SRES 50119th CongressIntroduced

A resolution designating the week of February 3 through 7, 2025, as "National School Counseling Week".

Introduced: Jan 30, 2025

Standard Summary

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This is a non-binding Senate resolution designating February 3–7, 2025, as “National School Counseling Week.” It acknowledges the important role of school counselors in guiding students through academics, social-emotional development, and career exploration; promoting college readiness and access to financial aid; and contributing to a positive school climate and safety. The resolution highlights the current high student-to-counselor ratio and notes budget pressures that can lead to counselor positions being eliminated. It encourages observance of the week with ceremonies and activities to raise awareness of school counselors’ contributions to students, families, and communities.

Key Points

1Designates February 3–7, 2025, as National School Counseling Week.
2Recognizes the American School Counselor Association’s designation of the week and highlights the broad role of school counselors in academics, social-emotional development, and career exploration.
3Emphasizes that counseling support can improve academic achievement and college/career readiness, including awareness of financial aid and scholarships.
4Draws attention to challenges such as the national student-to-counselor ratio (376:1) and budget-driven reductions in counselor positions.
5Encourages public observance through ceremonies and activities to raise awareness of counselors’ roles in schools and communities.

Impact Areas

Primary group/area affected: Students in schools (across K-12) who benefit from counseling services.Secondary group/area affected: School counselors, teachers, administrators, and families; advocacy and education communities.Additional impacts: Public awareness and appreciation of counseling services; potential influence on policy discussions and budget priorities at local, state, and national levels, though the resolution itself is non-binding and does not authorize funding or mandate actions.

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