The West Virginia House of Delegates has expressed its support for the Crisis Recovery Network coordinated by the Southern Regional Education Board (SREB). This resolution emphasizes the importance of long-term recovery efforts following crises such as natural disasters and school shootings, recognizing that many schools, particularly in rural areas, lack the necessary resources and counseling support to aid students and staff during the recovery process. The resolution highlights the emotional toll on school counselors and the need for external support to ensure the well-being of the entire school community.

The House of Delegates believes that a coordinated, region-wide effort is essential to provide consistent long-term counseling capacity that can be deployed immediately after a crisis. The SREB is positioned to lead this initiative by collaborating with various stakeholders, including state education agencies and local districts, to enhance existing crisis management efforts. The resolution calls for the hiring of a coordinator for the network and covers travel costs for counselors involved in training and deployment, ultimately aiming to foster psychological resilience and support the healing process for students, teachers, and counselors alike. A copy of the resolution will be forwarded to the West Virginia Emergency Management Division.