Declares that timely access to information about educational and social service resources is essential for children and parents to evaluate and make choices about educational opportunities.

Finds that well-developed school counseling programs can significantly increase academic achievement, improve building safety, and reduce student dropout rates.

Finds that a comprehensive guidance and planning curriculum is now available to all districts in the state. It is therefore the intent of the legislature that all middle schools, junior high schools, and high schools must implement a comprehensive guidance and planning program for all students.