Link for Schools: an Evaluation of a Tiered Staff Training Program and Student Intervention to Prevent Violence

Eligible students met with staff trained in specialize intervention skills. Staff met with students multiple times per month, for approximately 10-30 minutes. During these sessions, staff had conversations with students, using intervention communication skills, assessed student stress, and implemented strategies for behavior change. Details of the sessions were recorded in a case management tool. Students were referred to additional resources, as necessary, and these referrals were also recorded. Rates of student office referrals were assessed over time.