Jefferson Union High School District Counseling Department Curriculum rev.11/08/2013 Mission Statement Counselors of the Jefferson Union High School District seek to positively impact the lives of our students by partnering with parents, community, faculty and staff to provide a comprehensive guidance and counseling program that supports the academic, career and personal/social needs of all students. We work to give students the educational opportunities, resources and social competencies necessary for their growth toward lifelong success. Our goal is to empower every student to reach his or her maximum potential and become a productive and responsible citizen in this diverse and changing world. Description of American School Counselor Association ASCA As counselors in the District we strive to align our programs and services with the standards of the American School Counselor Association. Here we present the vision and the mission statements of ASCA. ASCA's Vision The American School Counselor Association (ASCA) is the foundation that expands the image and influence of professional school counselors through advocacy, leadership, collaboration and systemic change. ASCA empowers professional school counselors with the knowledge, skills, linkages and resources to promote student success in the school, the home, the community and the world. ASCA's Mission The mission of ASCA is to represent professional school counselors and to promote professionalism and ethical practices. The Role of the School Counselor according to ASCA Today's school counselors are vital members of the education team. They help all students in the areas of academic achievement; personal/social development and career development, ensuring today's students become the productive, well-adjusted adults of tomorrow. However we would like to acknowledge that the ASCA standards are based on a ratio of 250:1. Previous years JUHSD counselors have had 550:1 ratio. Thanks to the tax payers and the Board, our current counseling ratio is 400:1. 2 Role of a JUHSD Counselor The Jefferson Union High School District provides its students with a comprehensive school counseling program that promotes student achievement, incorporating the academic, career and personal/social development needs of all students. JUHSD employs Guidance Counselors at each school site with an assigned caseload of 400:1. A Special Services Counselor is assigned at each school site. Thornton High School employs one Counselor who performs both roles. Guidance Counselors are focused on improving student achievement, ensuring equal access, enhancing the educational experience of our students and readying them for a successful life beyond high school. Special Services Counselors support the emotional and social needs of students and the school community. With an emphasis on the academic, career and personal areas of individual development, the JUHSD Guidance Counselors provide a variety of services to their students including but not limited to: Provide counseling to students both individually and in a group setting. Monitor students’ academic progress to ensure they are meeting the graduation requirements o Perform detailed transcript reviews at the Sophomore, Junior and Senior level o Refer and recommend credit recovery programs o Collaborate with site administration to provide input on referral candidates to alternative education programs o Provide students with information on alternative education programs o Communicate with the parents/guardians of students needing credit recovery Work with students on developing a 4 year plan Guide students through the course selection process at each grade level: advising them of appropriate courses based on graduation status, academic ability and post-secondary goals Recommend and promote enrichment opportunities, summer programs and other educational opportunities Develop classroom presentations for each grade level on targeted grade level outcomes and other topics o Incorporate and promote the use of NAVIANCE Family Connection Advise students and provide guidance on post-secondary options Maintain current knowledge regarding UC/CSU admission requirements o Advise students accordingly based on individual circumstances Review cumulative files, test scores and grades to determine appropriate class placement as needed 3 Design interventions for academically at-risk students and/or for those who need behavioral/emotional support. o Consult on the 504 process o Participate on school site’s Student Success Team (SST) o Collaborate with the Special Education Department and the ELD Coordinator Counsel, communicate and advise with parents/guardians Consult with o Special Services Counselor o Outside agencies (ie. DCYHC, San Mateo County Probation, San Mateo County Social Workers, Law Enforcement) o Administrators o Dean of Students o School Psychologist o Campus Supervisors o Teachers and other staff members o Local college representatives Attend articulation meetings with feeder schools o Participate in orientation and programming events for incoming Freshman Plan, coordinate, facilitate and promote Parent Night(s) and Financial Aid Nights(s) Write letters of recommendation for colleges, scholarships, enrichment programs, other educational opportunities and for other reasons Facilitate the scheduling process for all students for the following school year, including but not limited to classroom course selection presentations and data entry Make class changes throughout the school year, including before the start of the school year, based on multitude of factors including master schedule needs/limitations, student test scores/grades, misplacement, and behavioral issues Proctor standardized testing, as needed (CAHSEE, SBAC, Advanced Placement) Help coordinate the Advanced Placement program Introduce and review technology resources to students and parents (ie. Student Information System, NAVIANCE-Family Connection) Attend and participate in professional development (ie. UC, CSU, Community College, California Student Aid Commission conferences) Adhere to, learn and work with new California laws that affect students in the schools Facilitate the flow of information Organize field trips 4 The Special Services Counselors provide services to all students across all grade levels: Crisis intervention and follow up o CPS reports o Initiate 5150 assessments o Grief counseling o Runaway/homeless safety planning o Connect and refer to outside health and mental health resources o Relationship abuse o Truancy issues o Family consulting and counseling o Act as a liaison with law enforcement agencies o Support families with social services referrals and resources (food, housing, medical, legal, mental health, etc…) Mental health assessments for depression, suicidality, anxiety, eating disorders, child abuse, substance abuse, possible psychosis and other serious mental health issues Individual counseling and brief therapy o Plan, facilitate, run and/or supervise groups (grief, substance use, social skills, anger management, relationships, life skills) Skill building: coping, problem solving, anger management, healthy communication, stress management, time management, decision making, social skills, listening empathically, expressing needs, assertiveness skills, creating support networks Prevention services and activities on a variety of issues such as: mental health, substance use and abuse, relationships and sexuality, family dynamics, bullying, school safety, academics, o Psych-education via Peer Helpers o Multi-media school-wide presentations on issues such as depression/anxiety, bullying, healthy relationships, body image, substance abuse, violence prevention Consult with o Administration o School psychologists o Guidance counselors o Teachers and staff members o Mental health interns o Outside mental health clinicians Consult with families and teach parenting skills Arrange multi-media presentations and speakers from outside agencies Conflict mediation (individually and using Peer Helpers) 5 Train, supervise, coordinate, manage and teach Peer Helpers (conflict mediation, mentoring, psych-ed presentations, one-on-one support) Actively serve as members of Daly City Youth Health Center Advisory Board Member of school Crisis Response Team Participate in ongoing professional development, including licensing requirements Act as Condom Access Program Coordinator JUHSD Guidance and Special Services Counselor may serve in the following additional roles: Homeless Liaison NACAC committee WASC Leader Parcel Tax Supporter Peer Helping/Resource/Assistance co-teacher School Site Council Member Community Service Coordinator Substitute Teacher Chaperone at staff and student retreats Collaborative Team Member EL Coordinator JUHSD Budget Advisory Committee WASC Committee Member Club Advisor Peer Resources fundraiser Peer Coaching Group Coach Academic Council Member Advisory/Homeroom Teacher APEX Coordination/Coach TLC coordinator and staff retreat member Counseling Grade Level Outcomes Starting with the incoming freshmen, Guidance Counselors work to perform a number of academic support services that range from general services to activities that are more closely associated with a specific development. It is the hope and intent that through various activities, lessons, and services, students will be able to develop, possess and recognize specific outcomes associated with each grade level. 6 8th Grade (Spring before start of 9th grade year) Academic: Students will: Be aware of their prospective high school’s 9th grade course offerings Know the eligibility requirements for enrollment in enriched 9th grade courses Begin to develop an understanding of how high school academics differ from middle school 9th Grade Academic: Students will: Develop an understanding of how high school academics differ from middle school o High school grading and earned credits o Available campus resources Develop the necessary high school study skills including time management, exam preparation, nightly homework, and project management Learn the graduation requirements Learn the UC/CSU “a-g” requirements o Become aware of their school site’s approved “a-g” classes Develop a 4 year plan o Learn how future course selection help achieve postsecondary goals o Become aware of class sequences, prerequisites, and how to plan for future courses Learn about course requirements for Enriched, Honors courses, and the Advanced Placement Program Be introduced to SIS and NAVIANCE College and Career: Students will: Gain an understanding of how grades count for graduation and college eligibility Become aware of their post-secondary options Compare and contrast different college systems: UC, CSU, Community College, Private/Independent, and Career Technology Education 7 Personal/Social: Students will: Recognize that 9th grade is a transition year marked by new relationships with family and friends Be encouraged to participate in school athletic teams, clubs, community service and other group activities Be introduced to Special Services Counselor, Daly City Youth Health Center, and campus supervisors Be made aware of anti-bullying policies, programs, and resources Be introduced to Peer Helpers as support for conflict mediation and peer mentoring (JHS, TNHS, WHS) 10th Grade Academic: Students will: Continue to develop, strengthen and revise their 4 year plan o Reflect on their 9th grade academic record o Reintroduce the Advanced Placement Program Recognize the work ethic, persistence, and growth needed to be successful in high school and beyond Develop a greater understanding of the significance of grades and classes in college eligibility, college admissions and competitiveness Know and understand the graduation requirements o Transcript review process o Will be aware of credit recovery options Learn about Concurrent Enrollment programs at local Community Colleges o Develop an understanding of how to incorporate classes to enrich high school curriculum and increase college competitiveness Be aware of enrichment program opportunities and learn how to search through College/Career Center and NAVIANCE: Family Connection Understand the importance of all state mandated tests 8 College and Career: Students will: Be aware of on/off-campus college/career fairs and presentations Develop a greater understanding of post-secondary options o Know the different college systems and their eligibility requirements o Understand the “a-g” requirements Begin career exploration using the NAVIANCE: Family Connection Career modules o Begin to develop an understanding of career pathways Learn about college admission testing (PSAT, SAT, ACT) Personal/Social: Please refer to the Special Services Counselor services 11th Grade Academic: Students will: Update and revise 4 year plan o Reflect on their 10th grade academic record o Set goals for Junior year o Be able to select the Senior courses needed for their post-secondary goals, and academic interests o Will be aware of grade remediation circumstances and opportunities o Be able to identify their academic strengths and weaknesses and utilize available resources to their advantage Understand the significance of grades and classes in college eligibility, college admissions and competitiveness Understand how to use Concurrent Enrollment at community colleges to enrich high school curriculum and increase college competitiveness Be aware of enrichment program opportunities and know how to search via College/Career Center and NAVIANCE: Family Connection Be aware of their graduation status o Transcript review o Have a graduation plan if deficient in credits o Be aware of credit recovery programs and opportunities 9 College and Career: Students will: Learn about college admission testing options (SAT, ACT, PSAT) o Plan a personalized testing schedule o Be provided PSAT result analysis via workshops or individual sessions Have a strong understanding of post-secondary options and eligibility requirements Know and understand their individual college eligibility Be aware of local college fairs and visits Be introduced to financial aid basics and college cost Know how to use NAVIANCE: Family Connection, College/Career Center, internet databases and other resources to search for colleges Be encouraged to explore realistic post-secondary options Be introduced to the CSU Early Assessment Program (EAP) Personal/Social: Please refer to the Special Services Counselor services 12th Grade Academic: Students will: Finalize graduation plans; making adjustments as needed Be aware of credit recovery programs and opportunities Validate transcripts for completeness and accuracy College and Career: Students will: Know of available assistance for college applications Be aware of how to complete college applications and matriculation Be aware of Financial Aid process o Differences between types of financial aid including AB540/Dream Act o Have a basic overview of FAFSA and Cal Grant including the application process, required paperwork and deadlines Know how to search for scholarships via College/Career Center, NAVIANCE: Family Connection and other resources Be aware of EAP results and its implication on possible CSU placement tests and classes 10 Know how to access College/Career Center for assistance Be aware of submitting test scores to colleges (ie. ACT, SAT) Be aware of other post-secondary options (ie. Military, apprenticeships, CTE) Personal: Students will be provided support and guidance on: Issues related to closure and termination Family concerns regarding student’s post-secondary plans Individual stress issues related to graduation, post-secondary plans and transition away from high school Healthy life skills and financial independence as related to post-secondary plans Psych-educational regarding coming-of-age legal concerns California Standards for School Counseling As part of developing aligned curriculum we consulted the California Standards for the School Counseling Profession to inform our process. Below you will find the six standards. District wide tasks listed have been categorized within those standards. In the JUHSD these standards are met through a collaborative effort involving Guidance Counselors, Special Services Counselors, School Psychologists, Dean of Students, and Site Administration. THE CALIFORNIA STANDARDS FOR THE SCHOOL COUNSELING PROFESSION provides a common language and a vision of the scope and complexity of the school counseling profession. With these standards, all counselors can define and develop their practice. The standards address the diversity of California’s student population and reflect a system of support services that connects all students to activities and opportunities for academic, career, personal and social development. In promoting the success of all students, school counselors: Standard 1: Engage, Advocate for and Support all Students in Learning Serve on Student Success Teams: help develop interventions and process paperwork Develop & Implement 504’s: develop accommodations and process paperwork Provide individual counseling in areas of academic, career and academic, and personal/social 11 Provide group counseling in areas of academic, college and career, and personal/social Analyze placement test results to determine student’s academic placement and appropriate services Coordinate and lead parent-teacher meetings Coordinate and lead teacher-student meetings Distribute and disseminate information to students, teachers, and parents Crisis intervention and follow up: CPS reports, initiate 5150 assessments Grief counseling Runaway/homeless safety planning Connect and refer to outside health and mental health resources Relationship abuse Truancy issues Family consulting and counseling Act as liaison with law enforcement Support families with social services referrals and resources (food, housing, medical, legal, mental health, etc…) Mental health assessments for depression, suicidality, anxiety, eating disorders, child abuse, substance abuse, possible psychosis and other serious mental health issues Brief individual counseling therapy Facilitate and/or supervise therapeutic and academic groups (grief, substance use, social skills, anger management, healthy relationships, life skills) Skill building: coping, problem solving, anger management, healthy communication, stress management, time management, decision making, social skills, listening empathically, expressing needs, assertiveness skills, creating support networks Prevention services and activities: mental health, substance use and abuse, relationships and sexuality, family dynamics, bullying, school safety, academics, psych-education via Peer Helpers multi-media school-wide presentations (depression/anxiety, bullying, healthy relationships, body image, substance abuse, violence prevention) Consult with administration, school psychologists, teachers and staff members, as well as relevant staff at other schools including professional development Consult with families and teach parenting skills Supervise and consult with mental health interns, coordinate services and consult with outside mental health clinicians Arrange multi-media presentations and speakers from outside agencies Conflict mediation (individually and using Peer Helpers) Train, supervise, coordinate, manage and teach Peer Helpers (conflict mediation, mentoring, psych-ed presentations, one-on-one support) Member of school Crisis Response Team 12 Standard 2: Plan, Implement and Evaluate Programs to Promote Academic, Career, Personal & Social Development to all Students Develop and update 4 Year Plans with students Provide detailed transcript reviews Recommend credit recovery programs Introduce college admission testing to students Introduce and refer students to enrichment programs Make referrals to alternative education programs Make referrals to community based organizations Collaborate with alternative education programs and community based organizations Refer students for extra academic support services: tutoring, homework center, teacher office hours Provide college application assistance: individual and/or group workshops Complete secondary school reports: i.e. Common Application Coordinate and conduct financial aid presentations and/or workshops Write letters of recommendation Course Planning: presentations, data entry, master schedule assistance, provide individual and group counseling relative to course options and post-secondary goals Analyze and disaggregate data such as CAHSEE scores, grades, CELDT scores, EAP, ELC Introduce, highlight NAVIANCE modules, lesson plans Develop and administer surveys through NAVIANCE Crisis intervention and follow up: CPS reports, initiate 5150 assessments Grief counseling Runaway/homeless safety planning Connect and refer to outside health and mental health resources Relationship abuse Truancy issues Family consulting and counseling Act as liaison with law enforcement Support families with social services referrals and resources (food, housing, medical, legal, mental health, etc…) Mental health assessments for depression, suicidality, anxiety, eating disorders, child abuse, substance abuse, possible psychosis and other serious mental health issues Brief individual counseling therapy Facilitate and/or supervise therapeutic and academic groups (grief, substance use, social skills, anger management, healthy relationships, life skills) Skill building: coping, problem solving, anger management, healthy communication, stress management, time management, decision making, social skills, listening empathically, expressing needs, assertiveness skills, creating support networks 13 Prevention services and activities: mental health, substance use and abuse, relationships and sexuality, family dynamics, bullying, school safety, academics, psych-education via Peer Helpers multi-media school-wide presentations (depression/anxiety, bullying, healthy relationships, body image, substance abuse, violence prevention) Consult with families and teach parenting skills Arrange multi-media presentations and speakers from outside agencies Conflict mediation (individually and using Peer Helpers) Train, supervise, coordinate, manage and teach Peer Helpers (conflict mediation, mentoring, psych-ed presentations, one-on-one support) Members of Daly City Youth Health Center Advisory Board Member of school Crisis Response Team Standard 3: Utilize Multiple Sources of Information to Monitor and Improve Student Behavior and Achievement Provide detailed transcript review Review and analyze CUM file Review and analyze discipline records Serve on Student Success Teams: develop interventions and process paperwork Help develop and implement 504’s: develop accommodations and process paperwork Attend IEPs and collaborate with Special Education Departments and EL Coordinator Analyze test results: college admission tests, PSAT, CAHSEE, EAP, and other tests Review attendance records and collaborate with attendance office Collaborate with teachers and parents on concerns regarding specific students Provide individual and group counseling to students and classes Review list of students in danger of failing: provide individual counseling, refer to academic support services, consult with teachers and parents, refer for more individual counseling via Special Services Counselor and/or community based organizations Crisis intervention and follow up: CPS reports, initiate 5150 assessments Grief counseling Runaway/homeless safety planning Connect and refer to outside health and mental health resources Relationship abuse Truancy issues Family consulting and counseling Act as liaison with law enforcement 14 Support families with social services referrals and resources (food, housing, medical, legal, mental health, etc…) Mental health assessments for depression, suicidality, anxiety, eating disorders, child abuse, substance abuse, possible psychosis and other serious mental health issues Individual counseling and brief therapy, run and/or supervise groups (grief, substance use, social skills, anger management, relationships, life skills) Skill building: coping, problem solving, anger management, healthy communication, stress management, time management, decision making, social skills, listening empathically, expressing needs, assertiveness skills, creating support networks Prevention services and activities: mental health, substance use and abuse, relationships and sexuality, family dynamics, bullying, school safety, academics, psych-education via Peer Helpers multi-media school-wide presentations (depression/anxiety, bullying, healthy relationships, body image, substance abuse, violence prevention) Consult with families and teach parenting skills Standard 4: Collaborate and Coordinate with School and Community Resources Members of School Site Council Coordinate, refer and highlight local college and career fairs Lead and participate in staff development College presentations Hold active roles in local Community Based Organizations Coordinate and participate in career days Attend and present to parent organizations as requested Coordinate and attend 8th Grade Parent Night Coordinate and collaborate with local college outreach representatives and services Work with local universities’ internship program Coordinate, refer students to community service programs and other local opportunities Hold workshops and provide assistance on: college applications, UC/CSU eligibility, Financial Aid, college admission testing (PSAT, SAT, ACT) Prevention services and activities: mental health, substance use and abuse, relationships and sexuality, family dynamics, bullying, school safety, academics, psych-education via Peer Helpers multi-media school-wide presentations (depression/anxiety, bullying, healthy relationships, body image, substance abuse, violence prevention) Consult with families and teach parenting skills Supervise and consult with mental health interns, coordinate services and consult with outside mental health clinicians Arrange multi-media presentations and speakers from outside agencies 15 Train, supervise, coordinate, manage and teach Peer Helpers (conflict mediation, mentoring, psych-ed presentations, one-on-one support) Condom Access Program Coordinator Members of Daly City Youth Health Center Advisory Board Member of school Crisis Response Team Standard 5: Promote and Maintain a Safe Learning Environment for all Students Serve on Crisis Response Team CERT trained Consult with 8th grade feeder schools Crisis intervention and follow up: CPS reports, initiate 5150 assessments Grief counseling Runaway/homeless safety planning Connect and refer to outside health and mental health resources Relationship abuse Truancy issues Family consulting and counseling Act as liaison with law enforcement Support families with social services referrals and resources (food, housing, medical, legal, mental health, etc…) Mental health assessments for depression, suicidality, anxiety, eating disorders, child abuse, substance abuse, possible psychosis and other serious mental health issues Individual counseling and brief therapy, run and/or supervise groups (grief, substance use, social skills, anger management, relationships, life skills) Skill building: coping, problem solving, anger management, healthy communication, stress management, time management, decision making, social skills, listening empathically, expressing needs, assertiveness skills, creating support networks Prevention services and activities: mental health, substance use and abuse, relationships and sexuality, family dynamics, bullying, school safety, academics, psych-education via Peer Helpers multi-media school-wide presentations (depression/anxiety, bullying, healthy relationships, body image, substance abuse, violence prevention) Consult with administration, school psychologists, academic counselors, teachers and staff members, as well as relevant staff at other schools including staff trainings 16 Consult with families and teach parenting skills Supervise and consult with mental health interns, coordinate services and consult with outside mental health clinicians Arrange multi-media presentations and speakers from outside agencies Conflict mediation (individually and using Peer Helpers) Train, supervise, coordinate, manage and teach Peer Helpers (conflict mediation, mentoring, psych-ed presentations, one-on-one support) Condom Access Program Coordinator Members of Daly City Youth Health Center Advisory Board Member of school Crisis Response Team Standard 6: Development as a Professional School Counselor Attend conferences o College: UC, CSU, community colleges, etc. Attend Financial Aid Workshops Attend college admission testing workshops (College Board) Participate in San Mateo County Office of Education professional development workshops and series (Respect 24/7) Attend various workshops, lectures etc. (Mean Girls, Safe Schools) Hold active membership to NACAC, ASCA, and other professional organizations Hold active roles in community based organizations Continued education/training in legal and ethical issues Crisis intervention and follow up: CPS reports, initiate 5150 assessments Grief counseling Runaway/homeless safety planning Connect and refer to outside health and mental health resources Relationship abuse Truancy issues Family consulting and counseling Act as liaison with law enforcement Support families with social services referrals and resources (food, housing, medical, legal, mental health, etc…) 17 Mental health assessments for depression, suicidality, anxiety, eating disorders, child abuse, substance abuse, possible psychosis and other serious mental health issues Individual counseling and brief therapy, run and/or supervise groups (grief, substance use, social skills, anger management, relationships, life skills) Consult with administration, school psychologists, academic counselors, teachers and staff members, as well as relevant staff at other schools including staff trainings Supervise and consult with mental health interns, coordinate services and consult with outside mental health clinicians Ongoing professional development, including licensing requirements Members of Daly City Youth Health Center Advisory Board The role of NAVIANCE NAVIANCE is a college and career readiness platform that helps connect academic achievement to post-secondary goals. Its comprehensive college and career planning solutions optimize student success, enhance school counselor productivity, and track results for school and district administrators. NAVIANCE Scope and Sequence Jefferson Union School District Tasks by Grade 9th Grade Register/Update Profile 10th Grade Update Profile 11th Grade Update Profile 12th Grade Update Profile Time in FC: 20 min Time in FC: 10 min Time in FC: 10 min Time in FC: 10 min Super-Match College Search Scholarship Search 9th Grade Survey-School & District Time in FC: 15 min Build Course Plan – 4 year plan Time in FC: 30 min *Course Planning is not set up for JUHSD at this time (use our own template) Career Cluster Finder Assessment Time in FC: 30-40 min Add 1 Career Cluster to List Time in FC: 15 min Time in FC: 20 min Save 1 College to College I’m Interested In list Time in FC: 20 min Build Resume Time in FC: 20 min Time in FC: 15 min Career Interest Profiler Career Assessment Time in FC: 30 min (Alternate to Career Cluster Finder Assessment) 18 Game Plan Survey Graduation Survey Time in FC: 15 min Time in FC: 15 min 19