Maryland selected for student mental health initiative alongside three other states
March 28, 2023 | Maryland Department of Education, School Boards, Maryland
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The Maryland State Board of Education convened on March 28, 2023, to discuss various updates and reports from its committees. The meeting began with a report from Dr. Wilcox, who shared insights from a recent higher education roundtable he moderated. He highlighted Maryland's selection, alongside Illinois, Utah, and Texas, for a program initiated by the National Association of State Boards of Education (NASB) and the American Academy of Pediatrics. This initiative, titled "Building Bridges for Student Mental Health," aims to develop innovative strategies for engaging families in mental health initiatives for students. Dr. Wilcox will provide further updates during the May meeting.
Following this, Ms. Morrow presented a report on the NAADSP legislative conference attended by several board members, including Dr. Gaddy, Mr. Bartley, and Mr. Hans. The report included links for further information on the topics discussed at the conference.
The board also took a moment to commend the Maryland State School Athletics director for the successful execution of the Maryland High School basketball championships. Notably, Dr. Wilcox's son’s team, Baltimore City College High School, won a state championship, which was acknowledged by the board.
As the meeting progressed, the floor was opened for future agenda topics. Ms. Thomas expressed her commitment to addressing the education of English language learners, announcing a panel discussion for the May meeting that will include students from across Maryland sharing their experiences with the curriculum.
Mr. Schon then presented three opinions and two orders from the board. The opinions included affirmations of local board decisions regarding virtual learning enrollment and student transfers. Additionally, the board affirmed a decision related to a school closure matter. The two draft orders involved dismissals for lack of standing and mootness, respectively.
The meeting concluded with a motion to adjourn, which was unanimously approved by the board members. Overall, the meeting highlighted ongoing efforts to enhance student mental health initiatives and address educational challenges faced by specific student populations. The board plans to continue these discussions in future meetings.
Following this, Ms. Morrow presented a report on the NAADSP legislative conference attended by several board members, including Dr. Gaddy, Mr. Bartley, and Mr. Hans. The report included links for further information on the topics discussed at the conference.
The board also took a moment to commend the Maryland State School Athletics director for the successful execution of the Maryland High School basketball championships. Notably, Dr. Wilcox's son’s team, Baltimore City College High School, won a state championship, which was acknowledged by the board.
As the meeting progressed, the floor was opened for future agenda topics. Ms. Thomas expressed her commitment to addressing the education of English language learners, announcing a panel discussion for the May meeting that will include students from across Maryland sharing their experiences with the curriculum.
Mr. Schon then presented three opinions and two orders from the board. The opinions included affirmations of local board decisions regarding virtual learning enrollment and student transfers. Additionally, the board affirmed a decision related to a school closure matter. The two draft orders involved dismissals for lack of standing and mootness, respectively.
The meeting concluded with a motion to adjourn, which was unanimously approved by the board members. Overall, the meeting highlighted ongoing efforts to enhance student mental health initiatives and address educational challenges faced by specific student populations. The board plans to continue these discussions in future meetings.
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