The GOALS Center was created by and continues to be supported by the 11 public school district superintendents within Douglas and Sarpy counties of Nebraska. We exist to support students and families with regular school attendance. Services are focused on prevention, using a unique hybrid model that involves the entire family. Since 2011, over 1,000 students have been served. Family Advocate services include: Wraparound case management A focus on the entire family unit School, community and home visits Assessment of attendance barriers and needs Development of service plan with individualized goals Collaboration with family, school and community partners Connections to community resources, based on family needs
- Since 2011, over 1,000 students have been served.
- GOALS works with all 11 public school districts in Douglas and Sarpy counties as well as private schools.
- Our goal is to establish best practices for increasing attendance, and develop a successful prevention strategy starting in elementary school.
Omaha, Bennington, Elkhorn, Valley, Bellevue, Gretna, La Vista, Papillion, Springfield