EDC600

American School Counselor Association (2019). ASCA School
Counselor Professional Standards & Competencies. Alexandria,
VA: Author.

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It’s important for the learner in this course to have a thorough understanding of the ASCA National Model, as it provides a framework for the many duties a school counselor is responsible for. This National Model has been revised several times to stay current, especially as the School Counseling profession has evolved over the years.

Morgan, Ronald D.; Lock, Peter Educational Leadership and Administration: Teaching and Program Development, v25 p65-76 Mar 2014

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This paper explores the marginalized youth relevancy for today's educators, especially those responsible for the education of future school leaders. Through both a review of the literature and an in-depth interview with Gruwell, this paper shows how Gruwell emerged as a teacher leader and change agent.

Ford, A. D., & Nelson, J. A. (2007). Secondary School Counselors as Educational Leaders: Shifting Perceptions of Leadership. Journal of School Counseling, 5(19), n19.

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This study is significant in sharing the changes in school counselors' roles in becoming active participants in systemic change in leadership for student achievement. The study is significant in complementing and perpetuating the vision and direction of the school counseling field.