Support for Personalized Learning focuses on the individual needs of the student holistically with an emphasis on the mental health needs to further support his/her educational success. Expanded School Mental Health (ESMH) is a comprehensive system of mental health services and programs that builds on core services typically provided by schools.

Meet Laura Johnson, MSW
Laura Johnson graduated from Frostburg State University with her bachelor’s in psychology and recently graduated from WVU with a master’s in social work. Laura was previously a licensed addiction counselor in Maryland for 5 years before transferring to Morgan County Schools. She is excited to make a positive impact on her community.  

SBIRT Program
Screening, Brief Intervention, and Referral to Treatment (SBIRT) is an evidence-based program that helps to identify and increase positive health behaviors for students at-risk for substance use and/or mental health issues. 

Understanding ESMH

Resources