School-Based Health Workers Advocate for Increased Support in U.S. Schools
School-based health professionals are advocating for a multidisciplinary approach to address the increasing behavioral, social-emotional, and mental health challenges faced by students in U.S. schools. During a congressional briefing, representatives from various health organizations highlighted the critical role of school-based health workers in supporting student success. They emphasized the need for policies that integrate health services into the educational framework, arguing that student health is fundamental to learning. The briefing also addressed the shortage of health workers in schools, with many institutions failing to meet recommended student-to-health worker ratios. 
