A template illustrating the components of an MOU that school-community partnerships may include. You will also need to consider relevant state law in any contract development in California. (National Center for School Mental Health)
Minor consent laws in California allow young people aged 12 and over to consent to certain services without parent or guardian involvement, including some mental health services. This webpage provides an overview of the laws and resources for school-based health providers. (California School-Based Health Alliance)
A list of commonly overlooked MOU terms and protocols for school-based mental health partnerships. (Atkinson, Andelson, Loya, Ruud & Romo)
An online guide that provides an overview of the laws that relate to sharing student/patient information (HIPAA, FERPA and California State Law), as well as best practices and resource materials for schools and health providers. (California School-Based Health Alliance)
A printable guide, similar to web resource above, that helps navigate the complex interactions of HIPAA and FERPA in school health programs, including SBHCs, school-based mental health programs, school nursing services, and other types of health services delivered on school campuses. (National Center for Youth Law)