There is federal funding available for student loans and for counseling services in many settings. ACA works to expand those programs and keep members apprised of the opportunities to apply for these grants.
Students can access information and funding opportunities to further their research and education.
ACA has been successful in advocating for increased funding for behavioral health services in schools; and we will continue to work for funding increases. Working with the Title IV-A Coalition, ACA has encouraged Congress to provide funding for school behavioral health programs and to reject the government’s initial piecemeal approach to funding.
The bipartisan Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) includes a flexible block grant program under Title IV, Part A. Title IV, Part A authorizes activities in three broad areas:
This additional funding will help provide all students with more access to mental health services. Schools will be able to hire more school counselors, create more opportunities for mental-health-related programs and develop programs designed to help create a safe and healthy school environment.
With your help, ACA can continue to advocate to ensure full funding for school counseling programs.