November 14-15, 2024
Indianapolis Marriott East
Indianapolis, IN
We hope to see you next year!
Details to come.
Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield works to make sure our members get
healthy and stay healthy. We’re committed to accessible care and building
healthy communities.
For more information contact Elena Guadiana, Community Relations Representative at Elena.Guadiana@anthem.com or (317) 727-8233.
DialCare is a virtual and telephonic counseling service. You can give your students ages 11 and older access to mental health assistance no matter where they are. Members can use their phone, tablet or computer for sessions with mental health professionals from the comfort of their home or on the go. Let our mental health professionals help give you peace of mind.
For more information contact Becca Bean, Senior Vice President at beccab@dialcare.com.
Foster Success’s mission is to hear, empower, and support teens and young adults transitioning out of foster care on their journey to self-sufficiency.
For more information contact Tiffany Powell, Assistant Director of Outreach & Engagement, at tiffany@fostersuccess.org or at 317.917.8940.
Harmony Academy offers educators professional learning and curriculum resources promoting healthy relationships. Harmony Curriculum provides comprehensive classroom materials to foster engaged learners and peer relationships. Harmony Professional Learning empowers educators through free modules and monthly webinars led by inspirational leaders, focusing on relationship building strategies. Visit harmony-academy.org for more information.
The Army National Guard is a part-time state-based military component that serves a dual mission. Each Guard unit serves under the command of their state governor to respond to natural disasters or other state emergencies. In addition, Guard units can be activated to defend the nation when needed.
To find out more: visit nationalguard.com/IN, call 1-800-GO-GUARD, or find us on Facebook/Instagram @innationalguard.
For more information please contact Dustin Tolbert at (317) 650-8830 dustin.z.tolbert2.mil@army.mil
Indiana Online, a department of CIESC, is one of the largest accredited online supplemental course providers in the state, offering a wide variety of full-time, year-round, and summer courses. We serve grades 5-12 during the school year. All courses meet the IN State Standards and are approved by the College Board and NCAA. We partner with over 300 schools utilizing our highly qualified Indiana licensed teachers and provide a Student Services Team to support students.
For more information please contact Amy Jones, Outreach Specialist at (463) 276-7847 or Ajones@indianaonline.org.
Since 1954, the Indiana Society of Professional Land Surveyors (ISPLS) has been dedicated to the growth and development of the surveying profession. Part of our mission is to provide a professional identity, professional direction and educational services to our members. Check out our resources to see the numerous opportunities available for students!
For more information please contact Rodney Kelly, Workforce Development-Chair at (317) 946-6694 or rkelly@eticagroup.com.
Indiana University High School Online offers high-quality virtual education aligned to Indiana Standards, taught by licensed Indiana educators, and designed with research-based, Responsive Online Pedagogy. Students can enroll in courses any day of the year, any time of day. A course can be completed in as few as 6 weeks or as long as 6 months. IU High School Online is here to help you support your students with the flexibility of virtual learning and the expertise of Indiana University.
For more information, please contact Elizabeth Wright at eliaruss@iu.edu or at 812-855-2838.
QuaverReady is an online program designed to help all students succeed in school. It includes an evidence-based social and emotional learning curriculum and intervention and behavioral resources.
For more information contact Eric Wormsbaker at (629) 702-7388 or EricWormsbaker@QuaverEd.com.
SCUTA is a technology platform designed specifically for school counselors to develop a data-driven, evidence- based school counseling program. Offering confidential, comprehensive documentation, and use of time analysis system, it is an invaluable tool for school counselors who want to utilize best practices, keep accurate records, and develop a data-driven school counseling program. With SCUTA, school counselors will achieve the characteristics of a high performing school counseling program and can clearly illustrate the nature and impact of their work to their supervisors and stakeholders.
SCUTA was initially designed for school counselors; however, we have recently expanded services to include utility for school social workers. Additionally, the functionality for school counseling district supervisors, regional coordinators, and state directors includes reporting at individual, school, district, and state levels. These managers can access real-time data reflecting students’ needs, including how they are being addressed by the school counseling program, and school counselor use-of-time. This valuable insight can inform professional development and advocacy efforts.
We look forward to supporting your schools, districts, and states in having a positive impact on student’s needs.
For more information, please contact Stephanie.
Talkspace partners with schools and districts to provide accessible mental health services and therapy for students and teachers. By implementing Talkspace’s effective and convenient solutions, institutions can help those in education overcome challenges and improve their overall performance.
For more information contact Erin Delaney at erin.delaney@talkspace.com or (402) 699-1014.
The College Funding Coach® was founded in 2002 to help families better understand the complex strategies for saving and paying for college, making higher education more affordable. Through our free comprehensive educational workshop, Little-known Secrets of Paying for College, The College Funding Coach® team has helped thousands of elementary, middle and high school families save and pay for college without going broke! During this time of uncertainty, significant changes to the FAFSA, and lingering questions, The College Funding Coach has an unwavering focus on adding value for the parents, counselors, friends, and families we know and meet.
For more information please contact Matthew Milburn at mmilburn@thecollegefundingcoach.org or at (317) 705-8173.
The Indiana Academy for Science, Mathematics, and Humanities is considered a trusted resource for high ability and gifted education in the state. The Indiana Academy provides youth enrichment programs, distance/online learning opportunities, professional development, and most notably a nationally ranked public high school (10th-12th grades) specifically designed for high ability learners, high achievers, and creative thinkers looking for a residential or non-residential (commuter) experience.
For more information contact Julie Tuttle Davis,
Director of External Affairs at outreach@bsu.edu. or (765) 285-4303.
Luncheon Keynote Session
November 14, 2024
11:30 a.m. – 1:15 p.m.
Are you an educator feeling stuck in a rut? Do you yearn for a sense of purpose in your work? “Passion. Purpose. Position” – a call to action for educators to unleash their unique gifts and transform their communities. Join Ashley for an inspiring keynote session where you’ll discover how to harness your passion, find your purpose, and position yourself as a change agent in education.
When you identify your strengths and align them with your goals, you’ll truly discover the impact you can have in your school and beyond, and leave a legacy with every individual you encounter. Become transformed and motivated to make a difference in the lives of your students, staff, and community.
Born and raised in Houston, TX, Ashley Wright has been an educator for the past 14 years, and a certified school counselor and licensed professional counselor for the past 5 years. Her experience as an elementary classroom teacher helped her to realize students were having endless challenges that dealt with home, school, and peers. She later decided to become a school counselor in order to fully serve and connect with students campus-wide and in her community. This move enabled her to reach more students with social-emotional support and strategies/tools to enhance their resilience and relationships.
Recently recognized as the 2022 American School Counselor of the Year Finalist and 2021 Texas School Counselor of the Year, Ashley continues as a national speaker and advocate of the profession to teach students and educators to accept diversity, increase self-esteem, build character and maintain resilience. It is her divine belief that “Every human being has the unlimited potential to make positive change in one’s life.”
Ashley will also be presenting a breakout session.
Closing Keynote Session
November 15, 2024
2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
As school counselors, we have an ethical mandate to promote equity and access to all students. What happens when we aren’t able to identify issues related to race objectively and compassionately? As our world becomes increasingly divided, it is more important than ever to keep our discussions about equity moving forward toward understanding and action. Let’s explore common myths about race and racism.
Rebecca Atkins is a nationally board-certified school counselor and a dedicated advocate for equity in education. Currently serving as the Director of School Counseling for Chapel Hill Carrboro City Schools, she served as a school counselor for over 12 years before moving to a central services role. Rebecca is not only a frequent speaker and presenter at state and national conferences but, alongside Alicia Oglesby, also authored the book Interrupting Racism: Equity and Social Justice in School Counseling in 2018. They are currently collaborating on their second book. Rebecca’s passion for doing right by students defines her commitment to crafting comprehensive school counseling programs, and enabling staff to make a lasting impact on student lives.
Alicia Oglesby is currently associate director of college counseling at Winchester Thurston in Pittsburgh, PA. She’s spent the last 10 years working with 9th – 12th grade students using the American School Counseling Association model and the Learning for Justice social justice framework. She sits on the Executive Committee for PACAC and is a doctoral student in Urban Education at the University of Pittsburgh. She has authored articles for ASCA and NACAC. She is also co-author of the text “Interrupting Racism: Equity and Social Justice in School Counseling’ which is widely used in school counseling graduate programs.
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Core Skills Session
November 15, 2024
8:30 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. | 10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Do you ever wonder WHY our kids act the way that they do? This session will talk about figuring out the goal behind the behavior. And by understanding these goals, figuring ways to address the behaviors much more efficiently and with much more success. This session will cover the goals that children typically have for acting out such as looking for attention or wanting to be in control. Tune in to learn some strategies and ideas to help understand more about why our kids act the way they do and what we can do to help.
Lisa has worked with students developing and using innovative practices as a school counselor for 20 years. She has won numerous awards in her district and presented her programs at local, state and national conferences. Lisa has authored seven books including her latest book, Be Your Own Hero. Her other books include Mindset Matters, Integrating Growth Mindset In Schools, Academic Advisement Program, Teaching Career Essentials and How to Create A College Day. Lisa attended Tufts University for her undergraduate degree and Georgia State University for her graduate degrees. She lives in Marietta, GA (Atlanta suburb) with her husband and daughter.
Core Skills Session
November 15, 2024
8:30 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. | 10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Come and learn the basic concepts and skills related to culturally responsive practices and solution-focused counseling strategies. Infusing these principles can help foster relationships that respect and value diversity. This session will review the basic tenets of solution focused counseling, specific techniques, and skills.
Dr. Sejal Parikh Foxx is a Professor and Department Chair at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte. She is also the Founder and Director of the Urban School Counseling Collaborative. She is co-author of School Counseling in the 21st Century. In 2015, she received the Counselor Educator of the Year Award from the North Carolina School Counselor Association. Dr. Foxx has presented over 160 conference presentations, invited workshops, and district trainings.
Prior to becoming a faculty member, Dr. Foxx was a high school and elementary school counselor in Florida. She worked in Title 1 settings and developed a passion for student advocacy, data-driven school counseling, and post-secondary readiness services.
Core Skills Session
November 15, 2024
8:30 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. | 10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Are you ready to move toward equity in action? From inequitable discipline practices to access to rigor, explore policies and practices to identify inequities. This experiential session will include time to delve into your school’s policies and procedures and create a plan for action for the upcoming school year. Beginning with everyday scenarios for practice and concluding with actionable steps for interruption, be ready to leave with ideas to implement at the school level to increase inclusion and equity for students of color. Take the next step past interrupting racism to create systemic change.
Rebecca Atkins is a nationally board-certified school counselor and a dedicated advocate for equity in education. Currently serving as the Director of School Counseling for Chapel Hill Carrboro City Schools, she served as a school counselor for over 12 years before moving to a central services role. Rebecca is not only a frequent speaker and presenter at state and national conferences but, alongside Alicia Oglesby, also authored the book Interrupting Racism: Equity and Social Justice in School Counseling in 2018. They are currently collaborating on their second book. Rebecca’s passion for doing right by students defines her commitment to crafting comprehensive school counseling programs, and enabling staff to make a lasting impact on student lives.
Alicia Oglesby is currently associate director of college counseling at Winchester Thurston in Pittsburgh, PA. She’s spent the last 10 years working with 9th – 12th grade students using the American School Counseling Association model and the Learning for Justice social justice framework. She sits on the Executive Committee for PACAC and is a doctoral student in Urban Education at the University of Pittsburgh. She has authored articles for ASCA and NACAC. She is also co-author of the text “Interrupting Racism: Equity and Social Justice in School Counseling’ which is widely used in school counseling graduate programs.
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November 15, 2024
8:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.
School Counselor Deb Thompson from School Counselor at Mishawaka High School will be presenting QPR: Suicide Awareness and Prevention Training. This certified training program will teach you the warning signs and the skills to help save lives from suicide. You will earn an official certification for your training. This special session will run during the Core Skills time slot.
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Tentative
7:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Registration and Information Center Open
8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Exhibits Open
8:30 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. Session 1
9:30 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. Exhibitor Break
10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Session 2
11:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Exhibitor Break
11:30 a.m. – 1:15 p.m. Keynote Luncheon – Ashley Wright
1:15 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. Transition Break
1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. Session 3
2:30 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Exhibitor Break
3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Session 4
7:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. Registration and Information Center Open
8:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Exhibits Open
8:30 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. Core Skills Building Workshop
10:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. Exhibitor Break
10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Core Skills Building Workshop
12:15 p.m. – 1:45 p.m. Awards Luncheon
2:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Closing Keynote Session – Rebecca Atkins and Alicia Oglesby
3:30 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Membership Meeting (Immediately following the last session)
Attendance certificates will be located in the program (Participant’s Manual) which may be used for PGP and CEU credits if your district accepts this documentation.
Please visit the ISCA website and become a member or renew your annual membership. Please contact ISCA directly for all membership questions.
Do you need help justifying this conference to your Supervisor? Vying for a good funding source can be challenging sometimes. We have created a letter (modeled from ASCA) you can customize to support your efforts to attend the 2024 ISCA Conference!
Professional Member*
$200
Student & Emeritus Member*
$145
Non-Member
$280
Professional Member*
$150
Student & Emeritus Member*
$115
Non-Member
$230
*Your ISCA membership must be good through November 15, 2024 to qualify for these rates.
**To qualify for the early registration discount, your registration form AND payment (copy of your purchase order, check, or credit card) must be received or postmarked by the early registration cutoff date.
The online registration portal is now closed, but we will be accepting on-site registration at the event. Please bring the Registration Form (see below to download) with your method of payment to the conference.
To pay with a check or purchase order please download the registration form and send it in with your check or purchase order. Registrations cannot be processed without payment. Contact us with questions.
Please Note: If we are forced to cancel the ISCA Conference because of a “force majeure” event, such as a government restriction on large gatherings that cover the intended size of the conference, then we will issue full refunds of the registrations. Otherwise, our normal cancellation policy will be upheld: There will be no refunds after October 14, 2024. All cancellations before October 14, 2024 will be refunded less a $25 handling fee. The association is not responsible for and cannot give refunds due to problems beyond its control, such as weather and school closings.
On social distancing and other health and safety measures, the regulations/guidelines that apply to hotels and conference centers may change. The ISCA Conference will conform to all necessary regulations/guidelines that are in place as of the date of the conference.
Register online below using a credit card, or download the registration form and send it in with your payment.
To pay with a check or purchase order please download the registration form and send it in with your check or purchase order. Registrations cannot be processed without payment. Contact us with questions.
VENUE & HOST HOTEL
7202 E 21st Street
Indianapolis, IN 46219
Reservation information coming soon.
All events of the conference will be located at the Convention Center. Standard rooms at the hotel may be reserved at a special conference rate of $141 plus tax. This rate is valid through October 15, 2024.
You can also book a room by calling (888) 236-2427 or (317) 352-1231. Be sure to mention the Indiana School Counselor Association.
In the evening, make sure you take time to relax and enjoy the surrounding area. Shop at places like the Ann Taylor or Saks Fifth Avenue and eat at restaurants like Maggianos or The Cheesecake Factory. Shop at places like Forever 21 or H&M or go to the AMC Theater to catch that movie you have been wanting to see!
We hope this conference will educate and equip you to do your job well, and we also hope you will take advantage of the wonderful ways you can relax and be refreshed!
National Center for Youth Issues
ATTN: IN-SCA
P.O. Box 22185
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National Center for Youth Issues
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