Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro paid a visit to the Hempfield High School to talk with students about mental health issues and the upcoming PA Budget.
The Trib reports that the topics discussed with Shapiro during yesterday’s meeting included school start times, mental health, class workload and free breakfasts. Gov. Josh Shapiro says his administration is making the mental health of students a priority.
Shapiro advocated for the passage of his budget, unveiled in March, which sets aside funds for mental health resources in schools and counties.
His proposal also includes $500 million over the next five years for schools to fund mental health counselors and services on site, and $60 million annually in mental health funding for Pennsylvania counties.
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