The new school-based health center at Springfield High School is set to open on August 15 with a ribbon-cutting ceremony taking place three days prior at 10 a.m. The facility, which costs $3 million, will offer primary care, vaccinations, health screens and individual or group mental health counseling services to students.
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. He emphasized that 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.
The project was approved by the State for the maximum award of $1 million with support from Director LeeAnne Cornyn’s capital team and the fundraising efforts of the local school district. In addition to current services provided, the health center plans to include vision and dental care in the future, aiming to meet the comprehensive health needs of students and their families. All 7,700 students in the district’s 17 buildings will be granted access to the clinic with parental permission.
