PORTAGE, Wis. (WMTV) – The Portage School District received a $41,000 unrestricted, multi-year grant from the WEA Member Benefits Foundation Inc. for school-based mental health initiatives.
Portage was selected for the grant for its emphasis on relationship-based intervention, building teacher capacity to help specific students and a comprehensive brain-based approach to student mental health.
“This funding is a true blessing for our students and staff,” Portage Community School District Director of Student Services Theresa Stopla said. “It will allow us to not only continue our current efforts but also significantly enhance our work surrounding student mental health. These resources come at a critical time and will provide the sustained support necessary to foster a healthier, more resilient school community.”
The district plans to set up an on-site mental health clinic, address transportation barriers for students seeking services and provide neuro-sequential model training for staff.
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