NCSD Counseling Handbook NCSD Counselor Handbook 6.26.18 1 Table of Contents Section Page Number Introduction .................................................................................................................................................... 4 NCSD Counseling Vision/Mission .................................................................................................................... 5 NCSD Counseling Beliefs/Philosophy .............................................................................................................. 6 NCSD Program Goals, Curriculum, and Sample Action Plans .......................................................................... 6 Benefits of a School Counseling Program ........................................................................................................ 7 Counselor List .................................................................................................................................................. 9 Counselor Confidentiality .............................................................................................................................. 11 Definitions of Policy, Procedure, Practice ..................................................................................................... 11 Legal Issues for Counseling ............................................................................................................................ 12 NCSD Guidance and Counseling Program Overview (2008-2009) ................................................................. 15 List of Counseling Curriculums ...................................................................................................................... 27 Advancement Via Individual Determination ................................................................................................. 28 NCSD Suicide Intervention Process ............................................................................................................... 33 Child Abuse Intervention ............................................................................................................................... 57 504 Plans ....................................................................................................................................................... 58 Also Accessible on Website 1. Synergy Instructions ................................................................................................................. 60 2. Sample Rowe 504 Evaluation Checklist ................................................................................... 63 3. Request for Medical Diagnosis Form ....................................................................................... 65 4. ODE 504 Manual ...................................................................................................................... 66 Homeless / Title X ........................................................................................................................................ 124 Attendance / Truancy Court ........................................................................................................................ 134 Bullying & Harassment ................................................................................................................................ 142 NCSD Graduation Requirements ................................................................................................................. 145 Frequently Used Education and SPED Acronyms and Terms ...................................................................... 146 Internet Resources ...................................................................................................................................... 148 Counseling Professional Library .................................................................................................................. 149 Student Education Records Retention Timelines ........................................................................................ 153 Student Assessment Schedule ..................................................................................................................... 155 School and Community Resources .............................................................................................................. 156 Alternative Programs Outside of NCSD ....................................................................................................... 170 Release of Information FORM ..................................................................................................................... 172 Sample Letters & Presentations .................................................................................................................. 174 Early College Program (high school) ............................................................................................................ 184 American School Counseling Association (ASCA) Resources ....................................................................... 190 NCSD Counselor Handbook 6.26.18 2 ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS Committee members: Dawn Seeberger, Scouters Mountain Elementary Linda Pfohl, Oak Grove Elementary Janelle Menzia-Murphy, Lewelling Elementary Laura Nelson, Clackamas High School Jim Corff, Putnam High School Theresa Halter, Milwaukie High School Holly Thompson, Rowe Middle School First Published: August, 2016 Revised 8/14/17 NCSD Counselor Handbook 6.26.18 3 Introduction This handbook was designed as a guide for school counselors in the policies and procedures for the North Clackamas School District (NCSD) as-well-as providing tools for the work of counseling students. The information for this handbook was compiled from existing sources in the district, local resources, and other school counseling handbooks across the nation. Much of the information is specific to the North Clackamas Schools including procedures that may have been in place for some time but never put in writing. Other procedures have been modified with the input and approval of the Counseling Steering Committee. Counseling and guidance is an integral part of each school’s total educational program. NCSD’s is based on the American School Counseling Association National Model: A Framework for School Counseling Programs, which presents a model that helps prepare students for success in academic, career, and personal/social development. The counseling and guidance program helps students achieve their full potential through four program delivery components: School Guidance Curriculum, Individual Student Planning, Responsive Services, and System Support. As with any handbook, it is intended to be a guide—not a regulatory manual. This resource is developed to be a living document that is updated and expanded, as meets the needs of our school counselors, to help them better meet the needs of students. The school counselor is an essential member of the educational team that supports and enhances student achievement and success. Counselors have the professional skills, desire and ability to help students realize their dreams. It is our hope that this handbook will greatly aid our counselors helping them do what they do best—counsel students. NCSD Counselor Handbook 6.26.18 4 NCSD COUNSELING VISION/MISSION NCSD Counseling Vision All NCSD students participate in rigorous, high-quality education programs preparing them to be successful citizens of the larger community. NCSD Counseling facilitates student support through program practices and through partnerships between the school, family and community. *The term Counselor includes those in a position titled Child Development Specialist. NCSD Counseling Mission The mission of the counseling program of the North Clackamas School District is to facilitate meeting and enhancing students’ social, emotional, academic and career development. By serving all students K-12, the counseling program provides age-appropriate services, removes barriers, and provide support that give students the opportunity to follow their own path and discover new possibilities on the journey to graduation, college and career. North Clackamas School District Mission Preparing graduates who are inspired and empowered to strengthen the quality of life in our local and global communities. NCSD Counselor Handbook 6.26.18 5 NCSD COUNSELING BELIEFS/PHILOSOPHY NCSD Counseling Beliefs/Philosophy The School Counseling Program is based on developmental concepts and theories and recognizes the strengths of each individual. The program is preventative and proactive; it encourages students, staff and community to appreciate the contributions, rights and responsibilities of themselves and others. The counselors in the North Clackamas schools believe: 1. All students can achieve at high levels. 2. Every student is valuable and is treated with dignity and respect. 3. All students will have access to high quality school counseling services. 4. All students’ ethnic, cultural, racial differences or race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, sexual orientation, physical requirements, and learning disabilities are considered in the design and delivery of school counseling services. 5. All students deserve a safe and nurturing environment. The NCSD Comprehensive School Counseling Program: 1. Is an integral part of the total educational process of the North Clackamas Schools. 2. Is planned, coordinated, managed and evaluated by the school counselors. 3. Is available to all