This is an outstanding conversation with Ms. Kirsten Perry, the 2018 ASCA School Counselor of the Year.

Kirsten sits down for a chat about being a School Counselor and all that it encompasses. We talk about everything from her fascinating, powerful story about why she became a School Counselor, to misconceptions about being a School Counselor, what School Counselors really do, to the importance of data, to student achievement, and everything in between.

This is a most excellent exchange about the ends and outs of School Counseling and wonderful tips and insight into defining the role of School Counselor, having a robust School Counseling program and how to balance it all.

This is well worth the listen for School Counselors and all stakeholders alike. 
GUIDE
Intro
Her Story: 1m 32.679s
Misconceptions about being a School Counselor: 6m 17.860s
What School Counselors Do: 8m 34.380s
Middle School Counseling: 12m 41.362s
A Critical Element: Parent Involvement: 15m 53.381s
Student Achievement: 21m 39.166s
Balancing it All: 26m 33.696s
Advice for New (and Old) Counselors: 34m 9.675s
The Importance of Data: 37m 49.310s
Parting Wisdom: 42m 46.795s