Special support for students of special education school in Buggenhout after fatal accident

Richtpunt Campus Buggenhout, a provincial school for special needs education, has initiated specific support services for its students and teachers following a fatal bus accident that deeply affected the school community. The school specializes in educating children with autism spectrum disorders, including those with ASS Type 3, the most severe form, which requires intensive and constant support.

"They need very specific guidance," said provincial councilor Kurt Moens (N-VA). The school is deploying psychologists to provide tailored assistance to students in processing the traumatic event. Various organizations are available throughout the week to help the children navigate their grief. The vzw Berrefonds, an organization that supports primary schools after a student's death, has also offered its services to the secondary school.

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They need very specific guidance.

Berrefonds will establish a grief corner, available from the next day, to provide a space for students to cope. Moens anticipates that many students may choose to stay home from school, possibly for the remainder of the week, as they deal with the aftermath of the accident. The close-knit nature of the school community means that teachers are also significantly impacted.

Teachers are receiving support from an occupational psychologist. Moens expressed understanding if teachers also need time off. The school is ensuring sufficient staffing to manage the situation. The intense bond between students and teachers underscores the profound impact of the tragedy on everyone within the school.

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The school deploys psychologists to provide tailored assistance to students in processing the traumatic event.