Coordination of Services Team/Community Schools Specialist (COST)
What is cost?
Coordination of Services Team (COST) is a multidisciplinary group of school staff and community partners who meet regularly to review referrals and discuss students’ strengths and supports needed. The team develops a plan for connecting the student/family to appropriate services, then monitors the success of service connection and interventions giving opportunity to tailor interventions over time.
COST form (English) | COST form (Spanish) |
COST Supports:
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Students who are experiencing academic challenges.
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Students who are expressing concerning behavior(s) either in the classroom and/ at home.
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Students & families needing support with basic needs, home environment, health concerns, etc.
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Students & families facing traumatic events, transitional hardships, change in family dynamics, etc.
Resources
For Families
Contact: Jonathan Guzman
Email jguzmanhernandez@husd.us
Phone: 510-723-3910 x 32121
Mr. Jonathan Guzman (he/they/el) is a Mexican-born, American-raised educator, artist, and community worker. Migrated to San José, California, with their family when they were 4-years-old and has continued to live and work in community settings within the South Bay Area. They are passionate about creating community, advocating for families, and creating a safe space that empowers youth. During their free time, they enjoy music, dance, and art. They have earned a Bachelor’s degree in Child & Adolescent Development from San José State University and is currently pursuing their Master’s degree in School Counseling.