1. United States
2. Ohio
3. Letter

The Trump administration's decision to cancel $1 billion in school mental health grants is deeply concerning. These funds were intended to help schools hire more counselors, psychologists, and other mental health professionals to support students' well-being. Removing this vital funding will deprive countless students of access to essential mental health services. The administration claims the grants conflict with their priorities of promoting merit and fairness, alleging they were being used to advance discriminatory policies. However, ensuring all students have access to mental health support should be a nonpartisan issue and a top priority for any administration. Mental health is crucial for academic success and overall well-being, especially in the wake of the immense challenges students have faced during the pandemic. I urge the administration to reinstate this funding immediately. Cutting $1 billion from school mental health programs will have devastating consequences for students across the country. Our children's mental health should never be treated as a partisan issue or fall victim to ideological battles. They deserve access to the resources and support necessary to thrive academically and personally.