The rights of ALL students to have access to school social work services have been emphasized by which body and reinforced by what?

• A. The Illinois State Board of Education and federal regulations regarding students with disabilities
• B. The National Education Association
• C. The American Federation of Teachers
• D. The Department of Education

Answer: (A)

Access to school social work services is supported by the policy role of a state education authority and reinforced by federal disability protections. The Illinois State Board of Education sets the requirements and expectations that districts provide a range of student supports, including school social work services, to ensure every student can participate in learning. Federal regulations tied to disability laws—specifically IDEA and Section 504—guarantee a free appropriate public education and the related services students need, which includes counseling or social work support when necessary. This combination—state policy backed by federal disability protections—clarifies and enforces the right of all students to access school social work services.