2023-2024 ASCA Model Training
School counseling is an integral component of student success. An effective school counseling program helps school counselors ensure that all students have access to a developmental curriculum for academic achievement, career development and social/emotional well-being that will lead to improved student outcomes for college and career readiness.
Training
The ASCA Model training series is designed to lead school counselors through the development, implementation, evaluation, and improvement of a comprehensive school counseling program built on school-specific data. The four levels of training are based on current comfort and knowledge of the model, as opposed to past training or experience.
The training consists of full-day workshops structured around specific topics. Each session will review information from the previous session and discuss the tasks assigned in the last session. In addition to face-to-face training, participants are given access to an online portal for assignments to receive ongoing feedback and coaching from Master ASCA trainers.
School and district-wide training is also available. Contact Stacy Eslick at stacye@wscaweb.org for details on pricing and terms.
Beginning Model Implementation
You have decided to implement the ASCA National Model, but where do you start? Discover how to align your school counseling program with the mission of the school and district and effectively demonstrate change in student outcomes. In these sessions, you’ll learn the ins and outs of the ASCA National Model and the framework of a comprehensive school counseling program: Define, Manage, Deliver, and Assess.
Beginning Model Implementation provides three full days of training which cover the following topics:
Session 1
- School counseling program assessment
- Overview of the ASCA National Model
- School data review and analysis based on district’s academic, attendance and discipline data
- Annual student outcome goals plan
- Closing-the-gap action plan
- Introduction to the WSCA RAMP portal
Session 2
- Beliefs, mission and vision statements
- Student standards
- Student competencies/objectives
- Data types
- Closing-the-gap progress
- Weekly time usage
- Weekly calendars
- Annual calendars
Session 3
- Data collection and analysis
- Results reports
- Action plans
- Progress check (on goal/closing-the-gap results)
- Annual administrative conference
- Wisconsin School Counselor Program Accountability Report (WSCPAR)
Beginning Model Implementation Dates and Locations
Gillett
8:30am – 3:30pm
Day 1: Mon, August 21, 2023
Day 2: Tues, October 24, 2023
Day 3: Thurs, January 25, 2024
Rhinelander
8:30am – 3:30pm
Day 1: Tues, September 26, 2023
Day 2: Mon, December 11, 2023
Day 3: Mon, March 4, 2024
Portage
8:30am – 3:30pm
Day 1: Tues, December 5, 2023
Day 2: Mon, February 26, 2024
Day 3: Fri, May 3, 2024
Rock County
8:30am – 3:30pm
Day 1: Wed, January 3, 2024
Day 2: Thurs, February 29, 2024
Day 3: Mon, May 20, 2024
Fennimore
8:30am – 3:30pm
Day 1: Wed, January 10, 2024
Day 2: Fri, March 1, 2024
Day 3: Tues, April 16, 2024
NEW! - Intermediate Model Implementation
If you have taken the beginning model implementation but don’t feel quite ready to move into the advanced level yet, this new intermediate tier is for you! Refresh your knowledge of what you previously learned while getting the support you need to move further ahead on your ASCA Model journey.
Intermediate Model Implementation provides three full days of training which cover the following topics:
Session 1
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Session 2
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Session 3
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Intermediate Model Implementation Dates and Locations
Ashland
8:30am – 3:30pm
Day 1: Mon, September 25, 2023
Day 2: Tues, December 12, 2023
Day 3: Tues, March 5, 2024
Port Washington
8:30am – 3:30pm
Day 1: Fri, September 29, 2023
Day 2: Mon, January 22, 2024
Day 3: Mon, April 22, 2024
Depere/Appleton
8:30am – 3:30pm
Day 1: Wed, November 29, 2023
Day 2: Wed, Feb 21, 2024
Day 3: Mon, April 29, 2024
Waukesha
8:30am – 3:30pm
Day 1: Fri, December 1, 2023
Day 2: Thurs, February 15, 2024
Day 3: Mon, April 15, 2024
Turtle Lake
8:30am – 3:30pm
Day 1: Wed, December 13, 2023
Day 2: Fri, March 8, 2024
Day 3: Thurs, May 2, 2024
Chippewa Falls
8:30am – 3:30pm
Day 1: Thurs, December 14, 2023
Day 2: Thurs, March 7, 2024
Day 3: Wed, May 1, 2024
Waunakee
8:30am – 3:30pm
Day 1: Thurs, January 4, 2024
Day 2: Wed, February 28, 2024
Day 3: Tues, April 30, 2024
West Salem
8:30am – 3:30pm
Day 1: TBD
Day 2: TBD
Day 3: TBD
Advanced Model Implementation
Advanced Model Implementation provides two full days of training which cover the following topics:
Session 1
- School data review and analysis based on district’s academic, attendance and discipline data,
- Annual student outcome goals plan
- Action plans
- Lesson plans (classroom)
- Effective calendars
- School counseling advisory council
Session 2
- Lesson plans (small group)
- School counseling advisory council meeting
- Reporting program results to stakeholders
- School Counselor Competencies and Professional Development Plan
Year Two Training Dates and Locations
Waupaca
8:30am – 3:30pm
Day 1: Wed, September 27, 2023
Day 2: Fri, April 12, 2024
Waunakee
8:30am – 3:30pm
Day 1: Wed, October 4, 2023
Day 2: Mon, April 8, 2024
Milwaukee
8:30am – 3:30pm
Day 1: Mon, October 9, 2023
Day 2: Wed, April 10, 2024
RAMP/WSCPAR Camp
The final training will provide a one-day RAMP/WSCPAR CAMP to support school counselors in putting all the comprehensive counseling components together.
Ongoing instruction and support for counselors working through their RAMP/WSCPAR applications is also available through our ASCA Model RAMP Cohort! Check out all the details and monthly discussion topics on the RAMP Cohort Webpage.
Session 1
Based on the ASCA National Model, RAMP is a recognition program for individual schools, not districts or school counselors. Applying for RAMP helps schools evaluate their school counseling program, discover areas for improvement and enhance the program’s efforts to contribute to student success.
The RAMP application process is the culmination of the implementation of a comprehensive school counseling program, which typically takes three-five years to implement. Once a school has a program in place, it will need at least one entire academic year to collect the data and information needed to fulfill the RAMP application requirements. The trainer will guide participants through the application requirements and process. Tips and suggestions about how to approach the process and collect data and how to submit the school counseling program through the online submission portal.
Learning objectives
- Explain the 12 components of the Recognized ASCA Model Program (RAMP) application
- Examine their school counseling program to assess if it’s RAMP-ready
- Communicate the benefits of achieving RAMP status to the school counseling program, the school and/or district
- Break down the RAMP application process into manageable pieces
- Explain the scoring rubric and know what the RAMP reviewers look for in an application.
- Utilize online resources ASCA has available for completing the RAMP application
- Evaluate a sample completed application, and recognize how to apply it to your application
Eau Claire
8:30am – 3:30pm
Mon, September 18, 2023
Waunakee
8:30am – 3:30pm
Tues, October 3, 2023
There will also be a RAMP/WSCPAR Camp offered at the 2022 Summer Academy on August 2, 2023 (individual registration fees apply).
ASCA Model Overview Presentations
Everyone has an opinion on what a school counselor should do. Join WSCA staff for an overview of what a comprehensive school counseling program should look like, as well as updates on school counselor professional standards, ethics, and student standards. Bring your administrator with you to collaborate on implementing a strong counseling program that supports equitable student success.
WSCA will be facilitating these 90-minute presentations around the state throughout the school year.
Overview presentations are scheduled dates that do not require advanced registration. Find your region below to find details of when and where these events will be happening near you.
ASCA Model Overview Presentation PPT
ASCA National Model Executive Summary
Student Mindset & Behavior Standards
WSCA Member Only Resources (FREE to WSCA Members!)
- On-Demand ASCA Model Implementation Video Series (located under the ethics/leadership/advocacy category)
- Monthly Virtual Collaboration Meetings (any level of model implementation is welcome to participate)
- Coaching & Consultation Requests
- Thinking of applying for RAMP? Join a virtual RAMP cohort that meets monthly.
