CHDI is committed to improving the mental health of Connecticut’s children where they live and learn. Schools can play an important role in identifying youth in need of help and linking them to school and community mental health services.
Children’s well-being is tied to their school success and life outcomes. The failure to identify and meet the needs of students with mental health concerns can result in:
Our work helps schools build their capacity to identify and treat behavioral health concerns so children can reach their full potential.
Learn more about our work to support and deliver school-based mental health initiatives, including:
Read our latest IMPACT, which provides a comprehensive framework for states and school districts to address the mental health and trauma needs of students.
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Jeana Bracey - Associate Vice President of School and Community Initiatives bracey@uchc.edu 860-679-1524 |