Serving Students with Mental Health Concerns

Summary This report explores effective interventions for early elementary school students with mental health concerns. It focuses on both in-classroom and out-of-classroom support systems, as well as ways to engage students’ guardians in mental health service delivery. Key observations from our research 1. Many profiled districts use student support teams to coordinate mental health service […]

Summary This report explores effective interventions for early elementary school students with mental health concerns. It focuses on both in-classroom and out-of-classroom support systems, as well as ways to engage students’ guardians in mental health service delivery. Key observations from our research 1. Many profiled districts use student support teams to coordinate mental health service delivery for students in need. 2. Partnerships with external mental health providers bolster district-provided support services. 3. Profiled districts rely heavily on federal Project AWARE grant funding to support mental health services. 4. Contacts at many profiled districts emphasize the importance of engaging parents and guardians in students’ mental health care. Download the Report