An Act establishing comprehensive school counseling programs
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill aims to create comprehensive school counseling programs in Massachusetts. It seeks to ensure that all students have access to qualified counselors who can provide academic, social, and emotional support. The goal is to improve student well-being and academic outcomes by increasing the availability of these essential services within schools. These programs would likely involve hiring additional counselors and establishing clear guidelines for their roles and responsibilities.
Key provisions
- Establishment of comprehensive school counseling programs across Massachusetts.
- Increased access to school counselors for students.
- Guidance on the roles and responsibilities of school counselors.
- Potential for increased funding to support the implementation of these programs.
- Requirements for counselor qualifications and training.
Who is affected
- Students in Massachusetts public schools
- School administrators
- School districts
- School counselors
- Parents and guardians
Notable changes
- Likely increases in the number of school counselors available to students.
- Standardized guidelines for school counseling services.
- Potential shift in the focus of school counselors to address broader student needs beyond academic support.
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