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State and National Models

The American School Counselor Association (ASCA) has developed School Counselor Competencies, Ethical Standards, and a framework to outline the knowledge abilities, skills and attitudes that ensure school counselors are equipped to meet the demands of the profession and the needs of preK-12th grade students. The Ethical Standards serve as a guide for the ethical practices of all school counselors.

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ASCA School Counselor Professional Standards & Competencies

ASCA Ethical Standards for School Counselors

Career and College Readiness

House Bill 5 passed in 2013, created new plans for graduation and college and career readiness to be introduced starting in Prekindergarten.

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Social Development

As the school counselor, I serve as the first line of defense in identifying and addressing student social/emotional needs within the school setting. The social/emotional domain is composed of standards to help students manage emotions and learn and apply interpersonal skills as early as preschool and kindergarten. I will implement programs to help students show growth in three areas: academics, career and social/emotional development.

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