School emergency response to violence (project serv)

Mitchell Co Board Of Education received a $343,098 Project Grant from the U.S. Department of Education's Office of Elementary and Secondary Education under the School Safety National Activities program (CFDA 84.184), awarded on May 5, 2025, with a completion date of June 30, 2026. The grant supports improvements in student mental health services and emergency preparedness within the Mitchell County school district in Bakersville, North Carolina.

The School Safety National Activities program focuses on enhancing student safety and well-being through comprehensive mental health and educational support initiatives. Under this award, the Mitchell Co Board Of Education will develop and expand school-based mental health services, increase access to qualified mental health professionals in educational settings, and strengthen emergency response capabilities. These efforts align with the program's national priorities of addressing mental health issues, violence prevention, and emergency preparedness in schools, with particular emphasis on supporting rural and underserved educational communities.