Purpose
Typically 8 – 12 people who have a vested interest in the school counseling program and are willing to meet twice a year.
Members:
Link between the school counseling program and the various groups to be served and should include members from the following stakeholder groups:
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Students
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Parents/guardians
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Educators/administrators
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Business/Community members
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Post-Secondary Representatives
The Advisory Team's Role:
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Serves in a leadership role to support the mission and goals of the school counseling program.
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Provides a communication link between the school counseling program and each stakeholder group.
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Acts as a resource and support for the school counseling program.
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Reviews data and provides feedback on the effectiveness of the school counseling program.
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Contributes ideas regarding the needs of the various stakeholder groups.
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Guidance lesson planning.
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Professional development for school counselors.