Mississippi SB2493 mandates each school district to employ a licensed mental health counselor in every school, requiring students to meet with their.
Mississippi SB2493 amends the state code to require each school district to employ a licensed mental health counselor in every school starting from the 2026-2027 school year. The bill mandates that all students meet with their school's mental health counselor at least once per school year. The mental health counselor's role includes providing preventive counseling, referrals to community agencies, educational consultations, and crisis intervention, among other services. The State Department of Education may adopt regulations regarding the activities of the professional school counselor.
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