activities · 14
what they do
direct service · 6
- Annual Conference Organization Professional Association Chapter ProgrammingPlans and executes the Annual AzSCA Conference in February, including speaker selection, presenter coordination, and activities, featuring evidence-based programming and advocacy training for school counselors.
- Host an annual conference Professional Association Chapter ProgrammingPlans and executes the Annual AzSCA Conference in February, which includes selecting speakers and presenters and coordinating activities.
- Offer scholarships Targeted Educational ScholarshipsOffers three $2,000 non-renewable scholarships for students of members to assist with post-secondary education costs, and a $2,000 scholarship for student members pursuing a master's degree in school counseling.
- Recognition of Outstanding Counselors Professional and Organizational Achievement AwardsAnnually honors exceptional school counselors through awards including School Counselor of the Year, Rising Star, and Advocate of the Year.
- Recognize outstanding school counselorsHonors outstanding school counselors annually with awards such as School Counselor of the Year, Rising Star, and Advocate of the Year.
- Scholarship Awards Targeted Educational ScholarshipsOffers four $2,000 non-renewable scholarships annually: three for children of members pursuing post-secondary education and one for student members enrolled in a master’s program in school counseling.
research · 2
- Promote and conduct research Professional Development & Networking for Educators and CounselorsThe Research Committee shares current research and promotes new research by Arizona school counselors, advocating for the use of data to inform and demonstrate program effectiveness.
- Research Promotion and Dissemination Professional Development & Networking for Educators and CounselorsThe Research Committee promotes and shares current research relevant to school counseling, supports Arizona-based research initiatives, and advocates for data-informed program development and evaluation.
capacity building · 6
- Collect and share resources for school counselors Professional Development & Networking for Educators and CounselorsThe Professional Development Committee collects resources for school counselors in Arizona.
- Host a Leadership Development InstituteOffers a Leadership Development Institute for school counseling professionals.
- Mentor Program for School CounselorsOperates a mentor program that supports new school counselors or those transitioning to different grade levels through shadowing opportunities, monthly phone calls, and a “Welcome to School Counseling” survivor kit.
- Operate a mentor programSupports new school counselors or those changing grade levels through a Mentor Program that offers shadowing opportunities, monthly phone calls, and a "Welcome to School Counseling" survivor kit.
- Professional Development Programming Professional Development & Networking for Educators and CounselorsFacilitates year-round professional development opportunities including workshops, seminars, webinars, and resource sharing to support the growth of school counselors and affiliates in Arizona.
- Provide professional development and trainingFacilitates professional development opportunities for school counselors and affiliates throughout the year, including workshops, seminars, webinars, and an annual two-day conference featuring evidence-based programming and advocacy tips.
strategies · 13
how they think
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- Advocacy for the school counseling profession advocacyAdvocates at both the legislative and local levels to elevate the school counseling profession, including through a professional lobbyist at the Arizona Capitol, development of talking points, and coaching for self-advocacy to support school counselors in institutional and policy settings.
- Communication and outreach to stakeholders communicationCoordinates mass communication and engages in outreach through networking, recruitment events, and member relations to promote the organization’s mission and expand its influence.
- Implementation of evidence-based national models in schools evidence-based_model_implementationAdvances the adoption of evidence-based national models across Arizona schools to systematically support student development in academic, college/career, and social/emotional domains, with the goal of standardizing effective school counseling practices.
- Implementing Evidence-Based National Models evidence-based model implementationThe organization develops and aims to implement evidence-based national models in schools to assist students comprehensively in their academic experiences, college/career preparation, and social/emotional development.
- In-person governance for organizational leadership in-person_governanceMaintains in-person participation requirements for Board of Directors meetings to ensure engaged, accountable, and relationship-driven organizational governance.
- Leadership Development for Professional Advancement leadership_developmentThe organization invests in leadership development as a strategic method to advance the school counseling profession.
- Mentorship and Peer Support mentorshipThe organization provides mentorship to new school counselors through career shadowing, resources, networking, and ongoing contact, facilitating their integration and success in the profession.
- Mentorship and Professional Support mentorshipThe organization provides mentorship to new school counselors through career shadowing, resources, networking, and consistent contact, aiming to support their integration and success in the profession.
- Mentorship for school counselors mentorshipProvides structured mentorship to new or transitioning school counselors through career shadowing, resource sharing, networking, regular contact, and a "Welcome to School Counseling" kit to support professional integration and retention.
- Professional development and resource sharing professional_development_and_advocacySupports school counselors through the collection, development, and dissemination of resources, professional networking opportunities, and coordinated communications to enhance counselor effectiveness and program sustainability.
- Promoting and Supporting the School Counseling Profession professional development and advocacyThe organization promotes the school counseling profession and supports school counselors by providing resources, professional networking opportunities, and advocating for their role and ethical practices, thereby enhancing their effectiveness and advancing the profession.
- Use of data and research to inform practice research_utilizationPromotes the use of data, action research, and evaluation by school counselors to assess and demonstrate the effectiveness of their programs, strengthening accountability and impact.
- Utilizing Data and Research for Program Effectiveness research_utilizationThe organization promotes the understanding and use of data and action research among school counselors to inform and demonstrate the effectiveness of their programs.
named programs · 5
what they call their work
Advocacy Committee
Develops talking points, supports legislative advocacy, and provides representation at the Arizona Capitol with a professional lobbyist
Annual Conference
Two- to three-day event in February featuring evidence-based programming, advocacy training, and professional development for school counselors
Mentor Program
Supports new or transitioning school counselors through career shadowing, monthly contact, resource sharing, and a "Welcome to School Counseling" kit
Professional Development Committee
Curates resources and facilitates workshops, webinars, and training opportunities for school counselors across Arizona
Research Committee
Promotes use of data and action research among Arizona school counselors to demonstrate program effectiveness and inform practice
relationships · 7
who they work with
- American School Counselor Association Network — Chartered by the American School Counselor Association since 1968
- American School Counselor Association (ASCA) Network — Requires Board of Directors candidates to be current members of ASCA.
- Arizona Department of Education Government — Requires Board of Directors candidates to be in good standing with the Arizona Department of Education.
- Arizona Education Association Partner — Acts as a liaison with the association.
- Arizona State Department of Education Partner — Acts as a liaison with the department.
- Courtyard by Marriott Mesa at Wrigleyville Partner — Provides sleeping room accommodations for board meeting attendees
- Kristy Meyers Partner — Email contact for sharing resources.