Baldwin, New York – Young people's mental health is a crisis across the country. Many struggle to manage the stress and complications of everyday life. Studies show that students who are both physically and mentally healthy are more likely to excel in all aspects of academic performance, including academic performance, educational behavior, and cognitive skills and attitudes.
As part of an ongoing initiative to improve the health and wellness resources available to its students and families, the Baldwin Union Free School District (UFSD) is proud to launch the Baldwin Schools Wellness Center and to be among the first school districts from the country. establish such a resource directly on campus at no cost to families.
In partnership with PM Pediatric Care and located at Baldwin Middle School, the Baldwin Schools Wellness Center provides immediate access to behavioral health care and resources dedicated to mental wellness for students from elementary through high school, with convenient and flexible hours during and after school. This innovative and collaborative approach to connected care is key to meeting all of students' health needs while optimizing their learning experiences.
“Cultivating the 'whole child' remains a key focus for the Baldwin School District,” said Dr. Shari L. Camhi, Baldwin School District Superintendent of Schools. “We understand that to provide a comprehensive, high-quality education, we must first ensure the emotional well-being of our students. The Baldwin Schools Wellness Center, with a grant from former Congresswoman Kathleen Rice, is an important step in this direction, benefiting not only our district and therefore the Baldwin community. Through this new resource, we will foster a positive and nurturing environment that promotes the emotional and academic well-being of everyone involved. We are extremely proud to be among the first school districts in the country to offer comprehensive services at no cost to our families directly on site. Thank you to our Board of Education, administrators, Student Services, all of our staff who helped make this a reality, as well as our partners at PM Pediatric Care. “We look forward to seeing the continued success of the Baldwin Schools Wellness Center.”
Additional services offered through the Baldwin Schools Wellness Center include:
- On-site licensed pediatric and adolescent behavioral health professionals offering evidence-based therapeutic care;
- A team of school nurses, counselors and district staff to provide quality mental and behavioral health services;
- Crisis consultation and management, individual and group therapy, creative arts therapy, behavioral assessment and interventions, and professional development for school staff; and
- Safe and comfortable counseling rooms, mindfulness area, transition room, and academic tutoring space.
“I am thrilled to be a part of the grand opening of the Baldwin Schools Wellness Center,” said Dr. Jeanne Marconi, vice president of Clinical Integration and School Health for PM Pediatric Care. “Our commitment to closing the mental and behavioral health care gap between home and school extends beyond the walls of our PM Pediatric Care offices and into the hearts of the communities we serve. The Baldwin Schools Wellness Center takes an innovative approach and allows us to help build an ecosystem of connected care between school, therapy, caregivers, community and pediatricians. “We are honored to join the Baldwin School District to provide expert therapeutic interventions for students in a way that meets their personal needs.”
About Baldwin UFSD
The Baldwin Union Free School District (UFSD) is an award-winning K-12 public school district located on Long Island in Baldwin, New York. With a total enrollment of approximately 4,500, the district consists of seven schools, a career and technical program, and a universal pre-kindergarten program. Baldwin UFSD has been recognized for its innovative and rigorous academic programs, numerous partnerships and redesigned classrooms, and is proud to help students prepare for the future. Some of the district's innovative initiatives encompass school- and career-based programs, e.g. 8th Pre-Academies and 9th Gradeth–12th Undergraduate Academic Academies: a partnership of community colleges, an extensive catalog of dual credit and Advanced Placement (AP) courses, an ELA (English Language Arts) and social studies curriculum for grades 6-12 degree linked to journalism literacy, the Senior Experience course, as well as nationally recognized arts and athletics. The district's graduation rate is currently 99%. Baldwin UFSD embraces the motto of its diverse community and school: “We are innovative. We are inclusive. We are involved. We are Baldwin.” For more information visit www.baldwinschools.org or connect on Facebook ( BaldwinSchools), Instagram ( Baldwin_Schools) and LinkedIn ( BaldwinSchools).
PM Pediatric Care School Health
PM Pediatric Care is the nation's largest provider of specialized pediatric urgent care with nearly 80 locations in more than 15 states. Established as a premier alternative to a children's emergency department, the organization has since grown into a robust network of premier pediatric healthcare initiatives, including comprehensive behavioral health services in communities and schools. PM Pediatric Care's school health program works with school districts to bridge the gap between school, home, primary care pediatricians, and behavioral health providers. Their goal is to meet all students' health needs and optimize learning by offering flexible appointments during and after the school day. The program provides students with access to licensed and credentialed healthcare professionals, improving attendance and supporting academic success. To learn more about pediatric PM care, visit pmpediatriccare.com.
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