Public School Board hires Mental Health Specialist

Mental health issues in local schools will be getting a higher priority in the months ahead.

The Keewatin-Patricia District School Board is in the process of hiring a Children's Mental Health Leader.

Superintendant of Education Sean Monteith says they've known for a long time that mental health issues can affect student success.

Monteith says the job posting closes today and they will hopefully have a candidate in place by the end of the month.