Supporting the designation of the week of April 27 through May 1, 2026, as "National Specialized Instructional Support Personnel Appreciation Week".

Recognizing specialized instructional support personnel This bill would designate the week of April 27 through May 1, 2026 as National Specialized Instructional Support Personnel Appreciation Week and spotlight the more than 1,000,000 school-based professionals who help students succeed. It names school counselors, school social workers, school psychologists and other qualified staff such as school nurses, occupational and physical therapists, speech-language pathologists, audiologists, and art, music, and dance therapists. The resolution commends their use of evidence-based practices, highlights their roles in prevention, early intervention, mental and behavioral health, and reducing drug use, and encourages policymakers and experts to share best practices.