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New Web AddressThere has been a lot of change over the past several months. Here is a new change. PSCA has a new web address: www.paschoolcounselor.org. Please make sure to note this change. We hope this new address will make it easier to get to the association's website. However, if you happen to put in the old website address, psca-web.org, don't worry it will still take you to the PSCA website.
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PSCA Releases Re-entry Considerations - Companion GuideSince March, with the rise of COVID-10 and closure of schools, school counselors have faced mounting challenges. Ranging from student trauma, educational engagement and the impacts of racial violence and educational access, there have been many topics given light over the past few months. Almost immediately, there was an overwhelming response as new networks were rapidly built and volumes of resources shared. PSCA, in collaboration with the Association of School Psychologists of Pennsylvania (ASPP), collected key resources and practices to assist and guide pupil service professionals through re-entry and towards recovery. The result is this Companion Guide that is intended to provide support to educators, and ultimately, support to our students. You can access the PSCA & ASPP Reentry Considerations - Companion Guide HERE. It is also located on the COVID-19 Resources for School Counselors Page in the resources section of the website LOCATED HERE. |
PSCA Conference T-shirts and Masks for SALE!You asked for them, and now you’re able to order them! Since the posting of the t-shirt and mask photo on PSCA’s Facebook page, there have been many requests for orders. (Unfortunately, the hand sanitizer is NOT for sale.) So, t-shirts will be sold for $20 and face masks for $5. If you’d like to order either or both, please use this order form. Checks must be made payable to PSCA and mailed to PO Box 174, McKeesport, PA 15134. Pictures can also be found on the Conference Page HERE. The last date to order PSCA Conference T-shirts and Masks will be September 30th. |
Watch PSCA Executive Director on Counselor AccentsOn September 14th, our Executive Director, Emilia Peiffer, was on Counselor Accents where she discussed School Counselor Leadership and advocating for your school counseling program. If you would like to hear Emilia on that broadcast, YOU CAN CATCH HER HERE. |
PSCA adopts new Ends Policy on EquityPSCA adopts new Ends Policy on Equity. Click here to view the amended Ends Policies. |
COVID-19 ResouresThe Pennsylvania School Counselor Association is committed to supporting its members, staff, and all school counselors in Pennsylvania during these uncertain times. We are closely monitoring the rapidly evolving COVID-19 developments. We know that in times of crisis, school couselors play invaluable roles in supporting their communities and students both in person and virtually. As COVID-19 has impacted all "Business as Usual" operations, here are some resources for school counselors as we use our natural flexibility in this challenging time. Our thoughts go out to those school counselors working in some of the higher impacted parts of the state. One vision, one voice.
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In Memory of Mike ThompsonMike Thompson passed away April 26, 2020. Many of us know him through trainings dealing with 339 Plans and Career Education. Click HERE and you will find an article published in the Hummelstown Sun in Mike's memory. |
#AloneTogetherASCA created a campaign #AloneTogether that was pushed out on social media to highlight the important work you’re doing and the physical distance right now doesn’t stop that. School Counselors are encouraged to consider retweeting it from Twitter and share it from Facebook. Please check out your social media today, and remember that we are alone together. |
Equity and Anti-Racism ResourcesPSCA has been working to identify and collect quality equity and anti-racism resources. These include books, round table discussions, and other materials. They can be found under the resources page or CLICK HERE. |
Welcome
Welcome to the Pennsylvania School Counselor Website. While you are here:- Check out our new advocacy piece on the top toolbar. There are many great things happening in Pennsylvania for school counselors, and we need to advocate for ourselves and the profession.
- Look at the Latest News. We have collected some resources concerning Equity and Anti-Racisom, as well as, resources related to COVID-19.
- Log in. If you are a member, log in and you will find that your favorite resources are still there. Over the coming months we will be updating our resources section. If you have difficulties with logging in, please hit "forgot password" and you will be emailed a temporary password so that you can update your information on the new site. While updating, please check on your contact information so that you can be sure to get all of the latest news letters and Extras from PSCA. If you are not a member, it is a great time to join. Just hit "Join PSCA" at the top.
The mission of the Pennsylvania School Counselors Association is to expand the image and influence of professional school counselors, to promote professional and ethical practice, and to advocate for equity and access for all students.
