Maricopa County K-12 students may soon have improved access to mental healthcare thanks to a new contract negotiated by local officials. The agreement, which is expected to be finalized in the coming weeks, aims to address the growing concern of mental health among young students in the region. Under the proposed contract, schools will be able to provide students with easier access to counseling services, therapy sessions, and other forms of support, helping to bridge the gap in mental healthcare resources. With mental health issues on the rise among children, this new contract could be a crucial step in providing students with the help they need to succeed in and out of the classroom.
New contract could help Maricopa County K-12 students with easier access to mental healthcare KJZZ
