November 16-18, 2023
Hilton Albany
40 Lodge Street | Albany, NY 12207
We hope to see you next year!
The Reserve Officer Training Corps (ROTC) is a training program of the United States armed forces present on college campuses to recruit and educate commissioned officers. It is designed as a college elective, and studies focus on leadership development, problem solving, strategic planning, and professional ethics. Army ROTC teaches the skills needed to be a successful leader. It combines classroom time with hands-on experience while students also learn leadership and management skills. Offered at more than 1,000 colleges and universities, students can get the college experience along with a guaranteed career after graduation as a highly respected second lieutenant in the Army, Army Reserve, or Army National Guard.
For more information contact Michael Dengler, Siena College Scholarship & Enrollment Officer at 561-859-1975 or mdengler@siena.edu.
Help your students understand the options available to advance their future. Whether that be a learning a trade, technical skill or attending college debt free. The New York Army National guard can provide these opportunities and more. All while serving part-time here in New York.
For a complete list of opportunities and benefits, visit nationalguard.com/ny”.
At Curvebreakers, we’re committed to empowering students to achieve their academic goals through personalized instruction, authentic assessment tools, and culturally responsive study materials that help them excel on the digital SAT and ACT. What makes us unique is our school partnership program, which enables us to offer budget-friendly programs and equal access to premium test preparation to all students. We believe that every student deserves equal access to the tools they need to succeed.
For more information contact Nicholas LaPoma, Founder & President at (516) 728-1561 or nick@curvebreakerstestprep.com.
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Binghamton University’s School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences (SOPPS) is a research-intensive professional school offering the Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree. We also offer a Master’s and a PhD in Pharmaceutical Sciences.
The pharmacy school educates students who understand the value of evidence-based, patient-centered pharmaceutical care and innovative research. Our graduates will serve their communities in socially responsible ways to improve health and well being.
For more information contact Maya Szostak, Director of Admissions at (607) 777-5834 or mszosta1@binghamton.edu.
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, Assistant Vice President at beccab@dialcare.com.
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 contact Mark Brezitski at Brezitskim@mhs-pa.org.
The Monique Burr Foundation for Children (MBF) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to protecting youth from bullying, online dangers, and all types of child abuse by providing evidence-based/trauma-informed personal safety and prevention education programs. MBF Programs include MBF Child Safety Matters® (for elementary schools), MBF Teen Safety Matters® (for middle and high schools), MBF Athlete Safety Matters® (for youth athletes), and MBF After-School Safety Matters® (for after-school and youth-serving organizations).
For more information, please contact Julie LeMay, Customer Service Manager, at julie@mbfpreventioneducation.org or at 904.562.1846.
Oasis Education helps schools reduce wait times for mental health services by offering same-day Support Counseling appointments with mental health professionals (Noon-3am). We also provide on-demand courses and strategic learning paths that build stress tolerance, growth mindsets, and self-efficacy.
These support services are offered within a highly accessible and secure platform that can be downloaded on any web browser, iOS, and Android device.
Contact us to schedule a demo!
For more information please contact Sam Harper, Co-Founder, Chief Product Officer at (724) 252-4021 or sam@oasisapp.com.
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 Matt Smith at MattSmith@QuaverEd.com or (629)702-7051.
With RV sales increasing and more and more Americans taking to the road to enjoy the outdoor lifestyle, skilled RV technicians are in high demand. The RV Technical Institute’s hands-on training and instruction, created by top RV industry experts, provides the experience and expertise needed by manufacturers, dealerships and repair shops nationwide.
For more information please contact Curt Hemmeler, Executive Director, via email at rvti-info@rvti.org or at 800.664.0154.
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 New York’s initiatives for improved student outcomes and postsecondary readiness.
For more information please contact Sean Murphy, Account Executive at sean@schoolinks.com or (607) 267-1567.
SCUTA is used by school counselors and school districts to develop a data-driven, evidence based school counseling program. It follows the ASCA National Model® recommendations and offers confidential, comprehensive documentation and use of time analysis system. It is an invaluable tool for School Counselors who want to do best practice, keep accurate records and develop a data driven school counseling program.
School Counselors using SCUTA, have the ability to clearly illustrate the nature of their work and school needs with supervisors and stakeholders.
For more information please contact Kathy.
What does “Building Your Future. Not Your Debt.” mean? It is asking you to let our program provide the education you need to advance your career without incurring any debt. Sounds crazy, right? It’s not. We are investing in your talent and future so that you can grow your career without a heavy financial burden. Our model allows you to focus on learning and growing, not how much it is costing you. Let’s do this together.
For more information please contact Ann Baker, Dean of UFP Business School at ann.baker@ufpi.com or (616) 365-1574.
When you support students joining the U.S. Army, you increase their chances in college. They’ll gain access to tuition assistance options that pay for all or part of college. The Army provides state-of-the-art skill training in a career fields from Culinary to Aviation to Medical and Engineering. The Army also has for you March2Success.com, a FREE standardized test prep course. To learn more, visit armyedspace.com, call an Army Education Specialist at 301.395.0776, or stop by the Army booth.
For more information please contact Baron McCombs, Ph.D., CA, Retired Chief Academic Officer/Assistant Superintendent, HCS, FL at baron.mccombs.civ@army.mil or (301) 395-0776.
Xello is an engaging, online program that helps K-12 students define their future goals and transform their aspirations into actionable plans for success. The program puts students at the center of their college and career planning experience. It helps them build self-knowledge, explore their options, create a plan, and develop the 21st-century skills needed to thrive in the world of work.
Pre-Conference
Thursday, November 16, 2023
School climate affects every aspect of student’s’ and the faculty’s day. Issues such as bullying, discrimination, harassment and school safety can directly correspond to students’ ability to succeed academically and personally thrive. Learn how to implement a comprehensive, schoolwide, data-informed program to create and maintain a positive school culture and climate for students and staff so all students feel safe and ready to learn.
After attending this workshop, participants should be able to:
BONUS:
Buy the book that will be discussed at the pre-conference session! Add it to your registration below.
Culturally Sustaining School Counseling ($20)
Pre-Conference
Thursday, November 16, 2023
As school counselors’ responsibilities mount, we need the tools to work in an increasingly vibrant, more complex, fast-paced world. We need to work with our colleagues and stakeholders to ensure our schools meet the needs of all students currently and prepare them for the future. We need to work smarter, not harder. One strategy for working efficiently, and to maximize school counselor efforts and outcomes, is to align school counseling programs with a multitiered system of supports (MTSS). “Making MTSS Work” provides a wealth of information, activities and sample charts for aligning your ASCA National Model school counseling program with your school’s MTSS program, thus ensuring they’re both more effective.
BONUS:
Buy the book that will be discussed at the pre-conference session! Add it to your registration below.
Making MTSS Work by Emily Goodman-Scott ($20)
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Matthew Berry
Dr. Alexandria Connally
Keynote Speaker
Friday, November 17, 2023
A planned lunch. An organized small group. A Friday afternoon. What do these things have in common? It’s that sometimes It Never Fails that our best-laid plans lead to an unexpected next crisis. It’s just part of being a school counselor. But what about all those things you do that “never fail” to lead to success? Listen as Matt shares how collaborative relationships, advocacy and well articulated goals lead to purpose and program success.
After attending this session, you will be able to:
Matthew Berry is the Coordinator of K-12 Counseling for the second largest school district in Missouri. He is dedicated to ensuring that all students have access to learning that enhances their academic and social emotional needs. He is often sought to speak to students, educators, and leaders on a variety of topics.
Keynote Speaker
Saturday, November 18, 2023
During this keynote presentation, participants will receive an overview of implicit bias research and key findings. This training includes dialogue regarding the dangers of a single story, the importance of courageous conversation, racial anxiety and colorism and will include an overview of national, industry-specific data disaggregated by race and gender. This training will include a discussion of implicit bias from the target’s perspective and the impact of implicit bias in the classroom. Participants will be exposed to implicit bias awareness and a brief overview of implicit bias mitigation.
ABOUT THE SPEAKER: Dr. Alexandria Connally is a lifelong resident of Yonkers and a graduate of Yonkers Public Schools. Dr. Alexandria Connally has dedicated herself to empowering students and improving the quality of education for all children. She began her career as a milieu therapist at a residential treatment facility. Dr. Connally was the assistant to Regent Judith Johnson. In her role Alexandria helped to shape the Committee of Equity, Integration, and Diversity. Alexandria also served as the Youth Voices Advocacy Program facilitator to the New York State Board of Regents Chancellor.
In August 2018, Dr. Alexandria Connally successfully defended her dissertation entitled, “In Pursuit of Equity: Does the Implementation of Culturally Responsive Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports Have an Effect on the Racial Suspension Gap?”
Dr. Connally is the founder and CEO of Culturally Responsive Environments and Discipline (C.R.E.A.D.). Trained by Dr. Bryant Marks, Alexandria serves as an implicit bias consultant for NTIRE. Additionally, she is a certified restorative practice trainer and has expertise in culturally responsive pedagogy.
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Member*
$65
Non-Member
$115
Professional
Member* $285
Non-Member $335
Graduate Student
Member* $200
Non-Member $335
Friday ONLY
Professional Member* $215
Graduate Student Member* $105
Non-Member: $265
Saturday ONLY
Professional Member* $180
Graduate Student Member* $85
Non-Member $230
*Your NYSSCA membership must be good through November 18, 2023 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.
Please Note: If we are forced to cancel the NYSSCA 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 16, 2023. All cancellations before October 16, 2023 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 NYSSCA Conference will conform to all necessary regulations/guidelines that are in place as of the date of the conference.
Come to the NYSSCA Conference in the State’s capital, Albany! Albany, New York is on the west bank of the Hudson River and is known for its rich history with fascinating architecture, historic homes, and world-class museums, like the Albany Institute of History & Art. There are delicious restaurants a short distance from the hotel, such as Union Seafood, The Hollow Bar & Kitchen, and Iron Gate Cafe. If looking for some retail therapy check out Crossgate Mall with shops like Michael Kors, Bath and Body Works, DSW, Sephora, and restaurants like Texas de Brazil and Dave and Busters. There is tons to do around Albany, so you can learn and play!
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!
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