School Counselors' Secret Weapons for Special Pops Success

School for School Counselors Podcast

Ever feel like juggling the needs of special populations is pushing you to the brink? It doesn’t have to be that way! Join me, Steph Johnson, as we break down the often overwhelming world of school counseling and dive into real, evidence-based strategies for advocating for your students without burning out. We’ll talk about your ethical and legal responsibilities under ASCA standards, IDEA, and Section 504, and I’ll share ideas on how to lighten the load. Whether you're supporting students in special education, 504 plans, gifted programs, or English language learners, this episode will help you take care of your students and yourself.
00:00 Introduction: The Challenge of Serving Every Student

01:50 Understanding Special Populations

04:53 Ethical and Legal Responsibilities

08:12 Challenges Faced by School Counselors

14:51 Strategies for Effective Support

24:18 Conclusion and Encouragement
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Resources:
As mentioned in the episode, the resources list for this episode is too lengthy to post here. Email the show for a detailed list.
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Bölümler

1. Meeting the Needs of Special Populations (00:00:00)

2. Supporting Special Populations Through Community Resources (00:19:00)

3. Self-Care Tips for School Counselors (00:25:36)