Establishes a statewide network for student mental and behavioral health in Washington.

The bill establishes a statewide network for student mental and behavioral health in Washington. It mandates the Office of the Superintendent of Public Instruction to create strategic direction and goals for statewide programming to strengthen local education agencies' capacity to meet screening and response requirements. The Washington Association of Educational Service Districts will coordinate the program across regions, providing supports such as screening, intervention services, and evidence-based practices.

Establishes a statewide network for student mental and behavioral health in Washington.

The bill establishes a statewide network for student mental and behavioral health in Washington. It mandates the Office of the Superintendent of Public Instruction to create strategic direction and goals for statewide programming to strengthen local education agencies' capacity to meet screening and response requirements. The Washington Association of Educational Service Districts will coordinate the program across regions, providing supports such as screening, intervention services, and evidence-based practices.