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📣 Virginia School Counselors— we want to hear from YOU!Have an innovative idea, successful program, or strategy that’s m...
04/24/2026

📣 Virginia School Counselors— we want to hear from YOU!

Have an innovative idea, successful program, or strategy that’s making an impact? Submit your proposal for the state conference by **May 15th**!

Need a little guidance before you apply? Visit our conference webpage to watch a helpful video with proposal tips, suggestions, and strategies to set you up for success.

Don’t miss this opportunity to share your voice, inspire others, and elevate the work happening across Virginia 💫

Click the link in our bio for more information!

School counselors—this is your chance to share your expertise, innovative strategies, and impactful work with colleagues...
04/17/2026

School counselors—this is your chance to share your expertise, innovative strategies, and impactful work with colleagues across the field. Whether you’re highlighting best practices, student success stories, or creative programming, we want to hear from you!
Submit your proposal and help inspire, educate, and empower fellow counselors. 💙

📅Proposal deadline: May 15

Use this link to submit your proposal: https://ncyionline.org/conferences/vscac/vsca-cfp/

Celebrating a counselor who goes above and beyond every single day. Your impact is huge, and your heart is even bigger! ...
04/17/2026

Celebrating a counselor who goes above and beyond every single day. Your impact is huge, and your heart is even bigger! 💫 🎓

Give an example of a task, project, or situation where this counselor shined?
- Mrs. Dowdy founded the school’s Kindness Club a few years ago, which began as positive sticky notes on bathroom mirrors and high-five Fridays. However, this program has grown to implement anti-bullying campaigns, clothing and hygiene closets for students to access, and a weekend meals program, which provides 25 students with meals and snacks each Friday afternoon. During holidays, this club also provides families with large meals and gifts.

What positive quality did they demonstrate? (e.g., teamwork, problem-solving, leadership, creativity)
-Problem-solving to recognize community needs

What was the impact of their action? (e.g., helped the team, saved the project, boosted morale)
- These students’ attendance and academics have improved, as they are able to safely and anonymously access basic needs.

Celebrating a counselor who goes above and beyond every single day. Your impact is huge, and your heart is even bigger! ...
04/15/2026

Celebrating a counselor who goes above and beyond every single day. Your impact is huge, and your heart is even bigger! 💫 🎓

Give an example of a task, project, or situation where this counselor shined?
- Tarri Jones does an exceptional job supporting high school students as they pursue their academic and career goals. She goes above and beyond by organizing visits to multiple universities—such as Hampton University, VCU, Virginia Tech, UVA, and Norfolk State—providing students with exposure to opportunities beyond Newport News and helping them envision a broader future.

What positive quality did they demonstrate? (e.g., teamwork, problem-solving, leadership, creativity)
-She actively works to broaden students’ horizons by exposing them to diverse educational environments and future opportunities beyond their immediate community. This reflects qualities such as: Dedication – Going above and beyond to support students’ academic and career goals. Initiative – Organizing visits to multiple universities to provide real-world exposure. Empowerment – Helping students envision possibilities for their future.

What was the impact of their action? (e.g., helped the team, saved the project, boosted morale)
- Empowerment and Confidence, Expanded Horizons and Career Awareness. These visits help students understand the variety of programs and career paths available, aiding informed decision-making.

We are incredibly proud of our 2026 RAMP-designated school counseling programs across Virginia! 🌟 Your commitment to exc...
04/10/2026

We are incredibly proud of our 2026 RAMP-designated school counseling programs across Virginia! 🌟 Your commitment to excellence, equity, and student success continues to set the standard and make a lasting impact in schools and communities. Thank you for leading the way and inspiring what’s possible in school counseling.

Celebrating a counselor who goes above and beyond every single day. Your impact is huge, and your heart is even bigger! ...
04/09/2026

Celebrating a counselor who goes above and beyond every single day. Your impact is huge, and your heart is even bigger! 💫 🎓

Give an example of a task, project, or situation where this counselor shined?
- Leads our UMHT team, department lead & collaborator extraordinaire! Always willing to brainstorm & share resources. Coordinator of school wide positivity challenges too.

What positive quality did they demonstrate? (e.g., teamwork, problem-solving, leadership, creativity)
- Positive leader of our department & UMHT team. Willing to create videos to support community wide resources for transitions & zones of regulation.

What was the impact of their action? (e.g., helped the team, saved the project, boosted morale)
- Modeled positivity, boosted community spirit during Mental Health Awareness with a school wide challenge around coping skills. It turned into a bulletin board in our cafeteria as a reminder when we get big emotions.

Celebrating a counselor who goes above and beyond every single day. Your impact is huge, and your heart is even bigger! ...
04/07/2026

Celebrating a counselor who goes above and beyond every single day. Your impact is huge, and your heart is even bigger! 💫 🎓

Give an example of a task, project, or situation where this counselor shined?
- Kate is an excellent School Counselor. She takes on all responsibilities with no complaints. We call her a SUPER COUNSELOR because she’s usually the first to finish all the tasks that we have to complete. She went over and beyond last school year to ensure a transfer student was able to graduate on time. Due to the student’s lack of transferring classes, it seemed almost impossible. However, with Kate researching every possible avenue for him to complete the classes needed and the student’s willingness to put in the work, the student graduated on time. We were all so ecstatic for the student! We were even more proud to call Kate a colleague! Kate is definitely a School Counselor who cares about the overall well being of all of her students. Go Kate!

What positive quality did they demonstrate? (e.g., teamwork, problem-solving, leadership, creativity)
- Problem solving, teamwork with other stakeholderslders

What was the impact of their action? (e.g., helped the team, saved the project, boosted morale)
- Kate’s actions allowed the student to walk across the stage on time even though it seemed impossible. The student was overcome with joy when he completed his last assignment and was told he had met the requirements to graduate on time. We were all so excited for him and even shed some tears. We consider a victory for one counselor to be a victory for us all!

Nominations for VSCA Board of Directors Greetings,We are looking for three new Directors to join the VSCA Governing Boar...
03/15/2026

Nominations for VSCA Board of Directors

Greetings,

We are looking for three new Directors to join the VSCA Governing Board, for a three-year term beginning July 1, 2026.

Please note: in order to run for the board, candidates must (a) be VSCA members in good standing, (b) have at least three years professional experience as a K-12 school counselor, and (c) be school counselors, faculty in a school counselor education program, or a recently retired aforementioned position for no less than three years.

We need leaders who are willing to be involved, work hard, represent their colleagues, advocate for School Counseling in Virginia, and have fun!

If you are interested in running, please nominate yourself today, by completing the 2026 VSCA Board of Directors Elections form before 11:59pm on April 5th, 2026.

For more information, please email Sarah Ritchie, VSCA Assistant Chair: sritchie@kgcs.k12.va.us

Thank you for your consideration and dedication to school counseling!

All the best,

The VSCA Board of Directors

Celebrating a counselor who goes above and beyond every single day. Your impact is huge, and your heart is even bigger! ...
03/02/2026

Celebrating a counselor who goes above and beyond every single day. Your impact is huge, and your heart is even bigger! 💫 🎓

Give an example of a task, project, or situation where this counselor shined?
- Allison has been a cornerstone of the Virginia Partnership for School Mental Health (VPSMH) graduate student ECHOs. She provides expert monthly consultation and supervision services to graduate students in school counseling, social work, and psychology across the Commonwealth. In addition, she consistently supervises UVA practicum and internship students and provides each with exceptional support and mentorship. She is an extraordinary leader and role model.

What positive quality did they demonstrate? (e.g., teamwork, problem-solving, leadership, creativity)
- Allison exemplifies leadership, mentorship, commitment to the field, and expertise as a school counselor. She has quiet energy and a steady presence that make others feel seen, heard, and valued. Allison is kind and compassionate and has an organic ability to create safe and supportive spaces for the next generation of school counselors.

What was the impact of their action? (e.g., helped the team, saved the project, boosted morale)
- Allison’s work has elevated the quality of school mental health services across the state. Her care and commitment have strengthened the pipeline of exceptional school counselors entering the field. Additionally, every intern she supervises enters the field with confidence and competence. She consistently inspires excellence; I could not be more grateful for her partnership with the VPSMH and UVA.

🚨🚨 DEADLINE EXTENDED UNTIL MIDNIGHT on 2/28!🚨🚨Nominations for the 2026 VSCA Leadership Award and the 2026 VSCA School Co...
02/24/2026

🚨🚨 DEADLINE EXTENDED UNTIL MIDNIGHT on 2/28!🚨🚨

Nominations for the 2026 VSCA Leadership Award and the 2026 VSCA School Counselor of the Year are now OPEN!

Follow the directions to submit your nominations!

CTE Month is a powerful opportunity to raise awareness, celebrate achievements, and engage key partners across education...
02/23/2026

CTE Month is a powerful opportunity to raise awareness, celebrate achievements, and engage key partners across education and workforce communities. While February provides a concentrated time for outreach, the momentum built during this time should fuel year-round efforts. Strategic planning and coordination with your team and partners can ensure that CTE Month becomes a key part of a comprehensive, long-term advocacy strategy that maximizes the impact of Career Technical Education for educators, employers, policymakers, and most importantly, all learners!

Kindness is powerful—and in school counseling, it’s transformational.This Kindness Week, the Virginia School Counselor A...
02/12/2026

Kindness is powerful—and in school counseling, it’s transformational.

This Kindness Week, the Virginia School Counselor Association celebrates the everyday moments our counselors create safe spaces, amplify student voices, and lead with compassion across the Commonwealth.
A simple act of kindness can change a student’s entire day—and sometimes their entire future. ✨

How are you celebrating Kindness Week in your school community? Drop a comment below and share how you’re spreading kindness!

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