The district asked the board to move a renewal contract with Turning Point of the Lehigh Valley forward for approval on Oct. 23 to continue prevention, consultation and counseling services in secondary schools.

Administrators described Turning Point as a continuing partner that will provide prevention presentations, group supports, individual counseling, guidance to staff and a 24-hour crisis helpline. District staff said the services are aligned with the district's whole-child and social-emotional learning priorities and will focus on middle and high schools.

The committee voted to advance the contract renewal to the regular board meeting for action.

Ending: The renewal moved to the regular meeting; administrators said the provider will continue to coordinate with school teams and district mental-health initiatives.