This $910,119 Project Grant award from the U.S. Department of Education's Office of Elementary and Secondary Education under the School Safety National Activities (CFDA 84.184) program will support the "EXPANDING THE ROLES OF SCHOOL PSYCHOLOGISTS AS EQUITY-CENTERED LEADERS IN MENTAL HEALTH (PROJECT EXPAND)" initiative at the University of Washington. The project aims to improve students' safety and well-being during and after the school day through comprehensive mental health and educational support initiatives. Key objectives include increasing the number of qualified mental health professionals in schools, developing innovative training partnerships, and addressing mental health challenges in high-need local educational agencies. The University of Washington will serve as the primary awardee, leveraging its expertise as a leading research institution to deliver these services from January 1, 2025 through December 31, 2025.
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