Disruptive students; prescribe procedures for alternative placement and eventual reintegration into traditional school setting.

HB 1115, which died in committee in February 2025, proposed requiring Mississippi public schools to implement mental health assessments and support for students in kindergarten through grade 12 showing signs of mental distress, incapacity, or disruptive behavior. The bill mandated schools to conduct screenings (with parental consent or student request), train staff to identify mental health needs, integrate social-emotional learning into curriculum (starting at grade 5), and develop policies for reintegration after alternative placements. It also required the State Board of Education and Mississippi Department of Mental Health to create guidelines for coordinated mental health services, including early intervention and community referrals. The bill directly affected all public school districts in Mississippi and students exhibiting behavioral or emotional challenges. It did not address disciplinary actions but focused on prevention and support systems through mental health frameworks.