NY K01023

Requests Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim March 1-7, 2026, as School Social Work Week in New York State, aligning with National School Social Work Week

Recognizes school social workers as licensed mental health professionals who provide assessment, counseling, family outreach, and community referrals for students

Highlights that nearly one in five children have a diagnosed mental, behavioral, or developmental disorder, making school social workers more necessary than ever

Notes New York's 86% high school graduation rate in 2025 and 5% dropout rate, crediting school social workers' contributions to these outcomes

Encourages New Yorkers to observe the week with activities promoting awareness of school social workers' role in helping students facing poverty, disability, abuse, homelessness, and other barriers to learning