1. Counseling Center

2. Who are we?  Alejandra Gutierrez, Records  Marta Mata, Educational Talent Search  Linda McCurdy, DU VIP  Jen Jaworowski, 9 th and 10 th grade counselor  Debb Mumford, 11 th and 12 th grade counselor  Jamie Lofaro, AP & Counseling Supervisor

3. Academic Domain  Professional school counselors promote academic development for all students. School counselors contribute to educational experiences and outcomes for all students and connect their programs to the overall mission of the school.  Meeting graduation requirements  Scholarships and financial aid  Alternative options  Concurrent enrollment  Personal Education Plans (PEP)

4. College Bound Pathway for DPS HS Students Grade Level2-Year College Course Work 4-Year College Course Work 9 th Grade Year Intro to Lit and Composition Algebra 1 Geography Earth Science or Biology World Language Physical Education 1 additional elective (art, music, drama, or Career Tech, class) Intro to Lit and Composition Algebra 1 Geography Earth Science or Biology World Language Physical Education 1 additional elective (art, music, drama, or Career Tech, class) 10 th Grade Year American Literature Geometry US History Biology, Chemistry, or Physics World Language 2 elective courses American Literature Geometry US History Biology, Chemistry, or Physics World Language 2 elective courses

5. College Bound Pathway for DPS HS Students Grade Level2-Year College Course Work 4-Year College Course Work 11 th Grade Year World Literature or upper division writing course Algebra 2 Civics and 1 semester of Social Studies elective Science elective 1 Post-Secondary or AP course 2 elective courses World Literature or AP English course Algebra 2 Civics and 1 semester of Social Studies elective Biology, Chemistry, Physics, or AP Science course World Language 2 elective courses 12 th Grade Year English elective class Math class above Algebra 1 level 2-4 Post-Secondary or AP courses Other elective courses AP English course Pre-Calculus or AP Math course World History or Social Studies elective AP Science course AP World Language course 2 elective courses, AP or Post- Secondary course

6. Career Domain CCareer development activities by professional school counselors at the high school level help students make meaningful career choices as adults. School counselors provide guidance on career development activities that link the educational process to career success. PPEP CCollege in Colorado NNaviance CColorado Career Cluster Model

7. What is a PEP? The Personal Education Plan is a process that students participate in, which results in an actual plan. Process: grade level required and recommended activities Plan: 1.student’s career cluster or pathway goal 2.student’s goal of which type of post secondary institution 3.student’s four-year high school plan, including courses The process involves 3 delivery systems College in Colorado (CIC) Naviance Counselor-lead Guidance Lessonsa

8. PEP work to be done… What we need to do in the upcoming months… SStudents need to take a career survey and put their course plans into Naviance ALL seniors need to have their PEP completed and their senior contracts signed by the end of September 9 th -11 th graders need to have their PEP completed by the end of October

9. DPS School Counseling Standards ASCA National Model Best practices Why does a PEP matter? Personal Education Plan (PEP) School Finance Act (state) ICAP law (state) ASCENT law (state) Concurrent enrollment Graduation requirements (DPS) School Board Goals (DPS)

10. Personal & Social Domain SSchool counseling programs promote the personal and social development of all students. Professional school counselors provide the foundation for personal and social growth as students progress through school and into adulthood. CCrisis Intervention BBullying PPersonal issues

11. Guidance Curriculum Recommended Time Allocations: High School: 15%-25% Individual Planning Recommended Time Allocations: High School: 25%-35% Responsive Services Recommended Time Allocations: High School: 25%-35% System Support Recommended Time Allocations: High School: 15%-20% Provides guidance content in a systematic way for the purpose of skill development and application of skills learned Assists students in planning, monitoring, and managing their educational, personal/social, and career development goals Addresses the immediate concerns of learners. The purpose is prevention, interventions, and referral as needed Includes program, staff, and school support activities and services. The purpose is to provide support in program delivery. Academic Development: Organizational skills Study skills Test taking skills Co-operative learning Transitioning Personal/Social Development: Conflict Resolution Substance Awareness Feelings/Friendship Violence Prevention Individual Differences Self Concept Problem solving Career Planning Career Education Academic Development Setting educational goals Transitioning needs Educational options Personal/Social Development Setting personal goals Improvement planning Career Planning Identifying skills relating to career interests Academic Development Academic Attendance Behavior Special needs Accommodations Personal/Social Development Peer Conflicts Coping with stress Crisis management Grief/loss/death Relationship concerns Abuse Career Planning Assistance in identifying support systems Addressing special needs Guidance program development, implementation and assessment Parent education Staff development for educators Counselor professional development Incorporation of educational initiatives into one of the four guidance components Community outreach Public relations Building Assistance teams Crisis management plans Special initiatives to address behavior and learning Consultation Counselor’s Role Structured Groups Classroom Instruction Leadership and Consultation Counselor’s Role Coordinate ongoing systemic activities to assist students in establishing personal goals and future plans. Counselor’s Role Individual and small group, crisis and development counseling Consultation Referral Counselor’s Role Provide leadership, facilitate and organization skills in: Program management Leadership and consultation

12. Procedures to Needing a Counselor  The best way to get a hold of us is E-MAIL  Student with schedule problem: e-mail student name, class, period, your name, and a brief description of problem to the appropriate counselor  Teacher/class problem: contact Debb or Jamie. Each situation will be handled individually, as needed.  DO NOT send students to Counseling Center without prior communication with counselor  Counselors will send for students. Please allow students to leave your class as indicated on pass

13. Counseling Center Contacts  Face-to-face—come see us!  Candy and food always available  Call or e-mail  Debb: debb_mumford@dpsk12.orgdebb_mumford@dpsk12.org  720.423.5419  Jen: jennifer_jaworowski@dpsk12.orgjennifer_jaworowski@dpsk12.org  720.423.3517  Alejandra Gutierrez  720.423.9343