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New Kent schools detail mental-health supports, say about 1,200 students received services
Summary
District staff described a multi-tiered school-based mental-health program funded in part by a six-year state grant, highlighting employee assistance services and two student support specialists; presenters said roughly 1,200 students received some level of support this year.
Superintendent Dr. Brian Nichols and division staff presented the school district's school-based mental-health and wellness efforts at the March 3 board meeting, describing a multi-tiered system of classroom supports, counselor small groups and intensive student support specialists.
Ms. Anderson, who outlined staff-facing programs, said the district's Anthem employee assistance program is "free for everyone," offering "3 free visits per life issue" and additional anonymous online resources for employees and their families. She listed ancillary supports including crisis counseling, legal and…
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