The 2023 General Assembly approved Senate Bill 1043, which incorporates consistent statewide definitions and expectations for licensed professional school counselors for the provision of "direct counseling services" and "program planning and school support." This short video provides an overview of these changes for central office leaders, administrators, and school counselors.
For more information please contact Sarah Bazemore, School Counseling Specialist at Sarah.Bazemore@doe.virginia.gov.