ASCA Resources
The American School Counselor Association has a lot to offer!
Since 1974, SDSCA has been a chartered division of the American School Counselor Association (ASCA). This organization " supports school counselors' efforts to help students focus on academic, career and social/emotional development so they achieve success in school and are prepared to lead fulfilling lives as responsible members of society".
ASCA provides resources, professional development opportunities, and advocacy for all school counselors. Use the links below for more information and materials.
ASCA's Vision, Mission, Goals and Objectives - Information about ASCA and its purpose
ASCA's Mindsets and Behaviors - Information for student standards and competencies, supporting academic success, college and career readiness and social/emotional development
School Counselor Ethical Standards - Ethical and legal information
ASCA National Model - A guide for developing and maintaining a comprehensive school counseling program
RAMP - Recognized ASCA Model Program (RAMP), get more information on receiving this national recognition
ASCA Position Statements - ASCA's formal statements on a variety of pertinent areas, perfect for helping support your school counseling program
Roles/Ratios - Information on the appropriate role of school counselors at every level as well as justification information
ASCA Bookstore - How to get your hands on many of ASCA's materials
ASCA Upcoming Event - Grow in your professional knowledge and practice through classes, webinars, and more
Legislative Issues - Legislative information on what is affecting schools, students, and the profession
Other State Associations - See what is happening with ASCA's other state divisions
Membership Information - Learn the benefits of becoming an ASCA member
ASCA's Board of Directors - Elected officers helping to guide ASCA
Contact ASCA - A directory of ASCA staff
Why School Counselors? https://www.schoolcounselor.org/Standards-Positions/Position-Statements/ASCA-Position-Statements/The-School-Counselor-and-School-Counseling-Program
Why elementary? https://www.schoolcounselor.org/getmedia/1691fcb1-2dbf-49fc-9629-278610aedeaa/Why-Elem.pdf
Why MS? https://www.schoolcounselor.org/getmedia/7ed7a427-a87a-4609-a4e1-ee8e5358df29/Why-Middle.pdf
Why HS? https://www.schoolcounselor.org/getmedia/2a38ea99-5595-4e6d-b9af-2ac3a00fa8c3/Why-High-School.pdf
Why SC Directors? https://www.schoolcounselor.org/getmedia/48ae6ab8-7140-4d12-8ad8-a8ce8ddc03fa/Why-Director-Coord.pdf