Minor elementary or secondary school students admitted to inpatient treatment; discl. of discharge.

This legislation strengthens communication between mental health facilities and public school districts regarding students transitioning from inpatient psychiatric treatment back into the classroom. When a minor student is discharged from an inpatient facility, the provider must now notify the student's school division, provided parental consent is granted. The goal of this bill is to ensure that schools have the necessary information to coordinate a safer, more effective reintegration process for children returning from crisis care. By facilitating better information sharing between medical professionals and educators, the policy aims to support the continuity of care for vulnerable students and improve the overall academic and emotional support structures available within Arlington Public Schools and across the Commonwealth.