NY K00926

Requests Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim February 2-6, 2026, as School Counseling Week in New York State, aligning with National School Counseling Week designated by the American School Counselor Association

Recognizes school counselors' role in supporting students' academic learning, social and emotional development, and career exploration

Highlights counselors' work addressing challenges including peer pressure, bullying, mental health issues, school violence, and disciplinary problems

Notes the national student-to-counselor ratio is 376 to 1, exceeding the recommended 250 to 1 ratio

This year's theme is "School Counselors Amplify Student Success," emphasizing counselors' impact on classroom performance and future planning