March 15-17, 2026
Renaissance Framingham Hotel & Conference Center
Framingham, MA
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The online registration portal for in-person attendance is now closed, but we will be accepting on-site registration at the event. Please bring the Registration Form with your method of payment to the conference. You can also register online for the virtual only option. See the Registration section below.
Sessions and registration will be available until May 31, 2025. See details below.
Assumption University, a private Catholic liberal arts institution, fosters intellectual curiosity, purposeful discovery, and commitment to the common good. Located in Worcester, MA, Assumption serves 2,000 undergrad and grad students in a close-knit academic community with an average class size of 11. Assumption integrates Catholic liberal education with career preparation, forming graduates distinguished by intellectual rigor, thoughtful citizenship, and readiness for meaningful careers. Assumption is ranked in the 96th percentile nationally for ROI and we are committed to putting students first in all that we do. Assumption is a place where students will become the very best version of themselves.
For more information, please contact Dr. Katie Moulton, Associate Vice President for Enrollment at (508) 767-7140 or kt.moulton@assumption.edu.
Building Trades training Directors Association is the premier organization for building trades apprenticeships. We are located throughout the commonwealth and have apprenticeship opportunities for excellent paying careers with outstanding benefits. The registered apprenticeship model is one of the oldest teaching models in history.
The building trades apprenticeships are a earn as you learn model and apprentices who complete their apprenticeship have little to no debt.
There over 20 appreciable trades in our association.
For more information, please contact Richard Carter at rick@local12training.org or (617) 697-8018.
At Guidelight our approach to treatment is to meet you where you are, acknowledging that each person’s journey is unique and important.
All clients are approached in a trauma-informed and evidence-based way. Our clinics offer intermediate levels of care, commonly referred to as Partial Hospitalization Programs (PHPs) and Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOPs) for Adolescents (12-18) and Adults (18+).
Our mission is to make these essential levels of care accessible, ensuring that clients receive the support they deserve on your journey to mental health.
– We are an evidence-based (CBT, DBT, ACT) group therapy focused program.
– While in our program we offer individual sessions, family sessions, and medication management
– We offer in-person, hybrid and full virtual programming
– We accept most commercial, Mass Health/Medicaid insurances.
– We communicate and collaborate with outpatient providers/prescribers, schools, supports to ensure everyone is informed and on the same page
For more information, please contact Matt Nicoli, Director Clinical Outreach at (617) 693-0260 or matt.nicoli@guidelighthealth.com.
Located in Newton, MA, ilearn wellness group will provide partial hospitalization, intensive outpatient programming, and psychotherapy services to adolescents from ages 12-18. Our multidisciplinary treatment team will utilize a combined approach of adolescent medicine, behavioral health, and educational professionals. The patient’s progress will be monitored as they progress toward the goal of successfully returning to age-appropriate activities in their/the patients school and community.
For more information, please contact Lisa Sundstrom, Community Outreach Liaison at (774) 519-6411 or intake@ilearnwellness.com.
Imagine Learning creates K–12 learning solutions that support the boundless potential of students in more than half the districts nationwide. Empowered with data and insights from educators, we innovate to shape the future of education with a robust, digital-first portfolio of school services and core, courseware, and supplemental solutions. Imagine Learning. Empower potential.
For more information, please contact Greg Moore, Area Director at (774) 238-0945 or greg.moore@imaginelearning.com.
InStride Health is a specialty anxiety and/or OCD treatment program for children, teens, and young adults (ages 7-24) and their families/caregivers. We specialize in supporting patients whose anxiety/OCD is significantly impairing daily life (school avoidance, social isolation, family disruption, physical manifestations, etc.) Each InStride patient is supported by their own dedicated care team including a therapist, psychiatrist, and exposure coach. Their individualized treatment plans include individual, family, and group therapy, exposure coaching, and medication management as needed. We are also in-network with many major commercial insurances to help make care accessible.
For more information, please contact Caitlin Costello at (617) 448-5953 or caitlin.costello@instride.health.
The Massachusetts National Guard has been protecting and enhancing the lives of Bay Staters for nearly four centuries. Our members serve part-time while attending college, pursuing full-time careers, and raising families within the Commonwealth. Contact us to learn more about how the National Guard can help your students on their paths to debt-free higher education and success as members of the Massachusetts community.
For more information, please contact MSG Ken Dowd at 774-573-5287 or Kenneth.e.Dowd.mil@army.mil
MEFA’s mission, since our founding in 1982, been to help students and families access and afford higher education and reach financial goals through education programs, tax-advantaged savings plans, low-cost loans, and expert guidance. All of our work aligns with the ever-present goal to support the independence, growth, and success of students and families. MEFA Pathway is MEFA’s college and career planning web portal, available at no cost for students in grades 6-12.
For more information contact MEFA’s K-12 Services team at k12support@mefa.org.
Milton Hershey School is one of the world’s best private schools, where qualifying students in pre-kindergarten through 12th grade live on campus. Students receive an exceptional educational experience, nurturing home life, college and career readiness support, and comprehensive health and wellness care, including medical and dental services, food, and clothing—with all costs covered.
For more information, please contact Charlie Harcourt at 802-500-7795 or harcourtc@mhs-pa.org.
OnDeck Marketing is a higher-education marketing agency that helps colleges and universities connect with students in moments that matter. We specialize in high-impact digital advertising placed inside high schools and on college campuses, where students naturally spend their time and attention.
By combining real world visibility with thoughtful strategy, OnDeck helps institutions build awareness, support recruitment goals, and illustrate educational pathways in a way that feels authentic to students. Our campaigns are designed to complement broader marketing efforts, providing consistent presence, measurable reach, and meaningful engagement in high-traffic learning environments.
We partner closely with admissions, marketing, and enrollment teams to create student-first campaigns that align with institutional goals – turning everyday campus spaces into opportunities for connection.
For more information, please contact Brett Kah, Account Executive at (919) 971-0116 or brett@ondeckmktg.com.
Pathful provides Massachusetts school counselors with comprehensive tools to implement MYCAP requirements while managing large caseloads efficiently. Built for counseling 300-450+ students, Pathful delivers career exploration assessments, academic planning aligned with MassCore graduation requirements, work-based learning coordination, and post-secondary preparation—all integrated so students develop cohesive career and academic plans in one system. Enhanced by Jobready360, the platform includes graduation planning, course sequencing, digital workflows, and automated processes that eliminate paperwork while ensuring every student completes required MYCAP components. Robust data dashboards show instantly which students have completed plans, who needs intervention, and where your time will have greatest impact—transforming overwhelming caseload management into strategic, data-informed support.
For more information, please contact Rebecca Pickens, Senior Regional Sales Manager at (954) 326-0535 or rpickens@pathful.com.
At Porter and Chester Institute (PCI), we are committed to helping students gain the technical and professional skills they need to succeed in their chosen careers through hands-on, industry-modeled, student-centered education — building futures one student at a time.
For more information, please contact Jack Burke at jburke@porterchester.com or (860) 402-9173.
QuaverReady is a fully online, teacher-led curriculum supporting essential readiness skills for school and life. We provide a full year of K–8 lessons based on the five core competencies. School counselors, teachers, and all support staff may facilitate lessons on Academic achievement, Bullying, and Resilience. Visit Quavered.com/preview.
For more information, please contact Chris Rymes, Director of Sales at (629) 702-7393 or ChrisRymes@QuaverEd.com.
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. Explore what’s possible at rethinked.com.
For more information, please contact Corinne Bishop, Director of Sales at (347) 797-4756 or corinne.bishop@rethinked.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 district initiatives for improved student outcomes and postsecondary readiness.
For more information, please contact Lauren Schulten at lschulten@schoolinks.com.
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.
For more information, please contact Alani at alani@myscuta.com.
Sown To Grow is a MTSS program that ensures every student is seen, supported, & learning at their best. We partner with schools & districts to improve student social, emotional, & academic health through easy & engaging check-ins that center student experiences in proactive support. Students are invited to reflect on their feelings & experiences through an interactive journal. This Tier 1 routine helps students build belonging & key life skills, with actionable pathways for identifying and supporting Tier 2 & 3 needs.
Admin get real-time well-being data, MTSS recommendations, early warning alerts, Tier 1 & 2 curriculum, pre/post assessment, supportive PD, & powerful artifacts of student growth. Sown To Grow is designed by educators and funded by the U.S. Department of Education, National Sciences Foundation, & Digital Promise. This simple reflection routine has been proven to increase student belonging & attendance by helping schools & districts proactively support students.
For more information, please contact Colin Gilbert, Senior Director, Partnerships & Pedagogy at (415) 745-9465 or mtss@sowntogrow.com.
“On average, tuition tends to increase about 8% per year. An 8% college inflation rate means that the cost of college doubles about every nine years.” (Finaid.org) Planning for these expenses has become essential. Some families have children attending college next year and others have years to plan, but the fears of tackling these monumental and rising costs are the same. The College Funding Coach® is here to help families figure out HOW to pay for it and still retire one day.
For more information, please contact Kareen Blake at kblake@thecollegefundingcoach.org or (781) 990-5148.
At West Point, you’ll get more than a top-tier education and the world’s best leadership training. You’ll be inspired to reach your full potential by a community dedicated to growing character, achieving excellence, and serving the nation.
For more information, please contact Kyle Fredrickson, Northeast Regional Admissions Officer at (845) 938-5721 or admissionsne@westpoint.edu.
Army Reserve Officer Training Corps (ROTC) is one of the most demanding and successful leadership programs in the country. For years, Army ROTC has been creating leaders who go on to rewarding careers in the military and civilian worlds. Army ROTC’s college leadership program offers a commission as a second lieutenant in either the active Army or Reserves/National Guard in a variety of career fields including Combat Arms (Aviation, Armor, Artillery, Infantry, or Engineers). ROTC also provides you with discipline and money for tuition while enhancing your college experience. There are two-, three-, and four-year scholarship programs available, as well as funds for stipends and book expenses.
As a program, we recruit and retain quality Cadets who would best serve the Nation. We educate and train Cadets on Army officership, Army Values, standards and operations. Cadets are coached and mentored to be leaders of Soldiers. Our result is quality Commissioned Army Officers of character, armed with the tools to succeed and ready to lead our Nation’s Soldiers.
For more information, please contact Scott Braithwaite, Scholarship & Enrollment Officer at (617) 312-4451 or sbraith1@bu.edu.
When your students have a crisis, where do they go? WellHubs, a product of Dynamic Influence, is your school’s dedicated wellness ecosystem that puts 24/7 access to vetted information (that you have 100% control over), your school resources, and local professionals in the pockets of students and parents. Giving them trusted information when they need it most. With zero friction — no sign-up, no login, no personal data collected — access is instant. Flexible funding options make it work for any district. Stop by our booth to learn more!
For more information, please contact Robert Hackenson Jr at (508) 963-5555 or robert@dynamicinfluence.com.
For busy school counselors and district administrators, Xello is the only K-12 software that genuinely engages every student in creating a plan for future success. With a program students love to use, Xello helps educators work more efficiently, effortlessly meet college and career readiness goals, and easily equip kids with the skills and knowledge to be future ready.
Learn how you can help every student, regardless of background, ability, or pathway, build their plan for future success!
For more information contact Meghan Foster, Director of Sales at (800) 965-8541 or meghanf@xello.world.
We are excited that the 2026 MASCA Conference will offer both an in-person experience and a virtual option! Whether you would like to getaway from your routine or stay in the comfort of your own home we have options for you. See the breakdown for what each offers.
All who register will have access to the virtual conference portal. The virtual conference portal will have recorded versions of the general keynote sessions. The availability of the recorded keynote and general sessions is TBD. The online portal will also have prerecorded breakout sessions covering multiple topics available to view when the conference begins on March 15, 2026. The pre-conference sessions will only be live and in person. They will not be available with the virtual option.
All sessions in the online portal will be available to view until May 31, 2026.
Keynote Sessions
In-Person Experience: Live and access to recorded sessions.
Virtual Option: Recorded live and access to recorded sessions. Livestream not available.
Pre-Conference Sessions
In-Person Experience: Live. (These sessions will not be recorded and made available online.)
Virtual Option: N/A
Breakout Sessions
In-Person Experience: Live and access to all pre-recorded sessions.
Virtual Option: Access to all pre-recorded sessions.
Professional Development Points and Graduate Credit
Professional Development Points – You can earn 10+ PDPs for attending the keynote and breakout sessions for the conference. You must pay an additional $30 processing fee via the MASCA website. At the beginning of the conference you will receive an email with the Google form that must be completed. PDPs will not be issued until payment is received and the form is completed. You cannot earn fewer than 10 PDPs. The deadline to view virtual recordings is May 31, 2026 and the deadline to submit the PDP form is Friday, June 12, 2025.
Continuing Education – There is a $80 charge to earn up to 8 CEs. You will be given specific instructions at the beginning of every session/keynote as to what you do to get credit for that session. You can only earn CEs for in-person sessions. You will need to register and pay online (or create an invoice). It is important to understand that applying for CEs is separate from your conference registration. Additionally, you will not be issued your CEs until your invoice has been paid. The deadline to submit the CE form is Friday, March 27, 2026.
Graduate credit – You may apply to Lindenwood University for 1, 2 or 3 graduate credits any time during or after the conference. The graduate credit registration is open for spring 2026 and summer 2026. For detailed syllabus and registration, reach out to Azam Nathaniel, Program Manager at k12pd@lindenwood.edu or anathaniel@lindenwood.edu. View the flyer with more details here. The cost per credit hour is $80.
Exhibitors & Sponsors
In-Person Experience: Live only
Virtual Option: N/A
Networking
In-Person Experience: Live only
Virtual Option: N/A
Meals and Refreshments
In-Person Experience: Live only
Virtual Option: N/A
Opening Keynote Session
March 16, 2026| 8:00 a.m.
Ripple effects are created by small disruptions that have the power and potential to continue to spread far beyond the starting point. In education, we are given daily opportunities to ignite ripple effects with our students that have the power and potential to transcend the walls of our schools and positively impact their life trajectory. These are opportunities that we should not take lightly and should be done with thoughtfulness and intentionality.
Discover proactive strategies that are designed to reimagine systems and processes that are centered on student outcomes. From the integration of student mental health and well-being to academic achievement, to transformational teaming that is centered on data-informed decisions, to the development of a multi-tiered system of support that is designed to meet the needs of ALL students. Each of these strategies will encourage us to think differently about how we can best support the students we serve and is centered around this guiding question – “what ‘ripple effects’ are you hoping to start with your students and how do you hope they spread far beyond the walls of our schools?”
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Danielle Duarte, Ed.L.D. is passionate about supporting students’ academic success, college and career readiness, and social-emotional development while using data to demonstrate the impact of comprehensive school counseling programs. A former school counselor, counseling grant project director, and adjunct faculty member, Danielle now serves as President of Hatching Results, where she leads national efforts to strengthen data-driven school counseling systems.
Earlier in her career, Danielle successfully wrote and directed a $1.1 million Elementary and Secondary School Counseling Program Grant for her district, hiring, training, and supporting school counselors in the development of comprehensive programs. Over the past decade, she has trained thousands of educators nationwide and co-authored two books on Tier 1 school counseling programming.
Danielle has served on the Board of Directors for the California Association of School Counselors, including as President, and on the Cal Aggie Alumni Association (UC Davis) Board. She is also a certified Harvard Data Wise Coach and AVID Staff Developer.
Featured in San Diego Magazine’s “17 Big Ideas for 2017: Let’s Implement More School Counseling Programs,” Danielle believes every student can succeed with the right systems of support and well-trained school counselors leading the way.
Closing Keynote Session
March 17, 2026| 10:30 a.m.
In this closing keynote, Dr. Paul Harris invites school counselors to reimagine their role in advancing equity by centering the strengths of students, families, and communities. Drawing from his antiracist strengths-based framework, Dr. Harris will share four practical ways counselors can pursue equity with clarity, purpose, and hope. Attendees will leave inspired and equipped to carry forward the equity mission with renewed energy and focus.
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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.
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**Available for in-person only.
Pre-Conference Session**
March 15, 2025| 2:00 p.m.
Presented by Ali Robidoux, Ryan Robidoux, and James Burke
Designed for all levels of AI users, will explore how rapidly evolving AI models, apps, and platforms are reshaping the counseling landscape, from engaging students in more personalized ways, to strengthening communication with families and stakeholders, to streamlining tasks that free up your time for meaningful student interactions. Participants will walk away with hands-on strategies, creative examples, and inspiration to use AI not only as a professional tool but also as a fun, dynamic way to create engaging resources. Come ready to learn, play, and discover how AI can elevate your role as a counselor, while staying grounded in the mission of supporting student success.
Pre-Conference Session**
March 15, 2025| 2:00 p.m.
Presented by Danielle Duarte
The true “magic” of the counseling profession occurs when professionals are able to capitalize on the inherent art of building trusting relationships through providing reflective listening and inquiry with the science of using data and evidence-based strategies. Unfortunately, it is the science of the profession that tends to provide more of a challenge, but can be the difference-maker in informing your practice to better serve your students. Learn proactive data-driven strategies to ensure your inherent intentions around your school counseling services align to your desired impact on student outcomes.
Pre-Conference Session**
March 15, 2025| 2:00 p.m.
Presented by Paula Brault
Is your social-emotional learning curriculum falling by the wayside? Are students and faculty complaining about needing to participate? Dr. Brault will discuss using student voice to develop curriculum that is relevant, fun to participate in, and has a combination of activities that are student requested and “must haves.” Be prepared to leave the session with materials, ideas, and an action plan for your school. This is a “hands-on” workshop!
Pre-Conference Session**
March 15, 2025| 2:00 p.m.
Presented by Nicole Ward, Rachel Flagg, and Ryan Beck
Make the most of your conference experience! In this interactive session, grad students will learn how to navigate the conference with purpose, network with confidence, and practice real-world networking skills in a supportive space. Walk away with practical tips and greater confidence to connect, engage, and stand out — both during the conference and throughout your career.
Pre-Conference Session**
March 15, 2025| 2:00 p.m.
Presented by Paul Harris
This pre-conference session will challenge participants to engage restorative approaches as a critical pathway toward equity that is lived and not just spoken. Participants will explore restorative concepts such as the social engagement window and the fundamental hypothesis, and leave with practical strategies to build trust, strengthen relationships, respond to harm constructively, and foster inclusive learning environments where every student is seen/heard, valued and supported.
Pre-Conference Session**
March 15, 2025| 2:00 p.m.
Presented by Melinda Cripps
Every decision a school counselor makes can shape a student’s future—and ethical choices are often at the center. In this interactive session, we’ll unpack the basics of school counseling ethics, explore the ASCA Ethical Standards, and tackle the gray areas counselors face every day. Through real-world scenarios, discussion, and peer collaboration, you’ll practice applying ethical decision-making models in a safe, supportive space.
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11:00 a.m – 4:00 p.m. Registration and Information Center Open
11:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. Exhibits Open
2:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. Pre-Conference Sessions**
3:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Snack Break with Exhibitors
5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Sunday Evening Reception
7:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Registration and Information Center Open
7:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Exhibits Open
7:00 a.m. – 8:00 a.m. Breakfast
8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. Welcome and Opening Keynote Session – Danielle Duarte*
9:00 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. Extended Break with Exhibitors
9:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. Breakout Session 1
10:30 a.m. – 10:45 a.m Break with Exhibitors – Visit Poster Sessions
10:45 a.m. – 11:45 a.m. Breakout Session 2 – SIG Meetings
11:45 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Awards Lunch
1:00 p.m. – 1:15 p.m. Break with Exhibitors – Visit Poster Sessions
1:15 p.m. – 2:15 p.m. Breakout Session 3
2:15 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. Break with Exhibitors – Visit Poster Sessions
2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Breakout Session 4
3:30 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Extended Break with Exhibitors
4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. Breakout Session 5
5:00 p.m. Monday Evening Reception & BINGO
7:00 a.m. – 8:00 a.m. Morning Relaxation Yoga with Tama Lang
7:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Registration and Information Center Open
7:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. Exhibits Open
8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. Breakout Session 6
9:00 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. Extended Break with Exhibitors
9:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. Breakout Session 7
10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Annual Meeting, Brunch, Raffle, and Closing Keynote Session – Paul Harris*
12:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. Board Meeting
12:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. Data Training Session
*Recorded live, available later
**Available for in-person only
MASCA is an approved PDP provider. Attendees can earn by attending the Full Conference on April 3-4, 2023. PDP info will be shared with all registrants.
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Calling All Graduate Students! MASCA is now accepting proposals for the graduate student poster session for the 2026 MASCA Conference! The conference will offer both an in-person experience and a virtual option. Consequently, the graduate student poster session will also have both in-person and virtual components! Click the button to learn more and to submit your proposal.
Presenting a poster during graduate studies is a wonderful opportunity for you to showcase your work. Proposals are due Friday, December 12, 2025 at 11:59 p.m. without exception. Questions about the graduate student poster session can be directed to Dr. Maria Letasz at mletasz@westfield.ma.edu.
You may apply to Lindenwood University for graduate credit any time during or after the conference. The graduate credit registration is open for Spring 2026 and Summer 2026. For detailed syllabus and registration, reach out to Azam Nathaniel, Program Manager at k12pd@lindenwood.edu or anathaniel@lindenwood.edu.
You may apply to Lindenwood University for graduate credit any time during or after the conference. The graduate credit registration is open for Spring 2025 and Summer 2025, and the cost is $75 per credit hour. For detailed syllabus and registration, reach out to Azam Nathaniel, Program Manager at k12pd@lindenwood.edu or anathaniel@lindenwood.edu.
The online registration portal for in-person attendance is now closed, but we will be accepting on-site registration at the event. Please bring the Registration Form with your method of payment to the conference. You can also register online for the virtual only option. See the Registration section below.
Please visit the MASCA website and become a member or renew your annual membership. Please contact MASCA 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 2026 MASCA Conference!
MASCA is now accepting proposals for the graduate student poster session at the 2025 MASCA Conference! We are excited to announce that the 2025 MASCA Conference will offer both an in-person experience and a virtual option. Consequently, the graduate student poster session will also have in-person and virtual components.
Interested graduate students can learn more and submit their proposals using the portal linked here. Presenting a poster during graduate studies is a wonderful opportunity for you to showcase your work.
Proposals are due Sunday, December 29, 2024 at 11:59 p.m. without exception.
Questions about the graduate student poster session can be directed to Dr. Maria Letasz at mletasz@westfield.ma.edu.
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Professional Member*
In-Person: $85
Student Member*
In-Person: $30
Retiree Member*
In-Person: $70
Non-Member
In-Person: $105
*Your MASCA membership must be good through March 17th, 2026 to qualify for these rates.
**If you register for the Main Conference as a Non-Member you will receive a complimentary MASCA membership. Pre-Conference Only registration does not include a complimentary MASCA membership.
***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 MASCA 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 February 15, 2026. All cancellations before February 15, 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.
On social distancing and other health and safety measures, the regulations/guidelines that apply to hotels and conference centers may change. The MASCA Conference will conform to all necessary regulations/guidelines that are in place as of the date of the conference.
If you transfer your registration from Virtual to In-Person (or vice versa), a $25 transaction fee will apply.
Online registration is for the virtual only option.
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
1657 Worcester Road
Framingham, MA 01701
All events of the conference will be located at the Renaissance Framingham Hotel. Standard rooms at the hotel may be reserved at a special conference rate of $162 plus tax. This rate is valid through February 27, 2026, while rooms are available.
For phone reservations, call Marriott reservations at 1-888-236-2427. Please mention the dates of the conference (March 15-17, 2026), the “Renaissance Framingham Hotel” and the “Massachusetts School Counselors Association Conference,” or the group code: MA2MA2G to receive the discounted conference rate.
OVERFLOW HOTEL
1659 Worcester Road
Framingham, MA 01701
The Fairfield Inn and Suites is connected to the venue at the Sheraton Hotel and Conference Center. Standard rooms at the hotel may be reserved at a special conference rate of $166 plus tax. This includes breakfast. This rate is valid through March 11, 2025, has been extended to March 18, 2025.
For phone reservations, call Fairfield by Marriott reservations at 1-508-270-8500. Please mention the “Massachusetts School Counselors Association Conference” or the group code: MASMASA to receive the discounted conference rate.
Framingham lies mid-way between Boston and Worcester and offers a nice getaway from the business of everyday life. You can find one-of-a-kind shops and boutiques, along with local restaurants and brewpubs. For more information about the things to do in Framingham, click the link below.
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: MASCA
P.O. Box 22185
Chattanooga, TN 37422-2185
Make all checks and purchase orders payable to:
National Center for Youth Issues
The Attendee will receive an email confirmation to the email address provided when their registration is processed. (Make sure to check Junk/Spam folders.) Please allow ample time for processing.
Please contact MASCA directly with all membership questions.
Sponsors receive attendee contact information.
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