Introduction -- Executive summary -- I. The ASCA national model themes. Leadership ; Advocacy ; Collaboration ; Systemic change -- II. Foundation. Program focus (Beliefs ; Vision statement ; Mission statement ; Program goals) ; Student competencies (ASCA student standards ; Other student standards) ; Professional competencies (ASCA school counselor competencies ; ASCA ethical standards for school counselors) -- III. Management. Assessments (School counselor competencies assessment ; School counseling program assessment ; Use-of-time assessment) ; Tools (Annual agreement ; Advisory council ; Use of data ; School data profile ; Program results data ; Action plans ; Lesson plans ; Calendars) -- IV. Delivery. Direct student services (School counseling core curriculum ; Individual student planning ; Responsive services) ; Indirect student services (Referrals ; Consultation ; Collaboration) -- V. Accountability. Data analysis (School data profile analysis ; Use-of-time analysis assessment) ; Program results (Analysis of the curriculum results report ; Analysis of the small-group results report ; Analysis of the closing-the-gap results report ; Sharing results) ; Evaluation and improvement (School counselor competencies assessment ; School counseling program assessment ; School counselor performance appraisal ; Program goal analysis) -- Where to start -- Appendix. Changes in the third edition of the ASCA national model ; Index of special topics ; Use-of-time comparison for delivery of the school counseling program ; Fundamental questions and principles from the theory behind the ASCA national model ; Glossary ; References ; Recognized ASCA Model Program (RAMP) ; School counselor competencies.
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In this book you will learn: Ways to lead, advocate and collaborate for achievement and success for all students. How to craft a vision statement, fine-tune your program focus and enhance the learning process for all students. Steps to determine the amount of time you currently spend in direct and indirect student services and various activities throughout the day and how to work with your administrator to get approval for the proper mix. Details about school counselor competencies and program assessments, helping you evaluate your skills and your program's effectiveness. How to measure program results and promote systemic change within the school system so every student graduates college and career ready. Ways to analyze your current data, learn what it's telling you and act on your school's needs. Methods for demonstrating how students are different as a result of what you do.