IL HR0683

Designates February 5-9, 2018 as National School Counseling Week in Illinois.

Recognizes school counselors employed in public and private schools for helping students reach their full potential.

Acknowledges school counselors' role in helping students explore abilities, strengths, interests, and talents related to career awareness and development.

Emphasizes school counselors' work with parents, teachers, and community resources to support students' educational, personal, and social growth.

Affirms that comprehensive developmental school counseling programs are integral to the educational process and student success.