Student Mental Health Services and Support Policy
The official document
What the district published
This is the source material — exactly as released by RUSD. The plain English translation below is this site's version, written for community members who shouldn't need a budget degree to understand where their school dollars go.
Original PDF coming soon — check reedschools.org for the source document.
In plain English
What this document actually says
This policy outlines how Reed Union School District supports student mental health and well-being. The district will provide staff and student training to recognize mental health warning signs, including depression, anxiety, and suicidal behaviors. Schools must notify families twice yearly about how to access mental health services. Grades 6-12 schools must display posters with mental health resources, coping strategies, and crisis hotlines in common areas and online. The policy requires 40% of classified staff and all certificated employees in grades 7-12 to receive youth behavioral health training. Students 12+ can consent to mental health counseling with certain conditions. The district will coordinate with community mental health providers and may use telehealth services.
What this means for your family
Your child will have increased access to mental health support at school through trained staff and counselors. Schools will share information twice a year about available mental health resources. Middle and high school students will see posters with crisis resources and coping strategies in bathrooms, hallways, and classrooms. Students age 12+ may be able to receive confidential mental health counseling at school.
Summaries are AI-assisted and based on the original district document shown above. Nothing has been editorialized — interpretations are clearly labeled. This site is maintained by Lina Godfrey's campaign as a community resource.