School Mental Health
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Create federal guidelines for active shooter drills
Congress should pass legislation to create federal guidelines for active shooter drills in our nation’s schools.
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Support educator mental health awareness training
Congress should amend the Elementary and Secondary Education Act to fund teacher and principal training and professional development on mental health and substance use challenges in children and adolescents.[1]
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Support college recovery programs
The Office of National Drug Control Policy (ONDCP), The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), and the U.S. Department of Education (DOE) should identify successful college recovery programs, including "recovery housing" on college campuses, and provide support and technical assistance to increase the number and capacity of high-quality programs to help students in recovery.[1]
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Amend Head Start to include mental health programs
Congress should amend the Head Start Act so the Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary is required to prioritize programs that support evidence-based trauma-informed programs, age-appropriate positive behavioral interventions and supports, early childhood mental health consultation, and prevention of suspension and expulsion.[1]