The School Chaplain Act allows public schools to engage volunteer chaplains to provide support services.

The School Chaplain Act permits public schools to engage volunteer chaplains to provide support, services, and programs for students. A chaplain is defined as a religious professional endorsed or certified by a recognized agency who offers spiritual programming, support, and counseling outside traditional church settings. Schools must comply with certain requirements, including providing learning opportunities to students, maintaining nonsectarian programs, and ensuring compliance with state laws and contract terms.

The School Chaplain Act allows public schools to engage volunteer chaplains to provide support services.

The School Chaplain Act permits public schools to engage volunteer chaplains to provide support, services, and programs for students. A chaplain is defined as a religious professional endorsed or certified by a recognized agency who offers spiritual programming, support, and counseling outside traditional church settings. Schools must comply with certain requirements, including providing learning opportunities to students, maintaining nonsectarian programs, and ensuring compliance with state laws and contract terms.