National PTA and Utah PTA Resolutions:
That the National PTA and its branches encourage each community to make available mental health programs and services which will meet the needs of all children and youth.
Resolved, That National PTA and its constituent associations strongly encourage efforts to establish comprehensive community mental health providers to offer preventative and treatment services to children and adults and comprehensive school mental health programs that include adequate access to school psychologists, school counselors and school social workers; and be it
Resolved, That National PTA and its constituent associations advocate for ongoing teacher and administrator training to improve the understanding of child emotional and mental health needs with emphasis on the importance of establishing a school climate conducive to good mental health; and be it
Resolved, That National PTA and its constituent associations promote educational programs for parents and families to strengthen understanding and supportive home environment; and be it
Resolved, The National PTA and its constituent associations support efforts to provide education and other supports for school staff and professional development to assist with addressing mental health issues with emphasis on early detection; and be it
Resolved, That National PTA and its constituent associations support and encourage reducing the stigma of mental illness and build a of understanding around children and youth mental health.
Utah PTA Legislative Policy:
Prioritizing the needs of all children and youth, while adhering to fiscal responsibility in government.
Maximum local control when it serves the best interest of all children and youth.
Utah PTA Legislative Priorities:
Prioritizing the needs of all children and youth, while adhering to fiscal responsibility in government.
Maximum local control when it serves the best interest of all children and youth.
