This is a Senate resolution that officially designates February 2-6, 2026, as National School Counseling Week. It's a symbolic measure designed to recognize and celebrate the important work that school counselors do in American schools. The resolution acknowledges that school counselors help students in multiple ways—guiding them academically, supporting their emotional and social development, helping them explore career options, and providing crucial support during difficult times like trauma or school violence. The resolution highlights a real problem: schools often don't have enough counselors. The national average is one counselor for every 376 students, but experts recommend one counselor for every 250 students. School counselor positions are frequently cut when schools face budget problems, even though counselors are trained professionals who understand both education and emotional development. By officially recognizing this week, Congress is encouraging Americans to appreciate what school counselors contribute to students' lives and to understand why these positions matter so much for preparing young people for college, careers, and healthy futures.