This non-experimental quantitative study utilized linear regression to examine if elementary school counselor and principal relationships predict elementary school counselors' implementation of the American School Counselor Association (ASCA) National Model. The sample (N = 163) included elementary school counselors (n = 108) and principals (n =…

School counselors actively pursue postgraduate professional development to stay current with the best social-emotional learning (SEL) implementation practices. Professional development can vary depending on the school district. Despite these discrepancies, school counselors recognize how intentional professional development can further strengthen…

This comprehensive, top-selling text presents theories, assessments, planning tools, resources, and technologies relevant to modern career development in a practical approach that shows theory and research in action. With four chapters devoted to career development in educational settings, it analyzes the various aspects of career development…

Sixty-four federal Elementary and Secondary School Counseling (ESSC) program grants were awarded in 2009. One awarded school district implemented a comprehensive school counseling program based on the ASCA National Model at three high-needs elementary schools. This case study describes a district initiative that provided prevention education for…

The researchers explored the relationship between elementary school counselors' motivational orientation, perceptions of importance and levels of implementation of Academic and Personal/Social Standards as a strategy for supporting academic achievement. Responses from 212 elementary school counselors confirm both types of Standards as being highly…