Massachusetts H716 aims to improve mental health in schools by requiring them to employ school adjustment counselors.

Massachusetts H716 seeks to enhance mental health support in schools by mandating the employment of school adjustment counselors. The bill amends Chapter 71 of the General Laws to include a new section requiring schools to hire a minimum number of these counselors, as determined by the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education. The number of counselors will be based on student enrollment, Title I status, and any mitigating circumstances. For schools lacking funds to meet these requirements, the department will provide necessary funding.

Massachusetts H716 aims to improve mental health in schools by requiring them to employ school adjustment counselors.

Massachusetts H716 seeks to enhance mental health support in schools by mandating the employment of school adjustment counselors. The bill amends Chapter 71 of the General Laws to include a new section requiring schools to hire a minimum number of these counselors, as determined by the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education. The number of counselors will be based on student enrollment, Title I status, and any mitigating circumstances. For schools lacking funds to meet these requirements, the department will provide necessary funding.