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Professional School Counselor’s Role

in Plan 2020, the “new” Diploma,

and Career PreparednessCeceilia Mills

Meg Smith

Alabama Department of Education

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2020 Support Systems

All students will attend school daily and be engaged in rigorous and relevant learning environments.

All students will develop a sense of personal and civic responsibility to ensure a learning environment that is safe and civil.

All students will be provided with individual and group counseling services.

All students will enter 9th grade prepared and with a 4-year plan that addresses their individual academic and career interest needs.

All students will be provided with healthy meals, physical education, and health instruction supported with needed medical and related services.

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Each school and system should have a Comprehensive Counseling and Guidance Plan that is modeled after the Alabama State Counseling Plan.

The State Plan is aligned with the Alabama State Board of Education PLAN 2020 and the national ASCA model.

A description of the minimum requirements for School Counseling programs can be found on pgs. 21-23 in the State Plan Handbook.

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ASCA & Alabama Model BenefitsStudents will experience the following:

Clarification of work valuesAssessment of abilities, personality traits and

interestsOccupational/ career information Job hunting skillsGoal setting and decision making skills for

appropriate career pathsOpportunity for integration of academic and

career skills

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HANDBOOK,Pgs. 15-20

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HANDBOOK,Pg. 35

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High School Counselors The high school counseling and guidance program builds on goals from the elementary and middle school. The high school program assists students in applying and enhancing acquired knowledge and understanding as they strive to become responsible adults. Counseling and guidance activities help students develop realistic and fulfilling life plans. Competency in decision making is stressed, career planning is refined, and personal responsibility is emphasized. The high school four-year educational plan and the educational/career planning portfolio, developed in the middle school, move with the student to the high school and are reviewed and updated annually.

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Middle School Counselors

During the middle school grades, counselors’ concerns shift to the changing needs of the young adolescent. Middle school counselors focus on helping students to establish, identify, and balance academic, career, and personal/social goals. Efforts begun in elementary schools are continued and expanded, although an emphasis is placed on the transition into high school. In addition, middle school counselors help students integrate knowledge of their interests, aptitude, and academic skills into the formation of a high school four-year educational plan and educational/career planning portfolio for high school and beyond.

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Elementary Counselors’ Role

At the elementary level, counselors assist students in their efforts to learn the skills and attitudes required for school success.

Elementary school counselors emphasize decision-making skills and early exploration of career and educational goals. These counselors also place strong emphasis on helping students develop self-awareness, self-esteem, and good interpersonal relationships

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Alabama’s 2020 Learners All students perform at or above proficiency

and show continuous improvement (achievement/growth).

All students succeed (gap closure). Every student graduates from high school

(grad rate). Every student graduates high school

prepared (college and career readiness).

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Counselors and Careers

Counselors have a clearly defined role in Career Awareness,

Development, and Planning.a part in helping students discover careers.a part in helping students discover career

interests, aptitudes, and Work Values.

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A Prepared Graduate:

Possesses the knowledge and skills needed to enroll and succeed in credit-bearing, first-year courses at a two- or four-year college, trade school, technical school, without the need for remediation.

Possesses the ability to apply core academic skills to real-world situations through collaboration with peers in problem solving, precision, and punctuality in delivery of a product, and has a desire to be a life-long learner.

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DiplomaAllows the same requirements and diploma for all

students from the state level, including Special EducationLEAs have the option of offering various

endorsements/diplomas

Focus Student’s coursework

Clearly articulated and individualized four-year high school plan

Purpose

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Allow more flexibility for students in pursuing their interests.

Enable more balance through equivalent course offerings, preparing students for entry into college as well as careers.

Options

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ALABAMA HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA

This one approach to the Alabama High School Diploma removes the need for endorsements or the Alabama Occupational Diploma. The focus will be on the coursework taken that necessitates a clearly articulated and individualized four-year high school plan built for each student based on the results from the EXPLORE academic and career interest assessment and middle school coursework.

AREAS OF STUDY REQUIREMENTS CREDITS

English Language ArtsEnglish 9, 10, 11, and 12 or any AP/IB/postsecondary equivalent option of these courses

4

Mathematics

Algebra I, Geometry, and Algebra Ii w/ Trig or Algebra II, or their equivalent.Additional course(s) to complete the four credits in mathematics must be chosen from the Alabama Course of Study: Mathematics or CTE/AP/IB/postsecondary equivalent courses.

4

Science

Biology and a physical science The third and fourth science credits may be used to meet both the science and CTE course requirement and must be chosen from the Alabama Course of Study: Science or CTE/AP/IB/postsecondary equivalent courses

4

Social StudiesWorld History, U.S. History x 2, and Government/Economics or AP/IB/postsecondary equivalent courses.

4

Physical EducationLIFE (Personal Fitness)One JROTC credit may be used to meet this requirement

1

Health Education Alabama Course of Study: Health Education 0.5

Career PreparednessCareer Preparedness Course (Career and Academic Planning, Computer Applications, Financial Literacy)

1

CTE and/or Foreign Language and/or Arts Education

Students choosing CTE, Arts Education, and/or Foreign Language are encouraged to complete two courses in sequence.

3

Electives 2.5Total Credits Required for Graduation 24

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Each student grades 9-12 must have a 4-year plan to guide

and ensure credits for graduation.

Prior to 9th grade, a 4-year plan should be developed using Kuder electronically unless your system is currently using a different program with permission from SDE. (You may want to print out a copy for the student’s permanent record folder.)

This plan should be revisited each year with a parent/guardian. They can be reviewed by the student’s Advisor, Homeroom Teacher, Counselor, or other designated school personnel.

4-Year Education Plans

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New Educational Plan Format

Is electronic. Is available 24/7 to student, parents, and

school personnel. Requires “approval” to be complete. Reflects the courses that a student will have

access to through their high school, Access, Dual Enrollment, a CTE Center, and Articulation.

Reflects the student’s postsecondary options

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Counselors and Careers

Counselors have a clearly defined role in Career

Awareness, Development, and Planning. a part in helping students discover

careers. a part in helping students discover

career interests, aptitudes, and Work Values.

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Bachelor’s degree in education, marketing, communication or related field required

Experience working in industry preferred Pleasing personality; enthusiastic. Positive

attitude, evidence of trustworthiness; knowledge in business and industry; effective human relations skills

Required: ability to pass background check

Career Coaches: Qualifications

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Career Coaches: Duties

Represent the Career Coach Program in local high school and conduct public relations efforts to promote the CTE programs

Provide career development guidance for high school student with emphasis on technical programs

Plan and implement student recruitment activities for technical programs Assist prospective students with career exploration activities and career assessments Assist prospective students with admissions and financial aid and resignation procedures of

college Provide guidance to students regarding career choices Conduct high school classroom presentation promoting college and career programs and

activities Provide prospective student with information regarding the current job market trends in

career choices Schedule and attend college campus tours and industry tours with high school students Coordinate job shadowing opportunities for students Maintain ongoing database of students and classrooms that services are offered Comply with all policies of the LEA and the State Department of Education

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The School’s Role in Academic & Career Planning

Involve students in decision-making by providing individualized guidance, information, and resources on career pathways and opportunities for participating in workplace-learning.

Build student capacity and provide opportunities for students to exercise leadership and civic engagement through Career Technical student organizations and student community service organization.

Create business and industry partnerships and connect to the economic development activities of your community.

Work collaboratively on curriculum across disciplines that is related to the work world.

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Career Preparedness

Components• Academic Planning and Career Development (7)• Financial Literacy Knowledge (9)• Technology Skill Applications (7)

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Website

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Alabama Career Information Network

Professional Development information Career Planning Financial Aid College and University Information Sample 4-year Plans for Alabama students SUCCESS guides for download On The Job videos Alabama Career Planning Network –

Kuder Navigator System (Grades 6 – 12) Electronic portfolio Electronic 4-year Educational Plan Lesson Plans

Cluster Brochures and Posters

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If there is a Problem with :

Registration of a student in Kuder school access codes not knowing what do to next getting summary reports getting individual student reportsContact Kuder Tech Support at:

877-999-6227Or

support@kuder.com

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(Monitoring)

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HANDBOOK,Pg. 67

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SDE Contact:Greg DeJarnett334-353-4448

gregd@alsde.edu

• The goal of PBS is to facilitate the academic achievement and healthy social development of children and youth in a safe environment that is conducive to learning.

• PBS uses proven, effective management methods for students, for those at risk of behavior problems, and for the students in school who are already disruptive and undisciplined.

• This integrated approach has been shown to be effective in research and provides best practices of highly effective teachers and administrators.

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25 Character Traitscourage patriotism

citizenship fairnessrespect honesty

kindness cooperation self-respect

self-control courtesycompassion

tolerance diligence generosity cleanlinesscheerfulness punctuality

school pride patience creativity

loyalty sportsmanship perseverance respect for the environment

A Toolbox of Alabama Counselor ideas is being compiled for SharePoint.

The requirement is for every Alabama student K-12 to receive instruction for a

minimum of 50 minutes weekly.• There is no “adopted” or required

curriculum.

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Julie ChampionNAPPP, CPPE

Certified Trainer/Consultant251-943-1535

jkchamp2@gellsouth.net

Dr. Cindy EricksonNAPPP, CPPE

Certified Trainer/Consultant251-209-1062

drcerickson@gmail.com

Dr. Rachael McDanielNAPPP, CPPE

Certified Trainer/Consultant251-233-7112

rmcdaniel@bcbe.org

• Belongingness to school & community• Enhance personal life skills (listening, supporting, empathizing, encouraging, etc.)• Develop confidence & responsible behaviors• Setting good role models effectively• Peers can have more credibility than adults many times• Connection for at-risk student to share inner fears, depression, suicidal thoughts, etc.• Helping friends to connect with resources• Making a positive impact• Learn about & develop dating & relationship respect• Advocating for positive emotional health and mature behavior

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For Student Success•Link students with an adult

(Usually the homeroom teacher)•Connect students to a goal•Connect students and parents to the school•Create mechanism for parents to become involved•Establish a niche for students•To stay on track with 4-year plans•Efficient staff utilization for annual 4-year plan reviews.

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GuidanceThe help all students receive from parents, teachers, counselors, community membersand others to assist with educational and career development. (Any faculty member)

CounselingThe help some students receive from credentialed professionals to overcomepersonal and social problems that interferewith learning. (School Counselor)

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Each policy should outline a clear understanding & definition of bullying, as well as it’s consequences

Make a strong statement that bullying will not be tolerated Define a procedure for addressing bullying, including reporting

process, form, and response/action Provide information to students and parents about bullying and

cyberbullying. Students should be exposed to:

-bullying and cyberbullying prevention strategies at school, assemblies with speakers, -curriculum and activities to discuss empathy towards one another, -acceptable and unacceptable behavior -appropriate/inappropriate use of computers and

communication devices. Counselors should be involved in the response procedure

Sample form and plan:http://www.alsde.edu/html/sections/

documents.asp?section=70&footer=sections

No student shall engage in or be subjected to harassment, intimidation, violence or threats of violence on school property, on a school bus, or at any school-sponsored function by anyother student in his or her school system. (Section 16-28B-4)

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LAST

CHANCE

to re-direct

a drop out!

Based on Dropout Prevention Law 564(Mandatory attendance until age 17)

Access the document & guidebook:http://www.alsde.edu/html/sections/

documents.asp?section=70&footer=sections

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Request LEA access to STI I-NOW through LEA CoordinatorsAccess the GTS Implementation

Guide:http://www.alsde.edu/html/

sections/documents.asp?

section=70&footer=sections

Free to every LEA through STI

PartnershipBased on the

ABCs of DropoutPrevention,

Robert Balfantz:• Attendance• Behavior• Course Credit

or Grade Attainment

***• Only Early-

warning System for PK-12 in USA

• School principals have access to GTS site and can give access to others.

SDE Contact:

Kay Warfield334-353-

9175kaw@alsde.

edu

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P&SS “Request” ListServ

Global Email addresses -

EdDirTO CHECK YOUR INFORMATION:

Log in to Education Directory

Go to your profile

Ensure that all your information is

correct

If your email address is incorrect,

contact your superintendent to

change/correct it for you.*ONLY superintendents have a passcode to make changes in EdDir.

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The SharePoint counselor networking website is specifically for communicating and working together

Stores a library of taped counselor webinars

Stores a library of counseling documents

Can facilitate electronic teamwork on projects, sharing information, and building on each other's ideas & resources

SharePoint can create discussion boards and surveys

The link for SharePoint:https://connect.alsde.edu/sites/ps/counselors/SitePages/Home.aspx

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• Educate Alabama Formative Assessment – SDE Leadership Section, Chris Wilson

• Understanding Depression and Suicidal Ideation in Adolescents -

Cindy Wiley, Shelby Co. Schools• Counselor Communication through SharePoint

– SDE ISS Section, Melissa Moncrief

• Adolescent Self-Injurious and High-Risk Behaviors –

Dale Wisely, Mountain Brook Schools• Bullying Prevention –

Chris McCauley, David Mathews Center for Civic Life

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COUNSELING CORNER

Share your events: YOUR children, YOUR

activities! Inspiration & motivation

for others to build upon Can include a photo and

50-300 words, Counselor name, System name, School name, date

Send emails to: ednotes@alsde.edu

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SDE memosare now accessibleon the ALSDE website

www.alsde.edu ALSDE Memorandums

Memoranda Center

Ceceilia Mills

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Meg Smith

Comprehensive Guidance and CounselingPrevention and Support Services

334-353-5764 Telephonecmills@alsde.edu

Program and Student Support ServicesCareer and Technical Education

334-353-0777 Telephonemsmith@alsde.edu

Thanks for listening & thinking.

It’s been a privilege.