Bridging behavioral health gaps: expanding access to credentialed school psychologists in rural california

The Department of Education Office of Elementary and Secondary Education awarded Farmersville Unified School District $4,312,740 on January 1, 2026, under the School Safety National Activities program (CFDA 84.184) to expand access to credentialed school psychologists in rural California and address behavioral health service gaps. The award funds the delivery of mental health services and credentialed school-based mental health services provider positions serving high-need students. Performance occurs in Farmersville, California, with a period of performance from January 1, 2026, through December 31, 2026. The School Safety National Activities program supports activities to improve student safety and well-being, including mental health services professional demonstration grants designed to address shortages of credentialed school-based mental health services providers, particularly school psychologists, in high-need local educational agencies.