School Social Workers Improving Student Success Act

School Social Workers Improving Student Success Act

This bill provides certain resources to increase the number of social workers in elementary and secondary schools.

Specifically, the bill directs the Department of Education to award grants to high-need local educational agencies to retain or hire school social workers.

The bill also establishes a national technical assistance center for school social work to, among other duties, develop strategies for improving the effectiveness of the school social work workforce.

Bill 117 HR 7037, also known as the School Social Workers Improving Student Success Act, aims to improve the educational outcomes of students by increasing the number of school social workers in schools across the United States. The bill recognizes the important role that social workers play in supporting students' social, emotional, and mental well-being, which are crucial factors in academic success.

The bill proposes to provide funding to states and school districts to hire and retain more school social workers. This funding would be used to increase the ratio of social workers to students, ensuring that schools have the resources necessary to address the diverse needs of their student populations. Additionally, the bill emphasizes the importance of training and professional development for school social workers to ensure they are equipped to effectively support students.

By increasing the number of school social workers and providing them with the necessary resources and training, the School Social Workers Improving Student Success Act aims to create a more supportive and inclusive school environment that promotes student success. The bill has received bipartisan support in Congress, with lawmakers recognizing the critical role that social workers play in helping students overcome barriers to learning and achieve their full potential.