Summary: The Rhode Island House of Representatives has introduced a resolution to commemorate "National School Counseling Week" from February 2nd to February 6th, 2026. This resolution recognizes the vital role that school counselors play in the educational system, emphasizing their commitment to helping students realize their full potential. School counselors assist students in exploring their abilities, interests, and talents, while also collaborating with parents and educators to support the personal, social, and academic growth of children.

The resolution highlights the importance of comprehensive developmental school counseling programs as essential components of the educational process, enabling all students to achieve success. It calls for the official recognition of this week and directs the Secretary of State to send a certified copy of the resolution to the President of the Rhode Island School Counselor Association, Anne-Marie Flaherty.

Introduced By: Representatives Shekarchi, Blazejewski, McNamara, Chippendale. Date Introduced: February 03. Referred To: House read and passed.