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Student advisory council raises concerns about counselor access and campus safety; district staff commit to follow-up

2610146 · March 12, 2025
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Summary

The St. Lucie Public Schools Youth Advisory Council reported students' difficulty accessing guidance counselors and urged improved communications; district leaders present committed to reviewing counselor responsiveness and safety issues near a school.

The St. Lucie Public Schools Youth Advisory Council told the board that students across the district are having trouble accessing guidance counselors, and asked the district to improve communication and mental-health support.

Joshua Leachau, vice chairman of the Youth Advisory Council, reported that students told council members they experience long waits to book counselor meetings, instances of scheduled appointments not being honored…

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