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Comprehensive School Counseling Curriculum Page 1
Wethersfield Public Schools
Course Outline
Course Name: Comprehensive School Counseling Curriculum
Department: School Counseling
Grade(s): 6-12
Revised/Approval Date: Revised: October 5, 2012,
Approved by Administrative Team November 28, 2012
Approved Student Programs & Services Committee December 13, 2012
Approved Board of Education January 8, 2013
Authors/Contributors: Aaron Alder
Cynthia Bryan
Sara Coffey
Matthew DeGuire
Jennifer Lindsay
Judith Rodd
Deborah Schwager
Sheila Sollinger
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Overarching Skills
Through the delivery of the Comprehensive School Counseling Curriculum, students will acquire critical
skills in the academic, career, and personal/social domains. Students will develop 21st Century skills in
the areas of critical thinking, creativity, self-direction, leadership, and essential professional skills.
Students will be supported in becoming lifelong learners in a global society and successful in their
endeavors. The Comprehensive School counseling Curriculum includes the following:
Although there will always be students who need the attention of the school counselor
because of their special needs or circumstances, the comprehensive program is directed to
all students.
Based on developmental stages, skills and learning conditions, the comprehensive school
counseling program is a planned effort to provide each student with a set of skills and
experiences that enhance all learning.
Based on experiences with students at different ages and grade levels, selected units and
topics are presented to students. Flexibility is also important so that school counseling
program lessons can accommodate students’ readiness as well as address new concerns.
The comprehensive program is not a separate or isolated part of the educational program. It
is integral to the total school program.
Although school counselors are responsible for organizing and planning a comprehensive
school counseling program the cooperation and support of teachers and administrators is
essential to the success of the program.
All goals and objectives have an educational base and school counseling services are related to helping
students get the most out of school (Comprehensive School Counseling; State of Connecticut Board of
Education, 2008).
Title: Grade 6-12 Comprehensive School Counseling
Enduring Understandings Essential Questions
Learners will demonstrate the ability to
perform successfully in school and in the
broader community.
Learners will prepare themselves
academically to choose from a range of
choices following graduation.
Learners will demonstrate an
understanding of the influence of
academics to their many life roles.
Learners will demonstrate the skills to
make career choices in relation to
knowledge of self and knowledge of the
world of work.
What skills, knowledge and attitudes are
needed to be an effective learner in school
and across the life span?
What rigorous academic preparation is
required to allow students to choose from a
wide range of substantial postsecondary
options, including college?
What is the relationship between student
engagement in academics to the world of
work and to life at home and in the
community?
What skills are needed to investigate the
world of work?
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Learners will apply strategies to achieve
future career success and satisfaction.
Learners will demonstrate knowledge of
the factors involved in career decision
making.
Learners will acquire the attitudes,
knowledge and interpersonal skills to help
them understand and respect self and
others.
Learners will demonstrate the ability to
make decisions, set goals, and to take
necessary action to achieve the goals.
Learners will demonstrate the proper
application of safety and survival skills to
their personal and physical well-being.
What skills are needed to achieve future
career success and satisfaction?
What is the relationship between personal
qualities, education and training and the
world of work?
What is needed to understand and respect
self and others?
What are the necessary steps for decision
making and goal attainment?
What are safety and survival skills for
students?
Objectives (skills) (Show link to standards in parenthesis after objective) The student will:
Per individual units
Instructional Support Materials
Classroom Space
Computer Labs/I Pads
Internet Access
Naviance
PowerSchool
Suggested Instructional Strategies
Classroom Lessons
Individual Consultations
Evening Events
Parent Communications
Community Service Learning and Partnerships
Safe School Climate Initiatives
Suggested Assessment Methods
Data Teams
Surveys
Naviance Reports
Teacher Observations
Student Self-Reflections
Parent Feedback and Communications
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Unit: Grade 6 School Counseling Curriculum: Social, Emotional, and Physical Development
Time Frame: Grade 6
Length of Unit: School year
Enduring Understandings Essential Questions
Self-assessment of personal skills and
interests prepares students to make
appropriate postsecondary school plans.
Effective decision-making and goal setting
skills are necessary to achieve personal
success.
What strengths and values contribute to
personal and academic achievement?
What skills and experiences are needed to
achieve future career success and
satisfaction?
Objectives (knowledge and skills) (Show link to standards in parenthesis after objective) The student will:
6.1. Demonstrate an understanding of the steps in the decision making process (P/S8.5-6.1)
6.2. Demonstrate effective ways to deal with peer pressure (P/S9.5-6.4)
6.3. Demonstrate how to apply conflict resolution skills (P/S9.5-6.7)
Instructional Support Materials
Peer mediation steps and protocol
Suggested Instructional Strategies
Peer mediation
Cross grade level partnership
Suggested Assessment Methods (Include use of school-wide analytic and course specific rubrics)
Student self-reflection
Parent feedback and communication
Teacher observations
Survey results (parents & students)
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Unit: Grade 6 School Counseling Curriculum: Academic Development
Time Frame: Grade 6
Length of Unit: School year
Enduring Understandings Essential Questions
Educational planning impacts
postsecondary academic and career
opportunities.
Educational performance correlates with
future life and career options.
What program of studies will best prepare
a student for their chosen career path?
What skills, knowledge, and attitudes are
needed to be an effective learner in school
and across the lifespan?
Objectives (knowledge and skills) (Show link to standards in parenthesis after objective) The student will:
6.1. Develop a plan for completing homework assignments (A2.4.5-6.1)
6.2. Analyze the relationship between academic performance to future educational choices. (A2.5-6.2) 6.3. Discuss strategies for meeting the challenges of the middle school environment.( A2.5-6.7)
Instructional Support Materials
Agenda Books
Plans for Homework Support Clubs (plans differ based on individual schools)
Pine Lake Challenge Program
“It’s My Buiness” Junior Achievement Plan
Suggested Instructional Strategies
Homework strategies and agenda book as presented throughout the year in grade 6 curriculum
(cross discipline)
Participaion in Homework Support Club
Participation in “It’s my Business”
Pine Lake Challenge
Visit to Silas Deane Middle School with classroom discussion
Suggested Assessment Methods (Include use of school-wide analytic and course specific rubrics)
Student self-reflection
Parent feedback and communication
Teacher observations
Survey results (parents & students)
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Unit: Grade 6 School Counseling Curriculum: Career Development
Time Frame: Grade 6
Length of Unit: School year
Enduring Understandings Essential Questions
Career choices are influenced by academic
planning and personal relationships and
circumstances.
Effective research leads to informed action
plans and appropriate goal setting.
What is the relationship between personal
influences, education and training, and the
world of work?
How does the use of technology aid in the
exploration of careers and postsecondary
institutions?
Objectives (knowledge and skills) (Show link to standards in parenthesis after objective) The student will:
6.1. Demonstrate knowledge of interests, skills and aptitudes. (C6.5-6.7)
Instructional Support Materials
6th Grade Interest Inventory
“It’s My Buiness” Junior Achievement Plan
Suggested Instructional Strategies
6th Grade Interest Inventory
Participation in “It’s my Business”
Suggested Assessment Methods (Include use of school-wide analytic and course specific rubrics)
Student self-reflection
Parent feedback and communication
Teacher observations
Survey results (parents & students)
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Unit: Grade 7 School Counseling Curriculum: Social, Emotional, and Physical Development
Time Frame: Grade 7
Length of Unit: School Year
Enduring Understandings Essential Questions
Self-assessment of personal skills and
interests prepares students to make
appropriate postsecondary school plans.
Effective decision-making and goal setting
skills are necessary to achieve personal
success.
What strengths and values contribute to
personal and academic achievement?
What skills and experiences are needed to
achieve future career success and
satisfaction?
Objectives (knowledge and skills) (Show link to standards in parenthesis after objective) The student will:
7.1. Investigate ways to volunteer to and/or help others in the school or the community (P/S7.7-8.5)
7.2. Demonstrate effective decision making skills that lead to positive interpersonal relationships and
socialization (P/S7.7-8.7)
7.3. Set a short and long term goal (P/S8.7-8.1)
7.4. Identify referral options for self and others in need. (P/S 9.7-8.3)
Instructional Support Materials
Goal Setting Survey (Naviance/Family Connection)
7th Grade Interview Survey (Naviance/Family Connection)
Developmental Guidance Bullying Curriculum (SecondStep)
“Kids Health” (Naviance/Family Connection)
RTC (Responsible Thinking Classroom) Behavior Plan
Suggested Instructional Strategies
Schoolwide and Team Based Community Service Project
7th Grade Individual Interview
Developmental Guidance Classroom Lesson : Decision Making Skills and Positive Interpersonal
Relationships
Responsible Thinking Classroom
Safe School Climate Assembly
Decision Making Skills Lessons (Health Curriculum)
Suggested Assessment Methods (Include use of school-wide analytic and course specific rubrics)
Student self-reflection
Parent feedback and communication
Teacher observations
Survey results (parents & students)
Naviance reports
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Unit: Grade 7 School Counseling Curriculum: Academic Development
Time Frame: Grade 7
Length of Unit: School Year
Enduring Understandings Essential Questions
Educational planning impacts
postsecondary academic and career
opportunities.
Educational performance correlates with
future life and career options.
What program of studies will best prepare
a student for their chosen career path?
What skills, knowledge, and attitudes are
needed to be an effective learner in school
and across the lifespan?
Objectives (knowledge and skills) (Show link to standards in parenthesis after objective) The student will:
7.1. Explore short and long-term goal setting and attainment plan (A2.7-8.5)
7.2. Describe the benefits of completing high school and education beyond graduation (A3.7-8.2)
7.3. Elect to participate in school and community activities that match goals and future interests (A3.7-
8.1)
7.4. Identify ways decisions about education and work relate to other major life decisions (A2.7-8.2)
Instructional Support Materials
Goal Setting Survey (Naviance/Family Connection)
7th Grade Interview Survey (Naviance/Family Connection)
Career Key Survey (Naviance/Family Connection)
Career Cluster Finder (Naviance/Family Connection)
Suggested Instructional Strategies
Classroom Lesson: Explore Careers and Career Clusters
Holland Interest Inventory
Individual Student-Counselor Meetings and Student Interview
Suggested Assessment Methods (Include use of school-wide analytic and course specific rubrics)
Student self-reflection
Parent feedback and communication
Teacher observations
Survey results (parents & students)
Naviance reports
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Unit: Grade 7 School Counseling Curriculum: Career Development
Time Frame: Grade 7
Length of Unit: School Year
Enduring Understandings Essential Questions
Career choices are influenced by academic
planning and personal relationships and
circumstances.
Effective research leads to informed action
plans and appropriate goal setting.
What is the relationship between personal
influences, education and training, and the
world of work?
How does the use of technology aid in the
exploration of careers and postsecondary
institutions?
Objectives (knowledge and skills) (Show link to standards in parenthesis after objective) The student will:
7.1. Take a career interest inventory. (C4.7-8.1)
7.2. Demonstrate knowledge of how careers/jobs are classified. (C4.7-8.2)
7.3. Research a number of career options based on a career interest survey. (C4.7-8.3)
7.4. Demonstrate knowledge of academic and vocational programs offered in the high school. (C5.7-8.3)
7.5. Demonstrate awareness of the education and training needed to achieve career goals. (C5.7-8.6)
7.6. Match personal interests and abilities to career pathways. (C6.7-8.3)
Instructional Support Materials
Goal Setting Survey (Naviance/Family Connection)
7th Grade Interview Survey (Naviance/Family Connection)
Career Key Survey (Naviance/Family Connection)
Career Cluster Finder (Naviance/Family Connection)
College Search (Naviance/Family Connection)
Suggested Instructional Strategies
High School Informational Session with key speakers from local vocational and magnet schools.
Naviance Classroom Lessons
Holland Interest Inventory
Individual Student-Counselor Meetings and Student Interview
Suggested Assessment Methods (Include use of school-wide analytic and course specific rubrics)
Student self-reflection
Parent feedback and communication
Teacher observations
Survey results (parents & students)
Naviance reports
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Unit: Grade 8 School Counseling Curriculum: Social, Emotional, and Physical Development
Time Frame: Grade 8
Length of Unit: School Year
Enduring Understandings Essential Questions
Self-assessment of personal skills and
interests prepares students to make
appropriate postsecondary school plans.
Effective decision-making and goal setting
skills are necessary to achieve personal
success.
What strengths and values contribute to
personal and academic achievement?
What skills and experiences are needed to
achieve future career success and
satisfaction?
Objectives (knowledge and skills) (Show link to standards in parenthesis after objective) The student will:
8.1. Investigate ways to volunteer to and/or help others in the school or the community. (P/S 7.7-8.5)
8.2. Evaluate progress of personal and social growth during middle school. (P/S 7.7-8.7)
8.3. Use conflict resolution skills to resolve issues. (P/S 9.7-8.2)
8.4. Demonstrate responsible behavior in the school community. (P/S 9.7-8.4)
Instructional Support Materials
8th Grade Transition Survey (Naviance/Family Connection)
RTC (Responsible Thinking Classroom) Behavior Plan
Goal Setting (Naviance/Family Connection)
Suggested Instructional Strategies
Schoolwide and Team Based Community Service Project
Individual Student-Counselor Meetings and Student Interview
Responsible Thinking Classroom
Safe School Climate Assembly
Conflict Resolution Lessons (Health Curiculum)
Suggested Assessment Methods (Include use of school-wide analytic and course specific rubrics)
Student self-reflection
Parent feedback and communication
Teacher observations
Survey results (parents & students)
Naviance reports
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Unit: Grade 8 School Counseling Curriculum: Academic Development
Time Frame: Grade 8
Length of Unit: School Year
Enduring Understandings Essential Questions
Educational planning impacts
postsecondary academic and career
opportunities.
Educational performance correlates with
future life and career options.
What program of studies will best prepare
a student for their chosen career path?
What skills, knowledge, and attitudes are
needed to be an effective learner in school
and across the lifespan?
Objectives (knowledge and skills) (Show link to standards in parenthesis after objective) The student will:
8.1. Explore short and long-term goal setting and attainment plan. (A2.7-8.5)
8.2. Demonstate understanding of strengths and weaknesses in developing a high school plan of study.
(A1.7-8.6)
8.3. Select high school courses that reflect abilities, goals and graduation requirements. (A2.7-8.7)
8.4. Elect to participate in school and community activities that match goals and future interests. (A3.7-
8.1)
8.5. Describe the benefits of completing high school and education beyond graduation. (A3.7-8.2)
Instructional Support Materials
8th Grade Interview Survey (Naviance/Family Connection)
“Game Plan” Survey (Naviance/Family Connection)
8th Grade Transition Survey (Naviance/Family Connection)
“Life at Wethersfield High School” (Powerpoint Presentation)
“Cluster Finder” (Naviance/Family Connection)
Suggested Instructional Strategies
Individual Student-Counselor Meetings and Student Interviews
BRIDGE Small Group High School Transition Meetings
High School Course Selection Meetings
8th Grade Wethersfield High School Informational Assembly
High School Choice Informational Sessions (SDMS Bulletin, Newsletters, Interviews)
Naviance Classroom lessons
Suggested Assessment Methods (Include use of school-wide analytic and course specific rubrics)
Student self-reflection
Parent feedback and communication
Teacher observations
Survey results (parents & students)
Naviance reports
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Unit: Grade 8 School Counseling Curriculum: Career Development
Time Frame: Grade 8
Length of Unit: School Year
Enduring Understandings Essential Questions
Career choices are influenced by academic
planning and personal relationships and
circumstances.
Effective research leads to informed action
plans and appropriate goal setting.
What is the relationship between personal
influences, education and training, and the
world of work?
How does the use of technology aid in the
exploration of careers and postsecondary
institutions?
Objectives (knowledge and skills) (Show link to standards in parenthesis after objective) The student will:
8.1. Study post-secondary education requirements of a selected number of career fields. (C4.7-8.6)
8.2. Describe the relationship between career interests, high school course selection and postsecondary
education options. (C4.7-8.7)
8.3. Explore high school opportunities for future career exploration. (C5.7-8.1)
8.4. Choose seconday courses that support their interests, abilities, and future goals for education,
training, or work. (C5.7-8.5)
8.5. Describe how interests and skills relate to the selection of high school couses. (C6.7-8.2)
8.6. Identify career information resources. (C6.7-8.5)
Instructional Support Materials
Goal Setting Survey (Naviance/Family Connection)
8th Grade Interview Survey (Naviance/Family Connection)
Career Key Survey (Naviance/Family Connection)
Career Cluster Finder (Naviance/Family Connection)
College Search (Naviance/Family Connection)
Wethersfield High School Course Selection Sheet
Wethersfield High School Course Catalogue
Powerpoint Presentation
Suggested Instructional Strategies
High School Informational Session with key speakers from local vocational and magnet schools.
Naviance Classroom Lessons
Holland Interest Inventory
Individual Student-Counselor Meetings and Student Interview
BRIDGE Small Group High School Transition Meetings
High School Course Selection Meetings
8th Grade Wethersfield High School Informational Assembly
High School Choice Informational Sessions (SDMS Bulletin, Newsletters, Interviews)
Suggested Assessment Methods (Include use of school-wide analytic and course specific rubrics)
Student self-reflection
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Parent feedback and communication
Teacher observations
Survey results (parents & students)
Naviance reports
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Unit: Grade 9 School Counseling Curriculum: Social, Emotional, and Physical Development
Time Frame: Grade 9
Length of Unit: School Year
Enduring Understandings Essential Questions
Self-assessment of personal skills and
interests prepares students to make
appropriate postsecondary school plans.
Effective decision-making and goal setting
skills are necessary to achieve personal
success.
What strengths and values contribute to
personal and academic achievement?
What skills and experiences are needed to
achieve future career success and
satisfaction?
Objectives (knowledge and skills) (Show link to standards in parenthesis after objective) The student will:
9.1. Identify personal strengths and assets. (P/S7.9-10.8)
9.2. Idenify changing personal and social roles. (P/S7-10.6)
9.3. Recognize the impact of change and transition on their personal development. (P/7.9-10.1)
9.4. Apply effective problem solving and decision making skills to make safe and healthy choices. (P/S
9.9-10.6)
Instructional Support Materials
Resume/”Game Plan” (Naviance/Family Connection)
Grade 9 Survey (Naviance/Family Connection)
Suggested Instructional Strategies
School counseling classroom lessons
Freshmen Interviews
Freshmen Parents’ Night
Suggested Assessment Methods (Include use of school-wide analytic and course specific rubrics)
Student self-reflection
Parent feedback and communication
Teacher observations
Survey results (parents & students)
Naviance reports
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Unit: Grade 9 School Counseling Curriculum: Academic Development
Time Frame: Grade 9
Length of Unit: School Year
Enduring Understandings Essential Questions
Educational planning impacts
postsecondary academic and career
opportunities.
Educational performance correlates with
future life and career options.
What program of studies will best prepare
a student for their chosen career path?
What skills, knowledge, and attitudes are
needed to be an effective learner in school
and across the lifespan?
Objectives (knowledge and skills) (Show link to standards in parenthesis after objective) The student will:
9.1. Identify attitudes and behaviors that contribute to successful acedemic performance. (A1.9-10.3)
9.2. Use assessment results in educational planning. (A2.9-10.5)
9.3. Apply study skills necessary for academic success. (0A2.9-10.2)
9.4. Set academic, career and personal goals and develop a four year plan. (A1.9-10.5)
Instructional Support Materials
Resume/”Game Plan” (Naviance/Family Connection)
Learning Style Inventory (Naviance/Family Connection)
Grade 9 Survey (Naviance/Family Connection)
Suggested Instructional Strategies
Course Selection
Freshmen Interviews
Freshmen Parents’ Night
Suggested Assessment Methods (Include use of school-wide analytic and course specific rubrics)
Student self-reflection
Parent feedback and communication
Teacher observations
Survey results (parents & students)
Naviance reports
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Unit: Grade 9 School Counseling Curriculum: Career Development
Time Frame: Grade 9
Length of Unit: School Year
Enduring Understandings Essential Questions
Career choices are influenced by academic
planning and personal relationships and
circumstances.
Effective research leads to informed action
plans and appropriate goal setting.
What is the relationship between personal
influences, education and training, and the
world of work?
How does the use of technology aid in the
exploration of careers and postsecondary
institutions?
Objectives (knowledge and skills) (Show link to standards in parenthesis after objective) The student will:
9.1. Learn the importance of early academic planning to prepare for further educational goals. (C.4.9-
10.3)
9.2. Pursue hobbies and extracurricular interests. (C.4.9-10.7)
9.3. Identify the requirements for post secondary education programs of interest. (C.6.9-10.4)
9.4 Assess and modify academic programming in order to support careergoals. (C.5.9-10.4)
Instructional Support Materials
Resume/”Game Plan” (Naviance/Family Connection)
Learning Style Inventory (Naviance/Family Connection)
Grade 9 Survey (Naviance/Family Connection)
Suggested Instructional Strategies
Course Selection
Freshmen Interviews
Freshmen Parents’ Night
Suggested Assessment Methods (Include use of school-wide analytic and course specific rubrics)
Student self-reflection
Parent feedback and communication
Teacher observations
Survey results (parents & students)
Naviance reports
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Unit: Grade 10 School Counseling Curriculum: Social, Emotional, and Physical Development
Time Frame: Grade 10
Length of Unit: School Year
Enduring Understandings Essential Questions
Self-assessment of personal skills and
interests prepares students to make
appropriate postsecondary school plans.
Effective decision-making and goal setting
skills are necessary to achieve personal
success.
What strengths and values contribute to
personal and academic achievement?
What skills and experiences are needed to
achieve future career success and
satisfaction?
Objectives (knowledge and skills) (Show link to standards in parenthesis after objective) The student will:
10.1. Be able to assess their abilities, skills, interests, and values as they relate to career choices through
the use of Naviance/Family Connection inventories. (C4.9-10.6)
10.2. Apply decision-making skills to goal setting. (C4.9-10.2)
10.3. Investigate/pursue hobbies and extracurricular interests. (C4.9-10.7)
Instructional Support Materials
Cluster Finder (Naviance/Family Connection)
Sophomore Survey (Naviance/Family Connection)
Resume/”Game Plan” (Naviance/Family Connection)
Suggested Instructional Strategies
Classroom Lesson: Interest Inventories & Course Selection
Naviance Night
Individual student/counselor meetings
Suggested Assessment Methods (Include use of school-wide analytic and course specific rubrics)
Student self-reflection
Parent feedback and communication
Teacher observations
Survey results (parents & students)
Naviance reports
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Unit: Grade 10 School Counseling Curriculum: Academic Development
Time Frame: Grade 10
Length of Unit: School Year
Enduring Understandings Essential Questions
Educational planning impacts
postsecondary academic and career
opportunities.
Educational performance correlates with
future life and career options.
What program of studies will best prepare
a student for their chosen career path?
What skills, knowledge, and attitudes are
needed to be an effective learner in school
and across the lifespan?
Objectives (knowledge and skills) (Show link to standards in parenthesis after objective) The student will:
10.1. Use assessment results in educational planning (A2.9-10.5) through the use of Naviance/Family
Connection inventories.
10.2. Apply study skills necessary for academic success. (A2.9-10.2)
10.3. Identify attitudes and behaviors that contribute to successful academic performance. (A1.9-10.3)
Instructional Support Materials
Cluster Finder (Naviance/Family Connection)
PSAT Score Report
Sophomore Survey (Naviance/Family Connection)
Resume/”Game Plan” (Naviance/Family Connection)
Prep Me (Naviance/Family Connection)
Suggested Instructional Strategies
Classroom Lesson: Interest Inventories & Course Selection
Naviance Night
Individual student/counselor meetings
PSAT review
Suggested Assessment Methods (Include use of school-wide analytic and course specific rubrics)
Student self-reflection
Parent feedback and communication
Teacher observations
Survey results (parents & students)
Naviance reports
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Unit: Grade 10 School Counseling Curriculum: Career Development
Time Frame: Grade 10
Length of Unit: School Year
Enduring Understandings Essential Questions
Career choices are influenced by academic
planning and personal relationships and
circumstances.
Effective research leads to informed action
plans and appropriate goal setting.
What is the relationship between personal
influences, education and training, and the
world of work?
How does the use of technology aid in the
exploration of careers and postsecondary
institutions?
Objectives (knowledge and skills) (Show link to standards in parenthesis after objective) The student will:
10.1. Identify career resources in the school and community. (C4.9-10.5)
10.2. Develop skills to locate, evaluate, and interpret career information. (C4.9-10.1)
10.3. Describe how the expectations of others affect career planning. (C5.9-10.7)
Instructional Support Materials
Cluster Finder (Naviance/Family Connection)
Sophomore Survey (Naviance/Family Connection)
Resume/”Game Plan” (Naviance/Family Connection)
Suggested Instructional Strategies
Classroom Lesson: Interest Inventories & Course Selection
Naviance Night
Individual student/counselor meetings
Suggested Assessment Methods (Include use of school-wide analytic and course specific rubrics)
Student self-reflection
Parent feedback and communication
Teacher observations
Survey results (parents & students)
Naviance reports
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Unit: Grade 11 School Counseling Curriculum: Social, Emotional, and Physical Development
Time Frame: Grade 11
Length of Unit: School Year
Enduring Understandings Essential Questions
Self-assessment of personal skills and
interests prepares students to make
appropriate postsecondary school plans.
Effective decision-making and goal setting
skills are necessary to achieve personal
success.
What strengths and values contribute to
personal and academic achievement?
What skills and experiences are needed to
achieve future career success and
satisfaction?
Objectives (knowledge and skills) (Show link to standards in parenthesis after objective) The student will:
11.1. Organize and balance academic assignments, extracurricular activities and family life in a healthy
way. (A3.9-10.1)
11.2. Demonstrate an understanding of the value of lifelong learning. (A3.11-12.3)
11.3. Demonstrate personal responsibility for researching postsecondary schools and careers. (A3.9-10.5)
Instructional Support Materials
Do What You Are (Naviance/Family Connection)
College Search (Naviance/Family Connection)
Common Application (CommonApp.org)
Resume/”Game Plan” (Naviance/Family Connection)
Prep Me
Junior Planning Guide
PSAT Results Review
Suggested Instructional Strategies
Junior Parent Night
Junior Reviews
Course Selection
Naviance Night
Financial Aid Night
Suggested Assessment Methods (Include use of school-wide analytic and course specific rubrics)
Student self-reflection
Parent feedback and communication
Teacher observations
Survey results (parents & students)
Naviance reports
Postsecondary summary
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Unit: Grade 11 School Counseling Curriculum: Academic Development
Time Frame: Grade 11
Length of Unit: School Year
Enduring Understandings Essential Questions
Educational planning impacts
postsecondary academic and career
opportunities.
Educational performance correlates with
future life and career options.
What program of studies will best prepare
a student for their chosen career path?
What skills, knowledge, and attitudes are
needed to be an effective learner in school
and across the lifespan?
Objectives (knowledge and skills) (Show link to standards in parenthesis after objective) The student will:
11.1. Learn the importance of academic planning to prepare for further education and career goals. (C4.9-
10.3)
11.2. Use assessment results in educational planning. (A2.9-10.5)
11.3. Use problem solving skills to assess progress toward educational goals. (A2.11-12.4)
Instructional Support Materials
Do What You Are (Naviance/Family Connection)
College Search (Naviance/Family Connection)
Common Application (CommonApp.org)
Resume/”Game Plan” (Naviance/Family Connection)
Prep Me
Junior Planning Guide
PSAT Results Review
Post Secondary Application Guide
Suggested Instructional Strategies
Junior Parent Night
Junior Reviews
Course Selection
Naviance Night
Financial Aid Night
Application Process Classroom Lesson
Suggested Assessment Methods (Include use of school-wide analytic and course specific rubrics)
Student self-reflection
Parent feedback and communication
Teacher observations
Survey results (parents & students)
Naviance reports
Postsecondary summary
Comprehensive School Counseling Curriculum Page 22
Unit: Grade 11 School Counseling Curriculum: Career Development
Time Frame: Grade 11
Length of Unit: School Year
Enduring Understandings Essential Questions
Career choices are influenced by academic
planning and personal relationships and
circumstances.
Effective research leads to informed action
plans and appropriate goal setting.
What is the relationship between personal
influences, education and training, and the
world of work?
How does the use of technology aid in the
exploration of careers and postsecondary
institutions?
Objectives (knowledge and skills) (Show link to standards in parenthesis after objective) The student will:
11.1. Assess strengths and weaknesses based on high school performance. (C4.11-12.1)
11.2. Identify advantages and disadvantages of various postsecondary programs for attainment of career
goals. (C5.11-12.4)
11.3. Complete required steps toward transition from high school to entry into postsecondary education,
training programs or work. (C5.11-12.7)
11.4. Become self-directed, independent learners. (A2.11-12.8)
Instructional Support Materials
Do What You Are (Naviance/Family Connection)
College Search (Naviance/Family Connection)
Common Application (CommonApp.org)
Resume/”Game Plan” (Naviance/Family Connection)
Prep Me
Junior Planning Guide
PSAT Results Review
Post Secondary Application Process Guide
Suggested Instructional Strategies
Junior Parent Night
Junior Reviews
Course Selection
Naviance Night
Financial Aid Night
Application Process Classroom Lesson
Suggested Assessment Methods (Include use of school-wide analytic and course specific rubrics)
Student self-reflection
Parent feedback and communication
Teacher observations
Survey results (parents & students)
Naviance reports
Postsecondary summary
Comprehensive School Counseling Curriculum Page 23
Unit: Grade 12 School Counseling Curriculum: Social, Emotional, and Physical Development
Time Frame: Grade 12
Length of Unit: School Year
Enduring Understandings Essential Questions
Self-assessment of personal skills and
interests prepares students to make
appropriate postsecondary school plans.
Effective decision-making and goal setting
skills are necessary to achieve personal
success.
What strengths and values contribute to
personal and academic achievement?
What skills and experiences are needed to
achieve future career success and
satisfaction?
Objectives (knowledge and skills) (Show link to standards in parenthesis after objective) The student will:
12.1. Describe how personal, social, education and career goals are interrelated. (P/S 8.8 11-12.5)
12.2. List the steps necessary to implement and accomplish their post secondary goals. (P/S 8.11-12.2)
12.3. Identify resources to support transition from high school to post secondary plan. (P/S 8.11-12.4)
12.4. Analyze their skills for making decisions. (P/S 9.11-12.2)
Instructional Support Materials
Do What You Are (Naviance/Family Connection)
College Search (Naviance/Family Connection)
Common Application (CommonApp.org)
Resume/”Game Plan” (Naviance/Family Connection)
Prep Me
Junior Planning Guide
Post Secondary Application Process Guide
Suggested Instructional Strategies
Course Selection
Naviance Night
Financial Aid Night
Application Process Classroom Lessons
Suggested Assessment Methods (Include use of school-wide analytic and course specific rubrics)
Student self-reflection
Parent feedback and communication
Teacher observations
Survey results (parents & students)
Naviance reports
Postsecondary summary
Comprehensive School Counseling Curriculum Page 24
Unit: Grade 12 School Counseling Curriculum: Academic Development
Time Frame: Grade 12
Length of Unit: School Year
Enduring Understandings Essential Questions
Educational planning impacts
postsecondary academic and career
opportunities.
Educational performance correlates with
future life and career options.
What program of studies will best prepare
a student for their chosen career path?
What skills, knowledge, and attitudes are
needed to be an effective learner in school
and across the lifespan?
Objectives (knowledge and skills) (Show link to standards in parenthesis after objective) The student will:
12.1. Apply strategies to fulfill education and career goals outlined their individual learning plan.
(A.111-12.7)
12.2. Identify attitudes and beliefs that lead to successful learning and living. (A.1.11-12.8)
12.3. Understand how school success and academic achievement enhance future career and vocational
opportunities (A.3.11-12.1)
12.4. Understand the similarities and differences of school environment and the world of work. (A.3.11-
12.5)
Instructional Support Materials
Do What You Are (Naviance/Family Connection)
College Search (Naviance/Family Connection)
Common Application (CommonApp.org)
Resume/”Game Plan” (Naviance/Family Connection)
Prep Me
Junior Planning Guide
Post Secondary Application Process Guide
Suggested Instructional Strategies
Course Selection
Naviance Night
Financial Aid Night
Application Process Lesson
Suggested Assessment Methods (Include use of school-wide analytic and course specific rubrics)
Student self-reflection
Parent feedback and communication
Teacher observations
Survey results (parents & students)
Naviance reports
Postsecondary summary
Comprehensive School Counseling Curriculum Page 25
Unit: Grade 12 School Counseling Curriculum: Career Development
Time Frame: Grade 12
Length of Unit: School Year
Enduring Understandings Essential Questions
Career choices are influenced by academic
planning and personal relationships and
circumstances.
Effective research leads to informed action
plans and appropriate goal setting.
What is the relationship between personal
influences, education and training, and the
world of work?
How does the use of technology aid in the
exploration of careers and postsecondary
institutions?
Objectives (knowledge and skills) (Show link to standards in parenthesis after objective) The student will:
12.1. Apply academic skills in work based learning situations, such as internships, shadowing, etc.
(C6.11-12.7)
12.2. Reevaluate personal skills, interests, abilities, and achievement. (C5.11-12.3)
12.3. Assess strengths and weaknesses based on high school performance. (C4.11-12.1)
12.4. Complete required steps toward transition from high school to entry into post secondary education,
training programs or work. (C5.11-12.7)
Instructional Support Materials
Do What You Are (Naviance/Family Connection)
College Search (Naviance/Family Connection)
Common Application (CommonApp.org)
Resume/”Game Plan” (Naviance/Family Connection)
Prep Me
Junior Planning Guide
Post Secondary Application Process Guide
Suggested Instructional Strategies
Course Selection
Naviance Night
Financial Aid Night
Application Process Classroom Lesson
Suggested Assessment Methods (Include use of school-wide analytic and course specific rubrics)
Student self-reflection
Parent feedback and communication
Teacher observations
Survey results (parents & students)
Naviance reports
Postsecondary summary