Marin County's public schools are set to lose significant mental health support due to the cancellation of $14.5 million in federal grants. Grants of $9.95 million and $4.5 million will end in December, threatening the employment of counselors and interns in five Marin school districts. Officials believe the U.S. Department of Education's shift in funding priorities under the Trump administration is to blame. The Marin County Office of Education plans to appeal the decision and pursue legal action to clarify potential reinstatement of funds.
"The reckless and chaotic nature of this surprise decision shows clearly that the U.S. Department of Education either does not understand how school funding cycles work, or is intentionally acting to harm the efficient operation of our schools."
"The federal government is trying to kill a program that supports learning and social emotional growth for kids who need it most at a time when communities are asking for more help."
"MCOE is actively working to seek clarification on what that means and how the grants might be reinstituted ... The office will appeal this decision and will pursue legal action as necessary."
"Staff impact includes 11.5 full-time licensed or credentialed providers, plus up to 100 mental health interns by the end of the fifth year of the grant."
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