Parents and caregivers encouraged to include children's physical and mental well-being in back-to-school planning



DHS Logo Original 07/11/2018
News Release


*For Immediate Release*

August 8, 2024
Contact: Elizabeth Goodsitt/Jennifer Miller 608-266-1683

DHS Starts Countdown to a Healthy School Year

" Parents and caregivers encouraged to include children's physical and mental well-being in back-to-school planning"

As summer winds down and back-to-school planning gears up, the Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) reminds Wisconsinites that now is the time to book appointments, communicate special health concerns with schools, and talk to children about issues that may impact their mental and emotional health.

"While school can be an exciting time for many, it can also be a stressful experience for children. This may be especially true for children with special health needs or those who are struggling with mental health," said DHS State Health Officer Paula Tran. "Now is the time to book those medical and dental checkups and talk to children about going back to school. When kids are healthy and supported, they can stay in school and keep doing the things they love."

It's easy to overlook some steps in the hustle and bustle with getting back to school, and DHS has tips to get you started.

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