Chief Sealth Student Support Services

School Social Workers

Our mental health liaison for the building​ and connecters to therapy for our students. Social workers provide any mental health support to students. Crisis intervention work for students and families​ as well as resources support which includes food, rent, utilities, shelter, etc. They also provide risk assessments and create safety plans based on the assessment. MKV (McKinney Vento Liaison)​. Provide social-emotional support.

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Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (staff use)

MTSS (Multi-Tiered System of Supports) Tier 2 interventions are for students needing additional support after Tier 1 strategies have been tried. Our MTSS team collaborates to address challenges, create individualized plans, and monitor progress. This level of support is for school staff use only.

Parents or guardians who believe their child needs support should first contact our social workers; their information is available above on this page.

Completing the referral form takes about 4 minutes. Please provide as much detail as possible; you will receive a follow-up email within two school days. We encourage you to fill out the form before contacting support staff directly. Thank you!

MTSS Referral Form – for staff

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Re-Entry Intervention Specialist

Re-Entry Intervention Specialists continue the work of YSAs by using the MTSS framework to create a nurturing environment and equitable access for all students. In addition, Re-Entry Intervention Specialists work with students who have the highest needs academically, behaviorally, and who struggle with truancy. This includes frequent personal interventions, home visits, and greater degrees of support throughout a student’s day.

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Restorative Practice Coordinators

Our Restorative Practice Coordinators work in partnership with the students, teachers, staff, and administrators of Chief Sealth International High School to evaluate school climate and culture; facilitate the development and implementation of school-wide Restorative Practices; train and support staff in the use of restorative, culturally responsive, and trauma-informed practices for the classroom; support administrators in the implementation of restorative discipline practices; and evaluate student data outcomes using multi-tiered systems of support.

Students, staff, and family can use the referral link below to schedule a Restorative Circle (“Circles”). Circles provide an opportunity for community members–students, staff, and families–to come together and explore any harm done and address needs, engagement, and future changes.

Student & Family Advocate / High-Risk Violence Prevention Intervention Specialist

The Student & Family Advocate / High-Risk Violence Prevention Intervention Specialist plays a crucial role in violence prevention and supports students facing significant academic and behavioral challenges. This position assists support staff in targeting students who have struggled to connect, have not made progress, or whose behaviors pose risks to their and/or the well-being of others. Collaborating with juvenile courts, the Specialist acts as a liaison to facilitate re-entry and transition into a comprehensive school environment. Through direct support and proactive outreach, this position aims to foster a positive school experience, encouraging students to engage meaningfully with their education and develop the skills they need for future success. 

Johnny Jefferson
206-252-8600
jojefferson@seattleschools.org

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College and Career Facilitator

College and career facilitators supports students with their college and career explorations with a goal to have students prepared for their lives beyond Chief Sealth International High School. The College and career facilitator works closely with the Career Connections teacher/s to ensure students can: attend college and job fairs; access a partnership with Seattle Promise; complete FAFSA/WASFA, explore post-secondary options, and develop post-secondary plans.

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School Counselors

Chief Sealth school counselors collaborate with school staff, families, and the community to ensure that all students have access to and are prepared with the knowledge and skills necessary for college, careers, and post-secondary life choices.

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Care Coordinator

Collaborate with students, staff and families and community partners to identify and address risk factors. Provide Tier 2 support to all students identified and document activities and supports and plans for those students. Document and facilitate communication between members of the MTSS Team and staff. Complete and submit Care Plans for all identified students who have the most complex needs and are receiving multidisciplinary supports.​

Marilynn Mortiz
206-252-8635
​msmoritz@seattleschools.org

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School Psychologist

Responsible for Student Individual Education Plans also known as an IEP, and include cognitive, social emotional, adaptive, achievement, transition, and executive functioning assessments. If possible, students lead a feedback meeting about their evaluation. Consult around which students need 504s and also complete initial assessments for special education.

Aliina Crandell
206-252-8708
kacrandell@seattleschools.org

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School Nurse

Manages all aspects of school health care including immunization surveillance, mandated screenings, setting up health care and medication administration plans, illness and injury care, coordinating services with other health care professionals, and working as a member of the school team to identify and mitigate health barriers to learning through 504 or IEP development.

Hours: 8:30 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Madie Nelson MSN, RN
206-252-8557
mdnelson1@seattleschools.org
School Nurse page

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Academic Intervention Specialist

The Academic Intervention Specialist works with students, counselors, and case managers to ensure that all students are enrolled in classes that will satisfy graduation pathway requirements. Also, the specialist manages the online credit retrieval program; serves as a mentor to students enrolled in credit-recovery classes; plans and implements state and national exams; and serves as a liaison among district staff, teachers, counselors, students, and parents.

In addition, the Academic Intervention Specialist works with the World Language department at the district level to help multilingual students access credit-earning opportunities in their native languages; collaborates with school intervention teams to identify student supports; and acts as Levy coordinator.​

Rachel Evans
206-252-8573
raevans@seattleschools.org

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Administration Team​

The administration team works closely with students to: counsel them through social, emotional, and academic challenges and success; ensure that student voices are heard and incorporated into school-wide decision making; and supporting teachers to provide equitable and engaging curriculum and instruction.