Broward Cty, FL: Demand on guidance counselors/social workers in schools is 'astronomical'

Feb 15, 2018, WLRN—TV, Miami: Broward County School Board Members: 'We Need Help' With Mental Health Services For Kids http://wlrn.org/post/broward-county-school-board-members-we-need-help-mental-health-services-kids Broward County school board members say schools and churches need to pay more attention to the mental health needs of children. … Bartleman said the demands on guidance counselors and social workers in schools is “astronomical.” “We’ve taken on social emotional curriculum. We’re embracing everything, everything we can possibly do in this district to help our students to make sure they’re healthy, and mentally healthy, but it’s not enough," she said. "We need help.” …