Supporting the designation of the week of April 28 through May 2, 2025, as "National Specialized Instructional Support Personnel Appreciation Week".

This is a non-binding House resolution recognizing and supporting the designation of a dedicated awareness week, from April 28 through May 2, 2025, as “National Specialized Instructional Support Personnel Appreciation Week.” It highlights the role of a broad group of school-based professionals who assist students beyond traditional teaching, including school counselors, social workers, psychologists, nurses, occupational and physical therapists, art and music therapists, dance/movement therapists, speech-language pathologists, and audiologists. The resolution emphasizes that these specialized instructional support personnel provide prevention and early intervention services, collaborate with teachers and families, promote student and school success, and help create safe, supportive learning environments. It also notes that such environments are linked to better academic performance. The resolution then states several actions the House supports: (1) endorsing the appreciation week; (2) recognizing that SISP use evidence-based practices to improve student outcomes; (3) commending SISP and those who support their work; (4) encouraging federal, state, and local policymakers to raise awareness of their importance; (5) recognizing their role in improving mental health, reducing drug use, and enhancing student/community safety; and (6) encouraging experts to share best practices so others can replicate success.