🏆🏆 Nominate a colleague today for the Nebraska School Counselor of the Year! https://t.co/YjoCI3jQWp #ncsa #SCOY2024

When we work together, we can make the world a safer place for all students, especially students who may be bullied for their race or ethnicity. Learn how to keep diverse students safe from bullying at https://t.co/YojGoA8q4o. #StopBullying #HispanicHeritageMonth2024

Great story with data-driven outcomes!

🚨 Carolyn Stone is always worth listening to, especially with ethics and the law.

The new #CDCYRBS Data Summary & Trends Report shows that while some behaviors & experiences continued to worsen for youth from 2021–2023, there were signs of progress—including in the areas of mental health & substance use. Explore the full report:

The Youth Risk Behavior Survey Data Summary & Trends Report: 2013–2023 tells an important story about adolescent health and well-being.

When schools create intentional systems for intake and orientation of newcomer students, it lightens the individual load on students and teachers. @jessica_lander @EriksonInst How Schools Can Better Support Teachers of Newcomer Students https://t.co/HsIHBTG0ES

When schools prioritize mental health, students don't just learn—they excel. Learn more about the strategies that support the social, emotional, and academic development (#SEAD) of students here: #SEAD #MentalHealth

As students return to school, school counselors work to help them reintegrate into school routines, develop academic strategies, manage emotions and much more. Check out these Back-to-School Resources to ensure you're prepared for the new school year. https://t.co/9uQlIrFaMm

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Don’t miss the @IKNgov Back-to-School webinar tomorrow at 2 p.m. EDT! Learn more about the services covered by #Medicaid and #CHIP to help kids stay healthy throughout the school year, best practices for outreach and more. Register here:

Some student behaviors look like ADHD, lack of motivation or defiance. Sometimes these behaviors are due to hunger, lack of sleep or fear. Let’s first prescribe a snack, nap or hug. This may be exactly what they need to succeed! #MaslowBeforeBloom

College Scorecard experts are offering training for school counselors on how to use the College Scorecard to support students and parents in making data-informed decisions about college attendance. Find more info and register here:

This should be shared with admin/staff sooner rather than later!

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As political tensions rise in the country, we must remember how they affect our students. In this conversation, we discuss how we can help our students process what they may be hearing. @LDamour @pfagell @JYooBrannon @KFelicello @bamradionetwork

Join one of this week's sessions of FAFSA Office Hours for assistance in helping all students — including those who have contributors without a social security number and mixed-status families — complete the 2024 FAFSA. Register here: https://t.co/wZRyqDq9v8

ASCA will hold office hours for school counselors and others who need assistance in helping all students — including those who have contributors without a social security number and mixed-status families — complete the 2024 FAFSA. Register here: https://t.co/wZRyqDq9v8

Check out the newest episode of I Hear You Say featuring Shakirra McKinley and Orlando Dobbins Jr. Tune in as they discuss mental health and social/emotional learning within today's schools. #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth https://t.co/Py8JSmDrZb

Studying the implementation of interventions is just as important as evaluating the results. @jillbarshay @hechingerreport Only a quarter of federally funded education innovations benefited students, report says https://t.co/3ftsbK1K40