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Calumet County reports roughly $4.1 million mental health grant to fund school psychologists and coordinator
Summary
Director Metzen told the board the county received an approximately $4.1 million grant that funds 4.5 school psychologist positions and a mental health program coordinator; the grant expires at the end of 2029.
Joanne K. Metzen reported that Calumet County received an approximately $4.1 million mental health grant that runs through the end of 2029. "Metzen shared that the County received an approximately 4.1 million dollar grant that expires at the end of 2029," the minutes state; the board was told the grant supports staffing for 4.5 school psychologists, a mental health program coordinator, professional development and other activities.
Metzen said three of the 4.5 psychologist positions have already been hired and that a Mental Health Program Coordinator position has been filled. The board did not take further action on the grant at the meeting; details such as the grant source and funding breakdown beyond staffing were not specified in the minutes.
