This joint resolution expresses congressional support for designating the week of February 3 through February 7, 2025, as "National School Counseling Week." It aims to honor and recognize the significant contributions of school counselors to the success of students across elementary and secondary schools nationwide. School counselors play a vital role in guiding students through their academic, social-emotional, and career development, helping them become well-rounded individuals. They assist students in coping with challenges such as peer pressure, bullying, mental health issues, and trauma, while also ensuring they are college and career ready, including awareness of financial aid and STEM opportunities. Despite their crucial work, counseling positions are often vulnerable to budget cuts, and the national student-to-counselor ratio significantly exceeds recommended levels. Therefore, celebrating "National School Counseling Week" seeks to increase public awareness of the essential role school counselors fulfill in preparing students for fulfilling lives.