The Linkages to Learning program at Wheaton Woods Elementary School assists students and their families by offering a wide variety of services aimed at helping children succeed in all areas of life, particularly in school, at home, and within the community.
Mission
To improve the well-being of children and their families through a collaborative delivery of school-based services that address the social, economic, health, and academic success of a child.
Staff
Child & Family Therapist (Adriana Vargas): 240-740-0239 Family Case Manager (Byron Diaz): 240-740-0237
We provide:
1. English classes
2. Cooking classes
3. Driving laws classes
4. Safety food classes
5. Small business classes and trainings
6. Day care training
7. CPR and First Aid training
8. Small business training
...and more
Services
Community School Coordinator
Assesses the needs and strengths of the entire school community and provides programs and educational opportunities to meet those needs.
Examples of some programs offered could include:
After school programs
ESOL classes
Summer Camps
Parent/Youth Governance Committee
Parent Workshops
Family Case Manager
Case management services including:
Basic needs like clothing and food
Employment assistance
Eligibility and financial resources
Referrals to access services and supports in the community to reach individualized goals
Peer support groups
Workshops for parents on important topics such as:
Immigration
Housing
Finances
Legal issues
Parenting skills
Child and Family Therapist
Individual early intervention and prevention mental health therapy sessions with students
To address topics including: life transitions (divorce, grief/loss, reunification), social skills, self-esteem, coping with stress and anger, coping with emerging signs of anxiety and depression
Family therapy (sessions with siblings, parents, whole families)
Groups on a varietyof topics including social skills, anger management, and coping skills
Consultation for teachers on classroom behavior management techniques
