Welcome to VSCA!Founded in 1962 , the Virginia School Counselor Association is a state chapter of the American School Counselor Association. It is the only school counselor association in the Commonwealth of Virginia solely for and by school counselors. |
About UsVSCA provides professional development opportunities through workshops and conferences, networking opportunities through various events, and advocacy for the role of the school counselor in the state of Virginia. Mission Statement The mission of the Virginia School Counselor Association is to actively promote excellence in the profession of school counseling and to provide member support through professional development, advocacy, leadership, accountability and collaboration.
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| Member BenefitsYour Membership Provides You: Membership programs and services such as - membership mailings, materials related to National School Counseling Week and Back to School, etc. Lobbyists at David Bailey Associates, who will advocate for Virginia school counseling issues FREE RAMP training and consultation for school divisions Scholarships for RAMP application fees Multiple professional development opportunities throughout the state, Annual Conference and Summer Academy each year at a reduced member rate Meet and Greet events to socialize and network with other school counselors in the state. A website full of resources for members only Access to the membership database for networking purposes The VOICE magazine Professional recognition and awards for school counselors and graduate students Social media presence on Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn, ASCA/Virginia Scene and YouTube VA delegate representation to the ASCA National Conference Find out more about Member Benefits within our Association. | VSCA UpdatesOctober 18-20, 2023 Hampton, VA The Virginia School Counselor Association is proud to bring you presentations promoting evidence-based programs in the domains of academic achievement, emotional growth, social development, career exploration, and post secondary planning. Presentations showcase best practices, current research, or skills of value to counselors, pre-K to postsecondary, as well as district personnel, graduate students and counselor educators.
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Advocacy The Virginia School Counselor Association is dedicated to helping it's members advocate for their role at both the school and state level. 1/3 of your membership dues go to lobbying for school counselors in Virginia. Read more |
Awards and Recognition The VSCA provides opportunities to recognize school counselors, graduate students, administrators, counselor educators and students each year through various awards and scholarships. |
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