• School Counseling Week 2013

School Counseling Week 2013

National School Counseling Week, sponsored by the American School Counselor Association (ASCA),will be recognized from February 4 – 8th, 2013, to focus public attention on the unique contribution of professional school counselors and to celebrate the tremendous impact school counselors can have in helping students achieve school success.

The special week honors school counselors by recognizing professionals who have implemented comprehensive school counseling programs which actively engage students to examine their abilities, strengths, interests, and talents; work in partnership with parents as they encounter the challenges of raising children; and support teachers and other educators in providing an educational system where students can realize their potential.

More than 30,000 school counselors nationwide will be participating in the week’s festivities.  Many school counselors will be hosting special events and activities to call attention to the important role school counselors play within school systems.

Listed below are a few simple things you can do to celebrate and promote National School Counseling Week:

•  Create special school counseling announcements focusing on all areas where a counselor can help the student body  (academics, personal/social, career)
•  Have lunch with your colleagues and celebrate your many accomplishments.
•  Create daily contests that engage students in learning more about the counseling program.
•  Advertise to parents and teachers what you do through newsletters, brochures, and/or emails.
•  Share creative ‘gifts’ with staff to demonstrate you appreciate their support.
  • Mint candy – “you are worth a mint to me”..compliments of the counseling dept.
  • Pencil – “School Counselors point you in the right direction.”
  • Hugs/Kisses – “School Counselors promote a positive school climate.”
  • Lifesaver – “School counselors can save the day…if you give them a chance.”
  • Gum – “School counselors get you out of sticky situations.”
  • Snack bag of chips – “School Counselors will chip in and help anytime.”
  • “Extra” brand gum – “School Counselors work extra hard to make our school great.”
  • Mounds candy – “If you are under mounds of pressure, come see your school counselor”.