"Responding to a significant increase in mental health crises among students, Shrewsbury school officials are reaching out more than ever to families in an attempt to address problems like anxiety and depression....
"The state does not have guidelines on mental health for schools. With no standard model to follow and tight finances, the delivery of mental health and behavioral health services in public schools is a tricky area. So Shrewsbury, like many school districts, is working to carve its own path in delicate terrain....
“If they’re not getting the support and resources they need in that area, they’re not going to be available for learning,” he said. “It’s a huge part of a student’s development, and it can’t be ignored.”
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