Paris Elementary Strengthens Mental Health Focus | Lexington News

Lexington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 1, 2026 · 1m

Paris Elementary is doubling down on mental health education after seeing real results from programs like “Sources of Strength” and “Too Good For Drugs,” which teach kids how to manage emotions and speak up for themselves. The push came from community surveys and a statewide statistic showing over 10% of sixth graders had considered suicide — a wake-up call that led to a partnership with the Bourbon County Health Department. Students are now learning practical tools to talk to adults and advocate for themselves, with supportive messaging everywhere on campus. And the best part? It’s sticking…