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 a grant program for school districts to develop plans for recognizing, screening, and responding to student emotional or behavioral distress. The Washington Association of Educational Service Districts will coordinate the program, providing aligned prevention and intervention services. The program aims to support multidisciplinary teams, conduct screenings, and offer mental and behavioral health services.

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 a grant program for school districts to develop plans for recognizing, screening, and responding to student emotional or behavioral distress. The Washington Association of Educational Service Districts will coordinate the program, providing aligned prevention and intervention services. The program aims to support multidisciplinary teams, conduct screenings, and offer mental and behavioral health services.