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This resolution, passed by the House of Representatives of the State of Rhode Island, officially designates February 2nd through February 6th, 2026, as "National School Counseling Week." The resolution highlights the crucial role of school counselors in helping students reach their full potential by exploring their abilities, strengths, and interests, and by assisting parents in fostering their children's educational, personal, and social growth. It also acknowledges that school counselors collaborate with educators to help students set realistic goals and connect with community resources to support comprehensive school counseling programs, which are considered essential for student success. Finally, the resolution directs the Secretary of State to send a certified copy of this declaration to the President of the Rhode Island School Counselor Association.

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