Staff

Drug Counselors must have a four-year degree and experience in the filed of Chemical Dependency.  Most of the counselors have a Chemical Dependency license through the State of Minnesota.

The following is a list of components for comprehensive Drug Intervention Services:

  • School Board Policy
  • Staff Development
  • Program Awareness
  • Internal Referral Process
  • Problem Solving Team
  • Student Assistance Evaluation
  • Education Student Support Groups
  • Cooperation and Collaboration with Community Agencies
  • Integration with Other School Based Programs
  • Parent Education and Support

Parents are an integral part of the success of their children and have a great responsibility to be educated about the issues surrounding alcohol and other drugs.

For more information about Sauk Rapids-Rice Public Schools’ Drug Intervention Services please contact Karen Burzette at (320) 253-4700 or email her at karen.burzette@isd47.org