June 12, 2024 - Erie, PA
Governor Josh Shapiro visited Iroquois Jr./Sr. High School for a roundtable discussion on student mental health and highlighted his 2024-25 budget's proposed investments in K-12 education, including mental health resources for Pennsylvania students, schools, and counties.The Governor's 2024-25 budget proposal would deliver $1.1 billion in additional funding for public schools, $100 million in mental health funding for K-12 schools to support students and staff, and a $20 million increase this year in base county funding for community-based mental health services."Our kids are asking for our help - and we need to show up for them here in Erie County and in every school and every community across Pennsylvania. For too long, there has been a stigma around mental health, but that's changing with this generation - and I am ready to work with them to find solutions," said Governor Josh Shapiro. "That's why, in my first budget, I fought for and delivered $100 million for mental health funding in our schools. This year, I'm calling for another $100 million investment in mental health in schools - so districts like Iroquois can continue to invest in the mental health resources that make such a big difference for our kids. These investments in Pennsylvania students are critical - and I look forward to continuing to work together to get this done and deliver for the students and families across our Commonwealth who need this help."Speakers Include:Governor Josh ShapiroDr. Christina Finello, Esq., Executive Director, Pennsylvania Behavioral Health CouncilIroquois School District Superintendent Shane MurrayIroquois School Psychologist Maria Modzelewski
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