FL S1410

District school boards must adopt mental health policies for students in grades 9-12 that include access to therapists, counselors, psychologists, and social workers in school settings.

Schools must provide a continuum of mental health services available during the school day to improve access and outcomes.

Schools must establish procedures for students experiencing mental health crises that prioritize appropriate care while minimizing use of law enforcement and hospitalization.

Mobile crisis response services must be available to arrive at school campuses within 1 hour when called, operated or contracted by district, county, or municipal government.

Schools must include discreet request methods for educators to contact crisis services and methods to engage students and families in ongoing mental health treatment to maintain student stability and school attendance.