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New Illinois law recommends yearly mental health screenings in schools

New Illinois law recommends yearly mental health screenings in schools
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Illinois mandates mental health screenings of students starting this fall

Illinois mandates mental health screenings of students starting this fall
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State mandates mental-health screenings for 2 million students

(THE GATEWAY PUNDIT) – The Wellness Checks in Schools Program Act will go into effect in the fall in Illinois. Illinois House Bill 4343 will require yearly mental health screenings for 2 million school students in the state which: "Creates the Wellness Checks in Schools Program Act. Provides that subject to appropriation, the Department of…

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Illinois Mandates Yearly Mental Health Screenings for Students

Starting Fall 2024, Illinois will implement the Wellness Checks in Schools Program Act, a new initiative that will require all 2 million school students in the state to undergo annual mental health screenings. The program, overseen by the Illinois State Board of Education, aims to identify and assist students with mental health issues before they escalate. This decision comes in response to the recent increase in behavioral incidents and school violence, highlighting the urgency of addressing mental health concerns among students.According to a news report by The Center.

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Mental Health Screenings for Students in Illinois

Starting Fall 2024, Illinois will implement the Wellness Checks in Schools Program Act, which will require annual mental health screenings for all 2 million school students in the state. The program will be overseen by the Illinois State Board of Education and aims to identify and support students with mental health issues before they become more serious.The need for such a program has become increasingly apparent in recent years, with a rise in behavioral incidents and school violence. The challenges faced by schools in managing students' mental health have been.

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