Student Support
Services
Every child is different, and some have special needs. Our role is to help children get the right support in partnership with their families. Our schools provide a wealth of resources and expertise.
Services offered
Different types of support are available. Contact your school ➔
The psychosocial sector includes services for students who may be affected by social and community challenges. These students can receive support from our specialized team.
At the local level, most school teams include the following stakeholders:
- Student support professional
- Student counselor
- Behaviour technicians
At the regional level, the psychosocial support team is comprised of the following stakeholders:
- Psychoeducator
- Regional student conselors
- Clinical supervisor—for student counselors and support professionals
- Psychologist—for behavioural and emotional assessments
- Anti-bullying education consultant
The special education sector aims to offer support to students facing learning challenges. These students have access to specific support measures to ensure their educational progress.
At the local level, most school teams offer:
- Educational services and remedial teaching follow-up services (in three languages)
- Support from a special education technician
At the regional level, the Complementary Services team is comprised of the following professionals:
- Education consultants—for direct support to teachers and special education technicians (in three languages)
- Speech therapists
- Psychologists—for the evaluation of learning
How can my child access these services?
The procedure is often initiated by the classroom teacher.
The teacher (with the help of a colleague, if necessary) will observe a student who shows signs of difficulties in class, and tailor his or her approach according to the needs identified.
If the difficulties persist, the teacher will contact you and send a formal request for support to the local special education team.
If necessary, and with your permission, specific support services may be established to ensure your child’s educational progress. Depending on the needs observed, a more precise assessment may be conducted by a regional Complementary and Compassionate Services professional.
An IEP may be developed to implement and monitor measures necessary for the development of a student’s full potential.
A student’s learning process is fundamental to his or her future, and both the school team and the family play a vital role in it. The IEP is always developed as a team comprised of all stakeholders involved with the student. Parent participation is also crucial to this process; parents are always welcome to attend meetings.
According to the strengths and challenges identified in class, specific objectives of the IEP as well as means of intervention will then be determined with your help during team meetings.
If you think that your child would benefit from social and special education services, do not hesitate to contact his or her teacher or a member of the school administration.
Moreover, if someone contacts you to discuss the development of an Individualized Education Plan (IEP) for your child, do not hesitate to participate in the process. Remember that you are the best person to discuss your child; recognize his or her strengths and abilities; and support your child in his or her school path. You are the expert on your child.
Implementing specific support services could:
- Help your child reach his or her full potential and achieve his or her academic goals
- Broaden the scope of interests of your child and prepare him or her to contribute to the development of the community
- Promote perseverance in your child and encourage him or her to pursue post-secondary studies