November 2-4, 2025
Embassy Suites & Frisco Convention Center
7600 John Q Hammons Drive Frisco, TX 75034
We hope to see you next year!
Details to come.
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 at stephanie@myscuta.com.
ALL PRO DAD® is the fatherhood program of Family First, a non-profit organization encouraging every parent to be actively involved in the lives of their children. The ALL PRO DAD® School Chapter program is an exciting and impactful monthly experience that builds great relationships and transforms school communities.
For more information, please contact Keith Schumacher, School Engagement Specialist at (678) 859-6139 and keith.schumacher@familyfirst.net.
Keynote Session
November 3, 2024| 1:00 p.m.
Join Russ for an insightful keynote presentation that delves into the realm of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the context of school counseling. This engaging session is designed for school counselors seeking to comprehend the fundamentals of AI and its application in their profession. Dr. Sabella will equip school counselors with the knowledge and insights needed to leverage AI effectively, fostering a future-ready approach to school counseling. Don’t miss this opportunity to explore the transformative potential of AI in shaping the future of your work.
Dr. Russell Sabella is currently a Professor of Counseling in the College of Health Professions & Social Work, Florida Gulf Coast University and President of Sabella & Associates. He is well known for his Technology Boot Camp for Counselors workshops conducted throughout the country. Dr. Sabella is Past President (2003-2004) of the American School Counselor Association. He has trained and consulted with thousands of school counselors, educators, parents, and organizational leaders throughout the country.
Russ is the co-author of two books entitled Confronting Sexual Harassment Learning Activities for Teens and Counseling in the 21st Century: Using Technology to Improve Practice. He is also the author of the popular SchoolCounselor.com, A Friendly and Practical Guide to the World Wide Web as well as GuardingKids.com, A Practical Guide to Keeping Kids Out of High Tech Trouble.
Keynote Session
November 4, 2024| 8:30 a.m.
Life is full of obstacles, some come to us at an early stage in life, some throughout our adulthood. Obstacles in life can be used in one of two ways: AS FIRE to SURVIVE or as an EXCUSE to halt us from achieving to the best of our ability. Both youth & adults experience social and emotional barriers that may prevent them from overcoming and learning from life. Counselors will learn what it means to become a hero for themselves in everything that we do and speak, then transfer that effect unto our students, creating a sense of belonging that engages them in a place that reaches hearts first.
Born and raised in the projects, Rizo’s life experiences have created a profound commitment within to nurture both emotional and intellectual growth and create a transformative learning experience with her audiences. Her messages on overcoming poverty, mental illness, an identity crisis, and a lack of self-love reach the hearts of youth and adults. A former teacher and school counselor, Rizo aims to inspire youth to be boundless in overcoming obstacles and be their true authentic self. She strives to inspire adults to reach hearts before minds and face their own challenges head on with tenacity, while championing their own well-being. Rizo is currently a doctoral candidate in Social-emotional Learning at National University and looking forward to becoming Dr. Rizo Speaks Life.
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Tentative
12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Registration and Information Center Open
12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Exhibits Open
1:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Opening Keynote Session – Russ Sabella
2:30 p.m. to 2:45 p.m. Transition Break
2:45 p.m. to 3:45 p.m. Breakout Session 1
3:45 p.m. to 4:15 p.m. Refreshment Break with Exhibitors
4:15 p.m. to 5:15 p.m. Breakout Session 2
6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Awards Gala Dinner
7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Registration and Information Center Open
7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Exhibits Open
8:30 a.m. to 10:30.m. Opening General Session: President’s Remarks and Keynote Session – Laura Rizo
10:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Break – Visit Exhibitors
11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Breakout Session 3
12:15 p.m. to 1:15 p.m. Chill, Connect, Dine, and Express Learning Sessions A (B.O. 4)
1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Chill, Connect, Dine, and Express Learning Sessions B (B.O. 5)
2:30 p.m. to 2:45 p.m. Transition Break
2:45 p.m. to 3:45 p.m. Breakout Session 6
3:45 p.m. to 4:15 p.m. Refreshment Break with Exhibitors
4:15 p.m. to 5:15 p.m. Breakout Session 7 – LSSSCA Track
5:15 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. President’s Reception (Embassy Suites Atrium)
8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Registration and Information Center Open
8:00 a.m. to 11:15 a.m. Exhibits Open
8:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. Breakout Session 8
9:30 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. Coffee Break with Exhibitors
10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Breakout Session 9
11:00 a.m. to 11:15 a.m. Transition Break – Last Chance to see Exhibitors
11:15 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. Closing Ceremony
15.5 SBEC CPE hours available (#902-466)
15.5 LPC CPE hours available (2740)
If you have recently registered for the conference and have paid your membership fee with your registration, your record will be updated with LSSSCA. Please allow for processing time in case you receive a notification about membership due being owed. Thank you for your understanding.
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 LSSSCA Conference!
Professional Member*
$175
Student & Retiree Member*
$135
Non-Member
$235
*You must have a LSSSCA Membership good through November 5, 2024 to receive the Member Price. To take advantage of the discounted Member prices, renew your membership if needed, which can be done below when you register.
**To qualify for the Early Registration Rate, 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.
CANCELLATION POLICY: If we are forced to cancel the LSSSCA 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 3, 2024. All cancellations before October 3, 2024 will be refunded less a $25 handling fee. The conference is not responsible for and cannot give refunds due to problems beyond its control such as weather or school closings.
On social distancing and other health and safety measures, the LSSSCA Conference will conform to all necessary regulations/guidelines that are in place in Frisco, TX 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.
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VENUE & HOST HOTEL
7600 John Q Hammons Drive
Frisco, TX 75034
Reservation information coming soon.
The Embassy Suites, the Conference’s host hotel, has a conference rate of $169* per night, plus tax, which remains valid for reservations made by October 15, 2025, while rooms are available. The price includes full, cook-to-order breakfast and evening Manager’s Reception.
*Please note from the hotel: Keep in mind that the rate is showing applicable charges. Please continue with selecting your preferred room type and on the checkout page, the group rate will be reflected when you click the “show price details”. The card you put on file will not be charged until after you depart.
You can also book a room by calling (972) 712-7200. Press #1 for Reservations. Please be sure to mention the “91W” group code.
OVERFLOW HOTEL:
7550 Gaylord Pkwy
Frisco, TX 75034
The Hilton Garden Inn, within easy walking distance from the Embassy Suites, has a conference rate of $163 per night, plus tax, which remains valid for reservations made by October 18, 2024, while rooms are available. The group rate includes to 2 breakfast vouchers per room and complimentary self-parking.
You can also book a room by calling (469) 362-8485. Please be sure to tell the hotel that you are with the “LSSSCA 2024” group.
OVERFLOW HOTEL:
2000 Parkwood Boulevard
Frisco, TX 75034
The Home2 Suites, within easy walking distance from the Embassy Suites, has a conference rate of $160 per night, plus tax, which remains valid for reservations made by October 14, 2024, while rooms are available. The group rate includes complimentary parking and breakfast.
You can also book a room by calling (972) 377-7300. Please be sure to mention you are with the “Lone Star State School Counselor Association.”
Guests inquiring about paying with a check:
The Home2Suites can accept checks for payment, but guests must mail the check by the week of October 11, 2024, so the hotel has it by their check in date.
If the school or district is paying, the guest will need to call the hotel and get a credit card authorization form to have on file for their charges. Or, the guest will need to use their own credit card and have a receipt for reimbursements.
In the evening, make sure you take time to relax and enjoy the surrounding area. Visit the Stonebriar Centre, one mile from the Embassy Suites. You can sit back and relax at the many restaurants at the Stonebriar, such as Cheesecake Factory, California Pizza Kitchen, Perry’s Steakhouse and Grill, and Dave and Busters, along with others. The Stonebriar Centre also has an AMC movie theater, so you can finally watch that movie you have been wanting to see. Enjoy shopping at the Sam Moon, Williams & Sonoma, Coach, Yankee Candle, Sephora, Forever 21, Barnes & Noble, and many more!
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: LSSSCA
P.O. Box 22185
Chattanooga, TN 37422-2185
Make all checks and purchase orders payable to:
National Center for Youth Issues
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Please contact LSSSCA directly with all membership questions.
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