8pm or Thursday at 12pm.
Siblings will meet for 2 zoom sessions, TBD.
| Group | Available Weeks |
| Lower Elementary grades K-2: 2:30pm-3:15 pm |
Week 1: Aug 15-17 Week 2: Aug 22-24 Week 3: Aug 29-31 Week 4: Sep 5-7 |
| Upper Elementary grades 3-5: 3:30-4:30 pm |
Week 1: Aug 15-17 Week 2: Aug 22-24 Week 3: Aug 29-31 Week 4: Sep 5-7 |
| Middle School grades 6-8: 4:45-5:45 pm |
Week 1: Aug 15-17 Week 2: Aug 22-24 Week 3: Aug 29-31 Week 4: Sep 5-7 |
| High School grades 9-12: 6:00-7:00 pm |
Week 1: Aug 15-17 Week 2: Aug 22-24 Week 3: Aug 29-31 Week 4: Sep 5-7 |
Post-Group Aftercare & Additional Support
- There will be an option of 8-week follow-up support groups for students who are interested.
- Students that may require additional onsite school support will be referred to MPG 360
- Students that may require additional academic support will be referred to MPG Tutoring
Group Details
Each group will require a minimum of 3 students and be capped at a maximum of 6 students.
Group Leader: Kim Emile, LMSW
Intakes
Intakes will be required to assess fit and need of student and family:
- 60 minutes with parents
- 30 minutes with Elementary-aged participants
- 45 minutes with all Middle School and High School-aged participants
Pricing
The cost is $5880 fee, inclusive of the parent and sibling sessions.
Early Bird cost is $5580 for early enrollment ($300 savings).
