This report describes a systems approach toward an accountability program for a high school guidance department, the primary objective of which was to reduce the size of the "guidance universe" to manageable size, and to be responsible i.e., accountable. A commitment was developed to move toward a model of accountability, based not only upon what counselors did, but on outcomes in terms of observable student behaviors. The approach moved in several steps: (1) a detailed needs assessment and objective status assessment of on-going programs were undertaken; (2) a guidance model was built; (3) a program based essentially upon student needs was designed; (4) an implementation schedule and evaluation strategy for the program were programmed; (5) a task analysis to determine needed staff competencies to deliver the program was begun; and (6) the design of in-service training programs and transportable practitioner training "packages," was initiated. A series of guidance units emerged, based upon need statements and run through a counselor/teacher team. The program emphasized delivery of important aspects of guidance through the classroom, as an integral part of the existing curriculum and classroom activities. (Author/PC)