An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, providing for comprehensive school counseling services.

Summary

The bill adds a new article to the Public School Code that obligates every school entity—districts, charter schools, intermediate units, and similar organizations—to develop a written comprehensive school counseling plan. Certified school counselors must implement the plan and devote at least 80% of their working time to direct or indirect counseling services for students. The aim is to provide coordinated academic, career and social‑emotional support to all learners.

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