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Back to School with Mental Health Focus | Providence News
School’s back in session across key Rhode Island towns, and Education Commissioner Angélica Infante-Green is urging students to show up—and stay present. With chronic absenteeism a top concern, even missing two days a month can derail progress, while consistent attendance directly boosts academic success. Mental health is also front and center: free, multilingual online support through Hazel Health is now available 24/7, and teachers are trained to spot behavioral shifts. Parents are encouraged to simply ask their kids what they need—listening and connecting can be the first step toward real…
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