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State Board approves $153,000 federal mental health technical-assistance grant amid debate over universal screening
Summary
The State Board authorized the Nebraska Department of Education to accept a US Department of Education Stronger Connections technical-assistance and capacity-building grant aimed at student and staff mental health. The vote passed 6–2 after members raised concerns about universal screening efficacy and long-term sustainability.
The Nebraska State Board of Education voted to accept $153,000 from the U.S. Department of Education to support a Stronger Connections technical-assistance and capacity-building program aimed at local education agency engagement and student and staff mental health.
The motion to authorize Commissioner Maher to accept the funds passed 6–2. During discussion, Board Member Lisa Schonhoff raised…
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