About the Center for Mental Health in Schools at UCLA

Strategic Approach & Current National Initiatives Currently, all the center's work is accomplished strategically through activities organized around six major tasks: Analyses and assessment of needs and resources (individuals and systems) Translating analyses into a content focus and generating new ideas, frameworks, data, and knowledge for policy, practice, research, and training Gathering & developing materials –– including development of guidebooks and training curricula Designing & initiating effective delivery systems –– strategies for direct assistance to practitioners, including newsletters, electronic networking, clearinghouse, and a consultation cadre; strategies to support those currently providing training; and strategies for stimulating policy for local training and TA Providing a variety of TA and training venues Quality improvement strategies. The point, of course, is to enhance outcomes for young people by embedding mental health in schools into school improvement policy and practice. This exhibit outlines the strategic approach we take in pursuing our mission and aims.

RELATED INITIATIVES: Coalition for Cohesive Policy in Addressing Barriers to Learning & Development National Initiaitve: New Directions for Student Support Scholastic and AASA Collaboration Call to Action