Establishes a two-year Mental Health Awareness Pilot Program in the Department of Education.
This bill establishes a two-year Mental Health Awareness Pilot Program in the Department of Education to address mental health issues among middle and high school students. School districts interested in participating must submit an application detailing their student population, absenteeism rates, academic performance, mental health services, and the number of mental health professionals employed. The Commissioner of Education will select six districts, ensuring a mix of urban, suburban, and rural areas across the state.
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