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November 12, 2026 | 11:30 a.m.
School counselors must negotiate the competing interests of the overregulated school environment, student’s need for confidentiality and the legal rights of parents to be the guiding voice in their children lives. Updates on these competing interests will be discussed through 10 primary court rulings that guide legal work of counselors in schools. Legal rulings will be highlighted in areas such as sexually active students, bullying, academic advising, child abuse, educational records, sexual harassment, first amendment rights, and transgender youth.
Particular attention will be given to the developing laws regarding off-campus cyber speech and other uses of social media that are difficult to address without offending the first amendment. Through case study and the application of federal, state, and judge made laws, participants will actively dialogue in a lively forum. The goal is to facilitate participants’ legal literacy and provide guiding principles to support best ethical practice.
Carolyn will also be presenting a breakout session.
Carolyn Stone, Ed.D., is a Professor Emeritus of Counselor Education at the University of North Florida (UNF). Dr. Stone is a Past President of the American School Counselor Association (ASCA), and in 2010 was presented the ASCA Lifetime Achievement Award. Prior to coming to UNF, Dr. Stone spent 22 years with Jacksonville, Florida’s Public Schools as an elementary and high school counselor, middle school teacher and Supervisor of Guidance Services. She supervised 225 school counselors. Dr. Stone was ASCAs Ethics Chair from 2002 to 2022 and chaired the last four revisions of the ethical standards.
Additional speakers will be announced soon.
November 13, 2026 | 8:30 a.m.
What is the schooling experience like for neurodivergent students? What might it feel like in a neuro-normative society to learn that your child is neurodivergent? How can we reduce or eliminate common barriers that neurodivergent students experience in school? What does it look like to incorporate student and family strengths into support efforts?
Dr. Harris addresses these questions and more using personal narratives and professional insights to facilitate increased empathy, understanding, and self-efficacy of participants.
Paul will also be presenting a breakout session.
Dr. Paul C. Harris is scholar-practitioner committed to building a just world where all are seen, heard, and valued. He has 20+ years of experience as K-12 school counselor, teacher, administrator, and professor. He is currently an associate professor in the counseling and special education department at Virginia Commonwealth University. He is the former president of the Virginia School Counselor Association and formerly served on the American School Counselor Association Board of Directors. He earned his Bachelor’s degree in Health & Physical Education with a concentration in Sports Medicine and his Master’s degree in School Counseling from the University of Virginia, and his Ph.D. in Counselor Education from the University of Maryland. He holds a Master of Divinity degree from Virginia Union University.
Additional speakers will be announced soon.
Schedule highlights are subject to change.
Schedule highlights are subject to change. A detailed schedule will be available closer to the conference.
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CANCELLATION POLICY: If we are forced to cancel the INSCA 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 12, 2026. All cancellations before October 12, 2026 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.
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Covering Kids & Families of Indiana is a statewide free resource for Hoosiers who are uninsured, underinsured, or have questions about their healthcare coverage. While we focus on the Medicaid population, we have staff available to assist with Marketplace enrollment and questions.
Sarah Thompson
Director of Agency Support & Learning Collaborative
(463) 229-0616
sthompson@ckfindiana.org
SCUTA (School Counselor Use of Time Analysis) equips school counselors and district leaders with clarity, evidence, and a common language to develop high-impact, comprehensive school counseling programs. Aligned with national and state standards, SCUTA transforms daily work into meaningful data that increases visibility, improves alignment, and supports student-focused decisions. Using confidential documentation tools and precise use-of-time analysis, SCUTA helps counseling teams demonstrate the scope of their work, advocate for appropriate roles, and identify opportunities to improve services and close gaps. For leaders dedicated to best practices, accountability, and equitable outcomes, SCUTA offers an efficient way to monitor program implementation, support counselors, and communicate results with confidence and accuracy.
Alani Staples
Director of Outreach and Engagement
alani@myscuta.com
SchooLinks is a modern college and career readiness platform that supports districts’ implementation of a comprehensive curriculum and framework to prepare students for the post-secondary pathway of their choice. Containing more than eighty interactive student experiences from interest discoveries, academic planning, and soft skill development – SchooLinks offers internship matching, career mentorship, industry partner management, and more to help districts support holistic postsecondary readiness. Our unified solution supports South Carolina’s initiatives for improved student outcomes and postsecondary readiness.
Andrew Kalish
akalish@schoolinks.com
Indiana Online, a department of the Central Indiana Educational Service Center (CIESC), is the largest non-profit online course provider in the state. As a nationally accredited online program through AccredVEd and Cognia, we partner with schools to offer over 180 rigorous supplemental courses, a full-time virtual solution for middle and high school students, and other programs to meet your unique needs. The majority of courses offered are developed by Indiana Online and are all taught by highly qualified Indiana-licensed teachers. Indiana Online offers flexible, open enrollment throughout the school year. We also offer a robust summer school program for middle and high school students. Districts put their trust in us to help their students earn credits towards graduation.
Amy Jones
Outreach Specialist
(463) 276-7847
ajones@indianaonline.org
RethinkEd helps districts turn whole child and whole educator frameworks into everyday practice. Through one connected platform, essential supports come together with actionable insights – reducing reliance on siloed, fragmented solutions. Rather than treating academics, behavior, mental health, and educator support as separate efforts, we bring these areas into a unified system designed for consistent use across schools. Curriculum, interventions, professional learning, and data work together to support students’ academic, behavioral, and emotional growth while strengthening educator capacity and confidence. Built by educators and grounded in evidence, our platform aligns with trusted standards and research-based best practices used across K–12 education. Districts partner with RethinkEd to extend the strong work already happening in their schools and build sustainable systems where students thrive and educators feel supported.
Corinne Bishop
Director of Sales
(347) 797-4756
corinne.bishop@rethinked.com
The Indiana Career Apprenticeship Pathway (INCAP) is a new education and training option for Hoosiers that combines classroom learning with paid, on-the-job training. For high school students, INCAP offers a new way to earn their diploma and gain the in-demand skills Indiana’s employers need. INCAP serves as an “options multiplier” for high schoolers, giving them the foundation to immediately enter the workforce upon completing their apprenticeship, or continue their education within INCAP or in college, all while knowing they’ll receive credit for what they learned in their INCAP program.
Erica Shonkwiler
Project and Events Manager
(317) 663-4189
shonkwiler@RMFF.org
The Indiana Academy for Science, Mathematics, and Humanities consistently ranks as one of the best high schools and serves as a trusted resource in high ability and gifted education. The Indiana Academy provides an exceptional experience (residential and commuter) specifically designed for gifted, high ability, and high achieving students. Additionally, the Academy reaches educators with professional development and K-12 students with enrichment programs, summer camps, and online AP/Dual Credit.
For more information, please contact s, Director of External Affairs at (765) 285-4303 or outreach@bsu.edu.
Julie Tuttle Davis
Director of External Affairs
(765) 285-4303
outreach@bsu.edu
Landed is a student-centered planning platform that helps learners move from where they are to where they want to go. Using an intuitive, guided experience, students explore careers, research postsecondary options, set meaningful goals, and build an education plan that connects today’s courses to tomorrow’s opportunities.
What makes Landed different is ownership. Students aren’t just completing activities—they’re designing a path. Through a point-based progression, profile milestones, and portfolio-building tools, Landed turns career planning into an engaging, developmentally appropriate journey from middle school through graduation.
For educators and districts, Landed provides a structured, scalable way to support personalized learning and postsecondary readiness—while giving students clarity, direction, and confidence in what comes next.
Jennifer Sloan
Career Design and Project Strategist
(859) 608-8482
jennie.sloan@landed.us
QuaverReady brings readiness skills to life for students. Our curriculum equips students with the skills necessary for success in school and beyond. Our engaging, fully digital, and standards-aligned Pre-K–8 curriculum program ensures students are ready to face the challenges and opportunities ahead.
Eric Wormsbaker
(629) 702-7388
EricWormsbaker@QuaverEd.com
At Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, we ensure our members get and stay healthy. We are committed to providing high quality care, delivering value to our providers, and helping improve the health of communities. Every day, we strive to simplify and innovate the health care experience for those we serve.
Nia Jameson
Community Relations Representative, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield
(463) 239-0771
Nia.Jameson@anthem.com
We are the Central Midwest Carpenters – over 37,000 men and women proudly building America. Entering our apprenticeship is the best way to start your career as a carpenter, millwright, or floor coverer. We take an “earn-as-you-learn” approach to our apprenticeship, ensuring you can earn a good, living wage with benefits for your family – right from the start.
Our apprenticeship is a four-year program that gives you a solid education, in the classroom and on the job. With apprentices starting year-round, you learn the best techniques—from the most experienced craftsmen and women in the field—building a foundation that will help you be successful throughout your career. You won’t go into debt getting your education either, in fact, you’ll make money throughout your apprenticeship.
Central Midwest Carpenters apprenticeships offer a direct path to a rewarding career and a financially solid future. Financial security, high demand careers, pride in your skills, and a sense of community
Claire Berger
Program Development Specialist
(317) 220-4028
cberger@ikorccjatf.org
