FSCA Convention Program 2012

Florida School Counselor Association Convention 2012

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Vision The Florida School Counselor Association (FSCA) expands the image and

influence of professional school counselors through advocacy, leadership,

collaboration and systemic change at the state level. FSCA empowers professional

school counselors with the knowledge, skills, linkages, and resources to promote

student success in the school, the home, the community, and the world.

Mission The mission of FSCA is to represent professional school counselors and to promote

professionalism and ethical practices.

Goals 1. Professional development opportunities in areas of critical need are made

available to all professional school counselors in the state.

2. Timely, relevant information exists that supports professional school counselors

and student advocacy.

3. Legislative policy exists that supports professional school counselors and child

advocacy.

4. Leaders at local and state levels champion and lead change initiatives.

5. FSCA maintains an organizational structure and administrative functions that

facilitate the accomplishment of the goals and objectives.


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President’s Welcome Letter

November 1, 2012

Dear Convention Participant,

Welcome to the 2012 Florida School Counselor Association

Convention here at the beautiful Hilton St. Petersburg Bayfront hotel,

right in the heart of the waterfront district. Once again, we are confident

that this year’s convention will be a rewarding professional experience.

The Convention Committee and many volunteers have worked

hard to ensure that you receive a wealth of educational opportunities

through pre-convention workshops, breakout sessions, poster sessions,

and keynote addresses. Also, our exhibitors are here to help you with new

resources, tools, and information. This Convention would not be possible

without the outstanding contributions of our sponsors and exhibitors.

Please frequent their display and exhibit tables, let them know how much

you appreciate their support and products.

One of FSCA’s goals is to provide quality and relevant

professional development for all school counselors. We also recognize that you need time to re-energize with

new ideas and by forging new collaborations. The receptions, awards banquet, level sharing meetings, time for

networking, and social events will also provide you with many opportunities for networking and relaxation.

Again, welcome and enjoy the 2012 FSCA convention. We are glad you’re here!

Sincerely,

Russell A. Sabella, Ph.D.

President 2012-2013

Florida School Counselor Association


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FSCA Appreciates …

The entire convention, from coordination, management, to designing the convention program that you are now

reading, was possible through the efforts of volunteers who have graciously contributed their valuable time and

work. A special thank you goes to Christopher B. Smith, the FSCA convention coordinator (and Past-

President).

FSCA is committed to ecological and economical sustainability. For instance, you may notice that when

possible, recyclable and re-usable materials are used such as with programs and signs. FSCA is proud to

continually provide relevant and useful benefits and services to all Florida School Counselors.

The Florida School Counselor Association is grateful for the support of these Sponsors and Exhibitors! Also

take a moment to visit our Virtual Exhibit Hall Online at:

http://www.fla-schoolcounselor.org/exhibit-hall-2012.htm

http://www.fla-schoolcounselor.org/exhibit-hall-2012

http://www.fla-schoolcounselor.org/exhibit-hall-2012


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FSCA Thanks our Sponsors

Keiser University is a regionally accredited private career university that

provides educational programs at the undergraduate and graduate levels for a

diverse student body in traditional, nontraditional and online delivery

formats. At Keiser University we are here to help you succeed by providing the professional and academic foundation to

meet your educational goals and objectives. Keiser University continues to be a valuable partner to employers, the

community, and, above all, a valued choice for students serious about their education and career.

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The SAT® is a reliable measure of college readiness for students

seeking admission to undergraduate colleges and universities in the

United States and abroad. The SAT tests the academic skills and

knowledge that students acquire in high school and how well they

apply that knowledge - a factor that educators and researchers

agree is critical to success in college coursework. The SAT® is

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The Ned Show, America’s most popular school assembly, is designed to promote academic achievement through

character development. Inspiring more than 2.3 million K-6 students annually, the program provides follow-up

curriculum, resources and the option to visit schools at no cost. Visit our website to see examples of how schools across

the country are using the NED message to inspire students to become Champions at school and in life. Call us to find out

how we can partner with you.


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Softwarenology is a leading software provider for K12 education that focuses on

connecting schools, families, and communities around student improvement. Our data

integration platform: EDFabric, automatically unites disparate K12 data into a secure

centralized location where it can be easily managed by staff employees and software

products.

Using EDFabric, Softwarenology created a suite of 4 products called: School Portal,

Family Portal, Community Portal, and Student Portal. These products are the core of

our Education Improvement Suite (EDIS). To learn more about Softwarenology, EDFabric, and EDIS visit

http://www.softwarenology.com. . We will help you and your students succeed!

Name Badges Be sure to wear your name badges at all times. You will be

required to wear it to get into educational sessions and the

Exhibit Hall. Please note, due to liability issues, children

under the age of 18 will not be allowed in the Exhibit Hall.

There is a $8 fee to replace lost badges.

Electronic Devices As a courtesy to conference attendees, please turn off all electronic devices or set them to vibrate during

educational sessions. If it is necessary for you to use your cell phone, step outside the meeting room to avoid

disrupting the other attendees.

Message Board A message board is located near the FSCA registration area. This is the place to post job openings, notices

about chapter or regional meetings, get-togethers, or lost and found items.

Internet Access Free internet access is available in the hotel lobby. Access in the sleeping rooms requires a fee.

Evaluations Your feedback helps FSCA continue to provide top-notch professional development opportunities. Shortly after

the conference, you will receive an email with a link to an online survey. Please take a few minutes to provide

us with your important input.

http://www.softwarenology.com/


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http://www.act.org


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FSCA Thanks our Exhibitors

ACT is an independent, nonprofit organization with a 53-year history of generating data-driven assessments and research.

Headquartered in Iowa City, Iowa, and with offices throughout the world, ACT is trusted for its continual development of

next-generation assessments that determine college and career readiness and provide the most advanced measure of

workplace skills. To learn more about ACT, go to www.act.org.

http://www.act.org

At Argosy University, our passion is teaching and learning. We develop professional competence, provide opportunity for

personal growth, and foster interpersonal effectiveness. Students succeed because our university community engages and

supports them. Argosy University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC) and is a member of the North

Central Association (NCA) (230 S. LaSalle Street, Suite 7-500, Chicago, IL 60604-1413, 1.800.621.7440,

www.ncahlc.org).

Bridges Transitions, part of XAP Corporation, is a leading provider of powerful online career planning solutions,

assessments and college entrance exam preparation resources, addressing needs of K-12 students. Bridges has 25+ years

of expertise delivering innovation and leadership in education and career planning products – ensuring our clients receive

the finest products with an exemplary level of service. http://www.xap.com

http://www.act.org/

http://www.ncahlc.org/

http://www.xap.com/

http://www.ncahlc.org

http://www.xap.com

http://www.act.org


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ASVAB Career Exploration Program Dan Correll, LPC Program Manager [email protected] 813-932-0079 x 1303

ASVAB’s New Career Exploration Program. Here’s a cost-free, comprehensive career exploration and planning program that presents a full-spectrum of career opportunities to high school students, regardless of their gender, ethnicity, or ability level. The new Career Exploration program empowers students to explore the world of work, matching their aptitudes and interests to career decisions.

BYU Independent Study offers over 400 high school, middle school, and university online courses that help students

make up credit, graduate on time, enhance their curriculum, or earn university credit. Students can sign up anytime and

work at their own pace. We help all students receive a high-quality, affordable education. http://is.byu.edu/site/

George Miller, Artist

There is nothing wrong with creating art for art’s sake. I have however been led

by the spirit to use my talent to advocate for children. Your support helps bring

attention to the work I do as a Child Advocacy Artist. I use my gift to encourage

students to stay in school, to salute the adults that stand up for our children and to

make visible the love that exist but cannot always be seen. My artwork is

colorful, multicultural and inclusive. It addresses issues such as education,

counseling, foster care, character education, leadership, reading, child abuse

prevention and autism.

mailto:[email protected]

http://is.byu.edu/site/

http://is.byu.edu/site


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NCYI is a leading provider on character building and life-skills development resources. We provide materials for

character education, bullying prevention, conflict resolution and substance abuse prevention. Please visit our website at

www.ncyi.org.

Digital Media Arts College (DMAC), in Boca Raton, FL, offers

postsecondary programs designed to expand your creativity, hone your

artistic skills and prepare you for an ever-changing industry where

trends come and go, and competition is steadily increasing. DMAC

offers specialized Bachelor of Fine Arts degrees in Computer Animation (and a concentration in Game Art) and Graphic

Design (and a concentration in Advertising Design) as well as Master of Fine Arts degrees in Visual Effects Animation

and Graphic Design. Our faculty and administration provide students with expert instruction, exposure to new

technologies and concepts, and career training and placement assistance in an environment that cultivates free-thinking

and innovation.

http://www.dmac.edu/

The Florida Department of Education provides Florida

CHOICES Planner, our state’s Internet-based career

information delivery system, free to all citizens of

Florida. Students can gain information about themselves

through assessments, learn about postsecondary options

and schools, and explore career possibilities as they

make decisions and plans for their future educational

and career pathways.

https://access.bridges.com/auth/login.do?sponsor=7

http://www.ncyi.org/



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The Monique Burr Foundation for Children, Inc. was created as a nonprofit organization in 1997 to honor the late Monique Burr, a tireless advocate for abused and abandoned children. The Monique Burr Foundation is dedicated to providing Speak Up Be Safe™ (SUBS), a national bullying and child abuse prevention program, to every 1st through 5th grade student in Florida elementary public schools.

SUBS is a research-based, developmentally and culturally appropriate program developed in partnership with the Monique Burr Foundation, Childhelp and Arizona State University that addresses bullying, cyber-bullying and all forms of child abuse. http://www.moniqueburrfoundation.org/

Frances Marx Your Success Advocate Author, Speaker, Coach [email protected] (941) 315-1034

http://www.moniqueburrfoundation.org/


http://www.moniqueburrfoundation.org/

http://www.myownsuccessjournal.com


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University Behavioral Center is a psychiatric hospital providing quality of care to children and adolescents in Orlando, FL. Our mission is to be a life-changing resource to our patients, their families and the community. Through the provision of intensive, evidence-based and safe mental health treatment, we work with our patients and their families to allow them to lead more fulfilling and productive lives. http://www.universitybehavioral.com/

Universal Technical Institute, chosen by industry for post-secondary transportation technician training, is committed to providing students with the skills necessary to succeed in today’s global marketplace. This commitment has driven UTI to participate in the STEM Education Coalition, ensuring Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math skills are interwoven throughout our curriculum. http://www.uti.edu/

YouthLight, Inc. is an educational support company dedicated to providing counselors, educators and other professionals with useful materials to help maximize their effectiveness with youth. YouthLight provides exciting books, games and other products relating to topics such as relational aggression, anger management, grief and loss, character education, mentoring social skills, magic counseling tools, and many, many more. http://www.youthlight.com/

http://www.universitybehavioral.com/

http://www.uti.edu/

http://www.youthlight.com/

http://www.youthlight.com/

http://www.uti.edu


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Established in 1974, the Florida Governor’s Council on Indian Affairs, Inc., a 501(c)(3) not-for-

profit organization, has been serving Native Americans in Florida and Georgia for nearly 40

years. Through our Employment & Training Program and Florida Indian Youth Program,

thousands have been able to maximize their education and employment potential.

http://www.fgcia.com/

Nova Southeastern University

Yvonne Jesus

[email protected]

954.262.3026

www.nova.edu

Located on a beautiful 300-acre campus in Fort Lauderdale, NSU is the 8th largest independent university in the nation. The Center

for Psychological Studies offers programs in Fort Lauderdale, Miami, West Palm Beach, Tampa, Orlando, and Jacksonville. The center

offers two APA-accredited doctoral programs in clinical psychology, specialist (Psy.S.) and doctoral (Psy.D.) programs in school

psychology, and master’s degree programs in the areas of general psychology (online), forensic psychology (online), counseling

(online), mental health counseling, school counseling, and clinical psychopharmacology. Most programs accommodate the working

professional. For more information, call 1-800-541-6682, ext.27563 or 954-262-7563, email [email protected], or visit

www.cps.nova.edu.

Founded in 1949, Grand Canyon University is a private, Christian university with over 60 online and campus-based degree programs

within a dynamic learning environment for both traditional students and working professionals. Our classes involve engaging

interaction with classmates as well as individual attention from instructors who care about student success. http://www.gcu.edu/



http://www.nova.edu/

http://www.cps.nova.edu/

http://www.gcu.edu/

http://www.gcu.edu/


http://www.nova.edu


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Educational Inspirations is a consulting and training company designed by Erin Ragan, M.Ed. Ms. Ragan has over seven years

teaching experience both in the United States and China and is excited to help children by helping teachers and parents improve

their knowledge and skills. http://www.educationalinspirations.org/

FIDM/Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising is a private,

specialized two-year, three-year, and four-year college with

campuses in Los Angeles, San Francisco, Orange County, and

San Diego, California. Accredited by WASC and NASAD, FIDM

offers Degree Programs for first-time college students,

transfer students, and college graduates that lead to careers in

the Fashion, Graphics, Interior Design, and Entertainment

industries. http://fidm.edu/

Cloud 9 World has launched a unique and innovative Character

Trait Education Program for Elementary Schools. This program

falls in perfectly with the Florida Initiative on Character Trait

Education. Cloud 9 World works in the classroom by improving

academic performance and it works on the playground by increasing

desirable pro-social behaviors. The program is also designed to have

complete family engagement as the story books go home with every

child. http://www.cloud9world.com/

http://www.educationalinspirations.org/

http://fidm.edu/

http://www.cloud9world.com/

http://www.educationalinspirations.org/

http://fidm.edu/

http://www.cloud9world.com/


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The Florida Surveying and Mapping Society represents the surveying

and mapping professions, including: Photogrammetry, Imagery, Remote

Sensing, Base Mapping, GIS/LIS, Cartography, Geodesy, Geomatics,

GPS, Geographic Information and Geospatial Data. With the

advancement in technology and the expansion of the profession reaching

space, there will be a future for the professions. http://www.fsms.org/

Since 1969, Eckerd E-Nini-Hassee has helped thousands of

girls ages 12-18 reach their full potential. A highly effective,

nationally-accredited outdoor therapeutic program, E-Nini-

Hassee helps girls achieve positive change through: strength-

based focus; individualized therapeutic plans and academics;

positive role modeling; therapeutic group living; stringent

safety; and family support. Visit www.Eckerdhelpsgirls.org

for more information.

The College Internship Program (CIP) provides comprehensive,

individualized academic internship and independent living

experiences for young adults, ages 18-26, diagnosed with

learning differences, Asperger’s Syndrome, PDD-NOS, nonverbal

learning differences, ADHD, and dyslexia.

http://www.collegeinternshipprogram.com/

http://www.fsms.org/

http://www.eckerdhelpsgirls.org/

http://www.collegeinternshipprogram.com/

http://www.fsms.org/

http://www.eckerd.org


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The Florida DOE has provided this opportunity, at no cost, for guidance

counselors to take the Tobacco Prevention and Intervention Online

Course. Local districts across our State are awarding points for

completion of this program that helps you save the lives of our students.

www.tobaccopreventiontraining.org

All Pro Dad's Day and iMOM Morning are simple programs with a profound impact – drawing parents to the school and

connecting them with their children. Through monthly breakfasts, parents and their children engage in meaningful

conversations on a variety of family topics, spend time together, and create fun memories.

http://www.allprodad.com

http://imom.com/morning/

http://www.tobaccopreventiontraining.org/

http://www.allprodad.com/

http://imom.com/morning/

http://www.tobaccopreventiontraining.org


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Finding Your Way …


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Quick Convention Overview

Thursday, November 1st, 2012

Morning Half Day Pre-Convention Workshops ........................................... 9:00 am – 12:00 pm

Lunch on your own ....................................................................................... 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm

Afternoon Half Day Pre-Convention Workshops ............................................. 1:00 pm -4:00 pm

Opening Reception & Keynote Speaker

6:30pm–7:30pm ............................................................................. Cash Bar & Hors D ‘Oeuvres

7:30pm–8:30pm .................................................................................. Opening Keynote Speaker

8:30pm–9:30pm ............................................................................................................ Reception

Friday, November 2nd

, 2012

6:15-7:00 AM - "Sunrise Circulation" - this group fitness class will offer a combination of cardio, strength and

flexibility exercises to wake up your body and get you energized for the day! The group is taught by AFAA-

certified group exercise instructor, Cherie Burgess, FSCA Region 3 Vice President. Please bring your mat and

towel as FSCA gets physical!

7:15am – 8:30am ................................................... Continental Breakfast (Grand Bay Ballroom)

8:30am – 9:45am ............................................................. Keynote Speaker (St. Petersburg 1 & 2)

10:00am – 11:30am.......................................................................................... Breakout Session 1

11:30am – 12:45pm ................................................................................... Lunch – On your own

12:45pm – 1:45am ......................................... Counseling Poster Sessions (St. Petersburg 1 & 2)

2:00pm – 3:30pm ............................................................................................ Breakout Session 2

3:30pm – 4:00pm ........................................................... Afternoon Break (Grand Bay Ballroom)

4:00pm – 5:30pm .......................................................................................... Break Out Session 3

5:40pm – 6:30pm ............................................................................................ LEVEL SHARING

Level sharing meetings include: Elementary, Middle, High School, Counselor Education and Graduate

Students, District Staff, Private Schools, RAMP Support, Advocacy Committee, and ASCA Town Hall Meeting

7:15pm - 10:00pm ..................................................... Professional Recognition Awards Banquet

Cocktails and Hors D ‘Oeuvres ..................................................... 7:15 pm - 7:45 pm

Dinner .......................................................................................... 7:45 pm - 8:45 pm

Awards .......................................................................................... 8:45 pm - 9:45 pm

Dessert & Coffee ........................................................................................... 9:45 pm


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Saturday, November 3rd

, 2012

6:15-7:00 AM - "Sunrise Circulation" - this group fitness class will offer a combination of cardio, strength and

flexibility exercises to wake up your body and get you energized for the day! The group is taught by AFAA-

certified group exercise instructor, Cherie Burgess, FSCA Region 3 Vice President in room HTC-2. Please

bring your mat and towel as FSCA gets physical!

Continental Breakfast .................................................7:30T am - 8:30 am (Grand Bay Ballroom)

Breakout Sessions IV ..................................................................................... 8:30 am - 10:00 am

Breakout Sessions V .................................................................................... 10:15 am - 11:45 am

Convention Adjourns ........................................................................................................ 1:30 pm

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 1, 2012

Opening Reception – Grand Bay Ballroom

6:30 – 7:45 pm – Cash Bar, hors d’oeuvres, and other Culinary Treats

7:45 – 8:30 – Keynote Speaker in St. Petersburg 1 & 2

8:30 – 9:30 pm –Dessert Reception

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 2, 2012

6:00 – 7:00 am – Sunrise Circulation - Staying Fit with FSCA – HTC 2

7:15 – 8:30 am – Continental Breakfast – Grand Bay Ballroom

8:30 – 9:45 am – Opening Keynote in St. Petersburg 1 & 2

11:30 – 12:45 Lunch – On Your Own

3:30 – 4:00 Afternoon Break – Grand Bay Ballroom

Awards Banquet – St. Petersburg 3

7:15 – 7:45 pm – Cocktails & Hors Du Oeuvres

7:45 – 8:45 Dinner

8:45 – 9:45 Awards

9:45 – Dessert & Coffee

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 5, 2011

6:00 – 7:00 am – Sunrise Circulation - Staying Fit with FSCA – HTC 2

7:30 – 8:30 am – Continental Breakfast – Grand Bay Ballroom

Overview of Meals and Key Events


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Pre-Convention Speakers

Thursday, November 1st, 2012 9:00 am – 12:00 pm

Ramping Up For School Counselor Evaluations

Shirley Redcay

Virginia (Jenny) Watson

Room: Demens

The 12 components of the Recognized ASCA Model Program (RAMP)

can help you build a school counseling program at your site that will

enable you to achieve your best on your school counselor evaluation.

Activities such as creating a mission statement, a yearly calendar, and a

management agreement with administration can prepare you for

evaluation success. Developing a data-driven program and using data to

show the results can clearly portray during evaluation how students are

different because of your school counseling program. Setting up an

Advisory Council of stakeholders and leveraging their strengths to

support the school counseling program multiplies your effectiveness and gives you invaluable opportunities to

promote your program.

Participants will learn how to implement each RAMP component

and complete a RAMP application by examining key elements

such as Philosophy, Mission and Goal Statements; Management

Agreements; Calendars and Results Reports.

Bonus: National Board for Professional Teaching Standards

certification for school counselors is also based on the ASCA

model. This session will include information helpful to those

interested in obtaining this credential.

To get the most out of this session, it would be helpful if you bring a copy of your district’s school counselor

evaluation form and school data relating to a current concern, such as attendance, discipline, dropout rate, etc.


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A Five Point Plan for Confronting Cyberbullying among K-12 Students

Russell A. Sabella, Ph.D.

Room: Williams

Cyberbullying involves the use of information and communication

technologies to support deliberate, repeated, and hostile behavior by an

individual or group, with the intention of harming others. This workshop

endeavors to help you understand the nature of cyberbullying and

provides helpful tips for prevention and intervention among both bullies

and victims. Each participant will receive a DVD with almost 1 Gb of

resources!

Thursday, November 1st, 2012 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm

PS/RTI, MTSS: What are they? What's in it for me as a School Counselor?

Karalia Baldwin

Room: Demens

This workshop will give a brief overview of the Problem

Solving/Response to Intervention and Multi-Tiered System of Supports.

Participants will link school counseling practice to student achievement.

Real world applications will be discussed.


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Thursday, November 1st, 2012 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm

School Counselors: Negotiating the Legal and Ethical Complications of Working

with Minors in Schools

Dr. Carolyn Stone

Room: Harborview

The school environment poses competing interests between a student’s

need for confidentiality and the legal rights of parents as established by

the U.S. Supreme Court to be the guiding voice in their children lives in

value-laden issues. Participants will develop an ethical decision making

framework for analyzing and resolving ethical issues through the

application of ASCA ethical codes, case and statutory law, school board

rules, and community standards. Through small group and large group

discussion of 40 case studies, participants will be given the opportunity to

increase their understanding of the complexities of respecting a minor’s

right to confidentiality, to develop a sensitivity to the need to consider

their actions in context of each situation for each individual student, and

to understand the rights of parents. Topics of discussion will include areas such as confidentiality and duty to

warn, minors’ rights to privacy, counselors’ responsibilities toward suicidal children, civil and criminal liability,

sexually active minor clients, birth control, abortion counseling, defamation, child abuse, HIV positive students,

case notes and educational records, malpractice in academic advising, sexual harassment, the Hatch

Amendment and guidance curriculum, and personal conduct.

Solution Focused Brief Counseling and Parent Consultation

Dr. Russell A. Sabella

Room: Williams

This experiential workshop is designed for both beginning and experienced school counselors, mental health

counselors, social workers, psychologists, educators, other human service professionals, and educators who

want to learn an innovative approach to empower their clients/consultees/students to recognize and utilize their

resources. This model uses a systematic, five-step approach in which students/parents focus on solutions rather

than problems. They are encouraged to think about times when their problems did not exist, and how these

times contributed to the absence of the problem, and how to recreate such circumstances in their present

situations. Focus is on the students/parents strengths and abilities rather than their weaknesses. Solutions are

derived by the students/parents themselves and therefore not only are they more involved in their success, but

the solutions fit their unique lifestyles. Finally, because they find their own solutions that work, often self-

esteem is increased. With this emphasis of counseling on solutions rather than problems, counseling becomes

brief.


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THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 1, 2012

7:30 PM - ST. PETERSBURG 1 & 2

Sharon (Shari) Forth Sevier

No Time to Be Silent: Amplifying Advocacy

In these times of strained finances and cutbacks, school counselors are

often considered expendable. Today's students need the services that

school counselors provide. We, as a profession, have an obligation to

speak up and speak out about how students are different as a result of what

school counselors do.

Sharon (Shari) Forth Sevier, Ph.D, L.P.C. is a practicing school counselor at Lafayette

High School in Wildwood, Missouri. A Central New York native, Shari earned her

bachelor’s degree from Keuka College, a master’s degree from Syracuse University, a

Certificate of Advanced Studies from the State University of New York at Oswego, and

her doctorate from Syracuse University. She began her career as a foreign language

teacher at the middle and high school levels. After eleven years of teaching, Shari

followed “her calling” to the field of school counseling. She has been a school counselor

since 1984.

Shari has worked at every level as a school counselor. She spent nine years as the

Director of Guidance and Counseling for the Rockwood School District in Eureka,

Missouri. During that time, the district’s guidance and counseling program became fully

implemented, and won the prestigious Gysbers Award from the Missouri Department of

Elementary and Secondary Education; the Gysbers Award honors exemplary school counseling programs. Four schools in the district

achieved RAMP recognition; they were the only schools in the State of Missouri to earn that recognition. Shari received the Missouri

School Counselor Association’s award for Director of the Year, and she was honored by the National Association for School

Counseling Advocacy (NOSCA) with their award for creating a college-going culture. Shari also received the Progressive Youth

Association’s Education Award for the St. Louis area; this award was given for Shari’s work in the area of suicide prevention in

today’s youth.

Shari spent a number of years as an adjunct counselor educator, teaching courses at Syracuse University, SUNY Oswego, University

of Missouri-St. Louis, and Lindenwood University. She is a licensed professional counselor for the State of Missouri and has a small

private practice.

Shari resides in Ellisville, Missouri with her husband, Bill (also a school counselor), and their two dogs, Steffi and Eddie.


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FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 2, 2012

8:30AM - ST. PETERSBURG 1 & 2

Unlearned Helplessness - Motivating the Unmotivated Student

Julia Cook

Julia Cook is a school counselor, speaker and one of the nation's

foremost authors of guidance storybooks for children. Julia is

always seeking creative ways to connect with people and impart

valuable life lessons. Her imaginative stories are extremely

engaging to all ages, leading her to publish twenty-eight successful

storybooks, earning numerous national awards and recognition. The

goal of Julia's books is to enter the worldview of children and teach

them to become life-long problem solvers. She understands the

power and effectiveness of using children's literature to teach

important life skills.


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, 2012 8:30 a.m. - 9:45 a.m.

Keynote Speaker: Julia Cook - ROOM: ST. PETERSBURG 1 & 2


, 2012 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

BOOKS THAT MAKE A POSITIVE DIFFERENCE! Room: Skyway/Pier

Come for an entertaining discussion on the use of storybooks to teach children and adults how to become effective, life-

long problem solvers. Learn how to tackle problems such as anxiety, depression, grief, tattling, interrupting, personal

safety, and even nose picking! Julia will also discuss the writing and publishing process.

Presenter: Ms. Julia Cook

Domain: Personal/Social

Audience: Elementary; Middle School

SOLUTION FOCUSED COACHING FOR COLLEGE AND FUTURE PLANNING Room: Bayboro

An effective strengths-based, future-oriented approach to working with college-bound students is suitable for school

counselors and college advisors who experience time constraints at work. Presenters explain how to use the Solution

Focused model which uses students own strengths, goals and expectations to navigate the college admissions process.

Presenter: Ms. Kathleen Byrnes

Co-Presenter: Dr. Anne Hearon Rambo

Domain: Academic

Audience: Senior High

COLLEGE & CAREER READINESS: A TOOL FOR ADVOCACY Room: HTC 3

Are your students college and career readiness needs being met? Can you prove it? This presentation will focus on ways

that you can effectively advocate for your student' needs, while simultaneously advocating for your position as well.

Presenter: Dr. Carolyn Berger

Domain: Career

Audience: Elementary; Middle School; Senior High

PARENT INVOLVEMENT AND STUDENT SUCCESS: WHAT IS THE

SCHOOL COUNSELORS ROLE? Room: Williams

Parent involvement has been documented as being a key component to student's

success. The workshop's focus is to help school counselors grasp specific measures and

strategizes to develop and enhance parent's connection to their child's academic success.

Attendees will receive current literature and research for success.

Presenter: Mr. Clifford Mack

Domain: Academic


Friday, November 2nd, 2012


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NO PLACE FOR HATE®: PREVENT BULLYING AND TRANSFORM YOUR WHOLE SCHOOL

CLIMATE Room: HTC 4

Bullying can be best defeated proactively. By making your school an Anti-Defamation League No Place For Hate®, your

school climate can be transformed to one that welcomes and teaches all students and teachers alike to stand up for those

who are not being treated with respect.

Presenter: Ms. Lily Medina



CONSULTATION STRATEGIES WHEN WORKING WITH TEACHERS AND PARENTS Room: Demens

School counselors often act as consultants in the school. They spend a good amount of time consulting with teachers and

parents about student issues. Research based models, problem solving processes, and strategies will be shared to enhance

your consulting skills.

Presenter: Dr. Cindy Topdemir

Co-Presenters: Ms. Melissa Sayre, Ms. Sarah VanBroekhoven, Ms. Christy Oliver



SEXUALLY ACTIVE STUDENTS: WHAT SCHOOL COUNSELORS NEED TO KNOW Room: Harborview

The legal and ethical practices around school counselor behavior when working with sexually active students will be

explored. Topics will include: pregnant students and state/federal law; pregnancy as a temporary disability; school

counselors’ values; aiding a student to get an abortion; statutory rape and child abuse; sexual violence.

Presenter: Dr. Carolyn Stone

Co-Presenter: Ms. Sarah Beth Glicksteen


Audience: All levels

Lunch Option

Tangerine Will Feature a Special Lunch Buffet for Florida School

Counselors November 2, 2012


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The Survival Guide to Career Fair Planning

Problem addressed: The need for students to learn about the variety of

traditional and nontraditional occupations, identify personal skills, interest

and abilities and relate them to current career choice, know the various

ways in which occupations can be classified, use research and information

resources to obtain career information, demonstrate awareness of the

education and training needed to achieve career goals and understand the

relationship between educational achievement and career success.

Solution/strategy you utilized: A career fair, that had roughly twenty

career representatives was hosted in a local urban high school. Students

were invited to interact with various career representatives and participate

in career interest activities.

Domain: Career

Intended Audience: Senior High

Presenter: Ms. Kimberly Volz, Graduate Student, University of North

Florida

The Game of College Life

Problem addressed: Students' general knowledge, understanding of and preparation for the college life experience.

Solution/strategy you utilized: Through an interactive game, students will face realistic college life scenarios in which

they will have to make a decision that will impact their progress towards the ultimate goal of receiving a college degree.

Domain: Career

Intended Audience: Senior High

Presenter: Mrs. Lisa Coppedge, Graduate Student, University of North Florida

Let's Talk About Sext: Risque Digital Communication And Its Consequences

Problem addressed: What is sexting? How prevalent is sexting among middle and high school students? What are the

legal consequences of sexting, and how does it overlap with child pornography laws?

Solution/strategy you utilized: I highlight several court cases of teens and administrators who had engaged in sexting,

including cases that devolved into bullying and, unfortunately, suicide. I look at varying statistics as to the prevalence of

sexting and offer several explanations for the discrepancies in these studies. I offer some best practices and information

about personal, social and legal consequences of sexting that school counselors, other educators and parents can use to

help inform their students.


Intended Audience: Middle School; Senior High

Presenter: Ms. Sarah Beth Glicksteen, Graduate Student, University of North Florida

Counseling Poster Sessions Friday, November 2nd, 2012

12:45 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

St. Petersburg 1 & 2


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Instant Decision Day: Benefits for Students

Problem addressed: Ethnic minority populations are significantly less likely to apply to and attend college or

universities.

Solution/strategy you utilized: By incorporating a College Day event at your school, it offers students the opportunity to

meet and interview directly with admissions representatives. Based on these interviews and their applications for

admissions, college representatives may offer your students official acceptance letters and/or scholarships to their

respective schools.

Domain: Academic

Intended Audience: Senior High; Postsecondary

Presenter: Ms. Erin Monahan, Graduate Student, University of North Florida

Would You Like to be ZAP'ed???

Problem addressed: Zero's are not Permitted (ZAP) focused on increasing students' academic achievement by

emphasizing the importance of homework completion. The message is that failure is not an option. Participation in the

program not only increases students' grades, but also their self-confidence and school connectedness.

Solution/strategy you utilized: Students who have missing homework assignment can be referred to the ZAP program.

Various formats of the program allow for flexibility within the confounds of your school's environment. Students are

assigned a time period in which they are to work on those missing assignments, which upon completion can be submitted

to their teachers for grading.

Domain: Academic

Intended Audience: Middle School

Presenter: Ms. Sandi Logan, Doctoral Fellow, University of Florida

Homelessness and Education Attainment

Problem addressed: With the rising widespread concern of homelessness, it is imperative that professional school

counselors and educators are knowledgeable on its effects on students and education.This presentation will address what

research says about homeless students and the ways that it can affect the student’s academic, career, and personal-social

domains. This will allow professional counselors and educators the opportunity to best support these students.

Solution/strategy you utilized: Practical implications will be addressed to help guide counselors and educators in

addressing the matter of homelessness.

Domain: Academic

Intended Audience: Postsecondary

Presenters: Ms. Katia Gauthier and Ms. Amanda Chamberlin, M.A. Candidates, University of Central Florida

Motivating our Bright Students

Problem addressed: This small group counseling program addresses underachievement, including students whose grades

are low, but test scores are high. They may score high on standardized tests, but their grades in the classroom do not

reflect their scores. The goal is to learn what is getting in their way, and work on getting past these problems in order to

achieve success in the classroom and at home.

Solution/strategy you utilized: The small group counseling group includes eight sessions. These sessions deal with

topics such as personal strengths, guided imagery/goals for the future, overcoming obstacles, role models for success,

successful and unsuccessful strategies, procrastination, coping with feelings, time management, and celebrating successes.

Research includes the SAMS and SMALSI pre and post surveys, GPA, and number of absences, as well as information

collected from each group session.

Domain: Academic


Presenters: Ms. Amber Shernoff and Ms. Rachel Go, Graduate Students, Nova Southeastern University


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Communication is Key! (Instant Access to School Counselors)

Problem addressed: How can school counselor reach student/parents using social media through education.

Solution/strategy you utilized: We will discuss how using educational based social media (Edmodo edline, Blackboard,

etc.) will help students and school counselor communicate effectively. How "social media" will help students know who

their counselor is and would feel comfortable in coming to see their counselor more often when needed.

Domain: Personal/Social; Academic; Career

Intended Audience: Elementary; Middle School; Senior High; Postsecondary

Presenters: Ms. Jessica Vosseteig and Ms. Jessica Velian, Students, Nova Southeastern University

Application of Play Therapy Techniques with Students in Grades K-12

Problem addressed: Play therapy can be effectively utilized in a variety of settings. In a school setting, play therapy

techniques can an effective approach to helping students with a variety of issues such as self-esteem, bereavement,

changing families, and more. Through the use of various modalities, school counselors can communicate with children on

a level that surpasses the limitations of words. The therapeutic benefits of play therapy techniques in individual

counseling, small group counseling, and classroom guidance lessons can be highly beneficial.

Solution/strategy you utilized: Often school counselors are one of the first people with access to help a child in need.

The school setting can be an ideal place to help children in a variety of life issues. With the limitations of time and

resources, school counselors are often tasked to help with some major life issues such as grief and loss, bullying, learning

disabilities and more. Play therapy techniques can be effectively applied across the grade levels and easily adapted to

address a plethora of focal points.


Intended Audience: Elementary; Middle School; Senior High

Presenter: Mrs. Jacqueline Flynn, School Counselor/Student, Brevard/University of Central Florida

Helping Students Cope with Death through Play Therapy

Problem addressed: Communities are impacted everyday by the loss of life. Counselors can help students cope with the

death of a loved one, friend, or acquaintance through constructive grief solutions through play therapy. Counselors are an

essential part of helping students adjust to their environment after being affected by such a traumatizing event. Counselors

may reduce the risk of depression through an active role in the grieving stages of a student.

Solution/strategy you utilized: In accordance to their developmental level, a counselor will help a student “work

through” the grieving stages and serve as an active guide through the process of adjustment. Counselors will use play

therapy to impact student’s outlook on life. Play therapy helps children:

Become more responsible for behaviors and develop more successful strategies.

Develop new and creative solutions to problems. ? Develop respect and acceptance of self and others.

Learn to experience and express emotion.

Cultivate empathy and respect for thoughts and feelings of others.

Learn new social skills and relational skills with family.

Develop self-efficacy and thus a better assuredness about their abilities. (Reddy, Files-Hall & Schaefer, 2005).

When play therapy is implemented, there is a positive impact on the mental wellness of a student.


Intended Audience: Elementary; Middle School

Presenter: Ms. Carolina Scaramutti, Graduate Student, Florida International University


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Transitional Trends: Effects of Deployment & Emotional Distress on Adolescents

Problem addressed: In the most supportive of environments, the adolescent period is challenging and filled with

changes. Adolescents of deployed parents face additional mental stressors sometime resulting in high rates of depression,

decreased academic performance, anxiety issues, and negative changes in behavior.

Solution/strategy you utilized: Peer and school based interventions, strength of family relationships pre-deployment, and

continuous support before, during, and after deployment reveal significant improvements in adolescent adaptation, family

coping methods, and decreased mental health concerns.


Intended Audience: Elementary; Middle School ; Senior High

Presenter: Ms. Carley Blades, Graduate Student, University of Central Florida

Keep Calm & Learn On

Problem addressed: The pressures to perform well on standardized tests and to be competitive academically is causing

high rates of stress and anxiety amongst our students and teachers. These stressors are negatively affecting student

performance and behavior which in turn create a problematic learning atmosphere.

Solution/strategy you utilized: A wide variety of anxiety reducing techniques will be introduced, such as relaxation and

test taking strategies. Also, an idea for a student workshop at the beginning of the school year to embrace differences and

promote a positive, supportive, healthy school environment.



Presenters: Ms. Catherine Husk, Ms. Anna Campbell, Ms. Jamaica Wagner, Ms. Tara Markey, Graduate Students,

Florida Atlantic University

Mental Health Services and Charter Schools

Problem addressed: The shortage of professional positions in the mental health field in the charter schools system.

Solution/strategy you utilized: Improved access and availability of quality school mental health services for children and

youth; fFocus on evidence-based programs and interventions; improved coordination and leadership between the Florida

DOE and the districts.

Domain: Career

Intended Audience: Postsecondary

Presenter: Ms. Valerie Urbina, Doctorate Student, Carlos Albizu University


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, 2012 2:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.

CONFRONTING CYBERBULLYING IN SCHOOLS: A FIVE POINT PLAN Room: Skyway/Pier

Cyberbullying involves the use of information and communication technologies to support deliberate, repeated, and

hostile behavior by an individual or group, with the intention of harming others. This workshop endeavors to help you

understand the nature of cyberbullying and provides helpful tips for prevention and intervention among both bullies and

victims. Lots of resources and take-aways!

Presenter: Dr. Russell Sabella



PASSPORT TO PEACE PROGRAM: CHANGING SCHOOL CLIMATE Room: Harborview

Through "Passport to Peace" students learn to practice and demonstrate positive attitudes that form lifelong values. This

school wide approach involves all students in a tier one national award winning anti-bullying program. As they travel

through the attitudes with their passports, students develop as caring, peaceful shareholders in the school and become

responsible citizens in the world. Find out how to involve teachers, parents and community to improve the school climate

and promote learning.

Presenter: Dr. Ana Leon


Audience: Elementary

FROM FRUSTRATION TO COLLABORATION: IMPROVING THE COUNSELOR-ADMINISTRATOR

RELATIONSHIP Room: Williams

The relationship between a counselor and an administrator is critical. By examining the latest research, participants will

learn about the strengths, barriers, and key components of the counselor-administrator relationship. Participants will also

generate strategies for applying this knowledge to one's own practices.

Presenter: Mr. Mark Duslak

Domain: Academic


FIRST YEAR COUNSELORS: WHAT THEY DIDN'T TEACH YOU IN GRADUATE SCHOOL Room: Demens

Come learn how to successfully manage and organize yourself as a first year (or soon-to-be first year) school counselor!

Learn about organizational & time management strategies to best utilize those precious minutes in a school setting.

Handouts will be provided.

Presenter: Ms. Sandi Logan

Domain: Academic



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A PROCESS MODEL FOR SCHOOL-FAMILY-COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIPS: PRINCIPLES AND

PROCESS Room: HTC 4

Participants will learn how to apply a process model to building school-family-community partnerships that empower

children to succeed. They will learn of practical examples that have already been implemented in schools and receive the

tools to return to their schools and implement partnerships this school year.

Presenter: Mrs. Lynette Henry

Co-Presenter: Dr. Julia Bryan

Domain: Academic


BEHAVIORAL PARENT TRAINING TO IMPROVE SCHOOL READINESS AND ACADEMIC SUCCESS Room: Bayboro

Twenty percent of children entering school meet the diagnostic criteria for externalizing behavior disorders that can

negatively impact school performance and social development. Group and dyadic parent management training have

proven to improve the functioning of young children with disruptive behaviors.

Presenter: Mr. Rich Downs

Co-Presenter: Dr. Emily Shaffer-Hudkins



CAREER ADVISEMENT AFTER FACTS.ORG AND EPEP Room: HTC 3

With the changes at FACTS.org and ePEP, what is now required for our middle and high school students? Do middle

school students still have to do the career course- Yes! Will the CHOICES Planner program still be available to assist

students- Yes! We will discuss what is required for career planning in our schools and what you can do to assist your

students as they transition to postsecondary education.

Presenter: Heather Conley

Domain: Career

Audience: Middle School; Senior High

DADS OF GREAT STUDENTS (WATCH D.O.G.S.): ENGAGE MEN, INSPIRE CHILDREN, REDUCE

BULLYING Room: Demens

WATCH D.O.G.S. ® is an innovative program focusing on education and safety in schools by using the positive influence

of fathers and father-figures to provide an unobtrusive fathering presence, and a positive and active role-model for

students. Fathers, stepfathers, grandfathers and uncles are asked to spend at least one day volunteering.

Presenter: Mr. Manuel Perez



IMPLEMENTING A COUNSELING FRAMEWORK THAT PROMOTES 21ST CENTURY SKILLS Room: Williams

Presenters provide a guidance framework, identify strategies, and outline steps to support the 21st century skills of critical

thinking, creativity, communication, and collaboration. The session will describe the process of implementing a

framework which promotes these skills in an elementary school and help attendees apply this research-based framework

in their school systems.


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Presenter: Ms. Rachel Lipsett

Co-Presenter: Dr. David Womack



MOTIVATIONAL GROUP COUNSELING Room: Skyway/Pier

In just six, thirty minute small group sessions, counselors can motivate unchallenged students using REBT, a variation on

solution-focused theory, and goal setting. This approach was used at a dropout prevention high school and the graduation

rate increased 400 percent.

Presenter: Mr. Robert Pincus

Domain: Academic


GRADUATE STUDENTS: GEAR UP FOR THE JOB SEARCH Room: HTC 4

Designed for graduate students, this interactive panel of school administrators and counselors will discuss all facets of a

job search -- letter of application, resume development, the interview and post-interview. Also included will be

suggestions for a successful first week in a new position and professional involvement in FSCA.

Presenter: Dr. Rebecca Schumacher

Domain: Career

Audience: Postsecondary

ADVOCACY THROUGH SCHOOL COUNSELING ADVISORY COUNCILS Room: HTC 3

The ASCA National Model recommends that school counselors create advisory councils to help guide their programs. In

this interactive session, we'll explore how school counseling advisory councils can be implemented in ways that can

empower not only school counselors and programs, but also students, parents, and communities.

Presenter: Dr. Christopher Janson

Co-Presenter: Dr. Sophie Maxis



FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION SECONDARY SCHOOL COUNSELOR UPDATE Room: Harborview

Florida's 2012 legislative session included new and revised statutes impacting student progression. Secondary school

counselors will be provided with an update of various policies, procedures and resources to assist with student

advisement. State student financial assistance resources and important updates will be provided.

Presenter: Ms. Helen Lancashire

Domain: Career


FLORIDA'S STUDENT SERVICES PERSONNEL EVALUATION MODEL Room: Bayboro

Learn more about Florida's Student Services Personnel Evaluation Model (SSPEM) which is an integrated, state approved

evaluation system that establishes common practice standards across the student services professions by focusing on

evidence-based and research-based practices that are linked to student achievement and behavior.

Presenter: Mr. Curtis Jenkins

Domain: Academic



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ADVOCACY COMMITTEE – ST. PETERSBURG 1

Effective Advocacy with Policy Makers

Special opportunity to meet FSCA’s legislative advocate, Carole Green, and School

Counseling Legislative Champion Senator Nancy Detert

Facilitator – Madelyn Isaacs – FSCA Advocacy Chair

ELEMENTARY SCHOOL – BAYBORO

Facilitator – Joni Shook – FSCA Elementary Vice President

MIDDLE SCHOOL – DEMENS

Facilitator – Araseli Martinez-Pena – FSCA Middle School Vice President

HIGH SCHOOL – WILLIAMS

Facilitator – Margaret “Peg” Reale – FSCA High School Vice President

COUNSELOR EDUCATORS AND GRADUATE STUDENTS – ST. PETERSBURG 2

Facilitator – Carolyn Berger – FSCA Post-Secondary Vice President

DISTRICT STAFF – HARBORVIEW

Nan Worsowicz – FSCA District Level Vice President

PRIVATE SCHOOL – HTC 3

Facilitator – Melissa Mariani – FSCA Region 5 Vice President

RAMP SUPPORT – HTC 4

Facilitator – Shirley Redcay – FSCA RAMP Support Committee Chair

ASCA TOWN HALL MEETING – SKYWAY/PIER

Facilitator – Dr. Shari Sevier – President-Elect – American

School Counselor Association

Level Sharing Meetings Friday, November 2, 2012

5:40pm – 6:30pm

Senator Nancy

Detert will be with

us during the

Advocacy meeting.


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ETHICAL AND EFFECTIVE SUPERVISION FOR SCHOOL COUNSELING STUDENT-INTERNS Room: Williams

School counseling student-interns' field-based supervision experiences significantly influences their professional

development; however, few school-based supervisors have been trained in counselor supervision. This presentation will

(a) introduce counselor supervision, (b) review school counseling internship supervision competencies, and (c) present

qualities of effective school counseling supervision.

Presenter: Dr. Stacy Van Horn



I CAN'T BELIEVE I TAUGHT THE WHOLE LESSON WITHOUT DISRUPTIONS Room: Demens

Are you tired of frequent tardiness, bathroom requests and classroom disruptions? Well, you're not alone. Come and learn

five proven strategies that will decrease discipline referrals by 70-90%, increase academics by 30%, and improve overall

school morale. Have your students "REFOCUS" on learning and giving you “MORE TIME to TEACH".

Presenter: Mr. Allen Neal

Domain: Academic


10 STRATEGIES PROVEN TO INSPIRE EVEN THE MOST STRUGGLING STUDENT Room: Bayboro

How do you engage the most challenging students? This session will provide 10 strategies that have proven to build

relationships, grab attention, and inspire students in K-12 schools, mental health, and correctional organizations

worldwide. Learn to speak the language of today's youth using relevant multimedia, physical activities, and visual

metaphors.

Presenter: Hans Magleby

Domain: Academic


ROCKIN' RESPONSIVE SERVICES: FINE TUNING YOUR COMPREHENSIVE SCHOOL COUNSELING

PROGRAM Room: Skyway/Pier

Looking for innovative strategies for improving your school counseling program? This interactive session will help

Professional School Counselors focus on prevention and intervention needs for all students. Best practices will include

individual counseling, guidance curriculum, transitions, parent involvement, organizational tips and utilizing data to drive

program planning and counseling interventions.

Presenter: Ms. Randi Schietz

Co-Presenter: Mrs. Melissa Renda




, 2012 8:30 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.

Saturday, November 3rd, 2012


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ICOUNSELOR: IPAD AND IPOD APPS FOR THE 21ST

CENTURY COUNSELING PROGRAM Room: HTC 3

As new portable technologies move into the education sphere, it is vital

that counselors stay informed of new and innovative ways in which we

can use these technologies. iPad and iPod apps can help you, your

students, and your colleagues in ways you'd never thought possible.

Presenter: Mr. Daniel Turk

Co-Presenter: Ms. Lisa Guyette


Audience: Elementary; Middle School; Senior High; Postsecondary

TEST ANXIETY AND STUDENT SUCCESS IN ELEMENTARY

SCHOOL Room: St. Pete 1

The presentation will examine the effects of test anxiety on elementary school students. Research based solutions will be

shared and modeled for participates. The presentation will conclude with the modeling of a lesson plan designed to

positively impact test anxiety.

Presenter: Dr. Jeff Blume

Domain: Academic


FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION SECONDARY SCHOOL COUNSELOR UPDATE (REPEAT

SESSION) ROOM: Harborview

Florida's 2012 Legislative Session included new and revised statutes impacting student progression. Secondary school

counselors will be provided with an update of various policies, procedures and resources to assist with student

advisement. State student financial assistance resources and important updates will be provided.

Presenter: Ms. Helen Lancashire

Domain: Career


SPEAK UP BE SAFE: CERTIFIED FACILITATOR TRAINING FOR ELEMENTARY COUNSELORS

**PLEASE NOTE: This is a double session and you must attend the entire session to become a certified facilitator

Room: St. Pete 2

Attend this training and become a Speak Up Be Safe facilitator! This is a research-based, Department of Education

approved bullying and child abuse prevention program. This program meets Statute 39, the Jeffrey Johnston Stand Up for

All Students Act and over 90 Next Generation Sunshine State Standards. Join us to engage your school, parents and

community in teaching students to help adults keep them safe. Upon completion, you will be a certified facilitator, receive

all necessary materials at no cost, and be able to implement classroom sessions in your school.

Presenter: Mrs. Stacy Pendarvis

Co-Presenter: Mrs. Lynn Layton



http://www.fla-schoolcounselor.org/advocacy


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PROGRAM DEVELOPMENT FOR PARENTAL INVOLVEMENT, EMPOWERMENT AND STUDENT

SUCCESS Room: St. Pete 1

Parental involvement is critical to student success. Yet, it can be difficult to keep parents involved. When discipline

referrals or academic failure occur, parents may respond antagonistically. Attendees will identify obstacles to parent

involvement and examine strategies to create respectful, trusting partnerships upon which ongoing parental involvement

can be sustained.

Presenter: Ms. Barbara Barry



S.T.E.M.: FUELING OUR FUTURE Room: Bayboro

Are you collaborating with your science, math, and technology teachers? The national STEM initiative encourages us to

focus more emphasis on Science, Technology, Engineering and Math. In this interactive workshop learn how to

incorporate more STEM into your high school guidance curriculum and how to provide your teachers with new, fun ideas

that will help students see the relationship between their courses and future career pathways.

Presenter: Mrs. Janice Tkaczyk

Domain: Career

Audience: Senior High

CHAMPIONS IN THE CLASSROOM Room: Williams School counselors are charged with providing developmental guidance lessons that address the academic, personal/social,

and career needs of all students. Participants in this session will learn a number of instructional techniques and strategies

that are aligned with the Marzano Evaluation Model and linked to improved academic achievement and pro-social

behaviors.

Presenter: Dr. Elizabeth Villares

Co-Presenters: Dr. Melissa Mariani, Dr. Linda Webb

Domain: Academic


KEEPING IN STEPS WITH THE TIMES Room: Harborview Professional school counselors find themselves in ethical dilemmas on a regular basis. While some situations are

relatively easy to navigate, other situations need more consideration. The STEPS (Stone, 2001) decision-making model is

new to ASCA's Ethical Standards (2010) and provides professional school counselors with a systematic process for

resolving complex legal and ethical dilemmas in a school setting. This presentation will provide participants with practical

skills on how to implement the STEPS model in those sticky situations that school counselors often face.

Presenter: Dr. C. Stephanie Larson




, 2012 10:15 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.


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BUILDING STUDENTS' SOCIAL/EMOTIONAL STRENGTHS THROUGH SERVICE LEARNING

PROJECTS Room: Demens Change the hearts and minds of children, parents, and community stake holders through Service Learning! School

counselors and educators can significantly impact the social/emotional development of children through their involvement

in service learning opportunities. Attendees will be provided with multiple options for implementing significant service

learning projects.

Presenter: Mrs. Linda Martin

Co-Presenter: Ms. Barbara Barry



BEYOND POVERTY: BRAIN-INSPIRED WAYS TO UNDERSTAND AND RESPOND TO POVERTY

Room: Skyway/Pier Poverty has a synergistic and pervasive negative impact on children's brains. In this Upside Down Organization

workshop, participants will learn the specific impact of poverty on the developing brain, its impact in the classroom and

the community, and the interventions that can be used to overcome poverty's effects.

Presenter: Ms. Alwynne Lamp

Domain: Academic



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The Robert D. Myrick Lifetime Achievement Award

Dr. Carolyn Stone

Elementary School Counselor of the Year 2012

Linda K. Martin

Elementary School Counselor of the Year 2012

Herele S. Oakley

Middle School Counselor of the Year 2012

Jennifer J. Foutch

Private School Counselor of the Year 2012

Genvieve Stephenson

School Administrator of the Year 2012

Mario Crocetti

Administrator/Supervisor of the Year 2012

Mary S. DeSalvo

Advocate Award 2012

Nancy E. Reese


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Special FSCA Advocacy Award

Claire Cousins

School Board Advocacy Award

Duval County School Board

District 1 - The Honorable Martha Barrett District 2 - The Honorable Fred "Fel" Lee - Vice-Chairman

District 3 - The Honorable W.C. Gentry District 4 - The Honorable Paula D. Wright

District 5 - The Honorable Betty Burney - Chairman District 6 - The Honorable Becki Couch

District 7 - The Honorable Tommy Hazouri


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Florida School Counselor Association Past Presidents

Cecil Rouselle 1965-1966

Edith Montgomery 1966-1967

Ada May Bender 1967-1968

Marie Willis 1968-1969

Fred Weinman 1969-1970

Fred Weinman 1970-1971

John D. Shafer 1971-1972

Robert Clark 1972-1973

Jo Allen Willis 1973-1974

Mary Benson 1974-1975

Theresa Roberts 1975-1976

Anna Wilcox 1976-1977

Charles Cecil 1977-1978

Jacqueline Barber 1978-1979

Evelyn Clayton 1979-1980

Joan Dowd Shalls 1980-1981

Dot Thomas 1981-1982

Brita Darling 1982-1983

Bonnie Parker 1983-1984

Jo Brewer 1984-1985

Betsy Folk 1985-1986

William E. Redfern 1986-1987

Diane D'Acuti 1987-1988

Larry Tyson 1988-1989

Charles H. Wildly 1989-1990

Mike Stephenson 1990-1991

Roxie Zusmer 1991-1992

Beverly McKinney 1992-1993

Linda Schwartzkopf 1993-1994

Sue Hofstrand 1994-1995

Marshall Koppel 1995-1996

Nilda Diaz 1996-1997

Rich Downs 1997-1998

Melinda Young 1998-1999

Janet Riley 1999-2000

Theresa Snyder 2000-2001

Linda Winkel 2001-2002

Jim Schienle 2002-2003

Beth McCann 2003-2004

Judy Canning 2004-2005

Kate Germuska 2005-2006

Shanshera Quinn 2006-2007

Madelyn Isaacs 2007-2008

Susan Gertel 2008-2009

Curtis Jenkins 2009 – 2010

Sharon Dolinsky (July 2010-Jan 2011)

Christopher Smith (Jan 2011 – 2012)

Florida School Counselor Association Board Members

President

Russell A. Sabella

President Elect

Rebecca Schumacher

Past President

Christopher Smith

Elementary School Level

Vice President

Joni Shook

Middle School Level Vice

President

Araseli Martinez-Pena

High School Level Vice

President

Margaret Reale

Post-Secondary Level Vice

President

Carolyn Berger

District Level Supervisor

Vice President

Nan Worsowicz

Region 1 Vice President

Curtis Jenkins


Wendy Dunlap


Cherie Burgess


Leanne Hope


Melissa Mariani

Have you visited the FSCA News Blog lately? Updated almost every day, you’ll find

everything from resources, announcements, grant information, and more right here. You

can subscribe via email or by using your favorite RSS reader. Critical announcements are

always emailed to all FSCA members.

http://www.myfsca.blogspot.com/

Convention Committees

CHAIR & ON SITE MANAGEMENT Christopher Smith

CO-CHAIR Paula Bewerse COORDINATING COMMITTEE Claire Cousins Madelyn Isaacs Curtis Jenkins Russ Sabella Joni Shook Christopher Smith Nan Worsowicz CONVENTION BUDGET COMMITTEE Claire Cousins Curtis Jenkins Madelyn Isaacs

CONVENTION COMMUNICATION COMMITTEE Russ Sabella EXHIBITOR & SPONSOR COMMITTEE Curtis Jenkins PROFESSIONAL RECOGNITION Theresa Kalten PROGRAM COMMITTEE Joni Shook Nan Worsowicz PRE-CONVENTION & KEYNOTE SPEAKER COMMITTEE Shanshera Quinn Michael Kane REGISTRATION COMMITTEE Claire Cousins Lori Wallace

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Schedule at a Glance

Schedule at a Glance

Mark Your Calendars

FSCA 2013 CONVENTION

OCTOBER 31, 2013 TO NOVEMBER 2, 2013

Pre-Convention Workshops & Opening Reception:

Thursday, October 31, 2013

Breakout Session & Awards Banquet:

Friday, November, 1, 2013

Breakout Sessions:

November 1 & 2, 2013

Documents

FSCA Convention Program 2012