September 19th, 2022 by WCBC Radio

In addition to hiring more school security employees for the school year, the Allegany County Board of Education has approved new personnel to reinforce mental health services. ACPS Director of Special Education and Student Services Debbie Metheny reported to the board that there were 10 mental health specialists for the system last year- and that new hires to supplement the department are now on board…

On a pilot basis, ACPS also added three school counselors. Superintendent Jeff Blank said adding to the mental health program will greatly benefit the system…