On Oct. 13, 2021, the U.S. Department of Education (DOE) issued new resources aimed at helping schools and other educational institutions comply with federal civil rights laws that protect students with mental health disabilities. The new resources, which include a fact sheet and letter to educators, focus on issues specifically relating to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Fact Sheet on Students at Risk of Self-Harm
The DOE’s new fact sheet, “Supporting and Protecting the Rights of Students at Risk of Self-Harm in the Era of COVID-19,” provides information about:
• What may prompt the DOE to investigate a school or institution for potential violations of civil rights laws relating to mental health;
• How to create an educational environment that is responsive to students with mental health disabilities; and
• How to obtain other resources for students, families and educators.
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