To the editor,

In our school and community, one of the biggest issues we face is the lack of strong mental health education and support for students. Right now, mental health is only covered briefly in health class, but students deal with real challenges like stress, anxiety and depression every day. This is a major concern for our community because many young people are struggling silently without the knowledge, tools or resources to care for their mental well-being.

When mental health is overlooked, it affects everything — students’ grades, attendance, relationships and even the overall atmosphere of our school. These struggles don’t just stay in school; they ripple out into the community, impacting families and the future workforce.

That’s why I am advocating for the Mental Health &

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