This document entitled Supporting Child and Student Social, Emotional, Behavioral, and Mental Health Needs includes examples of school-linked mental health in Minnesota on Pages 63 and 64.
A poor, low-performing urban school district wanted to raise students’ math and reading test scores. The school district established a team to look at district data. They wanted to identify and address barriers to learning. Many students in school made some academic progress, but the school district realized that they needed a broader approach. They […]
Sun County School District reviewed data related to challenging behaviors. They discovered racial disproportionality in office discipline referrals. They also determined that a large number of students experienced anxiety and depression. These students showed a trend of inconsistent school attendance. The school district established a multi-disciplinary work group. They decided to merge Positive Behavioral Interventions […]