What’s Next For Me? is a program designed to assist grade 9–12 students in exploring and planning their steps for life after high school. This program offers a series of opportunities, including guest speakers, job shadows, informational sessions, career expos and more, for students to explore college, career and military options to support making intentional decisions for their future.

In-Person

Data Use in Secondary Programs

Geoff Heckman Department Chair and School Counselor

July 14

8:30-9:30A PT

Level Two 202

Explore the use of data that moves from a baseline program implementation approach, to program needs and on to program assessment. Align your goals with building administration's goals. Address data from individual, small-group and classroom school counseling.

In-Person

Move From Course Selection to Comprehensive Advising

Laura Zimmer & Grant Wilson

July 14

2:45-3:45PM PT

Level One: Room 104A

In today's rapidly evolving educational landscape, the role of school counselors is more crucial than ever. As districts expand and diversify their offerings, the need for effective advising that goes beyond mere course selection has become paramount. This session will delve into how large districts are successfully navigating this shift, moving towards a model of true advising that supports both college and career readiness. We’ll discuss strategies for effective advising beyond just academic requirements and how that can lead to increased student engagement and achievement levels, as well as explore how Plano ISD uses digital tools like college and career readiness platform SchooLinks to achieve these goals.

In-Person

Future-Ready Juniors

Catherine (CJ) Conrad, Director of Guidance

July 13

9-10AM PT

Level Two, Room 203

College and career readiness remains a pivotal focus for school counselors. This presentation will equip attendees with a comprehensive set of year-long guidance lessons designed for high school juniors, aimed at preparing students for life after graduation. The curriculum facilitates regular interactions between counselors and students, occurring either monthly or quarterly. Participants will receive all necessary materials, including lessons, pre-and post-assessments, and data collection tools. These lessons are tailored to support students in their post-secondary endeavors, whether they plan to pursue higher education, enter the military, or enter the workforce.

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