CDC mental health guidance for schools encourages race-based affinity groups

A new guidance document on mental health in schools from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention suggests schools should "focus on equity" and explore establishing race-based affinity groups as one way to achieve it.

The guidance is titled "Promoting Mental Health and Well-Being in Schools: An Action Guide for School and District Leaders" and was released this month to help school administrators and teachers "identify evidence-based strategies, approaches, and practices that can positively influence students’ mental health," according to the CDC.

"Schools play an important role in promoting the behavioral and mental health and well-being of students through education,...