Funding Mental Health and Trauma Support for Students in Schools.
This act authorizes $50 million annually for grants to schools and educational agencies to significantly increase student access to mental health services and trauma support. The funding aims to train school staff, implement trauma-informed practices, and establish strong partnerships between schools and community mental health systems. This ensures children and youth receive necessary psychological support directly within their educational environment.
Key points
Schools will receive grants to implement evidence-based programs providing mental health and trauma support services to students.
Mandatory professional development for teachers and staff on identifying and mitigating the effects of trauma and fostering safe learning environments.
Requires formal agreements between schools, mental health agencies, and child welfare services to coordinate care for students.
Expired
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