Access to mental and physical health services is especially important for low-income and underserved children and families that face systemic barriers to resources and services.
Schools are arguably one the most effective places to address population health, including the physical and mental health needs of students, teachers, and school staff. Health and education professionals can collaboratively and sustainably build healthy schools.
In response to growing concerns about children’s mental and physical health, state policymakers have enacted laws to require schools to…
Schools systems have the power to improve the health of a whole community, and COVID-19 shed light on the critical intersection between health and education. This virtual event will explore how health and education professionals can collaboratively and sustainably build healthy schools. Attendees will learn about school funding, community engagement strategies, and developing a long-term plan to prioritize and embed health in schools.