Student Services Programs

The CHIPS Program is designed by the New Bedford Public Schools in collaboration with the Juvenile Probation Department and the Department of Children & Families (DCF). The goal of this program is to assist the schools in identifying at-risk students and implement an action plan to correct the areas of concern. Students who are considered for this program are those with chronic absenteeism and behavior. Members of the school's CHIPS Program may include the building principal, attendance officer

Crisis Intervention Supports The Office for Student Services offers crisis intervention support, services and consultation to any New Bedford school community affected by loss caused by humans or natural disasters: deaths, suicides, and other tragedies. Crisis intervention allows students and adults the opportunity to process difficult experiences and regain emotional stability. The Crisis Intervention Program is a direct services model. All school psychologists, school adjustment and guidance

FACTS - Families And Community Together with Schools

The mission of the New Bedford High School’s Guidance Department is to provide a comprehensive developmental counseling program, addressing the academic, career, and personal/social development of all students. Without regard to race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, handicap or national origin, we encourage all students to develop realistic concepts of themselves, along with an understanding of the educational and career opportunities available to them. Counselors collaborate with teachers