The Wraparound Guide

“This book should be required reading for all parents, teachers, principals, coaches, superintendents, and school board members. The steps that Leigh Colburn and Linda Beggs outline in The Wraparound Guide give everyone a concrete road map to bring to life a culture of connection, care, and hope—for students and adults. Their work with young people across the United States is not just theoretically strong, but inspirational, practical, and possible for every student, school, and community.”

“Once in a great while, a book comes along that can transform how we do school, permanently shifting our perspectives. The Wraparound Guide is one such book. An effective how-to manual for accessing and elevating student voice in planning wraparound services, any school seeking to meet students’ needs will do well to seek out this invaluable resource.”

“How wonderful to see the best practitioner of effective wraparound I’ve ever witnessed publish a guide for others. This is the book addressing comprehensive wraparound implementation that everybody needs to read. The model is second to none!”

“This guide is an invaluable resource to anyone passionate about providing wraparound supports for students and families. The practical tips and replicable steps allow school and district personnel to customize the framework to meet the unique needs of each community. In these uncertain times, it is more important than ever to ensure schools meet the needs of students and families, and this book undoubtedly supports those efforts.”

“As I started to read this book, I instantly felt the same positive energy I felt when Leigh Colburn created the prototype that brought needed services to the students in Marietta City Schools. The Wraparound Guide shows you the power of gathering student voice and tapping into your extended school community to offer programming and services that support the whole child. This work is, in many ways, groundbreaking and, in all ways, important.”