Supporting and Protecting the Rights of Students at Risk of Self-Harm in the Era of COVID-19

Provides information about Federal civil rights laws that protect students with mental health disabilities. This fact sheet includes scenarios that illustrate when the U.S. Department of Education might investigate a potential violation; gives schools and postsecondary institutions a list of action steps to create an environment responsive to students with mental health disabilities; and provides educational and crisis resources for students, families, and educators.