2025-2026 WSCPAR
The WSCPAR, application, and all supporting materials must be submitted via the online application form by
Monday, November 23, 2026
Why WSCPAR?
For almost 20 years, the Wisconsin School Counseling Program Accountability Report (WSCPAR) has been a continuous improvement document that provides school counselors with the opportunity to demonstrate a commitment to getting results and communicate how students are different due to the school counseling program at their school. The WSCPAR was created and maintained by the Wisconsin School Counselor Association (WSCA).
The WSCPAR is useful for counselors to:
- Provide concise documentation of effective school counseling interventions
- Reflect on the outcomes of action plans and assess the current school counseling program to improve, modify, or change services to students
- Share data to foster relationships with administrators, staff, parents and the community
- Demonstrate impact on closing achievement and opportunity gaps
- Advocate for programs that close gaps
- Demonstrates alignment with the American School Counselor Association (ASCA) National Model
WSCPAR Application Information
There are changes to the WSCPAR template and rubric for the November 2026 submissions.
Make sure to closely review the handbook and rubric before you begin working on your WSCPAR document.
If you wish to submit a WSCPAR to the Wisconsin School Counselor Association WSCPAR committee for professional review and award recognition, please follow the directions and requirements delineated in this year’s WSCPAR Online Application (application not yet live). Applicants are strongly encouraged to review the WSCPAR handbook, note there have been some changes for the November 2026 submissions, so it is important to read through the entire handbook!
The WSCPAR, application, and all supporting materials must be submitted via the online application form by Monday, November 23, 2026. Note that your entire application must be submitted at the same time and cannot be saved before submission. Make sure you have all your application components completed before starting the online application. We encourage you to seek WSCPAR editorial assistance; it is always helpful to have someone read your WSCPAR to ensure clarity of content.
If you have extenuating circumstances impacting your WSCPAR submission, please contact us!
Timelines & Communications
- November 23, 2026: Applications Due
- November 30-December 7, 2026: WSCPAR Review Committee Scoring
- December 10, 2026: WSCPAR Resubmission Notifications Sent
- January 4, 2027: Resubmissions Due
- January 5, 2027: WSCPAR Review Committee Scores Resubmissions
- January 8, 2027: WSCPAR Program of Promise Status Emailed
You will be notified via email before January 8, 2027, regarding the final status of your WSCPAR Program of Promise application. If your program receives the PoP recognition, WSCA will send a press release with the announcement on the same day you are notified, to the school administration, local newspapers, and elected state legislators. An email will be sent to the “Individual Completing Application” when the online application is submitted.
PoP winners are strongly encouraged to attend the WSCA Virtual Day on the Hill event on Tuesday, February 2, 2027, to share their WSCPAR and the impact their school counseling program has on students.
PoP winners will be acknowledged in a virtual presentation at the WSCA National School Counseling Week Breakfast on February 5, 2027, as well as at the 2027 WSCA Conference.
Any questions about the WSCPAR should be sent to data@wscaweb.org.
The WSCPAR application and all supporting materials must be submitted via the online application form by Monday, November 23, 2026. Note that your entire application and related document uploads must be submitted at the same time and cannot be saved before submission. Make sure you have all your application components completed before starting the online application.
Please follow the directions and requirements delineated in this year’s WSCPAR Online Application. Applicants are strongly encouraged to review the WSCPAR handbook. The WSCPAR Application Checklist will assist you in organizing your application materials.
The following information will be entered into the online application.
- School and Counselor Contact Information
- Elected Official Names
- Local Newspaper & Contact Information
- Counselor Reflection Statements:
- Explain the process you or your team engaged in to complete the WSCPAR and a distribution plan for your document.
- What implications did you or your team consider after reviewing the results from your program or interventions?
- How does the data you shared in your WSCPAR show how your counseling program addressed opportunity gaps for students?
- How did your counseling program take into consideration systemic issues that were impacting students?
The following documents must also be uploaded with your online WSCPAR application:
- Application Signature Page (All signatures required to be considered for Program of Promise recognition)
- Completed WSCPAR Self Score Rubric
- Please share the link to the completed Google Sheet or upload an Excel file, not PDFs or scans. WSCA will make a copy of your self-score for the reviewers to score and share back with you.
- WSCPAR Document (2025-2026 school year results)
- The WSCPAR document must fit (back and front) on one 8 ½” x 11” sheet of paper.
- Note changes to the results report section: student impact has been removed, and indirect services have been added
- Closely review the formatting requirements in the handbook on pages 3 and 13.
- WSCPAR Template Google Doc , Google Slides, or Canva
- WSCPAR Example
- Completed Student Gap Goal Plan for the 2026-2027 school year
- Completed and Signed Annual Administrator Conference Form for the 2026-2027 school year
- There is not an expectation that all the program components will be completed at the time of application submission. Note components not yet in place on the completed form.
- FAQ: Can I submit if I didn’t complete an Annual Administrator Conference in 2025-26? YES, you can! The Annual Administrator Conference is for the 2026-2027 school year.
We encourage you to find WSCPAR editorial assistance, it is always helpful to have someone read your WSCPAR for clarity of content. If you have extenuating circumstances impacting your WSCPAR submission, please contact us!
Any questions about the WSCPAR should be sent to data@wscaweb.org.
Applicants are strongly encouraged to review the WSCPAR handbook to ensure they are meeting the rubric requirements!
Please note the following documents must be uploaded with your online WSCPAR application:
- Application Signature Page
- Completed WSCPAR Self Score Rubric: Google Sheet or Excel
- WSCPAR Document: 2025-2026 school year data (create your own or use a template below)
- WSCA Template: Google Doc, Google Slides, or Canva
- WSCPAR Example
- One completed Student Gap Goal Plan for the 2026-2027 school year
- Completed and Signed Annual Administrator Conference Form for the 2026-2027 school year
Contact WSCA with any questions about the WSCPAR at data@wscaweb.org.
Online Application Deadline Monday, November 23, 2026
WSCA is committed to providing support and resources to school counselors so they can confidently and effectively complete a WSCPAR. You will find answers to many of your questions about the WSCPAR in the WSCPAR handbook below.
Applicants are strongly encouraged to review the updated handbook, as there have been changes that impact the WSCPCAR rubric.
Please also note the resources available through our technical assistance page and contact us with any questions you may have at data@wscaweb.org.
Virtual “Drop in” WSCPAR Consultation: Looking for information or have questions about the WSCPAR. Join us during these virtual drop in sessions that are available to all counselors at no cost. Registration is required.
Friday, September 11, 9:00-10:30 am, Registration Link
Tuesday, September 15, 3:30-4:30 pm, Registration Link
Friday, October 2, 9:00-10:30 am, Registration Link
Monday, October 5, 3:30-4:30 pm, Registration Link
Tuesday, October 20, 3:30-4:30 pm, Registration Link
Thursday, October 22, 12:00-1:00 pm, Registration Link
Tuesday, November 10, 12:00-1:00 pm, Registration Link
Friday, November 13, 9:00-10:30 am, Registration Link
Assistance at Conference: Bring your WSCPAR and data to the WSCA Conference in the Wisconsin Dells! WSCPAR consultation will be available.
Tuesday Toolbox: All Things ASCA Model: No matter where you are in your model implementation journey, drop in at any of the monthly virtual Tuesday Toolbox: All Things ASCA Model on the 3rd Tuesday of every month from 3:30-4:30. While we have a topic for each month, we will be happy to answer any questions you have.
This drop in virtual monthly support is a member benefit and complimentary with an active membership, however, registration is required.
- 3rd TUESDAY OF THE MONTH: 3:30-4:30 PM
- September 15 – Gap Goal Plan
- October 20 – Annual Administrator Conference
- November 17 – Use of Time
- December 15 – Small Group Plan
- January 19 – Student Standards Delivery Plan
- February 16 – Lesson Plans
- March 16 – Data Reports
- April 20 – WSCPAR & Program Assessment
On demand quick tip videos and webinars: The WSCA on-demand learning archive has a plethora of content regarding the WSCPAR preparation process.
Virtual Coaching and Consultation: WSCA members always have access to our consultation request form, where you can submit a request to speak privately with a WSCA leader to discuss your questions regarding WSCPAR and data. Consultations are provided at no cost to WSCA members.
WSCA ASCA Model Training: Trainings are scheduled throughout the state. One day, WSCPAR and RAMP camps are available to provide support in completing the application.
Keep checking back for more details about all the ways to get support in completing the WSCPAR. If you have any questions or concerns about the WSCPAR, please feel free to contact the WSCPAR Director, Jennifer Reuchlen at data@wscaewb.org.Learn how to create charts using Google Sheets.
ASCA has created a data classification guide for common types of data counselors use in their counseling programs.
WSCA Document Requirements
The WSCPAR is a public, formal document and must be free of typographical, grammatical, and mechanical errors. PoP Award winners will have their WSCPAR shared with state elected officials, so readability is essential.
All narratives should be written in third person (e.g., “The school counselor taught three lessons…” instead of “I taught three lessons…”).
To maintain a professional appearance, avoid decorative fonts; they can be difficult to read, distract from your message, and appear unprofessional in award settings. Readable fonts such as Arial, Times New Roman, and Georgia are required because they provide consistent letter spacing and shape, remain legible at smaller sizes, work well in both print and digital formats, and keep the focus on your content rather than font style.
For maximum clarity, the Results Report and Goals sections must have a white background, which improves readability in both print and digital formats.
Applicants are encouraged to use the WSCPAR templates provided on the WSCA website. If you choose not to use the templates provided, closely review pages 3 and 13 of the handbook in addition to noting the following:
- WSCPAR document must fit (back and front) on one 8 ½” x 11” sheet of paper
- The text portion of your WSCPAR results and goals must be presented on a white background with dark text (preferably black) for readability
- Required fonts: Arial, Times New Roman, or Georgia. Documents submitted with different fonts will not be scored
- Only WSCPARs with size 10 or 12 fonts will be considered for an award. An 8-point font is acceptable for your graphs as long as it is legible
- Be careful that font size may shrink when adjusting the size of your graph!
- Please make sure that your text is legible for all graphs and narrative sections of the WSCPAR
- All components and prompts in the WSCPAR template must be used in the WSCPAR. Note the changes for this year!
- Avoid the WSCPAR header looking cluttered. Review the template as an example on how to format the header.
- Each acronym must be spelled out the first time it appears in the document
- You must have a minimum of 0.3 margin for your entire document in order to print without shrinking.
Your WSCPARs are printed and shared with elected officials, it is imperative that they are professional and readable. We encourage you to find WSCPAR editorial assistance; it is always helpful to have someone read your WSCPAR for clarity of content.
