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School Board's Decision Leaves 2,500 Students Without Support

9/6/2025

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Hamilton County Schools principals are alarmed by the School Board's decision to end its partnership with Centerstone, affecting over 2,500 students.
The sudden termination left families seeking alternative therapeutic services without notice.
The Hamilton County Principals Association (HCPA) labels this an "unacceptable gap" in student mental health support.
Board member Jill Black condemned the vote, while Ben Daugherty questioned alternative providers' qualifications.
The HCPA urges the School Board to reconsider and collaborate on maintaining vital mental health services.

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Story summary

Hamilton County Schools principals are alarmed by the School Board's decision to end its partnership with Centerstone, affecting over 2,500 students.
The sudden termination left families seeking alternative therapeutic services without notice.
The Hamilton County Principals Association (HCPA) labels this an "unacceptable gap" in student mental health support.
Board member Jill Black condemned the vote, while Ben Daugherty questioned alternative providers' qualifications.
The HCPA urges the School Board to reconsider and collaborate on maintaining vital mental health services.