Building Inclusivity: Supporting LGBTQ+ Students and Families Jun 22, 2021

Do you want to make your school more inclusive? Whether you are working with older students newly coming out as LGBTQ+ or younger students to help them see the value in all different types of people and families, this is the place for you. Learn how to make inclusive language choices, use your physical space to normalize different student identities and different-looking families, and confidently employ intervention strategies for when things go wrong. Please click here for webinar handout and here for additional resources.

Earn 0.1 CEUs/1 contact hours for this webinar by purchasing and passing the corresponding quiz found in the Specialists and Exams section of the Online Store. Search by keyword of the webinar title to find the exam in the online store. CEU exams are available for three years following the live webinar.

Learning Objectives:

After attending this webinar you should be able to:

Provide basic definitions, such as LGBTQ+, heteronormativity, cisgender
Explain the difference between common but exclusionary language and more inclusive alternatives
Strategize how to make their spaces more inclusive
Discuss strategies for intervening in situations that come up in their classroom/building

Presenter:

Anne-Marie Sklarwitz, SEL Coordination and Remote Student Support, Westwood High School (Westwood, Mass.)

Original air date: June 21, 2021

**Use the Nurtured Heart Approach as a Trauma Informed Approach** Jun 11, 2021
Foundational to a trauma-informed school is creating an environment where the student is in a state of receptivity, not survival, regardless of the student’s past trauma. One way to encourage receptivity is to implement The Nurtured Heart Approach (NHA), which creates a warm, caring and connected classroom environment. The NHA is a relationship-focused methodology founded strategically in “The 3 Stands” for helping children (and adults) build Inner Wealth and use their intensity in successful ways. It has become a powerful way of awakening student agency in managing the effects of their trauma, which results in better emotional management, resiliency, mindfulness and classroom success. The essence of NHA is a set of core methodologies originally developed for working with the most difficult children, particularly children who have experienced trauma. It has a proven impact on every child, including those who are challenged behaviorally, socially and academically. Click here for the webinar handout.

Earn 0.1 CEUs/1 contact hours for this webinar by purchasing and passing the corresponding quiz found in the Specialists and Exams section of the Online Store. Search by keyword of the webinar title to find the exam in the online store. *CEU exams are available for three years following the live webinar.*

**Learning Objectives:**

After attending this webinar, you should be able to:

1. Explain the signs of trauma
2. Explain why conventional methods of managing children of trauma often fail despite the best of intentions
3. Shift a challenging child to using his or her intensity in successful ways, even if the child is diagnosed with ADHD, ODD or exhibits other difficult behavior.
4. Apply the core methodologies of the Nurtured Heart Approach to build Inner Wealth in all children and create a richer and safer school environment.

**Presenter:** Christine Abrahams, Ed.D., LPC, LMHC, NCC, ACS
Home Education School Counselor, Lee County, Fort Myers, Fla.

**Original air date:** June 11, 2021

Use DeBono’s Six Thinking Hats for Success During Critical Student Meetings Jun 03, 2021

Hear how DeBono’s Six Thinking Hats is a method to use during student, teacher and/or parent meetings to foster critical thinking with a problem-solving focus. Using this method during critical student meetings helps eliminate confusion and creates a visual representation that provides an effective means for school counselors to conceptualize and present issues pertaining to students, ultimately leading to solutions. Learn how this technique also applies to the ASCA Mindsets & Behaviors for Student Success. Please click here for the webinar handout.

Earn 0.1 CEUs/1 contact hours for this webinar by purchasing and passing the corresponding quiz found in the Specialists and Exams section of the Online Store. Search by keyword of the webinar title to find the exam in the online store. CEU exams are available for three years following the live webinar.

Learning objectives:

After attending this webinar, you should be able to:

Examine the components of DeBono’s Six Thinking Hats technique during critical student meetings in the school counseling setting.
Experience the engagement, focus and visual representation this method brings to critical student meetings.
Analyze the effectiveness of DeBono’s Six Thinking Hats technique.

Presenters:

Jacqueline L. Wirth, Ph.D., Associate Professor of Counseling School of Behavioral Sciences, Liberty University
Summer Perhay Kuba, Ph.D., Associate Professor of Counseling School of Behavioral Sciences, Liberty University
Laura Martin, Ph.D., Associate Professor of Counseling School of Behavioral Sciences, Liberty University
Kerry Lamphere Bowles,Assistant Professor of Counseling, School of Behavioral Sciences, Liberty University

Original air date: June 3, 2021, 11 a.m. Eastern

Build SEL with LEGO Activities Apr 20, 2021

2021 ASCA Webinar Series: Build SEL with LEGO® Activities

Discover and experience engaging and meaningful small-group activities using LEGO® materials to promote positive social/emotional development, creative expression and collaboration. Activities are designed primarily for use with K–8 students and are applicable to various small-group topics such as emotion management, family and life changes, growth mindset, and self-esteem. Please click here for the webinar handout.

Earn 0.1 CEUs/1 contact hours for this webinar by purchasing and passing the corresponding quiz found in the Specialists and Exams section of the Online Store. Search by keyword of the webinar title to find the exam in the online store. CEU exams are available for three years following the live webinar.

Learning objectives:

After attending this webinar, you will be able to:

Explain the rationale for utilizing LEGO® activities in group counseling to support SEL.
Identify LEGO® activities that can be implemented to address various small-group topics.
Competently facilitate small group LEGO® activities in your school.

Speaker:

Derek Tulluck, M.Ed., NBCT, Associate Faculty, Professional School Counseling Program, City University of Seattle

Original air date: April 20, 2021, 1 p.m. Eastern

2021 ASCA Webinar Series: Building SEL with LEGO® Activities

Celebrate College Signing Day (2021) Mar 23, 2021

2021 ASCA Webinar Series: Celebrate College Signing Day

ASCA is pleased to join Reach Higher to help you plan your best College Signing Day celebration yet, especially online. Former First Lady Michelle Obama is committed to helping students reach higher by completing their education past high school. She continues to celebrate College Signing Day through Reach Higher to recognize the hard work of students to pursue and complete their postsecondary education, whether at a two-year school, four-year university or through an industry-recognized credential or the military. Reach Higher encourages you to celebrate College Signing Day online, virtually, and via social media to recognize students’ efforts and accomplishments. During this webinar, Reach Higher, which is now at the Common App, will share a toolkit to help you host a signing day celebration online with your students and introduce you to new partners to help you make this your best signing day yet.

To access/download the College Signing Day Toolkit, please visit https://www.bettermakeroom.org/collegesigningday/

Learning objectives
After viewing this webinar you should be able to:

Celebrate College Signing Day with students and your communities, including digital options
Share details of your signing day celebrations with the Reach Higher/Better Make Room team
Remain involved with Mrs. Obama’s college-completion effort

Original air date:

March 22, 2021, 2-3 p.m. Eastern

School Counselor Performance Appraisal Mar 23, 2021

In your role, are you responsible for supervising practicing school counselors? Hear about the importance of providing meaningful feedback in this role to ensure effective delivery and planning of direct and indirect services in your school or district. Discuss school counselor’s impact on student achievement, program goals, student needs, and school’s overall mission and vision.

Earn 0.1 CEUs/1 contact hours for this webinar by purchasing and passing the corresponding quiz found in the Specialists and Exams section of the Online Store. Search by keyword of the webinar title to find the exam in the online store. CEU exams are available for three years following the live webinar.

Learning objectives:

After viewing this webinar you should be able to:

Apply sample observation tools, aligned with ASCA and state standards, when evaluating school counselors to provide ongoing feedback
Facilitate evaluation conferences to provide meaningful feedback regarding strengths and areas of growth through the use of specific talking points
Support school counselors in developing professional, data-informed goals and programming to meet students’ needs

Presenters:

Danielle Hornbecker, Middle School Director of Student Services, Fairfax County Public Schools
Sonya Williams, High School Director of Student Services, Fairfax County Public Schools.

Original air date:

March 8, 2021, 2 p.m. Eastern

Address Postsecondary Readiness at the Middle Level Mar 04, 2021

Learn strategies to help your middle level students explore colleges, discover career interests and build soft skills. Hear simple tips to motivate students and incentivize a postsecondary readiness program in a way that is inclusive and accessible for all. Walk away with sample activities to get the program started, and discover ways to use data to capture student voice and evaluate the program. Based on the needs of your students and availability of local options, learn how to tailor a meaningful college and career exploration experience for your middle school.

Learning objectives:

After viewing this webinar you will be able to:

Implement strategies into your core college and career counseling program to engage all students.
Infuse technology-based experiences to create simple activities and lessons.
Identify ways to collaborate within your school and community.
Integrate local existing college and career resources with your incentive program.

Presenters:

Laurie Tristan, Lead Counselor, MacArthur Fundamental Intermediate School, Santa Ana, CA
Christine Silva, School Counselor, MacArthur Intermediate School, Santa Ana, CA

Original air date: March 3, 2021

The Resiliency Journey Feb 23, 2021

The added stressors brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic, in addition to the typical stress of a school day, can cause significant challenges for school counselors. Self-care strategies are a critical component to maintaining positive mental health and can increase school counselors’ ability to be their best to support students and colleagues during these challenging times. Get tools, tips and resources to help you avoid compassion fatigue and burnout during the COVID-19 pandemic and beyond, and learn about key strategies for recovery and resilience. The webinar handout can be found here.

Additional resources: Handout1 and Handout2.

Earn 0.1 CEUs/1 contact hours for this webinar by purchasing and passing the corresponding quiz found in the Specialists and Exams section of the Online Store. Search by keyword of the webinar title to find the exam in the online store. CEU exams are available for three years following the live webinar.

Learning objectives:

After viewing this webinar you should be able to:

Discuss the mental health impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and other disasters
Explain wellness and resiliency and how this aligns with the school counselor’s role
List current challenges and reframe them into opportunities to increase your well-being and efficacy
Develop a self-care plan with actionable next steps

Speakers:

Ernest Cox Jr., Ph.D., school counselor consultant and director of counseling and wellness, EC Counseling and Wellness, LLC
Natalie Fikac, Ed.D., AWARE state coordinator for the Texas Education Agency
Elizabeth Granzow, special projects coordinator at 7-Dippity Inc.
Curtis T. Jenkins, retired state school counseling consultant with the Student Support Services Project at the Florida Department of Education
Scott Sevin, president, 7-Dippity Inc.

Original air date:

Feb. 23, 2021

Build a Positive School Culture via a Student Leadership Team Feb 17, 2021

The mission of the BIONIC Team (Believe it or Not I Care) is to increase peer-to-peer connections through positive activities throughout the school year. We focus on welcoming new students; reaching out to hospitalized students, students with extended illness/health conditions; students, families and staff who experience the death of a loved one; other schools that experience tragedies; and empowering bystanders to prevent bullying. The BIONIC team plays a key leadership role in schoolwide initiatives such as PBIS, connecting communities and leadership opportunities. Learn about schoolwide initiatives that are sponsored by our BIO.IC team, such as Starts with Hello Week, 10-10 I Care Day, Let it Go Day and many more. Leave with a guide to easily implement your own program at your school. Please click here for the webinar handout.

Learning objectives:

After viewing this webinar you should be able to:

Discuss the purpose of the BIONIC team, how to implement one within the school building, and how this team can have a positive impact on your school counseling program.
Strategize ways to provide opportunities for students in leadership, creating peer-to-peer relationships as well as community connections.
Explain how to implement schoolwide activities that will create connections within your community.

Speakers:

Laura Hogue, School Counselor, Bedford City School District, Ohio
Leah McKeen, Teacher, Bedford City School District, Ohio

Original Air Date: Feb. 16, 2021, 3-4 p.m. Eastern

Tech Tools for School Counselors: Designing Learning and Designing Futures Feb 12, 2021

Tech Tools for School Counselors- Designing Learning and Designing Futures

Although school were using technology to assist in learning well before COVID-19, technology has become central to education in unprecedented ways since the pandemic. Learn key aspects of both instructional and computational design to build learning activities and experiences to support the diverse range of school counseling roles and student learning. Learn to apply technology to 21st-century learning, and discover how to upgrade your practice through crisis and into the future. Please click here for accompanying handout and here for additional information.

Earn 0.1 CEUs/1 contact hours for this webinar by purchasing and passing the corresponding quiz found in the Specialists and Exams section of the Online Store. Search by keyword of the webinar title to find the exam in the online store. CEU exams are available for three years following the live webinar.

Learning outcomes:

Participants will identify key principle’s of both instructional design and computational design to aid student personalized learning experience.
Participants will be able to describe key elements of technology in education including collaboration, leadership, design and analysis.
Participants will be able to list at least three tolls to assist in data collection or student learning.

Presenters:

Angela Cleveland, MSEd, MEd., MA, and Stephen Sharp, M.Ed.

Original Air Date: Jan. 19, 2021, 2-3 p.m. EST

Protecting the School Counselor Role Feb 02, 2021

New ASCA research finds school counselors are spending an average of 74% of their time in direct and indirect student services, but non-school-counseling duties still account for 11.5% of their time. In this webinar, State of the Profession: Protecting the School Counselor Role, panelists discuss how they advocate for appropriate duties to best serve their students.

Moderator: Brian Coleman, 2019 School Counselor of the Year

Speakers:

Heidi Truax, Ph.D., Executive Director, Chicago Public Schools

Donna Burgess Huger, Ed.D., Director of School Counseling, Dutch Fork High School, Irmo, S.C.

Original air date: Feb. 2, 2021

Help Stop Child Sex Trafficking Jan 20, 2021

Help Stop Child Sex Trafficking

All schools and communities have students who could potentially fall victim to predatory behaviors such as child sex trafficking. School counselors are often in a unique position to identify students at risk or affected by traumatic events and harmful behaviors and can provide the support and resources these students need. Learn about child sex trafficking, a complex and multifaceted crime, by addressing indicators, vulnerabilities and the trauma associated with sex trafficking. Walk away understanding the issue and its impact on victims and communities.

Earn 0.1 CEUs/1 contact hours for this webinar by purchasing and passing the corresponding quiz found in the Specialists and Exams section of the Online Store. Search by keyword of the webinar title to find the exam in the online store. CEU exams are available for three years following the live webinar.

Learning Objectives:

After viewing this webinar you should be able to:

Define child sex trafficking and identify common indicators
Discuss myths and misconceptions of child sex trafficking
Identify vulnerabilities and risk factors that traffickers use to exploit
Recall reporting practices for suspected child sex trafficking

Presenter:

Sarah Koransky; Project Specialist, Training, Child Sex Trafficking

Original Air Date: Jan. 19, 2021, 2-3 p.m. EST

Making Supervision Work Dec 11, 2020

Do you supervise school counseling interns or practicing school counselors? Do you have the necessary education and training to support supervisees? Most practicing school counselors weren’t taught supervision models or best practices, yet supervision knowledge is vital to help guide the next generation of school counselors. Learn about the various roles and responsibilities of school counseling supervisors and how to use the ASCA National Model when training and supporting emerging school counselors.

Earn 0.1 CEUs/1 contact hours for this webinar by purchasing and passing the corresponding quiz found in the Specialists and Exams section of the Online Store. Search by keyword of the webinar title to find the exam in the online store. CEU exams are available for three years following the live webinar.

Learning objectives:

After viewing this webinar, you should be able to:

Explain the roles and responsibilities of school counseling supervisors.
Examine ethical, legal and cultural considerations related to school counseling supervision.
Use the ASCA National Model when training school counseling supervisees.

Speakers:

Taqueena Quintana, Ed.D., Assistant Professor/Practicum Internship Coordinator, Arkansas State University-Jonesboro, Jonesboro, Ark.
Sonia Gooden-Alexis, Ed.D., Clinical Supervisor, SGA Counseling Services, Boston, Mass.

Original air date: Dec. 11, 2020

ASCA Town Hall: Stories From the Field – Addressing Racism in Schools Dec 11, 2020

School counselors are exploring how they can refine their school counseling program to help create a school culture free from racism and bias. Let’s hear some stories from the field as school counselors continue their anti-racism work.

Panelists

Brian Coleman, 2019 School Counselor of the Year
School Counselor, Jones College Prep, Chicago, Ill.

Jan Desmarais-Morse
School Counselor, Goshen Middle School, Goshen, Ind.

Katherine Pastor
Chair, ASCA Board of Directors
School Counselor, Flagstaff High School, Flagstaff, Ariz.

Laura Ross
2020 School Counselor of the Year
School Counselor, Five Forks Middle School, Lawrenceville, Ga.

Jennifer Susko
Elementary School Counselor, Metro Atlanta, Ga.

Postsecondary Transitions for Students with Disabilities Dec 01, 2020

Learn about inclusive postsecondary preparation and programing for students with intellectual disabilities, vocational rehabilitation services and other community partners school counselors can collaborate with to assist students with disabilities.

Earn 0.1 CEUs/1 contact hours for this webinar by purchasing and passing the corresponding quiz found in the Specialists and Exams section of the Online Store. Search by keyword of the webinar title to find the exam in the online store. CEU exams are available for three years following the live webinar.

Learning objectives:

After viewing this webinar you will be able to:

Describe why school counselors are legally and ethically mandated to provide transition services to students with disabilities.
Recognize the types of relationships or organizations you can collaborate with to provide information and services for students with disabilities.
Describe postsecondary education resources for students will disabilities.

Speaker:

Michelle Lizotte, Assistant Professor, Utah State University

Original air date: Nov. 30, 2020

Aligning Academic Advisement to Career Interest Nov 23, 2020

Learn how you can better align academic advisement to students’ career interest. Hear about the five rules of the college and career game and how to promote social/emotional learning within academic curriculum as necessary for future employability.

Earn 0.1 CEUs/1 contact hours for this webinar by purchasing and passing the corresponding quiz found in the Specialists and Exams section of the Online Store. Search by keyword of the webinar title to find the exam in the online store. CEU exams are available for three years following the live webinar.

Learning objectives:

After viewing this webinar, you should be able to:

Articulate three ways to align academic advisement to students’ career choice.
Explain at least two ways school counselors can help students think about their career interests, beyond their high school pathways, using technology.
Identify three rules of the college and career game.
Explain two ways social emotional/learning contributes to employability.
Describe one way social emotional/learning can be used to enhance students’ academic and career interests.

Speaker:

Jennifer Curry, Ph.D., Shirley B. Barton Endowed Professor,Louisiana State University, and Associate Editor, Professional School Counseling

Original air date: Nov. 23, 2020

Prevention Education in the New Normal Oct 28, 2020

Responsibility.org’s underage drinking prevention program, Ask, Listen, Learn, is a free, digital underage drinking prevention program for students ages 9-12 and their parents and educators. Since its 2003 launch, the program has adapted year after year to meet educators and parents where they are – and right now, that’s online, in a virtual world. With content aligned to national standards of learning, including specific lessons aligned to ASCA’s Mindsets & Behaviors for Student Success, Ask, Listen, Learn’sresources are ready to plug into your program. Learn implementation tips, review the content and preview new resources. Download the handout here.

Earn 0.1 CEUs/1 contact hours for this webinar by purchasing and passing the corresponding quiz found in the Specialists and Exams section of the Online Store. Search by keyword of the webinar title to find the exam in the online store. CEU exams are available for three years following the live webinar.

Learning objectives:

After viewing this webinar you should be able to:

Access the full suite of free Ask, Listen, Learn lesson plans, videos and activities
Use specific best practices to implement substance use prevention education programming
Identify unique ways to make prevention education accessible during virtual learning
Increase working knowledge of youth substance use across the country

Speaker:

Helen Gaynor, Director of Educational Programs, Responsibility.org

Original air date: Oct. 27, 2020

Tech Tools for School Counselors Oct 08, 2020

Educating students in the 21st century is about more than preparing them for work in the digital age; it’s also about connecting with the whole student and transcending barriers. Learn how you can use digital tools daily – virtually or in-person – to not only enrich intervention and instruction but also guide decision-making, streamline work, enhance communication and promote happier students. Hear about the student experience in social/emotional digital engagement tools. Download handout here.

Earn 0.1 CEUs/1 contact hours for this webinar by purchasing and passing the corresponding quiz found in the Specialists and Exams section of the Online Store. Search by keyword of the webinar title to find the exam in the online store. CEU exams are available for three years following the live webinar.

Learning objectives:

After viewing this webinar, you should be able to:

Identify current trends in SEL digital tools for asynchronous and synchronous engagements
Explain how to use these SEL digital tools in remote or in-person lessons
Experience the modeling of platforms and lesson engagement

Speakers:

Angela Cleveland is an advocate for student equity and access to technology, both in terms of content and the design-thinking process that informs intentional and inclusive integration practices. She is an international thought leader, author and speaker with two passions: ensuring that people of all ages, genders, races, economic backgrounds, abilities and sexual orientation are empowered to achieve their learning potential through the integration of technology in the educational process and identifying, helping to create and communicating the tools and techniques that help to make this goal possible. Cleveland is a former school counselor, 2017 New Jersey School Counselor of the Year and New Jersey School Counselor Association webmaster.
Annika Santhanam is a sophomore in high school. She is the CTO and co-founder of Likeable STEM (www.likeablestem.com), an educational company that provides online/on-site STEM education and technology training to empower students of all ages, genders, races and income levels.
Anesha Santhanam is the CEO and founder of Likeable STEM (www.likeablestem.com), an educational company that offers STEM education, on-site/online technology training, academic coaching and promotes the inclusion of all ages, genders, races, and financial backgrounds (especially girls) to learn STEM.

Original air date: Oct. 7, 2020

Protected: District Director Summer Camp: Districtwide Professional Development Plans Sep 09, 2020

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Protected: School Counselor Educator Camp: Use the ASCA National Model Framework to Guide your Digital Reputation Sep 08, 2020

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Protected: School Counselor Educator Camp: Prepare Future School Counselors for Systemic Change Sep 01, 2020

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Protected: District Director Summer Camp: Align the ASCA Mindsets & Behaviors with Districtwide SEL Plans Aug 25, 2020

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Protected: District Director Summer Camp: New School Counselor Orientation Aug 25, 2020

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Protected: School Counselor Educator Camp- Implement RAMP in an Internship Course Aug 17, 2020

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ASCA National Model Summer Camp: RAMP Application Component 4- Annual Administrative Conference Jul 31, 2020

The Annual Administrative Conference is a formal discussion between school counselors and the administrator in charge of the school counseling program. Learn how this discussion can increase an administrator’s understanding of your school counseling program. Download handout here.

Learning objectives:
After attending this session, you will be able to:

Identify best practices when having your Annual Administrative Conference, using the RAMP scoring rubric as a guide.

Speaker:
Mark Kuranz, ASCA Certified Trainer

Original air date: July 29, 2020

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Making MTSS Work Jul 22, 2020

Comprehensive school counseling programs (CSCPs) and multitiered systems of support (MTSS) work in tandem to provide a systemic, data-driven, equity-focused framework to support all students’ academic, career, behavioral, and social/emotional functioning. Learn how to align MTSS with CSCPs, such as the ASCA National Model. Presenters will discuss MTSS/CSCP alignment using examples from ASCA’s newest book: Making MTSS Work which will be available in Fall 2020. Gain related information on school counseling delivery, the use of data, cultural responsivity, and evidence-based practices, broken down by the three tiers. Download handout here.

Earn 0.1 CEUs/1 contact hours for this webinar by purchasing and passing the corresponding quiz found in the Specialists and Exams section of the Online Store. Search by keyword of the webinar title to find the exam in the online store. CEU exams are available for three years following the live webinar.

Learning objectives:

After viewing this webinar, you will be able to:

Identify key components of the alignment between comprehensive school counseling programs and MTSS.
List evidence-based school counseling practices to use at each tier.
Identify strategies to strengthen data collection, analysis and the use of related tools within a comprehensive school counseling program, emphasizing outcome data.

Presenters:

Emily Goodman-Scott, Ph.D., Associate Professor, Old Dominion University
Jennifer Betters-Bubon, Ph.D., Associate Professor, University of Wisconsin – Whitewater
Jacob Olsen, Ph.D., Assistant Professor, California State University Long Beach
Peg Donohue, Ph.D., Associate Professor, Central Connecticut State University

Original air date: July 22, 2020

Protected: ASCA National Model Summer Camp: RAMP 101 Jul 22, 2020

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Social Justice and School Counseling Jul 02, 2020

The recent murders of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, Ahmaud Arbery and Rayshard Brooks demand the need for everyone to do more work in promoting social justice, especially for blacks in America. Although these murders took place outside of the school building, events like these weigh heavily on students’ minds and can play a role in their ability to succeed in school. As with any crisis or traumatic event, school counselors respond to students’ needs, providing direct counseling services to help them develop the mindsets and behaviors they need to succeed, despite experiencing these traumas. Learn how a fully implemented ASCA National Model program helps you actively promote social justice in your school. Download accompanying handout here.

Learning objectives:

After viewing this session, you should be able to:

Explain how school counselors promote social justice through the implementation of an ASCA National Model-based school counseling program.
Discuss how social justice is embedded throughout the four components of the ASCA National Model, and provide specific examples.
Explain the role data plays in advocating for social justice within your school counseling program.

Speaker:

Deirdra Williams, Dean of Counseling and Student Services, Heritage High School, Wake Forest, N.C.

Engage Staff on Issues of Race Through Book Study Jun 23, 2020

Race affects every facet of life in America today, including our educational practice. To reduce the negative impact on students and staff of color, and to increase awareness of white racial identity, it is imperative that white educators examine their racial insulation, biases and attitudes. Learn how to develop and facilitate a book study, including norm setting, group size and composition, session length, and small-group discussion guidelines and prompts. The session examples will come from a book study based on “White Fragility,” authored by Robin DiAngelo. Download accompanying handouts here.

Earn 0.1 CEUs/1 contact hours for this webinar by purchasing and passing the corresponding quiz found in the Specialists and Exams section of the Online Store. Search by keyword of the webinar title to find the exam in the online store. CEU exams are available for three years following the live webinar.

Learning objectives:

After viewing this webinar you should be able to:

Explain why it is important for white educators to examine their racial identity and to know that it affects their students and colleagues.
Develop, implement and facilitate a book study on the topic of race for the staff in your school.

Presenters:

Laura Linde, School Counselor, Foster High School, Tukwila, Wash.
Jenni Standard, School Counselor, Foster High School, Tukwila, Wash.
Jorge Torres, School Counselor, Foster High School, Tukwila, Wash.

Original air date: June 23, 2020

ASCA Town Hall: Racism in Schools Jun 15, 2020

School counselors are exploring how they can refine their school counseling program to help create a school culture free from racism and bias. Many school counselors have been victims of discrimination and are managing the trauma associated with violence, while others are examining their privilege and responsibility to be anti-racists. Let’s talk about it – all of it.

Download the chat transcript from the live event. View additional resources on anti-racism.

Moderators:

Brian Coleman, 2019 School Counselor of the Year and School Counselor, Chicago Public Schools
Laura Ross, 2020 School Counselor of the Year and School Counselor, Five Forks Middle School, Lawrenceville, Ga.

Panelists:

Jan Desmarais-Morse, School Counselor, Goshen Middle School, Goshen, Ind.
Derek Francis, Manager of Counseling Services, Minneapolis Public Schools, Minneapolis, Minn.
Tinisha Parker, Ph.D., Executive Director of Student Services, Gwinett County School District, Suwanee, Ga.
Marsha Rutledge, Ph.D., Assistant Professor, Longwood University
Carolyn Stone, Ed.D., Chair, ASCA Ethics Committee, and Professor, University of North Florida
Jennifer Susko, School Counselor, Mableton Elementary School, Mableton, Ga.

Address Students’ Race-Based Stress and Trauma Jun 09, 2020

The recent, tragic deaths of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, Ahmaud Arbery and many more has caused race-based stress and trauma across the nation. Learn about the school counselor’s role in addressing this stress and trauma and how this work aligns with the ASCA National Model and the ASCA Mindsets & Behaviors for Student Success. Download accompanying handout here.

Earn 0.1 CEUs/1 contact hours for this webinar by purchasing and passing the corresponding quiz found in the Specialists and Exams section of the Online Store. Search by keyword of the webinar title to find the exam in the online store. CEU exams are available for three years following the live webinar.

Learning objectives:

After attending this webinar you should be able to:

Acknowledge and address current events that cause race-based stress and trauma
Discuss the realities of race-based stress and trauma and see how this plays out in students’ lives
Identify next steps in becoming culturally sensitive and competent

Presenter:

Damien Sweeney, Ed.D., Program Coordinator for Comprehensive School Counseling, Kentucky Department of Education

Original air date: June 9, 2020

Online Safety Education for Kids Jun 08, 2020

Teaching online safety cannot wait until children reach adolescence. Data from the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children’s CyberTipline and Child Victim Identification Program shows that children under the age of 12 are often the victims of online enticement, sextortion and child sexual abuse imagery. Adults often struggle to find the language to talk with young children about online dangers and the skills to practice protective behaviors that help keep them safe. NCMEC’s unique perspective as the centralized reporting mechanism for suspected child exploitation offers important insights to the risks to young children online and informs our prevention education content. Hear about the most recent NCMEC data on the dangers young children are facing online today, and learn about NCMEC new online safety web series, Into the Cloud. This new program is designed especially for students in grades K–5 and includes engaging videos, easy-to-use discussion guides and a multilevel game – all age-appropriate and free. Download accompanying handout here.

Earn 0.1 CEUs/1 contact hours for this webinar by purchasing and passing the corresponding quiz found in the Specialists and Exams section of the Online Store. Search by keyword of the webinar title to find the exam in the online store. CEU exams are available for three years following the live webinar.

Learning Objectives

After viewing this webinar, you should be able:

1. Discuss the recent data on child exploitation and identify risks young children face online.

2. Effectively utilize Into the Cloud as a tool in your school to teach students safer behaviors online.

3. Practice best practices in teaching online safety using a child-centered, empowerment approach.

Presenter:

Tina Bigdeli, Senior Outreach Manager, National Center for Missing & Exploited Children (NCMEC)

Original air date: June 8, 2020

NCAA Eligibility Center Overview and Updates Jun 04, 2020

Learn critical information for supporting prospective student-athletes, including the academic requirements students must meet to be eligible at the college level, as well as school counselors’ role in the NCAA Eligibility Center process. Special attention will be given to the new SAT, online courses and the core-course review process. Download handout here.

Earn 0.1 CEUs/1 contact hours for this webinar by purchasing and passing the corresponding quiz found in the Specialists and Exams section of the Online Store. Search by keyword of the webinar title to find the exam in the online store. CEU exams are available for three years following the live webinar.

Learning objectives:

After attending this session, you will be able to:

Explain the purpose of NCAA initial eligibility and its relationship with college readiness and success.
Identify academic requirements students must meet to be eligible for NCAA athletics.
Discuss the role high school counselors play in the process.

Presenters:

Amy Routt, Associate Director of High School Review, Eligibility Center, National Collegiate Athletic Association
Kaylen Overlay, Assistant Director of High School Review, Eligibility Center, National Collegiate Athletic Association

Original air date: June 4, 2020

Making Data Work May 15, 2020

Learn how to use data to drive your school counseling program development, implementation and evaluation. Hear from the authors of the updated “Making DATA Work,” which is now aligned with “The ASCA National Model, fourth edition.” New in the updated edition is a self-assessment of school counseling program practices, integration of the ASCA Mindsets & Behaviors for Student Success, multiple data-in-practice examples and reflective examples of each step of the Making DATA Work process. Download handout here.

Earn 0.1 CEUs/1 contact hours for this webinar by purchasing and passing the corresponding quiz found in the Specialists and Exams section of the Online Store. Search by keyword of the webinar title to find the exam in the online store. CEU exams are available for three years following the live webinar.

Learning objectives:

After viewing this webinar you should be able to:

Identify step-by-step implementation strategies, skill-building activities, examples and resources to help you develop program goals.
Explain how to collect and analyze data to share with key stakeholders.

Presenters:

Anita Young, Ph.D.
Carol Kaffenberger, Ph.D.

Original air date: May 15, 2020

Virtual High School Counseling: Tier 1 How-to May 06, 2020

School counseling at the high school level during a pandemic, or other times when virtual school counseling is required, may feel overwhelming at first. The positive news is that school counselors have been successfully offering online student support, addressing the unique needs facing students at the high school level, for more than a decade in virtual schools across the nation. Learn about various ways to provide Tier 1 school counseling services virtually to your high school students. Download handout here.

Earn 0.1 CEUs/1 contact hours for this webinar by purchasing and passing the corresponding quiz found in the Specialists and Exams section of the Online Store. Search by keyword of the webinar title to find the exam in the online store. CEU exams are available for three years following the live webinar.

Learning objectives:

After viewing this webinar you should be able to:

Discuss best practices when working with high school students and families in a virtual setting.
Identify and locate various technology tools and resources to aid you in your virtual high school counseling.
Describe at least one lesson you can use when counseling your high school students virtually.

Presenter:

Tracy Steele, Ph.D., Director of Student Support, Stanford Online High School
Adam Lips, Ed.D., Director of College Counseling at Stanford Online High School
Greg Nuckols, Ph.D., Director of Counseling at Stanford Online High School

Original air date: May 6, 2020

Develop Surveys and Collect Data with Google Forms Apr 29, 2020

The school counseling program’s focus and direction are based on student needs as determined through a review of the school’s data. Therefore, school counselors must be proficient in the collection, analysis and interpretation of student achievement, attendance and disciplinary data. Walk away with tips for developing your own survey items, creating a Google Form to collect the data and processing your results. Download the handout here.

Earn 0.1 CEUs/1 contact hours for this webinar by purchasing and passing the corresponding quiz found in the Specialists and Exams section of the Online Store. Search by keyword of the webinar title to find the exam in the online store. CEU exams are available for three years following the live webinar.

Learning objectives:
After viewing this webinar, you should be able to:

Identify four ways to collect data.
Develop a survey using Google Forms.
Collect and aggregate data collected in the survey.

Presenter:

Russell A. Sabella, Ph.D., Professor, Department of Counseling, Florida Gulf Coast University

Original air date: April 29, 2020

Virtual Middle School Counseling: Tier 1 How-to Apr 23, 2020

School counseling at the middle school level during a pandemic, or at other times when virtual school counseling is required, may seem more manageable when viewed through the domains of school counseling. For middle school counseling, it’s important to provide interactive lessons with task variety to engage students. Learn about various ways to provide Tier 1 school counseling services virtually to your middle school students. Download handout here.

Earn 0.1 CEUs/1 contact hours for this webinar by purchasing and passing the corresponding quiz found in the Specialists and Exams section of the Online Store. Search by keyword of the webinar title to find the exam in the online store. CEU exams are available for three years following the live webinar.

Learning objectives:

After viewing this webinar you should be able to:

Discuss best practices when working with middle school students and families in a virtual setting.
Identify and locate various technology tools and resources to aid you in your virtual middle school counseling.
Describe at least one lesson you can use when counseling your middle school students virtually.

Presenter:

Laura Ross, School Counselor, Five Forks Middle School in Lawrenceville, Ga., 2020 School Counselor of the Year

Original air date: April 23, 2020

Turn K–5 Lessons Into Experiential Marvels Apr 22, 2020

Are you wondering how to make learning fun and experiential for K–5 students? No matter what curriculum you use, learn how to bring it to life and make it pop. Hear new activities, tips and tricks for working with younger students and ways to create engagement. Learn how to be flexible, including making do with less-than-ideal spaces, resistant teachers and discipline challenges. Download handout here.

Earn 0.1 CEUs/1 contact hours for this webinar by purchasing and passing the corresponding quiz found in the Specialists and Exams section of the Online Store. Search by keyword of the webinar title to find the exam in the online store. CEU exams are available for three years following the live webinar.

Learning objectives:

After attending this webinar you will be able to:

Experience activities to use in a variety of situations, with a variety of curriculums.
Identify quick tips and tricks for making your lessons come alive.
Articulate the goals and learning outcomes of an experiential lesson plan.

Presenters:

Margaret Rubens-Ellis, School Counselor, The Harbor School and Carpe Diem Primary School, Vashon, WA
Lauren Baker, School Counselor, Collierville Elementary School, Collierville, TN

Original air date: April 21, 2020

Virtual Elementary School Counseling: Tier 1 How-to Apr 16, 2020

School counseling at the elementary school level during a pandemic, or at other times when virtual school counseling is required, may seem more manageable when viewed through the domains of school counseling. Unlike school counseling for middle or high school students, counseling elementary school students requires more hands-on work by families. Learn about various ways to provide Tier 1 counseling services virtually without overwhelming parents/guardians, students or yourself. Download handout here.

Earn 0.1 CEUs/1 contact hours for this webinar by purchasing and passing the corresponding quiz found in the Specialists and Exams section of the Online Store. Search on the webinar title to find the exam in the online store. CEU exams are available for three years following the live webinar.

Learning objectives:

After viewing this webinar you should be able to:

Discuss best practices when working with elementary students and families in a virtual setting.
Identify various technology tools and resources to aid you in your virtual elementary counseling.
Describe at least one lesson you can use when counseling your elementary students.

Presenter:

Sarah Kirk, Elementary School Counselor, Kendall-Whittier Elementary School, Tulsa, Okla.

Original air date: April 16, 2020

Cross-cultural Counseling: Understand Bias and Practice Humility Apr 14, 2020

Learn how to unpack barriers such as bias and privilege in your work. Hear how to utilize a lens of cultural humility to assist in being open, reflective and understanding of students’ worldview. Download handout here.

Earn 0.1 CEUs/1 contact hours for this webinar by purchasing and passing the corresponding quiz found in the Specialists and Exams section of the Online Store. Search on the webinar title to find the exam in the online store. CEU exams are available for three years following the live webinar.

Learning objectives:

After viewing this webinar you should be able to:

Discuss how bias and privilege affect the counseling relationship
Strategize ways to incorporate equity into you school counseling practice
Identify proactive strategies to connect with students cross-culturally

Presenter:

Derek Francis, Manager of Counseling Services, Minneapolis Public Schools

Recording date: April 13, 2020

The Power to Motivate Mar 30, 2020

Does it seem like you’re more committed to positive changes for your students than they are? Before students can improve their grades, build healthy relationships or pursue career plans in earnest, they must be deeply motivated. Motivational interviewing is an evidence-based counseling style that taps into students’ own motivation to make positive changes in their lives. Learn practical techniques to help students change their future trajectory for the better. Download handout here.

Earn 0.1 CEUs/1 contact hours for this webinar by purchasing and passing the corresponding quiz found in the Specialists and Exams section of the Online Store. Search on the webinar title to find the exam in the online store. CEU exams are available for three years following the live webinar.

Learning objectives:

After viewing this webinar, you will be able to:

Build working relationships with students by displaying empathy.
Use motivational interviewing skills to increase the chances students will move beyond the status quo.

Speaker:

Reagan North, School Counselor, Kamiak High School, Mukilteo, WA

Recording date: Mar. 30, 2020

School Counseling in an Online World Mar 24, 2020

Discover how school counselors can transition to an online setting during uncharted times. Explore essential virtual components and discuss ways to mirror your school counseling program in an online setting. Download the handout.

Earn 0.1 CEUs/1 contact hours for this webinar by purchasing and passing the corresponding quiz found in the Specialists and Exams section of the Online Store. Search on the webinar title to find the exam in the online store. CEU exams are available for 3 years following the live webinar.

Learning objectives:

After attending this webinar you should be able to:

Identify a variety of new techniques to support students online

Presenters:

Barron Whited is certified as a K–12 school counselor and is entering his 10th year of cyber education. He has 23 years of experience in elementary, secondary and higher education. Barron has been featured on “Pittsburgh Today Live” on KDKA, Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, Pittsburgh Tribune-Review, New York Daily News, Today’s Show-NBC and USA Today. He also has presented at the 2018 ASCA Annual Conference as well as at the 2018 and 2019 Pennsylvania School Counselors Association Conferences.

Virtual school counselors who will support this webinar session and help answer questions: Whitney Patterson, Jill Palme, Tara Quisito, Michael Mirth, Erica Lee, Laura Manko, Mindy Rockower, Danielle Ambrose and Mia Jafarian

Original air date: March 24, 2020

Improve Attendance and Reduce Chronic Absenteeism Feb 26, 2020

Combating absences often feels like an impossible feat. Learn about evidence-based practices for improving attendance, and hear how one school counseling department creatively implemented these interventions. The significant positive impact on attendance and behavior caught the district superintendent’s attention and was implemented in other schools K-12 districtwide, so it can be replicated in your school or district too. Download accompanying handout here.

Earn 0.1 CEUs/1 contact hours for this webinar by purchasing and passing the corresponding quiz found in the Specialists and Exams section of the Online Store. CEU exams are available for 3 years following the live webinar.

Learning objectives:

After viewing this webinar, you should be able to:

Describe the unique needs of students with chronic absenteeism and their families.
Reflect on current practices for addressing attendance concerns.
Identify factors shown to successfully improve attendance.
Employ at least one new strategy to maximize your impact.

Presenter:
Claire Brantley is a school counselor at Stonehouse Elementary School in Williamsburg, Va.

Original air date: Feb. 24, 2020

Adopt-A-Classroom Connections Feb 11, 2020

Learn how one district’s faculty and K–12 students collaborated to encourage all students’ career and college aspirations. The Adopt-A-Classroom initiative paired high school with elementary school students to share their future stories, which included four-year colleges, working in the trades, military service and entering the workforce. Through this conversation, elementary students became excited to take advantage of the opportunities offered at their high school and to explore their own future stories. View accompanying handout here.

Earn 0.1 CEUs/1 contact hours for this webinar by purchasing and passing the corresponding quiz found in the Specialists and Exams section of the Online Store. CEU exams are available for 3 years following the live webinar.

Learning objectives:

After viewing this webinar, you will be able to:

Brainstorm a program connecting high school students with elementary students to encourage a college-going culture.
Access resources to use during classroom presentations.
Encourage alternative pathways while in high school, such as CTE & dual enrollment courses.

Presenters

Brian Jandreau, Principal, Gorham High School, Gorham, ME
Kate Stevens, School Counselor, Gorham High School, Gorham, ME

Original air date: Feb. 10, 2020

The School Counselor Role in Creating Safe and Supportive Schools Through Prevention and Intervention Jan 30, 2020

Hear about how school counselors help develop safe and supportive schools in this congressional briefing presented in conjunction with the 2020 School Counselor of the Year events.

Build Student Leaders Jan 29, 2020

Are you looking for ways to build student leaders at your elementary school? Hear different initiatives that help students successfully develop leadership skills. From welcoming new students to a classroom to mentoring peers, elementary school students can be empowered by school counselors to take ownership in school initiatives. Download accompanying handout here.

Earn 0.1 CEUs/1 contact hours for this webinar by purchasing and passing the corresponding quiz found in the Specialists and Exams section of the Online Store. CEU exams are available for 3 years following the live webinar.

Learning objectives:

After attending this session, you will be able to

Explain how to incorporate student leaders in your school counseling program.
Outline and implement at least one student leadership program in your school.

Presenters:

Kristina Kern, School Counselor, Mills Elementary School, Austin, TX
Denise Berry, School Counselor, Clayton Elementary School, Austin, TX

Original air date: Jan. 27, 2020

Growth Mindset Small Groups Dec 23, 2019

Growth mindset small groups give you the flexibility to use one curriculum to address different target behaviors. If you have students dealing with issues such as anxiety, motivation, self-esteem or perfectionism, they can all benefit from adopting a growth mindset and learning more about accepting mistakes as a part of the learning process. Hear how to structure meaningful small groups, and leave with ideas for creating lessons incorporating mindfulness concepts, neuroplasticity, grit and the power of yet. Download handout here.

Earn 0.1 CEUs/1 contact hours for this webinar by purchasing and passing the corresponding quiz found in the Specialists and Exams section of the Online Store. CEU exams are available for 3 years following the live webinar.

Learning objectives:

After viewing this webinar, you will be able to:

Plan growth mindset small groups with innovative lessons and projects.
Explain how growth mindset concepts can increase student outcomes.

Presenter:

Lisa King Coleman, School Counselor, Blackwell Elementary School, Marietta, GA

Original air date: Dec. 18, 2019

Solution-Focused Techniques for School Counselors Dec 18, 2019

Responsive services are school counseling interventions intended to help students with their immediate needs and concerns. In the time-sensitive environment of a school, having brief, effective and strengths-based techniques is critical to a school counselor’s success in supporting students. Hear about numerous solution-oriented counseling techniques and specific language that will fill your techniques toolbox. Download accompanying handout here.

Earn 0.1 CEUs/1 contact hours for this webinar by purchasing and passing the corresponding quiz found in the Specialists and Exams section of the Online Store. CEU exams are available for 3 years following the live webinar.

Learning objectives:

After viewing this webinar, you will be able to:

Identify the professional vocabulary associated with solution-focused brief counseling.

Describe an eight-step model of a solution-focused brief counseling session.

Apply additional school counseling tools that support student success and strengthen school counselor preparation for response counseling.

Speaker:

Paul Barnes, Ph.D., Associate Professor, University of Nebraska

Original air date: Dec. 16, 2019

What’s in Your Cultural Toolbox? Oct 16, 2019

Cultural competency within the counseling profession has become a major emphasis and is even more critical for school counselors. Engage in simple, creative and culturally focused strategies and interventions targeting minority students and parents, specifically African-American and Hispanic high school student populations. Download accompanying handout.

Earn 0.1 CEUs/1 contact hours for this webinar by purchasing and passing the corresponding quiz found in the Specialists and Exams section of the Online Store. CEU exams are available for 3 years following the live webinar.

Learning objectives:

After viewing this webinar you will be able to:

Implement a Peer Mediation program incorporating cultural norms and traditions.
Host parent workshops promoting student and parent collaborative engagement.
Implement interactive games to engage students in mental health awareness.

Speakers:

Hazel Jeanette Vaughn, School Counselor, McEachern High School, Powder Springs, GA
Mirna Wynn, Ed.D., School Counselor, Hillgrove High School, Powder Springs, GA

Original air date: Oct. 15, 2019

Ignite Change for Equity and Inclusion Sep 20, 2019

Learn practical action steps to interrupt racism and create systemic change at the school level through self-reflection, staff reflection and education activities and anti-bias student lessons. Walk away ready to ignite change for equity and inclusion of all students. Download accompanying handout here.

Earn 0.1 CEUs/1 contact hours for this webinar by purchasing and passing the corresponding quiz found in the Specialists and Exams section of the Online Store. CEU exams are available for 3 years following the live webinar.

Learning objectives:

After viewing this webinar, you will be able to:

Identify areas of personal bias and increase cultural competency through self-reflection activities.
Create professional development activities for school-level staff to explore systems of the school negatively affecting students of color.
Create K–12 anti-bias lesson plans.

Speakers:

Rebecca Atkins, Senior Administrator for Elementary School Counseling, Wake County Public Schools, Cary, NC
Alicia Oglesby, Director of School & College Counseling, Wake County Public Schools, Cary, N.C.

Original air date: Sept. 18, 2019

Effective and Engaging Lesson Planning Sep 11, 2019

Elementary school counselors spend significant time delivering core curriculum, so it’s crucial that we use best practices in our lessons to ensure our time is being well spent. Using evidence-based practices in social emotional learning, discuss five key components to creating effective, engaging school counseling lessons . Learn and practice four cooperative learning activities you can use with any grade level and apply to any lesson. Download accompanying handout here.

Learning objectives:

After viewing this webinar you will be able to:

Create a needs- and data-informed school counseling core curriculum map.
Incorporate five core components of effective and engaging lesson plans into your core curriculum.
Use four different cooperative learning structures to enhance your lessons.

Speaker:

Sara Cottrill-Carlo, School Counselor, Lakeview and Eagle View Elementary Schools, Nashville, TN

Original air date: Sept. 4, 2019

ASCA National Model, 4th Edition: Assess Aug 15, 2019

To achieve the best results for students, school counselors regularly assess their program to determine its effectiveness. This webinar will demonstrate how school counselors use assessment tools to show how students are different as a result of the school counseling program. Download accompanying handouts here.

Learning objectives:

After viewing this webinar you should be able to:

Identify the purpose and best use of School Counseling Program Assessment and the School Counselor Professional Standards & Competencies Assessment tools.
Discuss the various Annual Results Reports and their uses.
Articulate the importance of sharing the data from results reports.

Presenters:

Mark Kuranz, ASCA Certified Trainer
Joni Shook, ASCA Certified Trainer

Original air date: Aug. 15, 2019

ASCA National Model, 4th Edition: Deliver Aug 13, 2019

The Deliver component of the ASCA National Model defines the methods school counselors use to provide activities and services to students (direct) and for students (indirect). This webinar will address definitions and explanations of each type of service delivery and settings. Download accompanying handouts here.

Learning objectives:

After viewing this webinar you should be able to:

Discuss and define direct services: instruction, appraisal, advisement, and counseling.
Discuss and define indirect services: consultation, collaboration, and referrals.

Presenters:

Dr. Karen Griffith, ASCA Certified Trainer
Joni Shook, ASCA Certified Trainer

Original air date: Aug. 12, 2019

ASCA National Model, 4th Edition: Manage Aug 07, 2019

Tour the organizational tools and assessments available to guide, target, structure, and construct a school counseling program to get results. Each is designed to help school counselors develop, implement and evaluate their school counseling program based on clearly defined priorities reflecting student needs. Download accompanying handout here.

Learning objectives:

After viewing this webinar you should be prepared to:

Utilize the organizational tools and assessments that will help you take the next step in implementing a comprehensive school counseling program.
Use school data to drive annual student outcome goals and assess the effectiveness of counseling programs, activities, and interventions
Identify examples of Participation, Mindsets & Behaviors, and Outcome data
Create action plans that structure and prioritize your delivery of services, programs, and activities
Identify the benefits of an Annual Administrative Conference, advisory council and calendars

Presenters:

Dr. Karen Griffith, ASCA Certified Trainer
Mark Kuranz, ASCA Certified Trainer

Original air date: Aug. 7, 2019

School Counselors and Health Care Providers Partnerships Aug 05, 2019

Learn about different ways school counselors can partner with primary care, behavioral health and other provider types to meet students’ diverse needs. Explore ways in which the “burden of care” can be shared along an appropriate spectrum of collaborative and complementary supports, resulting in effective care for young people and reduced school counselor/provider burn out. Hear about the school-based health center model as one approach to this type of partnership, as well as the School-Based Health Alliance, the national school-based health care advocacy, technical assistance and training organization based in Washington, D.C.

Learning objectives:

After viewing this webinar you should be able to:

Discuss ways school counselors can partner with health care providers to benefit students.
Define appropriate roles and duties for school counselors and health care providers within the spectrum of care.
Define key features of school-based health centers.
Identify at least three useful resources available from the School-Based Health Alliance.

Presenter:

Katy Stinchfield is a senior program manager with the School-Based Health Alliance. She is both a licensed professional counselor and a licensed school counselor in Oregon, as well as a registered play therapist. Her passion is ensuring that young people from all walks of life have the opportunity and ability to access quality education.

Original air date: May 2, 2019, 12 p.m. Eastern

ASCA National Model, 4th Edition: Define Aug 02, 2019

School counseling standards for students and professional practice serve as the defining documents of the school counseling profession. Explore the three sets of standards that help new and experienced school counselors develop, implement, and assess their school counseling program. Download accompanying handout.

Learning objectives:

After viewing this webinar, you should be able to:

Identify the three sets of standards that help school counselors develop, implement, and assess their school counseling program.
Discuss the relevant research and appropriate use of the Student Standards.
Explain how the Professional Standards & Competencies facilitate practical reflection and set personal goals for continuing education.

Presenters:

Dr. Karen Griffith, ASCA Certified Trainer
Mark Kuranz, ASCA Certified Trainer

Original air date: Aug. 2, 2019

Prepare Students for the Transition Out of High School Jul 10, 2019

Learn about the steps you can take to ensure students are better prepared for the transition out of high school, and assist students with the emotional components of this sometimes-difficult transition, whether they’re preparing to attend college or not. Hear how you can help students transition to longer-term physical and mental healthcare, help students build basic life skills and independent-living skills, coach students to take ownership of their emotional well-being and self-care behaviors, and prepare students and parents to navigate changes in privacy laws when students turn 18. Download accompanying handout here.

Learning objectives:

After viewing this webinar you should be able to:

List the main components of a healthy transition out of high school.
Take concrete actions to help students prepare emotionally for the transition out of high school

Presenter:

Erica Riba, Senior JED Campus Advisor, JED Foundation
Diana Cusumano, Senior JED Campus Advisor, JED Foundation

Original air date: Jul. 10, 2019

ASCA National Model Fourth Edition Changes: Assess Jun 26, 2019

Learn about the changes in the fourth edition of the ASCA National Model.
Assess section (2:14)

ASCA National Model Fourth Edition Changes: Deliver Jun 26, 2019

Learn about the changes in the fourth edition of the ASCA National Model.
Deliver section (2:20)

ASCA National Model Fourth Edition Changes: Manage Jun 26, 2019

Learn about changes in the fourth edition of the ASCA National Model.
Manage section (14:03)

ASCA National Model Fourth Edition Changes: Define Jun 26, 2019

Learn about changes in the fourth edition of the ASCA National Model.
Define section (1:20)

ASCA National Model Fourth Edition Changes: Intro Jun 26, 2019

Learn about changes in the fourth edition of the ASCA National Model (6:00).

Psycho-educational Groups in Schools Apr 17, 2019

Psycho-educational counseling groups are an amazing tool to teach children the skills they need to thrive. Walk away with a blueprint for planning and facilitating psycho-educational groups. Learn strategies and activities you can use before, during and after your own group sessions. Download handouts.

Learning objectives:
After attending this webinar, you will be able to:
1. Summarize the characteristics, advantages and limitations of psycho-educational groups.
2. Apply critical steps in the planning stage of facilitating a psycho-educational group.

Speaker: Stephanie Lerner, School Counselor, Del Valle Independent School District, Austin, Texas

Original air date: April 16, 2019

Purchase accompanying CEU quiz to earn 0.1 CEUs/1 Contact Hour for this webinar.

The School Counselor’s Role is a Safe and Supportive School Apr 01, 2019

Hear from school counselors and administrators about how school counselors support safe, supportive schools.

Support Underrepresented Students’ Academic Rigor Mar 06, 2019

High school students from historically marginalized populations are underrepresented and underserved in academically rigorous coursework. As leaders, collaborators and advocates, school counselors are uniquely positioned to promote and enhance access and equity for all students, including those from underrepresented populations. Understand students’ experiences of barriers and protective factors and how school counselors can be bridges for underrepresented students’ access to and persistence in academic rigor. Download accompanying handouts here.

Learning Objectives:

After viewing this webinar you should be able to:

1) Identify possible barriers and protective factors related to underrepresented student populations and academic rigor.

2) Discuss school counselors’ roles in promoting access and equity in academic rigor.

3) Identify ways to support underrepresented students’ access to and persistence in academic rigor in your school counseling program and school.

Presenter:

Nancy Chae is a doctoral student in Counselor Education & Supervision at William & Mary. Previously, she was a school counselor for six years in Baltimore, Md., and has additional experiences in school counseling curriculum development, high school admissions and International Baccalaureate programming. She currently supervises master’s-level counseling students and also serves as a teaching intern for master’s level counseling courses.

Original air date: March 6, 2019

Support Safe and Healthy Schools for LGBTQ Students Mar 01, 2019

Learn ways school counselors can create safer and more supportive learning environments for LGBTQ students. Hear about the latest findings from “Supporting Safe and Healthy Schools” and what school counselors, psychologists and social workers can do to support LGBTQ youth and the barriers they face in supporting them. Walk away with resources and best practices to improve school-based mental health supports for LGBTQ students. Download accompanying handouts here.

Learning objectives:

After viewing this webinar you should be able to:

Discuss how school counselors can be prepared to support LGBTQ students, what their actual practice is and what barriers they face in implementing these practices.
Explain the importance of LGBTQ-specific mental health supports for students.
Identify strategies and resources for creating safer and more supportive learning environments for LGBTQ students.

Presenters:

Becca Mui is the education manager at GLSEN, a nonprofit organization focused on LGBTQ support in K–12 schools. In her role, Mui creates resources, oversees GLSEN’s professional development program and supports educators and administrators in creating LGBTQ-integrated schools. Mui received her master’s degree in education from Bank Street College in New York and worked for 10 years as an elementary teacher, equity and inclusion director and LGBTQ coordinator.

Caitlin Clark, Ph.D., is a research associate at GLSEN, a nonprofit organization focused on LGBTQ support in K–12 schools. As a member of the research team, Clark contributes to GLSEN’s various original research, including the National School Climate Survey, manages the Local School Climate Survey and provides research assistance to GLSEN staff and constituents. Clark received her doctorate at the University of Texas at Austin, where her research focused on the development of prejudice and discrimination in young children, specifically the development of heterosexism.

Original air date: Feb. 27, 2019

Help Students Build Social Learning, Self-Management & Communication Connections Feb 20, 2019

Explore the school counselor’s role in developing and implementing an approaches to learning course in collaboration with administration and other school personnel focused on academic and social/emotional development. Hear how you can take your current work and apply it in small groups or classroom lessons. Download accompanying handouts here.

Learning Objectives:

After viewing this webinar you should be able to:

Discuss how the approaches to learning course focuses on social, communication, self-management, research and thinking skills.
Explain how to use the ASCA National Model to advocate for a skill-based course or lessons.
Describe how school counselors can implement and integrate an approaches to learning course or small group in collaboration with others in their school buildings.

Presenters:

Valerie Hardy is in her second year as principal of Mary Ellen Henderson Middle School, Falls Church, Va. Prior to serving in this role, she served as an elementary assistant principal and special education teacher. Hardy spent the majority of her career as a school counselor, director of school counseling and school counseling specialist supporting school counselors in a large school district in Virginia.

Rory Dippold, Ph.D., is in his second year as assistant principal of Mary Ellen Henderson Middle School, Falls Church, Va. Prior to serving in this role, he taught social studies for 14 years. He earned his doctorate from George Mason University in educational psychology, focusing on self-regulation learning in classroom settings.

Tara Filmyeris in her third year as a school counselor at Mary Ellen Henderson Middle School, Falls Church, Va., and has been a middle school counselor in Northern Virginia for more than 10 years. She is also a licensed professional counselor and has worked with children and adolescents in various settings.

Original air date: Feb. 7, 2019

Peer Intervention: A Tier 1 Strategy Feb 20, 2019

Peer helping has been well-researched as an effective method for helping at-risk students as a Tier 1 support strategy. Researchers discovered that establishing a peer program promotes developmental assets in youth, shows effectiveness in reducing at-risk behavior in youth, leads to reductions in alcohol use and tobacco use more than teacher-led programs, shows a decline in fighting, fosters desirable learning and behavioral change and shows effectiveness in developing a thriving community. Participants will hear from a student in a peer leadership program who will share experiences, involvement and why peer leaders are an asset to the school environment. Download accompanying handout here.

Learning objectives:
After viewing this webinar, you should be able to:
1. Examine how peer programs can be established whether using advisory program, peer program standards and/or a well-researched curriculum.
2. Design a peer-helping program plan that follows the National Association of Peer Program Professionals programmatic standards and ASCA student standards.
3. Discuss the school counselor’s role in implementing a peer-support program designed as a Tier 1 intervention.
4. Learn about sample activities to engage the school community in social/emotional awareness.

Presenters:

Monica Seeley, Graduation Specialist and Peer Leader Coordinator, Heritage High School, Conyers, Ga.
Cynthia Morton, Learning Support Specialist and District Peer Facilitation Director, Rockdale Virtual Campus, Conyers, Ga.

Original air date: Jan. 17, 2019

Strengthen School-Family Partnership with Latino Families Feb 18, 2019

When families are engaged in their children’s education, academic achievement increases. What does parent engagement mean for Latino families and how does this differ from what schools expect? Latino families often face obstacles to school involvement such as language barriers, parental education levels, work demands, and cultural norms. However, school counselors can support the educational outcomes and la educación of our students by strengthening school-family partnerships with Latino families. Learn strategies and best practices to engage Latino families to increase student achievement and school/community collaboration. Download accompanying handouts here.

Learning objectives:

After attending this session, you should be able to:

Identify ways to address the barriers Latino families face in school involvement.
List key strategies to improve family/school collaboration with Latino families through your school counseling program.
Discuss the importance of empowering Latino families to become advocates for their children’s education.

Presenter: Lezya Weglarz

Original air date: Feb. 18, 2019

Enhance Intrinsic Motivation to Change and Achieve Feb 12, 2019

As educators, we want to know how to enhance students’ intrinsic motivation to change and achieve in the academic, career, and social/emotional domains. Receive an introduction to two evidence-based practices: motivational interviewing strategies and the trans-theoretical model of change. Walk away with skills and resources to elaborate, affirm, reflect and summarize change talk into your practice. Download accompanying handouts.

Learning objectives:
After viewing this webinar you should be able to:
1. Discuss fundamental conditions necessary to elicit change talk.
2. Use the style and spirit of listening required to motivate students to change and achieve.
3. Ask open-ended questions to elicit willing to change talk, able to change talk and ready to change talk.
4. Affirm, reflect, and summarize change talk.

Presenters:
Gene Eakin, Instructor, Oregon State University
Kathy Biles, School Counselor Program Coordinator, Oregon State University, Cascades Campus

Original air date: Feb. 11, 2019

“Mean Girls” Mathletes National School Counseling Week Rap Feb 08, 2019

The Mathletes from “Mean Girls” on Broadway share a special performance in honor of National School Counseling Week.

School Counselors: Impact and Influence, part 1 Feb 08, 2019

Hear from Dr. Jill Biden and 2019 School Counselor of the Year Brian Coleman sharing why school counselors make a difference in part one of the School Counselors: Impact and Influence livestream event.

Create Relevant Experiences for Interns Jan 14, 2019

School counselors often feel under-prepared for the career, but relevant field experience with a trained site supervisor can help. Create a positive experience for you and your interns that improves their learning experience and benefits your school’s comprehensive school counseling program. Download accompanying handouts.

Learning objectives:
After viewing this webinar, you should be able to:
1. Discuss ethical guidelines related to site supervision.
2. Examine supervision requirements.
3. Apply strategies to your current practice to improve the supervision experience for your interns.
4. Create an experience for interns that further develops their knowledge, attitudes and skills in implementing a comprehensive school counseling program.

Presenter:
Wendy Rock, Ph.D., Assistant Professor, Southeastern Louisiana University

Original air date: Jan. 10, 2019

Position Statements as Advocacy & Education Tools Dec 21, 2018

Use position statements to advocate for the role of school counselors and to educate stakeholders about comprehensive school counseling programs. Let ASCA Position Statements direct your program! Download accompanying handouts here.

Learning objectives:
After viewing this webinar you should be able to:

Locate ASCA Position Statements on the ASCA website.
Recognize the value of ASCA’s position statements.
Explain the development and adoption process used by the position statements committee.
Develop an effective plan of action to use ASCA’s position statements in your upcoming advocacy and education efforts.

Speakers:

Mark Boggie, Ph.D., Dean of Student Success, Cochise College
Shawn Bultma, Ph.D., Associate Professor, Educational Leadership & Counseling, UAS/ECS Vice Chair, Grand Valley State University, College of Education

Original air date: Dec. 18, 2018

Executive Function and Self-Regulation Dec 05, 2018

Impulse control, mental flexibility, working memory, oh my. Deficits in these areas are at the root of many school counseling referrals. Learn how you can best support students lacking these skills. Download accompanying handouts here.

Learning objectives:
After viewing this webinar you should be able to:

List the skillsets involved in executive function and self-regulation.
Identify the primary tasks for executive functioning and self-regulation development throughout the elementary years and beyond.
Use provided individual, group and classroom interventions to foster executive functioning and self-regulation skills.
Discuss how to share this information with parents and teachers to create a partnership of support.

Speaker:
Claire Brantley is an elementary school counselor in southeast Virginia, who believes the greatest work with students happens through creative, multisensory strategies that bring abstract concepts to life and equip children to take an active role in problem solving. She has shared program results and reflections in the Virginia School Counselor Assocation’s Voice Magazine, as well as in presentations at American School Counselor Association annual conferences.

Original air date: Dec. 5, 2018

ASCA National Model Portal: Reports Nov 07, 2018

Learn how portal administrators can use the ASCA National Model portal for districts to compile reports and push individual applications to the ASCA RAMP portal.

ASCA National Model Portal: Assign Reviewers Nov 07, 2018

Learn how portal administrators assign application reviewers in the ASCA National Model portal for districts.

ASCA National Model Portal: Admin App Preparation Nov 07, 2018

Learn how portal administrators prep applications for review in the ASCA National Model portal for districts.

ASCA National Model Portal: Admin Settings Nov 07, 2018

Learn about portal administrator settings and e-mail options in the ASCA National Model portal for districts.

ASCA National Model Portal: Finalize Nov 07, 2018

Learn how to finalize your complete application or portions of the application in the ASCA National Model portal for districts

ASCA National Model Portal: Program Reflections Nov 07, 2018

Learn about the program reflections section of the ASCA National Model portal for districts.

ASCA National Model Portal: Action Plans and Results Reports Nov 07, 2018

Learn about the action plans and results reports sections of the ASCA National Model portal for districts.

ASCA National Model Portal: Annual Agreement, Advisory Councils and Calendars Nov 07, 2018

Learn about the annual agreement, advisory council and calendars sections of the ASCA National Model portal for districts.

ASCA National Model Portal: Program Goals Nov 07, 2018

Learn about the school counseling program goals section of the ASCA National Model portal for districts.

ASCA National Model Portal: Vision and Mission Nov 07, 2018

Learn about the vision and mission sections of the ASCA National Model portal for districts.

ASCA National Model Portal: Getting Started Nov 07, 2018

Learn how to get started using the ASCA National Model portal for districts.

ASCA National Model Portal Overview Nov 07, 2018

The ASCA National Model portal is an online system enabling all schools in a district to store components of their ASCA National Model plans and receive feedback on their progress toward implementation of a comprehensive school counseling program based on the ASCA National Model. Get a short overview of how your district can use the portal.

After A Suicide: A Toolkit for Schools Nov 06, 2018

Hear an overview of best practices in responding to suicide deaths in schools, using the After A Suicide Toolkit as a guiding document. Walk away with information on how best to communicate and support the school community, manage the crisis response, support students and engage external resources for support. This newly updated resource was developed by the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) and the Suicide Prevention Resource Center. Learn about the recent updates to the toolkit, as well as an overview of AFSP resources for suicide postvention and school prevention. Download accompanying handouts here.

Learning objectives:
After viewing this webinar, you should be able to:

Identify best practices for schools responding to a suicide death, as found in the toolkit
Summarize strategies and resources to support school communication following a suicide death
Share an overview of the After A Suicide Toolkit and recent revisions

Speaker:
Doreen Marshal, Ph.D.

Original air date: Nov. 6, 2018

Classroom Management Tools Oct 26, 2018

Teaching classroom lessons is an important aspect of the school counselor’s role serving every student, but often we aren’t prepared for this role. Gain concrete classroom management tools you can use in your school counseling program to better prepare you for teaching your school counseling core curriculum lessons. Learn several tried-and-true strategies you can add to your school counseling toolbox. Download accompanying handouts here.

Learning outcomes:
After viewing this webinar you should be able to:

Recognize fundamental learning theories, including how students learn.
Describe strategies for classroom management when providing classroom lessons.
Acquire recommended classroom management strategies from fellow school counselors.

Speaker:
Emily Goodman-Scott, Ph.D.,

Original air date: Sept. 26, 2016

Technology Tools for the Non-Techie Oct 24, 2018

You, too, can become tech-savvy using tools that will engage your students and help you work more efficiently. Learn to use technology to plan engaging school counseling core curriculum, enhance your group counseling and individual student planning and foster parent and community partnerships. Dive into the world of a tech-savvy school counselor who incorporates dynamic technology applications into a strong comprehensive, data-driven school counseling program. Bring your smart phone or tablet, download a QR code reader and get ready to become tech-enabled. Download accompanying handouts here.

Learning objectives:
After viewing this webinar you should be able to:

Infuse technology into your comprehensive school counseling program.
Advocate for your role by having a technology presence with online newsletters, Twitter, blogs, etc.
Integrate technology tools into your data-driven school counseling program.

Speaker:
Nicohl Webb, School Counselor, Pate’s Creek Elementary, Stockbridge, Ga.

Original air date: Oct. 24, 2018

Strategies to Ensure Students Attend College and Persist Oct 10, 2018

As a high school counselor how can you ensure and verify your students are well-prepared for and pursued postsecondary education? How can you improve and monitor your college- and career-readiness programs to confirm they are truly making an impact in students’ lives? Hear one county’s strategies and data-driven approach to improve higher education persistency rates with the support of National Clearinghouse Student Tracker. Download accompanying handouts here.

Learning objectives:
After viewing this webinar you should be able to:

Recognize the National Clearinghouse Student Tracker and the data provided.
List effective strategies to monitor and measure your college- and career-readiness program effectiveness.
Use data to assess and address student needs and barriers to pursuing postsecondary education.

Speaker:
Catalina Cifuentes, Executive Director-College and Career Readiness, Riverside County Office of Education, Riverside, Calif.

Original air date: Oct. 9, 2018

The Art of Group Counseling in Schools Sep 27, 2018

Running small groups in schools requires a strong set of leadership skills, the most important being the ability to make groups interesting and engaging. Running small groups is about the art of engagement and control. Hear specific skills, such as drawing out, cutting off and using rounds, that are necessary for school counselors. Additionally, learn more than 15 creative activities you can use to make group leading effective and fun. Download accompanying handouts.

Learning objectives:
After viewing this webinar you should be able to:

Define at least three essential group leading skills.
Identify movement activities you can use in small groups.
Brainstorm writing and drawing activities for small groups.
Describe effective processing skills for creative activities in small groups.

Speakers:
Christine Schimmel, Associate Professor, West Virginia University
Ed Jacobs, Associate Professor, West Virginia University

Original air date: Sept. 27, 2018

Restorative School Practices in Action Sep 27, 2018

Restorative practices enable all members of the school community to integrate and normalize a collaborative approach by focusing on building, maintaining and when necessary, repairing relationships among all members of a school. When students feel like they have an increased connection to school, they will have more educational motivation, classroom engagement and improved school attendance. Learn about principles in problem solving, communication amongst students, staff and community to establish a positive school culture. Download accompanying handouts here and here.

Learning objectives:
After viewing this webinar you should be able to:

Explain restorative practices and how they will affect your school.
Access a toolbox of materials and ideas to utilize in your school.
Implement community and problem-solving circles in your program.

Speakers:
Bonnie Robbins, School Counselor, Whittier Middle School, Poland, Maine
Shawn Vincent, Principal, Whittier Middle School, Poland, Maine

Original air date: Sept. 13, 2018

SEL + School Counseling = Thriving Students Sep 21, 2018

Given the rise in student mental health needs, it becomes increasingly imperative that school counselors embrace an integrated campus approach to support the whole child. Social/emotional learning (SEL) provides a framework that aligns with the ASCA Mindsets & Behaviors to create a proactive school counseling program. Hear how one district blends ASCA’s Mindsets & Behaviors with SEL to create positive student outcomes. Download accompanying handouts.

Learning objectives:
After viewing this webinar you should be able to:

Describe the core competencies of social/emotional learning.
Implement presented SEL activities with students.
Reflect on how to best integrate SEL principles into daily counseling practice.

Speakers:

Kristina Kern, School Counselor, Austin ISD, Austin, Texas
Teri Wood, Elementary Counseling Coordinator, Austin ISD, Austin, Texas
Pam Martin, Social & Emotional Learning Specialist, Austin ISD, Austin, Texas

Original air date: Sept. 21, 2018

School Counselors Making a Difference Sep 07, 2018

Share this brief video with your stakeholders to show the difference a good school counseling program can make.

Increase Attendance Rates with PBIS Strategies Aug 28, 2018

Attendance and behavior are two major factors in improving or impeding access to learning at school. Learn how to integrate your existing attendance process and policy with positive behavior intervention supports (PBIS) to increase positive student behavior and attendance. Leave the session with concrete techniques on how to update PBIS and attendance policy and process to improve student success through student contact. Download accompanying handouts.

Learning objectives:
After viewing this webinar you should be able to:

List specific techniques to integrate PBIS with attendance policy and process.
Increase your school’s attendance.
Examine similarities between PBIS and attendance policy and recognize how to integrate attendance policy into a tiered system of support.
Implement PBIS and attendance policy as an integrated system

Speakers:

Kathryn Buchan, School Counselor, Buljan Middle School, Roseville, Calif.
Tonia Stallions, School Counselor, Chilton Middle School, Roseville, Calif.

Original air date: Aug. 27, 2018

Tools for New School Counselors Aug 27, 2018

Each year brand new school counselors navigate through the job search process and land their first job as a school counselor, or seasoned counselors transition into a position in a new setting. Through this panel session, learn tips and tricks for navigating the first year in a new position. Leave with relevant materials and tools to assist you in your new journey. Download accompanying handouts.

Learning objectives:
After viewing this webinar you should be able to:

Identify resources for building your comprehensive school counseling program aligned with the ASCA National Model.
Discuss the importance of forging professional mentorships and community resources.
Explain the importance of continuous professional development and professional membership at the national and state level.

Speakers:

Jan Gay, School Counselor, Summerdale School, Summerdale, Ala.
Rebecca Winberg, School Counselor, Daphne Elementary, Daphne, Ala.
Lyle Cooper, School Counselor, Counselor-Gulf Shores Elementary, Gulf Shores, Ala.
Patrice Davis, Intervention Supervisor, Baldwin County Public School System, Loxley, Ala.

Original air date: Aug. 23, 2018

ASCA Mindsets & Behaviors for Student Success Aug 10, 2018

The ASCA Student Standards have guided school counselors’ practice for many years. But student developmental needs are always changing, and ASCA’s standards have been updated based on the latest research and best practice to enhance student achievement and promote college and career readiness. The ASCA Mindsets & Behaviors for Student Success: K-12 College- and Career-Readiness Standards for Every Student describe the knowledge, skills and attitudes that students need to achieve academic success, college and career readiness and social/emotional development. The standards are based on a survey of research and best practices in student achievement from a wide array of educational standards and efforts.

Focusing on the Competencies: ASCA Mindsets & Behaviors for Student Success Aug 10, 2018

The ASCA Mindsets & Behaviors for Student Success: K-12 College- and Career-Readiness Standards for Every Student describe the knowledge, skills and attitudes students need to achieve academic success, college and career readiness and social/emotional development. The standards address students at all grade levels, and the competencies bridge the Mindsets & Behaviors standards with academic core curriculum at specific grade levels. Attend this webinar to learn more about the competencies, the competency database and how to write competencies specific to your student’s needs.

Learning Outcomes
• Discover the importance of student competencies aligned with state standards.
• Focus on the ins and outs of writing useful competencies.
• Learn how to navigate the student competencies database to find already-written competencies you can use for your needs.

Improving Students’ Body Confidence and Self-Esteem Aug 07, 2018

Students who are 11-14 years of age experience rapid change, extended freedom and see their peers and adults in new roles. Body confidence and self-esteem can take major blows based on external influences, namely peers and media. This webinar will focus on the social/emotional impact peers, social media and appearance ideals have on these youth and the educator’s role in helping students successfully navigate through these potentially negative external influences. You’ll learn how to support students and help guide them toward better body confidence and positive self-esteem using research-based lessons. Download accompanying handouts here.

Learning objective

After attending this webinar you should be able to:

Identify and explain at least two physical, mental, emotional or intellectual changes of the 11-14 year old
Explain the connection between body confidence and self-esteem
Discuss how to implement a body confidence and positive self-esteem program

Speaker:
Antionette Meeks is the Cadre Coordinator for the Dove Self-Esteem Project at Cairn Guidance.

Original air date: July 26, 2018

REA2CH Parent Honor Roll Jul 19, 2018

Parental involvement can be an issue at some schools, with parents often unsure of what their role is in helping their children be successful. The REA2CH Parent Honor Roll program not only lays out a simple formula for parents to use to help their children be successful in school but also motivates and recognizes parents who use this simple formula.

Learning objectives:
After attending this session, participants should be able to:

Explain the major aspects of the REA2CH Parent Honor Roll.
Implement the REA2CH Parent Honor Roll program in their school.

Speaker:
Diane Sperry, School Counselor, Prince George’s County Public Schools, Md.

Original air date: June 20, 2018

Results Reports: Outcomes Leading to Systemic Impact Jun 27, 2018

Discover the benefits of results reports in sharing your successes, and learn to show how what you’re doing makes a difference. Hear how to develop results reports for school counseling core curriculum lessons, small-group and closing-the-gap interventions that are consistent with RAMP. Examine the requirements for each report, and see examples. Download accompanying handouts here.

Learning objectives:
After attending this webinar you should be able to:

Explain the purpose of results reports.
Discuss the importance of linking data to the school counseling mission and program goals.
Discuss the difference between process, perception and results data.
Recognize simple strategies for transforming data into meaningful results reports.
Identify exemplary results report writing strategies that lead to systemic impact.

Speakers:

Carol Kaffenberger, Ph.D., is an associate professor emerita, George Mason University and former ASCA board member. She is an associate editor for Professional School Counseling journal, an ASCA National Model trainer and co-author of “Making DATA Work.”

Anita Young, Ph.D., is an associate professor, Johns Hopkins University. Her research agenda focuses on using data to close achievement gaps for all students and building school counselors’ leadership capacity. She is an ASCA National Model trainer and the co-author of “Making DATA Work.”

Original air date: June 12, 2018

Caseload Connections May 22, 2018

What is your caseload demographic breakdown? What are the gaps in a caseload story? Data can be overwhelming, but can also build programmatic alignment. Learn about different student data such as course requests, career inventory, learning styles, and grades and how to utilize the information in program delivery. Realign the school counseling program with a whole child approach. Download accompanying handouts.

Learning objectives:
After attending this webinar you should be able to:

Develop a response to intervention visual for academic, social emotional, and college/career domains to guide personalized learning plans.
Create a personalized learning plan for students using a provided template.
Utilize personalized information plans as sources of data to guide additional programs.

Speaker:
Dr. Deborah Hardy has 25 years of experience as a school counselor and is the former Director of K12 School Counseling Services in New York. Currently, as the founder of GuidED Consulting, Hardy provides professional development training nationally for school counselors in developing the support for all students by embracing the whole child approach and personalized learning. Hardy is also an adjunct professor at NYU and LIU.

Original air date: May 22, 2018

Parent Guide: “13 Reasons Why” May 18, 2018

With the release of season 2 of the Netflix series “13 Reasons Why,” ASCA offers this information and resources to parents to help them address issues that may arise due to the series. Additional resources for parents, educators and the community are available here.

Promote SEL and Literacy Development With Literature May 12, 2018

How can school counselors best support children’s holistic development in an environment of increasing academic demands and accountability pressures? Engaging children in shared reading of storybooks is an effective way to support children’s social/emotional development, while reinforcing literacy learning and academic engagement. Through reinforcing the joy of reading and building connections to characters in stories, children are guided to become the storytellers of culturally relevant books with story plots focused on various social/emotional skills. Hear how elementary school counselors can use storybooks as a way to build children’s social/emotional learning, while reinforcing literacy instruction and academic engagement. Download accompanying handouts.

Learning objectives:
After attending this webinar you should be able to:

Support children’s academic growth, literacy learning and social/emotional development through shared reading discussions and activities.
Describe how to integrate and deliver culturally responsive shared-reading activities within a comprehensive school counseling program.
Identify strategies and best practices on measuring shared-reading activity outcomes on students’ academic and SEL development.

Speaker:
Amy L. Cook, Ph.D., is an assistant professor at the University of Massachusetts – Boston. Her research interests focus on reducing inequalities in educational outcomes and promoting positive youth development. She is the lead author of S”chool Counselor Resource Series: Storybooks and Social Hooks: Building Social/Emotional, Academic and Literacy Learning Through Shared Reading (K-5),’ published by ASCA.

Original air date: May 11, 2018

“13 Reasons Why” (season two): What School Counselors Need to Know May 08, 2018

Watch the recording of ASCA’s Facebook live discussion with Jill Cook, ASCA assistant director, and Angie Hickman, ASCA director of research media, as they share information about what school counselors need to know to address any issues arising from the second season of the Netflix series “13 Reasons Why.”

Career Readiness for Middle School Apr 23, 2018

At the middle school level, students begin refining their career exploration to match their interests and abilities. Explore ways to implement meaningful opportunities for students to explore their unique skills and interests and understand how their skills and interests relate to career exploration, course selection and postsecondary planning. Download accompanying handouts here and here.

Learning objectives:
After attending this webinar you should be able to:

Identify ways to implement career exploration opportunities for all students.
Utilize shared resources.
Administer career guidance activities in one-on-one and group settings.

Speaker:
Erin Crooks is a middle school counselor at Georgetown Middle School in Georgetown, Del. She has been a school counselor for 11 years and was named a 2018 ASCA School Counselor of the Year finalist.

Original air date: Apr. 23, 2018

What Every School Counselor Should Know About Underage Drinking Apr 18, 2018

Underage drinking is a reality that school counselors encounter frequently. It is important for school counselors to understand the facts about underage drinking, including why kids drink, short- and long-term consequences of drinking and the role parents and schools play in helping to prevent alcohol use and alcohol-related problems. Schools in particular can provide students with the knowledge, skills, motivation and opportunities to remain safe and resist the temptations to drink. Hear how to address the issue of underage drinking from the perspective of adolescent development, adolescent brain function and overall health and safety. Download accompanying handouts.

Learning objectives:
After attending this webinar you should be able to:

Identify common underage drinking patterns.
Explain how alcohol affects the developing teenage brain.
Discuss long- and short-term consequences of underage drinking.
Identify what you and parents can do to help prevent and manage underage drinking.

Presenter:
Aaron White, Ph.D., is the senior scientific advisor to the director at the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA) and is an expert in adolescent development, the influence of alcohol and other drugs on adolescent development and strategies for promoting adolescent health.

Original air date: Apr. 18, 2018

Confident Me! A Free Body Confidence Curriculum Apr 16, 2018

Learn about the Confident Me! Dove Self-Esteem Body Confidence free curriculum and how the Dove Self-Esteem Project can support body confidence in both male and female adolescents. Focus on helping students challenge unrealistic sociocultural ideals of appearance, and hear how practicing school counselors have implemented the program with success in their schools. Download accompanying handouts.

Learning objectives:
After attending this webinar you should be able to:

Explain how to help students reduce appearance comparisons and body talk.
Identify how to help students identify the influence of media messages and create a plan to “remix” those messages.
Access and utilize the body confidence curriculum in a single lesson or a five-week lesson.

Speakers:
Jan Gay is a pre-K–8 school counselor and a first-year Dove Self-Esteem Project cadre trainer. In her second year as a school counselor she received the state of Alabama’s recognition award for her comprehensive school counseling program.

Laura Ross is in her 12th year as a school counselor. She currently is a middle school counselor in Georgia and a Dove Self-Esteem Project cadre trainer. She is the 2017 Georgia School Counselor Association Emerging Leader of the Year and the 2018 Gwinnett County Public Schools Middle School Counselor of the Year.

Original air date: Apr. 12, 2018

Communitywide Mental Health Education Apr 05, 2018

Mental Health is an “all in” that requires the work of school counselors, educators, parents and community members. Creating regular mental health education events is a great way to build awareness and education. Beyond ideas, learn about logistics to help address the mental health needs of our communities. Download accompanying handout.

Learning objectives:
After attending this webinar you should be able to:

Identify resources you can partner with in the community.
Actualize a community mental health event that fits your population.

Speaker:
Cassie Poncelow is a school counselor in Fort Collins, Colo., and a 2018 School Counselor of the Year finalist. She is passionate about comprehensive programming, her school counseling team and learning new dance moves from her students.

Original air date: Apr. 5, 2018

The School Counselor’s Role in Community Engagement Mar 29, 2018

Learn how school counselors can expand their school counseling programs, help connect students and families with external resources, improve parental engagement and increase support for school staff all through collaboration with community partners. Hear how the 2018 School Counselor of the Year established partnerships throughout her school to support the academic, social/emotional learning and college- and career-readiness needs of her students and families. Download accompanying handout.

Learning objectives:
After attending this webinar you should be able to:

Explain the school counselors’ role in developing community engagement opportunities for students and families.
Identify ways to utilize community partners to strengthen your school counseling programs.
Explain how school counselors help school communities, students, staff and families connect to internal and external resources or supports.

Speaker:
Kirsten Perry has been a school counselor for the Chicago Public Schools for six years. She serves on several committees including the Naviance advisory team and the GoCPS advisory team and she also serves as a master counselor. Most recently, she was named the 2018 National School Counselor of the Year by the American School Counselor Association.

Original air date: Mar. 29, 2018

G.L.O.W.: Girls Learning to be Outstanding Women Mar 27, 2018

Girls face a number of complex issues affecting their successful transition into adulthood, some of which include self-esteem, body image, relational aggression and forming healthy relationships. Hear how one 2018 ASCA School Counselor of the Year finalist addressed these issues for her middle school girls through the creation of a girls’ group, GLOW: Girls Learning to Be Outstanding Women. Focus on the value of helping girls develop SEL skills in a safe and supportive environment, and walk away with concrete ideas and resources you can use to implement a similar program in your school. Download accompanying handout.

Learning objectives:

After attending this webinar you should be able to:

Discuss research related to issues girls face
Identify strategies, resources and potential roadblocks for implementation of a girls group at your school

Speaker:
Crystal Brewer is the school counselor at Simpson Central School, a K-8 school in Pinola, Miss. She has been a school counselor for 17 years and has served as president of the Mississippi School Counselor Association and as a RAMP reviewer. She was selected as a 2018 School Counselor of the Year finalist and has presented at local, state and national conferences. Simpson Central was named one of the first RAMP Schools of Distinction in 2016.

Original air date: Mar. 27, 2018

ASCA Mindsets-Based Mini Lessons Mar 26, 2018

ASCA Mindsets-based mini lessons are designed to strengthen your comprehensive school counseling program with high-impact strategies, presented in multiple modalities, requiring minimum use of your time. Walk away with activities you can use to inspire students to improve soft skills, have a positive attitude and believe in their own abilities. Download accompanying handout.

Learning objectives:
After viewing this webinar, you should be able to:

Create a schoolwide vocabulary to hold students accountable and raise the bar.
Explain how a few moments of repeated dedication to a specific skill or strategy can be incorporated into their program.
Explain how presenting lessons using multiple learning modalities can enhance student’s knowledge, attitudes and skills.

Speaker:
Deborah Blume has been an educator for more than twenty years, working as a Special Education Teacher, Learning Specialist, Behavior Specialist and School Counselor. She received her BS and MA from New Mexico State University. She holds South Carolina certification in Early Childhood, Elementary, Cross Categorical Special Education (K-12) and Guidance.

Original air date: Dec. 15, 2017

Refining Your Advocacy Rhetoric Mar 23, 2018

In advocating for a school counseling program the focus needs to be appropriate for the intended audience. How do you change your focus? Hear from one School Counselor of the Year finalist about different ways you can inspire change through program advocacy. Download accompanying handout.

Learning objectives:
After attending this webinar you should be able to:

Identify ways to improve program advocacy
Tailor advocacy to specific stakeholders
Use data to support a comprehensive program

Speaker:
Geoff Heckman is a school counselor at Platte County High School, Platte City, MO. He is currently serving as the President of the Missouri School Counselor Association and has been a school counselor for 14 years. Most recently, Heckman was named a 2018 School Counselor of the Year finalist.

Original air date: Mar. 22, 2018

Technology Toolbox for School Counselors Mar 15, 2018

School counselors are facing an increasing number of responsibilities, and technology can help streamline your practice and fulfill your professional responsibilities more efficiently. Learn how free, fun and easy-to-use technology tools can help you achieve your professional goals. Focus on free, simple and fun online tools to connect with other school counselors and grow your toolbox of skills. Download accompanying handouts.

Learning objectives:
After attending this webinar you should be able to:

Recognize the value of using technology to enhance your school counseling practice
Expand your technology toolkit
Demonstrate to students how technology can solve problems, and encourage students to utilize computer science to create new technologies to solve every day problems themselves

Speakers:

Angela Cleveland consults for NCWIT’s Counselors for Computing division and has 15 years’ experience as a school counselor,. She is a Google-Certified Educator, an executive board member and webmaster for the New Jersey School Counselor Association.

Jane Krauss is a curriculum and program development consultant for NCWIT. She guides the Counselors for Computing program, as well as the development of Programs-in-a-Box and other turnkey resources. Krauss has co-authored two books on the topic of project-based learning and consults with K-12 organizations in support of curriculum reform.

Stephen Sharp is a school counselor and Apple-Certified Educator. He frequently presents on technology, emerging career skills, mental health and race in education.

Dana Wile is a high school counselor and board member of the Lancaster County School Counselors Association. Wiles uses technology to streamline program planning; for example planning the county Leadership Summit: Dialogues on Racism and building support plans for students.

Original air date: Mar. 14, 2018

Norman Gysbers: History of School Counseling Mar 06, 2018

Over the past 100-plus years, school counseling has evolved from a focus on vocational guidance delivered by teachers to the comprehensive school counseling programs we have today. This video, by Norman C. Gysbers, Ph.D., the father of modern school counseling, traces the development of school counseling from its beginnings in the early 1900s to the present time.

TEAM: Together Everyone Achieves More Mar 02, 2018

Learn how a principal and school counselor teamed up to achieve RAMP status. Break down the process of how you too can begin your journey in creating a comprehensive school counseling program. Hear how our journey to RAMP began starting with completing the annual agreement, forming an advisory council and developing program goals. See how partnering to take on schoolwide initiatives can benefit your school community and RAMP up your program. Download accompanying handouts.

Learning objectives:
After attending this webinar you should be able to:

Discuss the value of developing a collaborative partnership with the principal while completing the annual agreement.
Explain how to engage stakeholders in growing your school counseling program through the advisory council.
Assess your school counseling program as you assess needs and develop program goals.
Explain how your program goals and closing-the-gap plan can support your school improvement plan.

Presenters:

Barb Micucci has been a school counselor for 31 years and the school counselor at Caley Elementary School in King of Prussia, Pa., for the past 19 years. She has served on the board of professional organizations at the local, state and national level and presented at conferences. She was the 2010 ASCA School Counselor of the Year and her school received RAMP recognition in 2017. She is currently an ASCA RAMP reviewer.

Steve Van Mater has been a school administrator for the past nine years and the principal at Caley Elementary School in King of Prussia, Pa., for the pastfive years. He has had the opportunity to present with Micucci at the Pennsylvania School Counselor Association conference on three occasions and will be presenting at the 2018 ASCA conference. Caley Elementary School earned RAMP designation in 2017.

Original air date: Feb. 28, 2018

How School Professionals Can Support Healthy Relationships Feb 16, 2018

Navigating relationships is a complicated and essential part of adolescence. What do adult allies need to know to help young people build a foundation of healthy relationship skills? How can you work with students and colleagues to create a positive school environment that is trauma-informed and upstander-ready?

Download accompanying handout.

Learning objectives:
After attending this webinar, you should be able to:

Identify healthy and unhealthy relationship behaviors in young adolescents
Help young people navigate online and offline relationships with peers
Utilize everyday gestures that promote trauma-informed relationships with students

Presenters
Lisa Sohn is a program director with the Health Team. Sohn manages national partner relationships with communities, organizations and associations in localizing Changing Minds Campaign materials, tools and resources for their specific audiences. Her work focuses on assisting communities and schools in developing leadership, education and staff training around improving school culture and climate through trauma-informed systems and responses.

Eleanor Davis develops national violence prevention campaigns and programs for a variety of audiences including youth, men and boys, health care providers and educators at Futures Without Violence. Her work centers on engaging teens around issues of consent, health and abuse and involves developing digital tools that prevent teen dating abuse and promote healthy relationship skills.

Marijuana & Students: Trends, Myths & Change Feb 16, 2018

As more states pass legislation legalizing and/or decriminalizing marijuana, the perception of harm is decreasing. Students may have confusion and misunderstanding about marijuana usage. Learn how to confront the challenges associated with the changing dynamics created by legalized marijuana, both medicinal and recreational. Download accompanying handout.

Learning objectives:
After attending this webinar you should be able to:

Discuss marijuana trends as they pertain to youth use.
Explain the modalities and methods of youth marijuana consumption.
Discuss the impact of marijuana on learning and the developing brain.

Speaker:
Molly Lotz is currently a school counselor at Yampa Valley High School in Steamboat Springs, Col. After her students began asking for support in their attempts to become less dependent on marijuana, Lotz created a curriculum to help youth do just that. In 2015, she and her team created the Marijuana Education Initiative out of a passion for providing unbiased information to youth who want to know and understand the effects marijuana has on their lives.

Original air date: Oct. 31, 2017

Supporting Students After Crisis and Loss Feb 16, 2018

The majority of children experience the death of a loved one or friend before they graduate from high school. Other crisis events such as disasters, school violence and family stressors also routinely touch students’ lives. Understanding how crisis and loss can affect academic success and students’ behaviors and effectively responding to students’ reactions are essential skills to helping students successfully cope with these challenges. School counselors can serve as an invaluable resource for school personnel as well as families as they strive to make a difference in students’ lives after a crisis or loss.

Learning objectives:

After viewing this webinar you should be able to:

List at least three reactions from students after a crisis or loss that can affect school success.
List at least three ideas to provide teachers as they support children after a crisis or loss.
Discuss at least two intervention strategies school counselors can implement with students after a crisis or loss.
List two ways to improve self-care to reduce risk of compassion fatigue.

Original air date: Sept. 7, 2011

Infusing a Caring Climate Into Your School Feb 16, 2018

School counselors want to know how to teach young people how to care about others and prevent students from falling through the cracks. New students, sick or hospitalized students and students who lose a loved one often face challenges that, if not addressed in a timely manner, can cause the students to feel isolated and get behind in schoolwork. This can lead to absenteeism, dropping grades and/or discipline problems. See how one school has equipped students to reach out to peers to offer support during difficult times through its BIONIC (Believe It Or Not I Care) Team. More than 500 schools worldwide are implementing this program and are changing the school culture to a more caring atmosphere.

Learning Outcomes

Understand the power of what one student can do for a peer facing challenging times.
Learn how kids helping kids can have a positive impact on the school environment.
Discover how a BIONIC Team can be a vital branch of the services offered by school counseling departments.

Counseling Kids in Crisis Feb 16, 2018

Crises are uncontrollable, negative, instantaneous events that have the potential to create adverse, harmful effects on school-aged youth. Cognitive development and coping skills are often affected and may lead to academic and behavioral difficulties in school. This webinar focuses on the signs and symptoms of youth in crisis and those suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Learn a problem-solving approach to use when working with traumatized children as well as prevention and intervention strategies.

Learning Outcomes

Identify signs and symptoms of children and adolescents in crisis.
Distinguish signs and symptoms of PTSD in school-aged youth.
Describe a problem-solving approach to working with youth in crisis.
Identify a prevention/intervention strategy for assisting youth.

The School Counselor’s Role in Social/Emotional Development Feb 15, 2018

Learn how school counselors help students with social/emotional development, in this congressional briefing presented by the 2018 School Counselor of the Year finalists and their principals.

The Power of School Counselors Feb 02, 2018

Students have the power to change the world, and school counselors help them achieve their dreams.

Help Students With Disabilities Self-Advocate Jan 25, 2018

Research highlights that when students with disabilities have the capacity to be better self-advocates and act in a self-determined manner, they experience significant positive educational and life benefits. Unfortunately, incorporating these skills and capacities isn’t the norm with education for students with disabilities. Although all school professionals play a role in supporting student development of self-advocacy skills and self-determination, the school counseling field embraces these ideas and incorporates them into its best practices. In particular, ASCA’s Mindsets & Behaviors are centered on three domains – academic, career and social/emotional – that rely on students building a foundation of self-determination and self-advocacy skills. Learn how you can translate this aspiration and potential, helping develop students’ self-advocacy and self-determination into a reality. Download accompanying handout.

Learning objectives:
After attending this webinar you should be able to:

Discuss ideas and research behind self-advocacy, self-determination and personalized learning.
Describe the connection between these ideas and the ASCA Mindsets & Behaviors for Student Success.
Identify the role of school counselors in effectively facilitating these skills and capacities to benefit both students with and without disabilities.

Speaker:
Ace Parsi is the personalized learning partnership manager at the National Center for Learning Disabilities (NCLD), where he studies, writes and advocates for actions that ensure students with disabilities best benefit from efforts around personalized learning and other educational innovations. Previousl Parsi was the deeper learning project director at the National Association of State Boards of Education, policy director at the National Service-Learning Partnership and an AmeriCorps member and literacy coordinator at Fair Oaks Elementary School in Redwood City, Calif.

Get Published in Professional School Counseling Journal Jan 23, 2018

You have the data to show your school counseling interventions work. Take the next step and share your successes with the rest of the school counseling community. Get help writing an article for Professional School Counseling journal about how you implement and evaluate programs in your school or school district. Come to this session with your data,your story or a draft of a manuscript, and receive small-group and individual help to write your manuscript. Counselor educators and school district leaders who are collaborating with practicing school counselors are welcome too. Download accompanying handout.

Learning objectives:
After attending this webinar you should be able to:

Explain how to conduct practitioner research
Begin drafting or revise a manuscript for the Professional School Counseling journal
Share your practitioner research with journal readers

Speaker:
Carol Kaffenberger had a 25-year career in K-12 education and elementary school counseling. Since the mid 90s Kaffenberger has taught in a school counselor preparation program first at George Mason University where she retired emerita in 2010 and then as a faculty adjunct at Johns Hopkins University. Kaffenberger consults with school districts and state associations providing training for school counselors in the use of data. She is a published author and is the practitioner research editor for ASCA’s Professional School Counseling journal.

Original air date: May 9, 2017

RAMP Scoring Rubric Webinar: Section 12 – Program Evaluation Reflection Jan 02, 2018

Learn what you need to know for section 12 of the RAMP application.

RAMP Scoring Rubric Webinar: Section 11 – Closing-the-Gap Results Report Jan 02, 2018

Learn what you need to know for section 11 of the RAMP application.

RAMP Scoring Rubric Webinar: Section 10 – Small-Group Responsive Services Jan 02, 2018

Learn what you need to know for section 10 of the RAMP application.

RAMP Scoring Rubric Webinar: Section 9 – School Counseling Core Curriculum Results Report Jan 02, 2018

Learn what you need to know for section 9 of the RAMP application.

RAMP Scoring Rubric Webinar: Section 8 – School Counseling Core Curriculum Action Plan and Lesson Plans Jan 02, 2018

Learn what you need to know for section 8 of the RAMP application.

RAMP Scoring Rubric Webinar: Section 7 – Calendars Jan 02, 2018

Learn what you need to know for section 7 of the RAMP application.

RAMP Scoring Rubric Webinar: Section 6 – Advisory Council Jan 02, 2018

Learn what you need to know for section 6 of the RAMP application.

RAMP Scoring Rubric Webinar: Section 5 – Annual Agreement Jan 02, 2018

Learn what you need to know for section 5 of the RAMP application.

RAMP Scoring Rubric Webinar: Section 4 – ASCA Mindsets & Behaviors for Student Success Jan 02, 2018

Learn what you need to know for section 4 of the RAMP application.

RAMP Scoring Rubric Webinar: Section 3 – Program Goals Jan 02, 2018

Learn what you need to know to properly address section 3 of the RAMP application.

RAMP Scoring Rubric Webinar: Section 2 – Mission Statement Jan 02, 2018

Learn what you need to know to properly address section 2 of the RAMP application.

RAMP Scoring Rubric Webinar: Section 1- Vision Statement Jan 02, 2018

Learn what you need to know to properly address section 1 of the RAMP application.

Using Data-Driven Social Stories Jan 02, 2018

Have you heard of social stories? Do you wonder how they fit within a comprehensive school counseling program? Learn more about social stories and different strategies to implement social stories with all students. Hear how social stories can help you demonstrate accountability and effectiveness and strengthen your comprehensive school counseling program. Additionally, study the different types of school counseling data, and learn to collect social-story-related school counseling data within your school counseling program. Download accompanying handouts.

The First Two Weeks Jan 02, 2018

You have just been hired for your first school counseling job. Now what? Learn about the areas you should address in those first few weeks: setting up your office, educating yourself, building relationships with administrators and teachers and starting with students. Download accompanying handouts.

Integrate Alcohol Education in Your Program Jan 02, 2018

Get an overview of Responsibility.org’s banner program, Ask, Listen, Learn: Kids and Alcohol Don’t Mix. The free program for kids ages 9-12 and their parents and educators intends to encourage saying yes to a healthy lifestyle and no to underage drinking. Lesson plans, videos, an interactive website, various activities and more are included in the program. Learn implementation techniques, as well as tips and tricks for engaging your students, supporting other staff and reaching parents with this important message. Download accompanying handouts.

Food for Thought: How to Implement a Weekend Food Program Jan 02, 2018

Proper nutrition can be a major contributor to students’ success. Learn about how one elementary school counselor developed a fruitful weekend food program to meet the needs of low-income students and families in her school. Hear Ideas for program set-up and sustainability, as well as ways to increase attendance and student achievement via a weekend food program. Finally, learn how the program was expanded to include a nutrition component that includes a school garden and weekly small group counseling. Download accompanying handouts.

Learning outcomes:
Upon completion of this webinar, participants should be able to:

Develop a weekend food program plan for your school.
Identify possible funding options for a weekend food program.
List strategies on how to increase attendance and promote student achievement via the food program.
Include nutrition, gardening and counseling into your weekend food program plan.

Speaker:
Samantha Vidal has worked at Creekside Elementary School for seven years. Creekside is a Title 1 school in rural Franklin, Ind. Previously, Vidal worked at the high school level at an urban, parochial school and also briefly as a part time elementary school counselor in an urban setting in Indianapolis, Indiana. Vidal is one of six finalists for ASCA’s 2016 School Counselor of the Year. She was previously recognized as the 2014 Indiana Elementary School Counselor of the Year by the Indiana School Counselor Association (ISCA) and served as ISCA’s president 2013–2014.

Original air date: Sept. 8, 2016

Using Technology to Engage Parents, Students, & Stakeholders Jan 02, 2018

Learn how to use Google Drive to collaborate with other professionals, gather student data to drive services and maintain school counseling resources organized on the cloud. Hear how you can use Google Drive as an organizational tool and a practical resource. Download accompanying handouts.

Using Google Docs to Collect and Analyze Data Jan 02, 2018

Although student information systems house immense amounts of data, school counselors sometimes need data not traditionally collected by these systems (e.g., social/emotional or career data). Discover how to collect this data most effectively and efficiently using technology. Specifically, learn how to use Google Docs (free with a registered account) to do just this. Google Docs allows for free and unlimited data collection and can even provide a quick summary of your results. From homework completion rates, to event RSVP’s, to cyberbullying surveys, hear how to do it. Download accompanying handouts.

Technology in School Counseling: Access, Privacy and Literacy Jan 02, 2018

Technology has had an impact on the way school counselors manage, deliver and are accountable for school counseling programs. In many ways, technology has enhanced our effectiveness and efficiency in accomplishing our goals. However, like other tools, technology has also introduced risks, which may violate important legal and ethical aspects of our work. Learn how to maximize technology’s potential for meeting our mission while minimizing threats, especially in the areas of access, privacy and technological literacy. Focus on several primary challenges, opportunities and solutions for mitigating high-tech trouble

Taming the Social Media Monster Jan 02, 2018

Social media is everywhere, and the school counseling world is no different. Focus on social media as it relates to our role as school counselors. Learn about trends, social media statistics and popular apps. Discover how to manage your own social media activities. Learn valuable information to share in faculty trainings and parent information sessions. Download accompanying handouts.

Protecting Students Online and Off Jan 02, 2018

One in four youth will experience trauma or victimization through bullying, cyberbullying, or online dangers, but most never report their experience. Learn safety challenges of today’s youth, and hear real-world strategies to protect children from these dangers. Download accompanying handouts.

Develop a Narrated, Self-Advancing, Multimedia Closing the Gap Report Jan 02, 2018

Picture your superintendent, school board members, parents, teachers and other stakeholders receiving an e-mail from you with an attachment. They click on the attachment and within seconds begin to listening and watching a digital story describing how you systematically and collaboratively had an impact growth and achievement among your students. They enjoy the show better than reading about it on paper, and you love it because it takes less time and is more fun to create. Download accompanying handouts.

Learning outcomes:
Upon completion of this webinar, attendees should be able to:

Create a narrated, self-advancing, multimedia results report
Narrate your results report
Create, copy and drop charts into PowerPoint to tell your digital story.
Convert your report to video and upload to social media or video viewing platform (e.g., Vimeo or YouTube).

Speaker:
Russell A. Sabella, Ph.D. is a professor at Florida Gulf Coast University and president of Sabella & Associates. He is author of numerous articles published in journals, magazines and newsletters and the co-author of two books, “Confronting Sexual Harassment: Learning Activities for Teens” and “Counseling in the 21st Century: Using Technology to Improve Practice.” He is also author of the popular “SchoolCounselor.com: A Friendly and Practical Guide to the World Wide Web,: (2nd edition; Educational Media; 2003), “GuardingKids.com: A Practical Guide to Keeping Kids Out of High-Tech Trouble” and well-known for his Technology Boot Camp for Counselors workshops conducted throughout the country. Sabella is a former ASCA and Florida School Counselor Association president.

Original air date: Dec. 7, 2017

Suicide Prevention for LGBTQ Youth Jan 02, 2018

Unfortunately LGBTQ youth are statistically more likely to commit suicide than their peers. Hear from The Trevor Project, the leading organization providing crisis intervention and suicide prevention services to LGBTQ youth, about the different environmental stressors contributing to LGBTQ youth’s heightened risk for suicide. Trevor CARE research combines best-practice recommendations and practical steps for reducing the risk of suicide and promoting resiliency in all young people, regardless of their sexual orientation or gender identity. Download accompanying handouts.

Self-Esteem for Kids with Learning and Attention Issues Jan 02, 2018

Positive self-esteem can make a big difference for children with learning and attention issues. When children value themselves, they’re more likely to stand up for themselves and ask for the help they believe they deserve. When they’re confident and secure about who they are, they’re better able to face and manage their learning challenges. Learn practical strategies that can be used with your students to help them develop and maintain positive self-esteem. Download accompanying handouts.

Inclusion and Well-Being for LGBTQ Students Jan 02, 2018

The LGBTQ community is making steady progress toward legal equality, yet the deck continues to be stacked against young people growing up LGBTQ in America. The impacts of family rejection, bullying, and daily concern for safety weigh heavily on our youth. Understand the current state of LGBTQ young people, as well as resources and guidance for K-12 school counselors. Learn how to build cultural competency and improve advocacy. Discover the steps to create LGBTQ- and gender-inclusive schools. Download accompanying handouts.

Best Practices for Creating an LGBTQ-inclusive School Climate Jan 02, 2018

LGBTQ students are more than two times as likely to be verbally harassed or bullied at school than non-LGBTQ students. Learn best practices to build an inclusive school climate where all students are welcome. Compare your current school and/or district policies to examples of best practices in school-based scenarios. Use this information to establish policies that are inclusive and safe for LGBTQ students. Download accompanying handouts.

Learning outcomes:
Upon completion of this webinar, participants should be able to:

Identify best practices to foster an LGBTQ-inclusive school climate
Analyze and compare current school and/or district policies to best practices.
Using best practices as a guide, formulate policies and procedures for your school that are inclusive of all students.

Speaker:
Sara Wicht is an educational consultant with more than 20 years of experience in K-12 education. Her work in social justice and anti-bias education includes expertise in instructional practice, teacher mentoring, professional development, curriculum design and educational publishing.

Original air date: Jan. 24, 2017

Implement Mindfulness in Your School Dec 29, 2017

Mindfulness is almost a trendy catch phrase these days, but learn why it’s here to stay. Discover how to tailor a mindfulness program to your school demographic regardless of level, budget or environment. Download accompanying handouts.

Learning outcomes:
Upon completion of this webinar, attendees should be able to:

Discuss mindfulness meditation and its benefits for children, adolescents and adults.
Link mindfulness practices to student and teacher well-being initiatives.
Advocate for the adoption of mindfulness practices in and outside of the classroom.

Speaker:

Katrice Grant is a school counselor at GEMS Wellington Academy-Silicon Oasis, a primary school in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Previously, she worked for 2 years in Fairfax County, VA as a college readiness counselor with Northern Virginia Community College’s Pathway Program. Katrice has been trained by Mindful Schools to teach mindfulness to students in K-12.

Original air date: Dec. 6, 2017

Confident Me, A Free Body Confidence Program Dec 29, 2017

Examine how you can implement Confident Me, the Dove Self-Esteem Project’s one-session or five-session self-esteem program for middle school students. Focus on helping students challenge unrealistic sociocultural ideals of appearance. Download accompanying handouts.

Learning outcomes:
Upon completion of this webinar, attendees should be able to:

Discuss media literacy with respect to these ideals.
Help students reduce appearance comparisons and appearance conversations.
Promote body activism and positive behavior change among students.

Speaker:
Jessica Lawrence began her career teaching 7th grade health education. In 2003, Lawrence became the Health Education Curriculum Specialist for the Oregon Department of Education. In 2006, Lawrence became a national school and community health consultant, working with state departments of transportation, education, and health, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, school districts and non-profits to create healthier schools and communities. Her current project is working to develop the new DARE (drug resistance program) and working with the FBI on opioid prevention in schools.

Original air date: May 17, 2017

Aevidum: A Culture of Caring for Mental Health Awareness Dec 29, 2017

Aevidum is a student-centered club in schools from kindergarten through college promoting mental health awareness and suicide prevention. Activities are planned so all students feel accepted, appreciated, cared for and acknowledged. Learn what schools have done with their Aevidum groups and how you can start a club in your school. Download accompanying handouts. Download accompanying handouts.

Learning outcomes:
Upon completion of this webinar, participants should be able to:

Identify Aevidum’s mission and vision
Recall examples of how Aevidum can change the culture of a school.
Describe how to start an Aevidum program at their own school.

Speaker:
Lisa Fulton is a school counselor at ELCO Middle School, a RAMP school, and ELCO High School, in Myerstown, Pa., and a former president of the Pennsylvania School Counselors Association.

Original air date: Feb. 6, 2016

Alleviating Anxiety Through School Counseling Interventions Dec 29, 2017

If unaddressed, childhood and adolescent anxiety can have a lasting negative impact on students’ social/emotional development, academic success and college/career readiness. School counselors play an integral role in addressing students’ mental health needs. Through evidenced-based interventions, school counselors can effectively promote the skills and attitudes necessary to overcome childhood anxiety disorders. Download accompanying handouts.

Learning outcomes:
After attending this webinar, participants should be able to:

Identify at least three forms of anxiety in children and adolescents.
List evidenced-based school counseling interventions and theories that are effective in reducing childhood anxiety.
Explain how to appropriately integrate these interventions into their school counseling programs, with the scope of the school counselor and ethical considerations in mind.

Speakers:
Ellen Chance is an elementary school counselor in the Palm Beach County School District, Fla.

Summer Kuba is the guidance director at Palm Pointe Educational Research K-8 School in Port Saint Lucie, Fla.

Original air date: Feb. 27, 2017

2016 ASCA Ethical Standards for School Counselors Dec 29, 2017

Get an overview of the newly revised ASCA Ethical Standards for School Counselors. Learn the evolution of the Ethical Standards as influenced by the transformation of the school counseling profession, the ASCA National Model, the emphasis on social justice, data-informed practice, developments in technology, the risks and rewards of social media and needs of diverse populations. Focus on the major changes from 2010 to 2016. Have the opportunity to ask questions around the intent, meaning, use and value of the Ethical Standards for School Counselors. Download accompanying handouts.

Learning outcomes:
Upon completion of this webinar, participants should be able to:

Summarize the major components of the ASCA Ethical Standards for School Counselors.
Explain the progression and major changes of the ASCA Ethical Standards for School Counselors over the last three revisions (2004, 2010, 2016).
Discuss the intent, meaning and use of the ASCA Ethical Standards for School Counselors.

Speaker:
Carolyn Stone, Ed.D., is a professor at the University of North Florida and chair of ASCA’s Ethics Committee. She is the author of “School Counseling Principles: Ethics and Law.”

Original air date: Oct. 5, 2016

Paint By Numbers: Create a Guiding Image for Your Program With Data Dec 29, 2017

Many people don’t naturally think in terms of numbers and, therefore, are turned off by the idea of spending time with data. Learn to reframe the use of numbers to create vivid images that can help drive a school counselor or school counseling program, as well as communicate the positive effect of school counselors’ efforts of school counselors. Download accompanying handouts.

Interrupting Racism: Race & Equity in Your Program Dec 29, 2017

Using a framework directly aligned with the ASCA Ethical Standards for School Counselors, learn your role in social justice outcomes by reviewing the concept of implicit bias and its effect on practitioners. Strive to increase self-awareness while better understanding beliefs that affect our practice through reflection on counseling experiences involving race and equity. Learn about resources and effective tools allowing you to analyze and utilize best practices for your specific school environment. Download accompanying handouts.

Original air date: Jan. 17, 2017

Culturally Responsive Pedagogy Dec 29, 2017

Discover a set of critical practices for anti-bias, social justice education to help enhance teaching and learning. Understand 20 critical practices, which are organized into four categories: instruction, classroom culture, family and community engagement and teacher leadership. Hear specific examples of strategies and suggestions for schoolwide implementation.

Learning outcomes:
Upon completion of this webinar, participants should be able to:

Discuss intergroup awareness, understanding and skills.
Create school environments that reflect diversity, equity and justice.
Engage families and communities in meaningful and culturally competent ways.
Implement an anti-bias curriculum as part of larger individual, school and community action.
Use instructional strategies supporting diverse learning styles and allow for the development of critical thinking skills

Speaker:
Sara Wicht is an educational consultant with more than 20 years of experience in K-12 education. Her work in social justice and anti-bias education includes expertise in instructional practice, teacher mentoring, professional development, curriculum design and educational publishing.

Original air date: March 21, 2017

Culturally Competent School Counseling Dec 29, 2017

As the United States continues getting more multicultural, it’s more important than ever to develop your cultural competence. Focus on select components of the ASCA National Model to create an organized space within which to think about infusing cultural competence at your school. Learn practical steps toward becoming a culturally competent school counselor.

Learning Outcomes

Describe how culturally competent school counseling can be delivered through the framework of the ASCA National Model (3^rd Edition).
Critically reflect upon the lenses through which one views the world and shapes one’s school counseling practice.
Discover the value of promoting equity and develop a learning plan for embodying that value.

Speaker
Paul Harris, Ph.D., is an assistant professor in the school counseling program in the Curry School of Education at the University of Virginia. He is currently president-elect for the Virginia School Counselor Association. Previously, he was a high school counselor in Newport News, Va., and Loudoun County, Va.

Original air date: Jan. 27, 2016

Build Multiculturally Aware Students Dec 29, 2017

Given increases in racial and socioeconomic diversity in schools across the United States, school counselors are well-positioned to lead courageous conversations and interventions that reduce prejudice and educate students about multiculturalism. Hear concrete ways you can incorporate multicultural education into school counseling core curriculum lessons, group counseling and schoolwide interventions to build a more multiculturally aware generation of K-12 students. Learn how to approach multicultural education in ways consistent with your school and community cultures, and gain specific ideas for multicultural education interventions in comprehensive school counseling programs. Review quantitative and qualitative studies revealing actual ways school counselors are currently integrating multicultural education into their programs. Download accompanying handouts.

Learning outcomes:
Upon completion of this webinar, participants should be able to:

Discuss the need for multicultural education in K-12 schools and the relevant role school counselors have in leading multicultural education efforts.
Use best practices in approaching sensitive multicultural education topics in schools.
Design and implement multicultural education interventions via school counseling core curriculum lessons, group counseling and schoolwide interventions.
Describe how current school counselors are currently implementing multicultural education in schools.

Speaker:
Clare Merlin, Ph.D., is an assistant professor at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte. A former high school counselor, Merlin researches how school counselors can integrate multicultural education and reduce prejudice in schools.

Original air date: Oct. 27, 2016

Trauma-Informed Care Dec 29, 2017

Public education historically focused on academic achievement; however, a barrier to earning a high school diploma and being a productive citizen could be the impact of trauma on learning and behavior. Trauma-informed care is a universal approach to help build resilience and improve students’ learning and behavior. Learn how Findlay City Schools, an urban K-12 public school in Northwest Ohio, designed and implemented a drastic cultural change using the seven domains of trauma-informed care. Learn how you can improve academic achievement, school climate, teacher satisfaction, new teacher retention, reduction of student behavioral outbursts, office referrals and stress for staff and students, Discover how you can lead the effort as a school counselor. Download accompanying handouts.

Help Children of Incarcerated Parents Dec 29, 2017

It’s estimated that one in 14 children experience parental incarceration. School counselors need an understanding of the common loss experiences these students face to address social/emotional needs. Learn about the impact of parental incarceration and connections between parental incarceration and school performance. Walk away with ideas for providing delivery services interventions and advocating for these students. Download accompanying handouts.

Effective Crisis/Trauma Response Dec 29, 2017

School counselors are critical members of the trauma-response team in every school. Learn how to respond when a major traumatic event happens in your school. Defining your role, and that of the other members of your response team, school and district community are keys to your students’ social/emotional well-being and your school’s recovery. Utilizing specific scenarios, walk through the difficult situations and the myriad things members of a trauma-response team must consider and do under stressful and often chaotic circumstances. Download accompanying handouts.

Learning outcomes:
Upon completion of this webinar, participants should be able to:

Discuss scenarios to understand the depth of response and what schools need in the recovery phase of a traumatic event.
List key tasks to complete in the wake of a crisis situation
Locate valuable resources to prepare your school for recovery

Presenters:
Jon Widmier is the director of student services for Jefferson County Public Schools, Colo. The student services department oversees 170 school counselors and 38 social/emotional learning specialists that support 85,000 students. Student services covers mental health crisis response for the district.

Andy Tucker is the director of student support for Boulder Valley School District in Boulder, Colo. A former teacher, school counselor and building administrator, Tucker now oversees the work of the school counselors and the social/emotional learning and well-being of all district students and staff. He also leads the district’s trauma-response team.

Original air date: Jan. 30, 2017

Career Conversations With Individual Students Dec 29, 2017

Learn how to use the Career Conversations, aligned with the ASCA Mindsets & Behaviors, to assist individual students. Hear examples of how to use the Career Conversations for the purpose of assessment and intervention for an individual student; then delve into individual student case studies and reflection questions to promote practical application. Download accompanying handout.

Learning objectives:
After attending this webinar you should be able to:

Identify the foundational underpinnings of the ASCA Career Conversations and Starter Questions
Demonstrate the use of ASCA Career Conversations and Starter Questions with individual student cases
Develop a practical plan for integrating Career Conversations and Starter Questions into everyday practice with individual students

Speakers:

Jennifer Curry, Ph. D., is a professor of counselor education at Louisiana State University where she specializes in career and college readiness. She has served as an elementary, middle and high school counselor. Additionally, she has served as guest editor of Professional School Counseling journal, a journal reviewer, a delegate of ASCA’s Delegate Assembly, president of the Louisiana School Counselor Association and is currently a Professional School Counseling associate editor.

Megyn Shea, Ph. D. is an assistant professor of school counseling at the NYIT Manhattan and Long Island campuses. Her research interests include career development and college readiness. Prior to becoming a school counselor educator, she worked as an elementary and middle school counselor in Washington.

Original air date: Dec. 13, 2017

Lessons That Sparkle Dec 22, 2017

School counseling core curriculum lessons are an efficient way of addressing ASCA’s Mindsets & Behaviors with a large number of students in a short amount of time. Because lessons can be such valuable learning experiences, we need to make sure they’re effective and engaging for all students. Learn about 15 classroom lessons spanning academic, career and social/emotional domains. Children’s literature and creative activities such as art, games, role-plays and writing are integrated into these K-5 standards-based lessons. Download accompanying handouts.

Classroom Management and Building Community through Class Meetings Dec 22, 2017

As a school counselor, your role in class meetings is both facilitator and consultant. Build your knowledge and familiarity with class meetings by learning the basic principles and theory supporting the use of class meetings as a strategy for classroom management and community building. Learn basic facilitation techniques that can be used by school counselors and the teachers with whom they consult. Download accompanying handouts.

Learning outcomes:
Upon completion of this webinar, participants should be able to:

Describe the basic principles and underlying research supporting the use of class meetings and how they relate to current trends in education.
Recognize their unique role as both facilitator and staff-consultant for class meetings.
Analyze the components of class meetings and how they support classroom management and class community building.
Create a rationale for using effective class meetings within their building/district.

Speaker:
Marinda Peters has been an elementary school counselor in Forest Grove, Ore., for eight years in a Title I K-4 school. She is currently transitioning to a middle school counseling position in the same district. In addition to her work as a comprehensive school counselor, Peters serves as her district’s supervisor for elementary school-based mental health school counselor interns. She was appointed as the education chair of the Oregon School Counselor Association (OSCA) in 2014 and was OSCA’s 2014 School Counselor of the Year and state representative for ASCA School Counselor of the Year in 2016.

Original air date: Nov. 21, 2017

Using Evidence-Based Practices in School Counseling Dec 21, 2017

Discover an efficient model for determining priorities for your school counseling program, and identify developmentally appropriate interventions that also have evidence of efficacy. Get detailed information about academic, career and social/emotional programs that are considered evidence-based because of strong outcomes, helping to ensure your work effectively supports success for all students. Address how to integrate evidence-based programs with key school programs such as PBIS and RTI.

Teachers, Administrators & School Counselors: Using Noncognitive Skills to Improve Student Success Dec 21, 2017

The American School Counselor Association (ASCA), National Association of Elementary School Principals, (NAESP) and National Association of Secondary School Principals (NASSP) have joined together to create a professional development opportunity for teachers, administrators and school counselors to collaborate to improve student outcomes through the development of noncognitive skills. Learn how five districts across the country brought together administrators, teachers and school counselors to use noncognitive skills to support each other’s shared mission — improve academic achievement, attendance and behavior for their students. Download accompanying handouts.

School Counseling in a Virtual Setting Dec 21, 2017

With advancing technology, virtual schools are becoming more widespread. Hear about the online educational landscape, including common reasons students choose to attend virtual schools. Explore how various technologies are utilized in virtual school settings to students’ academic, career and social/emotional needs and how to implement comprehensive school counseling programs in virtual school settings. Download accompanying handouts.

Learning objectives:

After viewing this webinar participant should be able to:

Describe the landscape related to school counseling in a virtual school, including the types of programs and schools available to students
Identify and discuss the technologies available to deliver a comprehensive school counseling program across the four ASCA domains in a virtual educational setting
Describe recent research on how school counselors in all settings are using online technologies to meet students’ needs
Identify the benefits and limitations inherent in an online counseling environment, including the use of protocols to address urgent situations that may occur in virtual school settings

Presenter:

Tracy Steele. Director of Counseling, Stanford Online High School, ohs.stanford.edu

Original air date: Oct. 3, 2017

RAMPing as a Solo School Counselor Dec 21, 2017

Earning the RAMP designation is an involved, all-encompassing process for any school counseling department. However, there are some unique challenges and opportunities to consider if you are the only school counselor in your school. Understand potential challenges for solo school counselors to earning the RAMP designation as well as strategies to help overcome some of these roadblocks. Discuss the key components to success – planning, organization and advocacy. Download accompanying handouts.

Learning outcomes:
Upon completion of this webinar, participants should be able to:

Identify potential barriers to earning the RAMP designation as a solo school counselor.
Identify strategies to help overcome roadblocks to earning the RAMP designation as a solo school counselor.
Explain the importance of advocacy and its effect on delivering a comprehensive, RAMP-worthy school counseling program.

Speaker:
Crystal Brewer

Original air date: Oct. 4, 2016

Evidence-Based School Counseling Curriculums for Elementary School Counselors Dec 21, 2017

Delivering an evidence-based school counseling curriculum can improve your program’s overall success – and gain increased administrative support. Learn about several elementary-level evidenced-based school counseling interventions that address critical student outcomes. Hear how to implement school counseling lessons that support success for all students and how to share the learning outcomes with key stakeholders. Download accompanying handouts.

Learning outcomes:
Upon completion of this webinar, participants should be able to:

Identify a variety of student data to use for determining program and intervention priorities.
Implement elementary-level school counseling interventions that have evidence of efficacy.
List benefits of using data-driven approaches and choosing evidence-based interventions.
Explain a variety of strategies for disseminating results of interventions to administrators, parents, school board members and other educational stakeholders.

Speakers:
Brett Zyromski is an assistant professor at the Ohio State University and co-author of “Facilitating Evidence-Based, Data-Driven School Counseling: A Manual for Practice.”

Melissa Mariani is an assistant professor at Florida Atlantic University. and is co-author of “Facilitating Evidence-Based, Data-Driven School Counseling: A Manual for Practice.”

Carey Dimmitt is the associate director of the Fredrickson Center for School Counseling Outcome Research & Evaluation and a professor at the University of Massachusetts – Amherst. Dimmitt is the co-founder and co-chair of the annual National Evidence-Based School Counseling Conference and co-author of “Evidence-Based School Counseling: Making a Difference with Data-Driven Practices” and “School Counseling and School Social Work Treatment Planner.”

Original air date: Oct. 24, 2016

Clean Out Your Clutter and Prioritize Dec 21, 2017

Make it your resolution to identify ineffective school counseling practices, simplify your program and prioritize actions that have a positive impact on student results. Download accompanying handouts.

Learning outcomes:

Identify school counseling practices that are not effective or efficient
Simplify your school counseling program
Prioritize actions that positively impact student results
Apply the reduce, refuse, reuse/recycle model to school counseling

Speaker
Brian Mathieson, NBCT-SC, is a school counselor at Battle Ground High School in Battle Ground, Wash., and a Recognized ASCA Model Program (RAMP) reviewer.

Original air date: Jan. 12, 2016

ASCA National Model: Advisory Council Dec 21, 2017

Review the purpose and role of the advisory council in an ASCA National Model school counseling program. Focus on the advisory council’s goals, membership, agenda and minutes. Work through examples and templates. Download accompanying handouts.

Upon completion of this webinar, participants should be able to:

Identify key components of an advisory council
Discuss the rationale and purpose for implementing an advisory council
Share exemplary examples of advisory council components
Share tips for implementing a successful advisory council

Speakers:
Mark Kuranz worked for 34 years as a teacher and school counselor at J.I. Case High School in Racine, Wis., and is currently an adjunct faculty member at Marquette University in Milwaukee, Wis. He is an ASCA past president and an ASCA National Model and RAMP trainer. In 2004, ASCA awarded him the Mary E. Gehrke Lifetime Achievement Award.

Karen Griffith, Ph.D., is a retired school counselor, assistant professor at the University of Georgia, lead RAMP reviewer and ASCA National Model trainer.

Original air date: May 31, 2017

Supervision Toolbox: How to Effectively Supervise Interns Dec 21, 2017

For school counseling interns to learn effective skills, it is important for supervisors to know how to supervise them properly. Having a school counseling intern can add to not only your comprehensive school counseling program but also help you continue to develop skills. Discuss models of supervision and the supervisory relationship between supervisor and supervisee. Hear how to promote learning and properly address any concerns with your supervisee. Download accompanying handouts.

Strategies for Site Supervisors Dec 21, 2017

Supervising school counselors in training is an important responsibility, making structured supervision crucial. Using case studies and examples, hear common supervision models and strategies. Explore different issues that site supervisors can prepare for prior to beginning a supervisory relationship. Utilize resources and references for school counselors and supervisees. Download accompanying handouts.

School Counseling Supervisor’s Role in Districtwide Program Advocacy & Development Dec 21, 2017

School counseling supervisors play both passive and active roles in the development of comprehensive school counseling programs. Challenges sometimes exist to bring school counselors on board with district initiatives. Explore solutions that will support the development of programs grounded in the ASCA National Model. Examine advocacy efforts and accountability metrics school counseling supervisors can use to support their efforts. Download accompanying handouts.

Promote Your Program Dec 21, 2017

A new school year is starting. Are you ready to promote your school counseling program? Toot your horn loud and clear, and let others know about the valuable work you do every day to have a positive impact on students. Learn how you can use various forms of public relations to help get the word out about your counseling program. Download accompanying handouts.

Media Relations for School Counselors Dec 21, 2017

Often many school districts have and maintain a communications department that handle all things media related. However, there may be instances where you, as a school counselor, will need to be “media ready.” Engaging with media outlets for the first time can be intimidating. Learn some best practices for effectively working with members of the press. Download accompanying handouts.

Maximize Your Impact Through School-Family-Community Partnerships Dec 21, 2017

School counselors cannot meet the needs of all students alone. Learn the steps to building school-family-community partnerships that provide the support, resources and programs to effectively meet the needs of all students. See a step-by-step model with concrete strategies and practical examples for school counselors who wish to improve their impact in facilitating the academic, social/emotional and college/career development and success of their students. Download accompanying handouts.