There are some startling statistics that have caused community leaders to take action when it comes to providing mental health resources to rural schools. For example,
according to the North Dakota Youth Risk Behavior survey:
-1 in 4 kids in North Dakota is struggling with a mental health issue
-Nearly 1 in 10 kids in North Dakota has attempted suicide
-Only one-third of students in North Dakota feel comfortable talking to an adult about how they feel
This is why The United Way of Cass-Clay, the First Lady of North Dakota and several rural school districts have announced a partnership to provide onsite counseling services by a licensed behavioral specialist.
Looking to save time and energy for parents, provide the community with life changing resources and make schools a more welcoming environment for everyone – this pilot program has the potential to help small towns grow and their school districts thrive.
CLICK HERE TO LISTEN TO DR. COREY STEINER DISCUSS THEIR SCHOOLS POTENTIAL OF REMOVING AGE BASED LEARNING – KFGO Podcast.
ADDITIONAL CONTENT
KFGO Podcast –
The End of Student Loans?
KFGO Podcast –
ND School Safety Conference – Chris Potter, NDASRO President
KFGO Podcast –
A Month of Living in Poverty Demonstration by the United Way
KFGO Podcast –
ND’s Only Food Bank Needs Diapers!
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