This House resolution (H. Res. 196) expresses support for designating the week beginning March 2, 2025, as "School Social Work Week." It was introduced March 5, 2025, by Representatives Gwen Moore, Hillary Scholten, and Sylvia Garcia and referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce. The resolution lists reasons to recognize school social workers, including their role in helping students who face disability, poverty, abuse, mental illness, homelessness, bullying, and other barriers to learning. It notes school social work is included in the Elementary and Secondary Education Act and the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act and cites that nearly 1 in 6 children ages 2 to 8 have a diagnosed mental, behavioral, or developmental disorder.
The resolution asks the House to support the designation, honors school social workers, and encourages people to observe "School Social Work Week" with ceremonies and activities that raise awareness of their role. It is a statement of recognition and encouragement to the public.
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The resolution says school social workers are licensed mental health professionals in schools who provide assessment, interventions, counseling, family outreach, and community referrals. It says school mental health programs help identify problems early, improve educational outcomes by reducing absences, dropouts, and discipline referrals, and that school social workers help plan for school safety and build partnerships between home, school, and community.
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