https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/news/topics/schools Rural Health & Human Services News by Topic: Schools - Rural Health Information Hub en Copyright 2026 Rural Health Information Hub https://news.delaware.gov/2026/02/09/state-of-delaware-opens-initial-rfps-to-transform-rural-health-care/ Announces new requests for proposals (RFPs) as part of Delaware's Rural Health Transformation Program (RHTP) efforts. The RFPs call for projects supporting opening Delaware's first medical school, opening new school-based health centers, establishing nutrition-based infrastructure, and supporting mobile health units and other community-based health access points. Describes Delaware's RHTP goals and how to apply. Notes that additional RFPs will be announced in the spring. https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/news/38265 Mon, 09 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0600 https://cardinalnews.org/2026/01/12/new-school-based-program-shows-promise-for-youth-mental-health/ Discusses a program offering mental healthcare to students in a rural Virginia school. Highlights the program's funding, the increased mental healthcare access for rural children through school-based programs, and mental health awareness. https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/news/38163 Mon, 12 Jan 2026 00:00:00 -0600 https://www.wjhl.com/news/local/youth-villages-expanding-intercept-program-to-reach-rural-areas/amp/ Describes increasing rates of suicide among children between 10 and 17 in Tennessee and highlights a program being expanded into rural communities to address the crisis. Notes rural-specific issues driving poor outcomes including stigma and less mental healthcare access. Discusses telehealth and school-based services as opportunities to improve outcomes. https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/news/38166 Mon, 12 Jan 2026 00:00:00 -0600