Race affects every facet of life in America today, including our educational practice. To reduce the negative impact on students and staff of color,... continue

Through leadership, advocacy, innovative practices and a direct focus on equitable outcomes, school counselors possess the power to act as agents of... continue

The recent, tragic deaths of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, Ahmaud Arbery and many more has caused race-based stress and trauma across the nation.... continue

Teaching online safety cannot wait until children reach adolescence. Data from the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children’s CyberTipline... continue

Learn how to use data to drive your school counseling program development, implementation and evaluation. Hear from the authors of the updated... continue

Are you struggling with how to support your high school seniors  virtually through the college admissions process? Hear from the National Association... continue

School counseling at the high school level during a pandemic, or other times when virtual school counseling is required, may feel overwhelming at... continue

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... continue

School counseling at the middle school level during a pandemic, or at other times when virtual school counseling is required, may seem more... continue

For many students, the traditional brick and mortar school is their only safe place to turn. Learn about ways to create that safe space virtually for... continue

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... continue

School counseling at the elementary school level during a pandemic, or at other times when virtual school counseling is required, may seem more... continue

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,... continue

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... continue

During natural disasters and crises such as COVID-19, schools may need to move to a virtual setting. School counselors are then asked to provide... continue

ASCA is pleased to join Reach Higher and NACAC to help you plan your best College Signing Day celebration yet, especially online. Former First Lady... continue

Discover how school counselors can transition to an online setting during uncharted times. Explore essential virtual components and discuss ways to... continue

During natural disasters and crises such as COVID-19, schools may need to move to a virtual setting. School counselors are then asked to provide... continue

About four million 9 to 17 year olds have a major mental health disorder resulting in significant impairment at home, at school and with peers,... continue

Hear about the challenges associated with the transition out of high school and learn about effective strategies for helping prepare your students... continue

Call them Generation Z, iGen or the AppGeneration, but many of us know them as one of the most anxious generations to come along. Explore adolescent... continue

Learn how Chicago Public Schools (CPS) developed a postsecondary advising credential to advocate for best practices in middle school advising. The... continue

Learn how one district's faculty and K–12 students collaborated to encourage all students' career and college aspirations. The Adopt-A-Classroom... continue

Are you looking for ways to build student leaders at your elementary school? Hear different initiatives that help students successfully develop... continue

Flowers, balloons, handmade cards and other appreciation gifts are wonderful ways to celebrate National School Counseling Week; however, sharing... continue

Many students in our schools have experienced stressors affecting their ability to be their best, which can impact how they learn, behave and build... continue

Growth mindset small groups give you the flexibility to use one curriculum to address different target behaviors. If you have students dealing with... continue

Today we sit down with one of the 2019 School Counselor of the Year finalists, Jan Desmarais-Morse. Jan recognized that the school climate at her... continue

Responsive services are school counseling interventions intended to help students with their immediate needs and concerns. In the time-sensitive... continue

School counselors have a vital role in helping students and their families understand the options Career Technical Education (CTE) offers. In this... continue

With the release of the ASCA National Model, fourth edition, the RAMP rubric was also updated. Get to know the new RAMP rubric to use in your school... continue

Brought to you by ASCA and Advance CTE. A successful career advising and development system must respond to learners’ interests and provide career... continue

Creating success isn’t just for high school counselors. There are many ways that school counselors in elementary and middle schools can create a... continue

Brought to you by ASCA and Advance CTE. School counselors are the most trusted sources of information for students and their families when... continue

Brought to you by ASCA and Advance CTE. Workforce needs have changed dramatically over the past few decades, and a high school diploma isn’t... continue

Cultural competency within the counseling profession has become a major emphasis and is even more critical for school counselors. Engage in simple,... continue

Learn how you can help your school prevent suicide by utilizing the Model School District Policy on Suicide Prevention resource from the American... continue

School counselors are the ideal professionals to create proactive, multilevel prevention strategies to foster a positive school culture. As such,... continue

Learn practical action steps to interrupt racism and create systemic change at the school level through self-reflection, staff reflection and... continue

Elementary school counselors spend significant time delivering core curriculum, so it’s crucial that we use best practices in our lessons to ensure... continue

Hear from victim-turned-hero and 2019 ASCA Conference keynoter Jeff Bauman. Show notes:  Below are resources mentioned in this episode: US... continue

The Deliver component of the ASCA National Model defines the methods school counselors use to provide activities and services to students (direct)... continue

Tour the organizational tools and assessments available to guide, target, structure, and construct a school counseling program to get results. Each... continue

School counseling standards for students and professional practice serve as the defining documents of the school counseling profession. Explore the... continue

The results of HRC’s LGBTQ Youth Report reveal persistent, serious challenges for LGBTQ students in America. In many cases, the cards remain stacked... continue

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... continue

Are you a school counselor with a passion for adventure, culture and world travel? Hear from school counselors who have lived and worked in countries... continue

Behavioral and emotional challenges in the classroom can disrupt the learning environment for struggling students and their classmates. Learn how to... continue

Learn about different ways school counselors can partner with primary care, behavioral health and other provider types to meet students’ diverse... continue

Research is clear that students in every school nationwide experience childhood trauma. How can school counselors lead the way in bringing... continue

Research has shown that every child who winds up doing well has had at least one stable and committed relationship with a supportive adult. For some... continue

Psycho-educational counseling groups are an amazing tool to teach children the skills they need to thrive. Walk away with a blueprint for planning... continue

Learn about tools available for addressing the internet safety challenges today's youth and their families often face. Focusing on child-abuse... continue

High school students from historically marginalized populations are underrepresented and underserved in academically rigorous coursework. As leaders,... continue

Learn ways school counselors can create safer and more supportive learning environments for LGBTQ students. Hear about the latest findings from... continue

Hear from Geoffrey Canada, one of the keynote speakers at the 2019 ASCA Annual Conference in Boston, Mass. In his 20-plus years with the Harlem... continue

When families are engaged in their children's education, academic achievement increases.  What does parent engagement mean for Latino families and... continue

As educators, we want to know how to enhance students' intrinsic motivation to change and achieve in the academic, career, and social/emotional... continue

Explore the school counselor’s role in developing and implementing an approaches to learning course in collaboration with administration and other... continue

In honor of National School Counseling week, we sit down with the 2019 School Counselor of the Year, Brian Coleman, to discuss his high-performing,... continue

Peer helping has been well-researched as an effective method for helping at-­risk students as a Tier 1 support strategy. Researchers discovered that... continue

The Strengthening Career and Technical Education for the 21st Century Act (Perkins V) puts an intentional emphasis on career guidance and advisement... continue

School counselors often feel under-prepared for the career, but relevant field experience with a trained site supervisor can help. Create a positive... continue

Use position statements to advocate for the role of school counselors and to educate stakeholders about comprehensive school counseling programs. Let... continue

‘Tis the season for holiday cheer, right? While for most of us the holiday season is a time to relax, eat, spend time with loved ones and exchange... continue

What is the Every Student Succeeds Act? As a school counselor, what do you need to know about the federal government’s biggest K-12 law? What... continue

Impulse control, mental flexibility, working memory, oh my. Deficits in these areas are at the root of many school counseling referrals. Learn how... continue

Hear critical information for supporting prospective student-athletes. Learn about the academic requirements students must meet to be eligible, as... continue

In honor of National Parent Involvement Day, hear how two school counselors creatively involve parents, particularly from an equity perspective, to... continue

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... continue

Life can be stressful both for school counselors and the students they serve. Hear how two school counselors manage the stress of the job by... continue

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.... continue

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... continue

A growing number of colleges and universities are offering postsecondary and transition programs for students with disabilities. Research shows... continue

Interested in learning how to infuse Growth Mindset into your school? Learn how this research-based theory can improve student success through... continue

Regardless of whether a student ever dons a uniform, the U.S. Army knows that a highly-educated and well-prepared citizenry is critical to our... continue

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... continue

Running small groups in schools requires a strong set of leadership skills, the most important being the ability to make groups interesting and... continue

Restorative practices enable all members of the school community to integrate and normalize a collaborative approach by focusing on building,... continue

Given the rise in student mental health needs, it becomes increasingly imperative that school counselors embrace an integrated campus approach to... continue

Hear from Norman Gysbers, Ph.D., the father of modern school counseling, about the history and evolution of the school counseling profession, what he... continue

Attendance and behavior are two major factors in improving or impeding access to learning at school. Learn how to integrate your existing attendance... continue

Each year brand new school counselors navigate through the job search process and land their first job as a school counselor, or seasoned counselors... continue

The ASCA Student Standards have guided school counselors’ practice for many years. But student developmental needs are always changing, and ASCA’s... continue

The ASCA Mindsets & Behaviors for Student Success: K-12 College- and Career-Readiness Standards for Every Student describe the knowledge, skills... continue

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... continue

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... continue

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... continue

Apprenticeships are becoming increasingly popular topics of conversation when considering postsecondary student readiness. Hear about findings from a... continue

The school environment poses competing interests between a student's need for confidentiality and parents' legal rights as established by the Supreme... continue

Explore the school counselor’s role in balancing the complex work of trying to provide loyalty and support to students while being vigilant to... continue

Abusive behavior based on race, color, sex, national origin or disability violates students’ civil rights. Statutes protecting these civil rights... continue

What is your caseload demographic breakdown? What are the gaps in a caseload story? Data can be overwhelming, but can also build programmatic... continue

With the release of Season 2 of the Netflix series “13 Reasons Why,” we sit down with the show's creator, Brian Yorkey. Hear Yorkey’s inspiration for... continue

How can school counselors best support children’s holistic development in an environment of increasing academic demands and accountability pressures?... continue

At the middle school level, students begin refining their career exploration to match their interests and abilities. Explore ways to implement... continue

Underage drinking is a reality that school counselors encounter frequently. It is important for school counselors to understand the facts about... continue

Learn about the Confident Me! Dove Self-Esteem Body Confidence free curriculum and how the Dove Self-Esteem Project can support body confidence in... continue

Mental Health is an "all in" that requires the work of school counselors, educators, parents and community members. Creating regular mental health... continue

Learn how school counselors can expand their school counseling programs, help connect students and families with external resources, improve parental... continue