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PASS PROGRAM

POSITIVE ALTERNATIVE TO SCHOOL SUSPENSION

PASS is a short-term early intervention program designed for students facing suspension or in need of behavioral health support. Many participants are navigating challenges such as substance use disorder, depression, anxiety, or trauma. Currently serving multiple districts and schools, PASS offers a supportive, therapeutic environment where students can continue their academic work while receiving mental health services. The program also helps reduce suspension time, promoting a smoother and more successful reintegration into school.

The YMCA of the North Shore offers the PASS Program through our Greater Beverly and Haverhill YMCAs. Greater Beverly’s PASS Program is a collaborative initiative between the YMCA of the North Shore, North Shore Education Consortium, Justice Resource Institute/Children’s Friend and Family Services, and Essex County Outreach.

  • Therapeutic interventions such as daily morning support groups
  • Social-emotional support
  • Access to clinical services with appropriate referrals
  • Academic support
  • Resume building and job applications
  • Volunteer and community service opportunities
  • Obtaining a driver‘s permit and making RMV appointments
  • Summer Programs

  • Our multidisciplinary team includes a Program Director, Student Coordinator, LICSW (Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker), Therapeutic Mentor, and Recovery Coach.
  • Each student receives a comprehensive clinical assessment, which may include:
    • Substance Use Evaluation 
    • Adverse Childhood Experiences 
    • Generalized Anxiety Disorder Severity Measure
    • Depression Severity Measure
    • Suicide Severity Scale

9:00 – 9:15
Welcome/Breakfast/ Expectations

12:15 – 12:45
Lunch

9:15 – 10:30
Psychoeducational Therapeutic Group 

12:45 – 1:45
Community Service – Therapeutic Recreation

10:30 – 10:45
Break – Academic Prep

1:45 – 2:00
Check out/Exit Survey/Re-Entry Plan

10:45 – 12:15
Academics – Individual Counseling

2:00
Dismissal/Check in with Parents

Interested in Joining or Learning More?

If you are a district interested in partnering with PASS or would like to learn more, please contact:

Already working with PASS? Families and districts can find helpful resources, referral forms, and intake packets at the PASS website.