An Act providing for mental health professionals in public schools

This bill requires every public school district in Massachusetts to hire at least one full-time school psychologist and one full-time school social worker to support the mental health needs of K-12 students. The legislation outlines specific duties for these professionals, including conducting mental health assessments, providing therapy and crisis intervention, training school staff on behavioral strategies, and acting as a bridge between families, schools, and community resources. By amending state law, the measure mandates that these services be integrated into the daily operations of public schools to address a wide range of emotional, behavioral, and developmental challenges.