The conference committee is seeking programs for the 2019 Spring Professional Development Conference that reflect the diversity of our students and the school counseling profession.
Deadline for Call for Programs: December 20, 2018
Submit Your Proposal: bit.ly/SpringConference19
NJSCA 2018 School Counselors: Advocating for Student Success was held on October 11-12, 2018 at the Pines Manor in Edison, NJ. Dan St. Romain provided a Pre-Conference Session, the Opening Keynote Session and a Breakout Session!
Counselor News is the official publication of the New Jersey School Counselor Association. Read the latest news and find current information on topics related to school counseling in New Jersey and nationwide.
Why Belong to NJSCA?
School reform, workplace demands, the changing economy, and work force demographics dictate new expectations for school counselors. School counselors are expected to take the lead in assisting our nation's young people to become healthy, happy, productive citizens. NJSCA provides support, training, networking and a watch on legislative issues, all important in meeting the needs of school counselors in New Jersey. NJSCA was instrumental in having the New Jersey School Counseling Initiative funded and the National Standards for School Counseling Programs written into the New Jersey Department of Education Administrative Code; ensuring that all districts shall provide a comprehensive developmental school counseling program in Kindergarten through Grade 12.
What is the role of the school counselor? View ASCA’s latest infographic to learn more.
After a Suicide: A Toolkit for Schools assists schools in implementing a coordinated response to the suicide death of a student. Originally developed in 2011, the second edition includes new information and tools that middle and high schools can use to help the school community cope and reduce suicide risk. The toolkit was developed in collaboration with the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention and in consultation with national experts, including school-based administrators and staff, clinicians, researchers, and crisis response professionals. It is designed primarily for administrators and staff but can also be useful for parents and communities.
Educators, parents and students can all pitch in to prevent bullying and encourage healthy interactions.
Learn how: www.stopbullying.gov
Need a helpful resource for back-to-school planning? The 2018-2019 Awareness Calendar is now available. Download your copy here: http://ow.ly/GUhv30kGOw8
This year, 140 schools will receive the Recognized ASCA Model Program (RAMP) designation during a special ceremony at the American School Counselor Association’s Annual Conference.
Arthur Stanlick Elementary School, Wharton
Cozy Lake School, Oak Ridge
Ellen T. Briggs Elementary School, Lake Hopatcong
Estell Manor School, Estell Manor
Jefferson Township High School, Oak Ridge
White Rock Elementary School, Oak Ridge
The Finger Lakes Region of NY is known for its relaxing summers and wineries. But this area also has much to offer in the way of colleges and universities.
On July 9th, the NJSCA Summer College Tour Motor Coach departed Clark, NJ for the Finger Lakes Region of New York. For three days they toured:
Ithaca College, Wells College, Hobart, William and Smith College, Elmira College, and The University of Scranton.
NJSCA/NJPSA Helping Kids Succeed- Role of School Counselor
http://njpsa.org/
NJSCA/NJPSA Responding to Kids in Crisis-The Role of the Counselor
http://njpsa.org/
The 15th Annual School Counselor Conference at Kean University:
A Professional Day of Renewal
This conference is held in cooperation with New Jersey School Counselor Association, New Jersey Association for College Admission Counseling and the Counselor Education Department, Kean University.
ASCA Delegate Assembly & Leadership Development Institute
