Prevention and Intervention Services
Prevention & Intervention Services
Beavercreek City Schools is committed to providing a safe, supportive, and inclusive learning environment where all students can thrive. Through prevention, education, intervention, and community partnerships, we work to promote student well-being, strengthen protective factors, and provide support for students and families when challenges arise.
Our Prevention and Intervention Services focus on substance use prevention, bullying and violence prevention, social-emotional learning, mental health awareness, and student safety. Sarah Seilhamer serves as the Prevention and Intervention Counselor for Beavercreek City Schools. The Student Services Department, under the direction of Dale Wren, oversees Prevention and Intervention services.
Our Areas of Focus
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Beavercreek City Schools utilizes evidence-based prevention programs that promote healthy decision-making and a drug-free lifestyle.
Programs include:
- PAX Good Behavior Game
- D.A.R.E.
- BHS Network Club
- Health Curriculum
Students who violate district substance use policies may also participate in intervention and educational services designed to prevent future use.
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We are committed to fostering safe and respectful school communities.
Programs and initiatives include:
- Anti-Bullying Education
- Violence Prevention
- Dating Violence Prevention
- Safe Dates Curriculum
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Social Emotional Learning helps students build skills related to:
- Self-awareness
- Self-management
- Relationship skills
- Social awareness
- Responsible decision-making
Quaver Ready, Character Strong, YouScience, and other SEL initiatives and resources aligned with Ohio's SEL Standards and our GO CREEK values are utilized to support Social Emotional learning.
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Student mental health is a priority at Beavercreek City Schools.
Our efforts include:
- Suicide Prevention Education
- QPR (Question, Persuade, Refer) Training
- Mental Health Awareness
- Hope Squad
- Peer Listening Programs
These initiatives help students and staff recognize warning signs, seek support, and connect with resources.
For more information on Prevention and Intervention Services contact Sarah Seilhamer.