Elected officials and advocates rally to increase mental healthcare in New York school districts

By Isabel Song Beer

Posted on March 22, 2022

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Elected officials gathered March 22 at the New York State capitol to urge Governor Kathy Hochul and other legislators to increase the number of mental health professionals in New York school districts.

Assemblymember Jessica González-Rojas, elected officials, the New York State United Teachers (NYSUT) union, mental healthcare professionals and advocates were present to highlight the dire need for mental health support in New York schools.

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Elected officials and advocates rally to increase mental healthcare in New York school districts

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