Seattle mayor, police and school district outline investments in mental health supports

Mayor Bruce Harrell and Superintendent Brent Jones announced plans for $14.55 million worth of funding to be rolled out this school year.

SEATTLE — Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell, Seattle Public Schools Superintendent Brent Jones and Seattle Police Department Interim Chief Sue Rahr announced plans Thursday for a $14.55 million investment in resources for students and families as the city and district work to reduce youth violence. 

The funding comes after Seattle students rallied for more mental health supports.

Of that multi-million investment, $12.25 million comes from the City of Seattle and $2.3 million is from Seattle Public Schools. 

Mayor Harrell said the

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