Screening, Brief Intervention, and Referral To services (SBIRT)

The SBIRT program is used to identify, reduce, and prevent adolescent substance use and to support students’ mental health and personal safety. In alignment with SPS’s Strategic Plan, the SBIRT model reduces bias in the process of identifying and responding to student needs and destigmatizes access to behavioral health services. SBIRT is funded by King County’s Department of Community and Human Services, City of Seattle’s Department of Education and Early Learning, and additional partners.

How does it work?

• Students are given a brief and interactive, secure web-based questionnaire called Check Yourself.
• Based on Check Yourself results, an SPS staff member will connect with students who indicate a need for support.
• If a student needs additional support, SPS staff may refer students and families to school- or community-based services.

Things families can look forward to:

• Communication via TalkingPoints for their student’s screening date.
• Monthly newsletters sent via TalkingPoints.
• Schoolwide campaigns to support student wellness.