2023-2024 WSCPAR
The WSCPAR, application, and all supporting materials must be submitted via the online application form by
Monday, November 25, 2024
Why WSCPAR?
For over 15 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
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. Applicants are strongly encouraged to review the WSCPAR handbook!
The WSCPAR, application, and all supporting materials must be submitted via the online application form by Monday, November 24, 2024. 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 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.
The WSCPAR application and all supporting materials must be submitted via the online application form by Monday, November 25, 2024. 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.
- How does the data you shared in your WSCPAR show how your counseling program addressed equity and/or 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
- WSCPAR Document (2023-2024 school year results)
- Completed Annual Student Outcome Goal & Closing the Gap Plan for the 2024-2025 school year
- Completed and Signed Annual Administrative Conference Form (for the 2024-2025 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 Administrative Conference in 2023-24? YES, you can! The Annual Administrative Conference is for the 2024-2025 school year.
Additional WSCPAR Application Notes:
The WSCPAR is a public document and should not have typographical, grammatical, or mechanical errors. In addition, WSCPAR documents are a formal document and should be written in third person, not first person (i.e., “The school counselor taught three lessons…” not “I taught three lessons…”).
Applicants are encouraged to use the WSCPAR templates provided on the WSCA website. If you choose not to use the templates provided, note the following requirements:
- Only WSCPAR’s with size 10 or 12 fonts will be considered for an award. An 8-point font is acceptable for your graphs and standards. Arial or Times New Roman font is recommended.
- 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.
- Each acronym needs to be spelled out the first time it appears in the document.
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!
Please note the following documents must 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
- WSCPAR Document: 2023-2024 school year data (create your own or use template below)
- The WSCPAR document must fit (back and front) on one 8 ½” x 11” sheet of paper.
- WSCPAR Template
- WSCPAR Example
- One completed Annual Student Outcome Goal & Closing the Gap Plan for the 2024-2025 school year
- Completed and Signed Annual Administrative Conference Form (for the 2024-2025 school year)
Contact WSCA with any questions about the WSCPAR at data@wscaweb.org.
Online Application Deadline Monday, November 25, 2024
WSCPAR Handbook
2023-2024 School Year Results
The WSCPAR process is non-competitive; every school that meets the demands of the rubric will receive an award.
WSCA provides extensive technical assistance, coaching and consultation:
Regional WSCPAR Workshops: Bring your application and WSCPAR to this three hour in-person workshop for coaching and support to submit in November! This is provided at no cost as a member benefit, however, registration is required. You can sign up here https://www.wscaweb.org/asca-model-training-2024-2025/wscpar-support-workshop/
Green Bay 10/14/2025
Madison 10/18/2025
Wausau 10/21/2025
Eau Claire 10/22/2025
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:
Wednesday, October 30, 4:00-5:00 (registration link)
Wednesday, November 13, 6:00-7:00 (registration link)
Monday, November 18, 4:30-5:30 (registration link)
Assistance at Conference: Bring your WSCPAR and data to the WSCA Conference in the Wisconsin Dells! WSCPAR consultation will be available.
ASCA Model Mondays: Join WSCA leaders with your cup of java to talk about any and all things related to ASCA model implementation! If you are just beginning a model program or at the point of applying for RAMP, all levels are welcome, this is your space to talk and collaborate. This drop in virtual monthly support is from 8:30-9:30 on the following Mondays: 10/28/2024, 11/25/2024, 12/16/2024, 01/27/2025, 02/24/2025, 03/24/2025, 04/28/2025, and 05/19/2025. This is provided at no cost as a member benefit, however, registration is required. You can sign up by clicking here.
On demand quick tip videos and webinars: The WSCA on-demand learning archive has a plethora of content regarding the WSCPAR preparation process. Be sure to click to the “Ethics/Leadership/Advocacy” section to see all that is available.
Virtual Coaching and Consultation: WSCA members always have access to our consultation request form, where you can submit requests to speak with a WSCA leader privately 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, Cindy Bourget at data@wscaewb.org.
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Cindy Bourget, Data & WSCPAR Director
