February 2013 Issue
January 31, 2013

Short Takes: Celebrate National School Counseling Week

Source: NYSUT United

Celebrate National School Counseling Week

"School Counseling: Liberty and Learning for All" — Feb. 4-8 — focuses public attention on the unique contributions by professional school counselors within U.S. school systems. National School Counseling Week, sponsored by the American School Counselor Association, highlights the tremendous impact school counselors can have in helping students achieve school success and plan for a career. Visit www.schoolcounselor.org for more information.

Forum on mold planned

New York City Central Labor Council presents "Mold in the aftermath of Superstorm Sandy" from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Feb. 13. Experts from the medical, educational and environmental fields will explore what people need to know about the health consequences of exposure and how to remediate mold contamination safely. The workshop will be held at the UAW Region 9A, 256 W. 38th Street, 12th Floor, Manhattan. Visit www.nycosh.org for information.