The ASCA Model training series is designed to guide 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, rather than past training or experience.
The training consists of full-day workshops structured around specific topics. Each session reviews information from the previous session and discusses 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 WSCA Master trainers.
School and district-wide training is also available. Contact Stacy Eslick at stacye@wscaweb.org for details on pricing and terms.
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ASCA Model & RAMP/POE Member Only Supports
WSCA Members, click on the images below to learn more about two great members’ only exclusive opportunities to get support around the ASCA Model or POE/RAMP applications!
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 Implementation Day 1
- Agenda
- Overview of the ASCA National Model (administrators invited)
- School counseling program assessment
- School counseling program tiers of support
- Data collection plan and school data review/analysis based on academic, attendance, and discipline data
- Annual student outcome goal plan
- Closing-the-gap action plan
- Introduction to the WSCA RAMP portal
- Learning objectives: After attending day 1, counselors should be able to:
- Share the model implementation stage based on school counseling program assessment
- Provide an overview of the ASCA National Model
- Conduct a school data review and analysis based on district’s academic, attendance and discipline data
- Complete and share an annual student outcome goal plan
- Create and begin activities outlined in a closing-the-gap action plan
- Understand how to complete school counselor use of time template
- Navigate to the WSCA RAMP portal
Beginning Implementation Day 2
- Agenda
- Use of time analysis and reflection
- Annual student outcome goal and closing the gap plan progress
- Review data types
- Beliefs, mission, and vision statements
- Lesson plans for closing the gap activities (student standards, learning objectives, high-quality pre/post)
- Annual calendar introduction
- Learning objectives: After attending day 2, counselors should be able to:
- Create beliefs, mission, and vision statements
- Create high quality lesson plans for closing the gap activity using ASCA template
- Select, write and/or adapt student learning objectives and pre/post data collection plan
- Define participation, mindset/behavior, and outcome data and how data is used in counseling programs
- Assess and share annual student outcome goal and closing-the-gap progress
- Analyze weekly time usage
- Begin creating an annual calendar
Beginning Implementation Day 3
- Agenda
- Data collection and analysis
- Results reports (closing the gap & classroom and small group)
- Classroom and group Mindsets & Behaviors action plan
- Annual student outcome goal and closing the gap plan progress
- Annual administrative conference
- Advisory council overview
- WSCPAR (Wisconsin School Counseling Accountability Report) and RAMP overview
- Learning objectives: After attending day 2, counselors should be able to:
- Explain data collection and analysis
- Complete result reports for action plans and understand connection to WSCPAR
- Create a classroom and group Mindsets & Behaviors action plan aligned to annual calendar
- Schedule completion of activities connected to outcome goal/closing gap plan by end of year
- Complete draft annual administrative conference template and share learning from training
| Training Location | Day 1 | Day 2 | Day 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10/06/2025 | 12/04/2025 | 02/19/2026 | |
| Nekoosa | 12/02/2025 | 02/17/2025 | 04/20/2026 |
| Platteville | 12/16/2025 | 02/23/2026 | 04/13/2026 |
| Hayward | TBD | TBD | TBD |
Intermediate Model Implementation
If you have taken the beginning training or have model components in place but don’t feel ready to move into the advanced level, the intermediate training is for you! New this year, an optional 1-day bootcamp will be offered for a fast-paced working session to get you ready to jump into the intermediate level, which will review model concepts, create systems, and reflect on how your counseling program aligns with district drivers.
Intermediate Implementation Day 1
- Agenda
- Annual school counseling program assessment
- Review model components and schedule implementation and delivery timeline
- Annual student outcome goal and closing the gap action plan
- Annual Administrative Conference
- Learning objectives: After attending day 1, counselors should be able to:
- Complete annual program assessment and share model components that are implemented and in progress
- Finalize annual student outcome goal that meets ASCA guidelines
- Review/refine closing the gap and Mindset & Behavior classroom and group action plans
- Write lesson plans that will be used in results reports (classroom or small group)
- Finalize annual calendar that includes action plan activities and interventions
- Communicate yearlong data-driven school counseling program
- Complete annual administrative conference template and schedule meeting with administrator
- Identify potential school counseling advisory council members and create 1st semester agenda
Intermediate Implementation Day 2
- Agenda
- Model implementation progress updates (annual administrative conference, advisory council, action plan implementation, lesson plans, calendar, use of time)
- MTSS (ELMSS) and the school counseling program
- School counseling program and universal screening, needs assessments
- School counseling referral systems
- Data collection plan
- Learning objectives: After attending day 2, counselors should be able to:
- Assess and analyze in progress program implementation and adjust as necessary
- Identify and categorize school counseling program components in MTSS framework
- Explain best practice guidance for universal screening and needs assessments.
- Analyze use of screeners and needs assessments in the school counseling program to determine if adjustments are needed.
- Define and share data utilized for tiered model delivery
- Create and communicate referral system/process for school counseling services
- Create and utilize high quality data collection plan
Intermediate Implementation Day 3
- Agenda
- Model implementation progress updates (annual administrative conference, advisory council, action plan implementation, lesson plans, calendar, use of time)
- K-12 scope and sequence: Mindset & Behavior student standards and ACP
- Reporting program results to stakeholders
- Advocating for program using results reports
- School presentation (goal(s), action plans, result reports)
- School Counselor Competencies and Professional Development Plan
- RAMP/WSCPAR
- Learning objectives: After attending day 2, counselors should be able to:
- Complete K-12 Mindset & Behavior student standards and ACP scope and sequence
- Identify gaps in student standards and create plan to address gaps
- Develop data collection plan to assess student standards
- Identify best practices in reporting program results to stakeholders
- Consider submitting for WSCPAR and/or RAMP
- Locate and utilize school counselor competencies and professional development plan
| Training Location | Day 1 | Day 2 | Day 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Antigo (Optional Bootcamp 10/07/2025) | 10/13/2025 | 01/08/2026 | 04/16/2026 |
| Madison (Optional Bootcamp 10/08/2025) | 12/11/2025 | 02/20/2026 | 04/29/2026 |
| Milwaukee (Optional Bootcamp 11/24/2025) | 01/27/2026 | 03/11/2026 | 04/28/2026 |
| Hudson (Optional Bootcamp TBD) | TBD | TBD | TBD |
Advanced Model Implementation
The advanced model training will provide two days to support school counselors in putting all the comprehensive counseling components together with an emphasis on submitting a WSCPAR or RAMP application.
Advanced Implementation Day 1
Agenda:
- Review RAMP rubric
- Review model components implementation status
- Identify gaps in program
Learning objectives:
- Complete annual program assessment and share model components that are implemented and in progress
- Compare exemplary model program (RAMP) expectations to current counseling program
- Prepare, organize and plan model implementation to meet RAMP requirements
- Identify and document RAMP reflection components
- Enter model components into RAMP portal
Advanced Implementation Day 2
Agenda:
- Review WSCPAR components
- Model implementation progress updates (annual administrative conference, advisory council, action plan implementation, lesson plans, calendar, use of time)
- Review program communication plan
- Review RAMP components for completion
Learning objectives:
- Assess and analyze in progress program implementation and adjust as necessary
- Complete and submit WSCPAR
- Finalize and plan communication around program outcomes
- Complete requirements to submit for RAMP
| Training Location | Day 1 | Day 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Eau Claire | TBD | TBD |
| Madison | TBD | TBD |
| Milwaukee | TBD | TBD |
| Fox Valley | TBD | TBD |
RAMP, POE, WSCPAR CAMP
The final training will provide a one-day RAMP/POE/WSCPAR CAMP to support school counselors in putting all the comprehensive counseling components together.
Ongoing virtual support for WSCA members working through their RAMP/POE/WSCPAR applications is also available through our POE & RAMP Cohort, our School RAMP Coaching, and our WSCPAR Coaching.
Training Overview:
Based on the ASCA National Model, the Recognized ASCA Model Program (RAMP), the Wisconsin Program of Excellence (POE) Recognition, and the WSCA Wisconsin School Counseling Program of Promise (WSCPAR) are recognition programs for individual schools, not districts or school counselors. Applying for RAMP, POE, and/or WSCPAR helps schools evaluate their school counseling program, discover areas for improvement, and enhance the program’s efforts to contribute to student success.
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 components of the RAMP, POE, and WSCPAR application
- Examine their school counseling program to assess if it’s RAMP/POE/WSCPAR-ready
- Communicate the benefits of achieving RAMP/POE/WSCPAR status to the school counseling program, the school and/or district
- Break down the RAMP/POE/WSCPAR application process into manageable pieces
- Explain the scoring rubric and know what the RAMP/POE/WSCPAR reviewers look for in an application.
- Utilize online resources ASCA and WSCA have available for completing the RAMP/POE/WSCPAR application
- Evaluate a sample completed application and recognize how to apply it to your application
| Training Location | Date |
|---|---|
| Appleton | 05/19/2026 |
| Madison | 06/15/2026 |
Standard e & ASCA Model Overview For Administrators (No Cost-Registration Required)
Bring your administrator with you for an overview of the requirements for a comprehensive school counseling program under state law (Standard e) and the ASCA national model.
WSCA will be facilitating these FREE 90-minute morning presentations around the state throughout the year.
To join us for the overview, registration is required. See the full details of each location below and then fill out the brief registration form.
*All dates and locations are subject to registration minimums and may be canceled if those minimums are not met. Notification of cancelations will be posted at least one week in advance.
9:00 – 10:30 am, In-Person
| Training Location | Date |
|---|---|
Milwaukee Madison |
12/15/2025 |
| Whitewater | 01/15/2026 |
| Superior | 01/30/2026 |
| Hudson | 02/27/2026 |
ASCA Model - Version 5 Updates (No Cost-Registration Required)
Join WSCA staff for an overview of the newly released ASCA Model Version 5 and updated Standard e resources.
WSCA will be facilitating these FREE two-hour presentations around the state throughout the year.
To join us for the update sessions, registration is required. See the full details of each location below and then fill out the brief registration form.
*All dates and locations are subject to registration minimums and may be canceled if those minimums are not met. Notification of cancellations will be posted at least one week in advance.
In Person & Virtual WSCPAR Coaching (No Cost-Registration Required)
Learn the ins and outs of applying for the Wisconsin School Counseling Program Accountability Report (WSCPAR) award. Topics will cover tips about the process, Q&A, and application work time. No cost and exclusive to WSCA members.
Registration is required.
In-Person Event Times Are All 12:00 – 3:00 PM
RAMP Coaching (Virtual)
Is your program ready to RAMP? WSCA is now offering a limited number of monthly coaching sessions for a low fee. Compared to other coaching services, it’s a great deal!
Registration is required.
