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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Who is addressing the massive drug and substance abuse going on right now INSIDE the schools and during the school day?

https://www.arlnow.com/2023/03/01/just-in-police-on-scene-of-near-fatal-teen-overdose-in-ballston/[/quote]

Miranda's relentless learning loss platform seems pretty out of touch when kids are DYING. [/quote]

From her announcement email the first issue listed: Our Mental Health Crisis

Three weeks ago, issues of mental health and substance use in APS were brought into sharp relief. Parents and community activists had been sounding the alarm, but it took a tragic loss and other traumatic events to bring full community focus and the necessary urgency to these concerns.

So what have I been doing?

On the Friday Wakefield closed, I joined in a march of love and support organized by ASHPA leaders.

The following Monday, I and the rest of Green Valley Civic Association executive leadership heard from ACPD and began discussing ideas to support Green Valley students and residents, a discussion that continues.

At the recent Arlington Dems Second Saturday breakfast, I sponsored the event and coordinated a moderated discussion on mental health in our schools, featuring a county board member and an Arlington Schools Hispanic Parents Association (ASHPA) leader.

There is much more to do. Our upcoming budget cycle must prioritize mental health and APS needs county support. APS must have a concrete plan for in-school safety and communication with parents. I will be following these issues closely. [/quote]

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