Botetourt County Public Schools are placing an increased emphasis on mental health resources, thanks to a donation from the Botetourt County Rotary Club. The Rotary Club presented a $3,000 check to the school system to help fund online mental health resources for parents and students. This generous contribution is part of a grant aimed at providing mental health support to at-risk youth in the community.
The Rotary Club believes that engaging parents and families is crucial in supporting the mental health needs of children. Dr. Angie Anderson, a member of the Rotary Club and a mental health professional, emphasizes the importance of involving parents in the treatment process. She notes that parental involvement is key to the success of interventions for children facing mental health challenges.
The online resources funded by the Rotary Club grant are available free of charge to parents and students. These resources include coaching services and answers to common mental health questions. By making these resources readily accessible, the school system aims to empower families to support their children’s mental health needs effectively.
To access the online mental health resources provided by Botetourt County Public Schools, parents and students can visit the designated website. These resources not only offer valuable information and support but also serve as a tool to promote awareness and understanding of mental health issues in the community.
Parental involvement is crucial in supporting the mental health needs of children facing challenges. According to Dr. Anderson, parental involvement is key to intervention success for children facing such challenges.
Botetourt County Public Schools are taking steps towards improving its approach towards children’s mental wellbeing with funding from Botetourt County Rotary Club’s grant aimed at providing online resources for parents and students facing at-risk youth challenges.
The club presented a check worth $3000 towards funding these resources which includes coaching services, answering common queries about mental health and more. This will provide families with readily accessible tools needed for effective support for their children’s needs.
Dr. Anderson, who is also a member of this club as well as being a professional in this field emphasizes that parental involvement plays an essential role in supporting young people’s journey through life’s stresses.