Six School Counselor Technology Protocols Infographic

This infographic includes several technology best practices for School Counselors, but many of these could apply to all professions… Enjoy! Find more education infographics on e-Learning Infographics For more ideas on improving your use of technology in your school, please see: www.futurereadynow.com/workshops/. Have a great day!

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Great FREE Resource for Inspirational Quotes and Posters

Michael Werner, just like me, is addicted to educational quotes.   Unlike me, Mr. Werner turned his addiction into a fun, free website called “BEST TEACHER QUOTES” where educators can print FREE mini-posters of teacher-related quotes. Clearly, I think that this concept is great for School Counselors.  The walls in my office are frequently plastered with quotes that…

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Is LinkedIn getting into College Match-Making?

I received an email this morning from LinkedIn titled, “Introducing a better way for your students to find the right university.” Is LinkedIn really getting into the College Match-Making game? This seems like a great business move for LinkedIn to build relationships with students early. Is this a good thing for students and parents?  Would…

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5+ Ways to Refresh your IGP Conferences

Please note: This post first appeared on March 9, 2014; I updated some of the resource links and resource names on November 13, 2014. I have been talking a lot recently with School Counselors and Career Specialists around South Carolina about their Individual Graduation Plan (IGP) Conferences.  It is clear to me that there are…

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Tennessee School Counselor & Administrator Leadership Institute 2014

I just attended the Tennessee School Counselor & Administrator Leadership Institute in Chattanooga, TN.  There were many great sessions and ideas available at this conference. My two favorite sessions related to School Counselors using Technology to enhance their School Counseling Programs: 1) Scott Ertl did a great session called, “Learn to Share Powerful Ways to Use…

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