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The program will allow graduates to become credentialed as school psychologists by the Florida Department of Education and become nationally certified school psychologists.
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After the House passed a companion measure, the Senate version received a final committee OK. Supporters say the proposal would add a tool to help address children’s mental health issues.
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Supporters of the measure say allowing chaplains would add another tool to help schools address children’s mental health issues. The bill would need approval from the Senate.
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The legislation calls for all public school coaches in Florida to be CPR-certified and to learn how to use an automated external defibrillator.
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The health department is looking into five cases of the highly contagious disease at Manatee Bay Elementary in Weston and hoping to identify contacts at risk of transmission.
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High school can be a tough place for any kid, especially students struggling with drug or alcohol addiction. A few schools in Florida are dedicated to helping kids stay sober while they earn their diplomas.
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Supporters say it will provide another resource for children during tumultuous times, while opponents say consequences include children receiving bad or unwanted spiritual advice.
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Schools have invested millions of dollars, including federal COVID emergency relief money meant to help schools through the pandemic. It can surprise students that schools even have such technology.
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This school credits daily mindfulness lessons with helping students cope with stress — and turning the school around academically. The lessons are delivered through an app.
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The measure proposed by Rep. Anna Eskamani, D-Orlando, and Sen. Victor Torres, D-Orlando, would require schools to have a plan in place to quickly respond when a child goes missing.