Ep 192 | What mental health support are students getting?

According to the CDC, nearly 1 in 5 young people ages 12 to 17 experienced a mental health disorder in 2024. Melissa Williams is the Coordinator of Mental Health Services and Dr. Lisa Joyner is the Student Services Director. In this episode, they share what the school district is doing to support teachers and your child’s health.Guest: Melissa Williams & Lisa Joyner, Ed.D https://www.escambiaschools.org/departments/mental-health-services/parent-guardian-resources | https://www.escambiaschools.org/departments/school-counseling-services/home The Florida Department of Education just released district and school grades and we're are beyond thrilled to announce that Escambia County Public Schools has achieved a district grade of ‘A.’  This means that 83% of ECPS schools upheld or exceeded past years’ performances!Learn more about Escambia County School District: https://www.escambiaschools.org/Find additional links: https://www.voicesunitedineducation.com/podcast-episodesHost:  Meredith Hackwith Edwards