Springfield High School Receives $1 Million Grant for New Health Center: Empowering Students’ Health and Wellness

The Springfield City School District recently announced the opening of a new school-based health center at Springfield High School, which has received a $1 million grant from the State of Ohio. The $3 million health center is set to open on August 15, with a ribbon-cutting ceremony taking place three days prior at 10 a.m.

The facility will include four exam rooms and three additional rooms for mental health treatment, offering services such as primary care, vaccinations, health screens, and individual or group mental health counseling. Superintendent Bob Hill expressed his gratitude to Governor Mike DeWine and the Ohio Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services for supporting this initiative that provides additional access to healthcare for students and district residents.

The center’s goal is to prioritize the health and wellness of children and families by offering primary care and behavioral health services to students. Greta Mayer, CEO of the Mental Health Recovery Board, noted that the objective of increasing access to mental health care for youth and families aligns with the Community Assessment & Plan.

With support from Director LeeAnne Cornyn’s capital team and the fundraising efforts of the local school district, the project was approved by the State for the maximum award of $1 million. In addition to current services provided, the health center plans to include vision and dental care in future aiming to meet comprehensive health needs of students and their families. All 7,700 students in Springfield City School District’s 17 buildings will have access to clinic with parental permission