This project provides for the placement of Linkages to Learning (LTL) sites and School Based Health Centers (SBHC) at public schools. LTL sites provide accessible services to at-risk children and their families to improve adjustment to and performance in school, home, and community. Services include mental health, social services, and related community school programming. SBHCs are expanded models of LTL sites that include comprehensive primary health services. Host schools are selected based on criteria from the Linkages to Learning Strategic Plan. Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) will oversee the construction of SBHC and LTL sites. The County will occupy the space with School Health Services and LTL personnel and contractors.

Construction of Greencastle Elementary School LTL facility was completed in FY26. Construction of JoAnn Leleck Elementary School SBHC is expected to continue until FY27. Some existing capacity is allocated to expand the Eastern Middle School project from a standard-sized LTL to a large-sized LTL. Funding for two future projects will be allocated upon completion of the MCPS boundary study.

This project is recommended by the Department of Health and Human Services and MCPS.

Cost estimates are based on per square foot costs for school construction, adjusted by additional health care facility requirements such as examination rooms, a laboratory, and medical equipment. MCPS will provide maintenance and utilities by a Memorandum of Understanding. Site specific factors are to be determined, and will be provided during construction.

FY15 transfer of $65,000 in G.O. Bonds from the High School Wellness Center (#640902) project and a subsequent funding switch from G.O. Bonds to Recordation Tax Premium. FY23 supplemental in G.O. Bonds for the amount of $850,000.

Department of Health and Human Services, Department of General Services, Montgomery County Public Schools