We delve into the world of boys, and how we can positively impact our young men. Exploring what the pressure to "be a man" looks like, and talking about how we can encourage positive masculinity.

India shares her extensive experience running girl groups, and discusses how your students can benefit from them. We dive into some of the unique challenges our girls face in schools, and society at large.

What are the different experiences for students & staff moving to virtual or remote learning, suddenly? Is it possible to do so equitably? Do we like anything about being online, and how is our experience with adding technology to our counseling practice?

Focusing on what you can control is a key coping mechanism to getting through all kinds of challenges in life. Including international pandemics.

We talk about ways school counselors can help support students beyond the brick & mortar counseling office. And remind you to wash your hands!

What is the full the impact of closing schools for long periods of time? How can we all mitigate anxieties & help our communities come together?

We discuss the hardships of student death, from the counselor's grief to the student body. We discuss best practices to support our community. And remind you to breath & take care of yourself in times of crisis.

We dive into the tools & barriers that surround elementary reading targets. What causes the gap between then & High School, where reading levels of low income students especially are below grade level? Dolly Parton's Imagination Library: https://imaginationlibrary.com/

Are kids today resilient? How do we help them develop grit? And Happy National School Counseling Week 2020!

School Counselors do SO much, but what is actually appropriate for them? What are they specifically trained in? How can school counselors be better utilized to serve the students in your building? (And is it true you should stop calling them "guidance" counselors)?