Communication Factors as Predictors of Relationship Quality: A National Study of Principals and School Counselors

2016 ◽  
Vol 20 (1) ◽  
pp. 1096-2409-20.1. ◽  
Author(s):  
Mark Duslak ◽  
Brett Geier
Keyword(s):  
Regression Analysis ◽  
Relationship Quality ◽  
School Counselors ◽  
School Counselor ◽  
Demographic Variables ◽  
National Study ◽  
Building Relationships ◽  
Counselor Perceptions ◽  
School Counselor Perceptions

This study examined the effects of meeting frequency, structured meeting times, annual agreements, and demographic variables on school counselor perceptions of their relationship with their building principal. Results of a regression analysis indicated that meeting frequency accounted for 26.7% of the variance in school counselor-reported relationship quality scores. More frequent meetings were associated with higher ratings of relationship quality. The presence of a structured meeting time and an annual agreement positively influenced relationship quality to a lesser extent. This indicates that meetings between a principal and a school counselor do not need to be formally structured in order to be an effective method of building relationships between these two parties. School counselors and principals can base practice from these findings by intentionally creating opportunities for frequent meetings.

School Counselor Perceptions of Preparation and Importance of College and Career Readiness Counseling

2021 ◽  
Vol 25 (1) ◽  
pp. 2156759X2199839
Author(s):  
Alexandra Novakovic ◽  
Eva N. Patrikakou ◽  
Melissa S. Ockerman
Keyword(s):  
School Counselors ◽  
Low Income ◽  
School Counselor ◽  
Career Readiness ◽  
College And Career Readiness ◽  
Training School ◽  
Urban District ◽  
College And Career ◽  
Counselor Perceptions ◽  
School Counselor Perceptions

This study addresses school counselors’ perceptions of the importance of college and career readiness counseling and their preparedness to implement aspects of such counseling with students and families. Results from surveying school counselors in a large urban district serving a diverse, low-income student population indicated that school counselors did not believe they were well prepared to provide many aspects of college and career readiness counseling, although they perceived that each area was important to their work with students and families. We discuss implications for training school counselors in college and career readiness counseling.

scholarly journals School Counselor Perceptions of a Comprehensive School Counseling Model and Implications for Practice

2020 ◽  
Vol 10 (2) ◽  
pp. 33-45
Author(s):  
Marva Brewington ◽  
Jason Kushner
Keyword(s):  
School Counseling ◽  
School Counselors ◽  
School Counselor ◽  
Comprehensive School ◽  
Counseling Program ◽  
School Students ◽  
School Counseling Program ◽  
Comprehensive School Counseling ◽  
Counselor Perceptions ◽  
School Counselor Perceptions

The study examined school counselor perceptions of the American School Counseling Association’s Comprehensive School Counseling Program (CSCP) on academic outcomes (better-reported grades and better-standardized scores) of middle school students with a focus on recommendations for the tasks and responsibilities of school counselors. The study was qualitative and used a phenomenological approach through semi-structured face-to-face interviews to provide inquiry into school counselors’ perceptions of an effective school counseling program.

scholarly journals Counselor Perceptions: Let Us Do Our Job!

2017 ◽  
Vol 6 (4) ◽  
pp. 175
Author(s):  
Stephen Benigno
Keyword(s):  
Middle School ◽  
School Counselors ◽  
School Counselor ◽  
School Administrators ◽  
Middle School Student ◽  
Social And Emotional ◽  
Counselor Perceptions ◽  
School Counselor Perceptions ◽  
Middle School Administrators ◽  
Elementary And Middle School

Elementary and Middle school administrators continually struggle with developing instructional programs that will address the academic and human developmental levels of the students in their care. Addressing the human development and the academic issues related to the elementary and middle school student is only a small percentage of the attention required for that student. Many students at the elementary and middle school levels encounter issues related to social and emotional development that are often overwhelming and many times detrimental to the academic development of those students. School administrators address those issues by utilizing the existing infrastructure of the schools. One of the key components of the school infrastructure is the school counselor. In some situations, school counselors are being required to perform duties outside the realm of their perceived responsibilities. This study was conducted to ascertain school counselor perceptions with respect to job performance, expectations, satisfaction and responsibility. The results of the study indicated that the counselors involved in the study believed that they are being required to perform duties outside the realm of their responsibilities and that the performance of these duties has an impact on their effectiveness as school counselors.

Mental Health Services in Public Schools: A Preliminary Study of School Counselor Perceptions

2013 ◽  
Vol 16 (4) ◽  
pp. 2156759X1501604 ◽  
Author(s):  
Laurie A. Carlson ◽  
Nathalie L. Kees
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Public Schools ◽  
School Counselors ◽  
School Counselor ◽  
Comfort Level ◽  
Health Needs ◽  
Mental Health Needs ◽  
School Based ◽  
Counselor Perceptions ◽  
School Counselor Perceptions

This descriptive survey research study (N = 120) examined the self-reported comfort level of school counselors in addressing the mental health needs of their students and school counselor perceptions regarding working relationships with school-based therapists. Survey results indicated that school counselors are generally confident in their counseling skills and comfortable addressing common issues brought to them by their students. However, these same school counselors indicated that they experience some discomfort in working with students living with DSM diagnoses and that specific courses within counselor training programs may have a mitigating effect on this discomfort. Results also revealed that school counselors are willing to lead and work with cross-disciplinary teams and school-based therapists to better meet the mental health needs of their students.

Mental Health Services in Public Schools: A Preliminary Study of School Counselor Perceptions

2012 ◽  
Vol 16 (2_suppl) ◽  
pp. 2156759X1201600 ◽  
Author(s):  
Laurie A. Carlson ◽  
Nathalie L. Kees
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Public Schools ◽  
School Counselors ◽  
School Counselor ◽  
Comfort Level ◽  
Health Needs ◽  
Mental Health Needs ◽  
School Based ◽  
Counselor Perceptions ◽  
School Counselor Perceptions

This descriptive survey research study (N = 120) examined the self-reported comfort level of school counselors in addressing the mental health needs of their students and school counselor perceptions regarding working relationships with school-based therapists. Survey results indicated that school counselors are generally confident in their counseling skills and comfortable addressing common issues brought to them by their students. However, these same school counselors indicated that they experience some discomfort in working with students living with DSM diagnoses and that specific courses within counselor training programs may have a mitigating effect on this discomfort. Results also revealed that school counselors are willing to lead and work with cross-disciplinary teams and school-based therapists to better meet the mental health needs of their students.

Texas High School Counselor Perceptions of Agricultural Education

2021 ◽  
Vol 46 (1) ◽  
pp. 53-70
Author(s):  
Amanda Spacek ◽  
John Rayfield ◽  
William Doss ◽  
David Lawver ◽  
Rudy Ritz
Keyword(s):  
High School ◽  
School Counselors ◽  
Education Program ◽  
Agricultural Education ◽  
School Counselor ◽  
High School Counselors ◽  
Student Interest ◽  
Counselor Perceptions ◽  
School Counselor Perceptions ◽  
College Bound Students

The purpose of this study was to determine the perceptions of high school counselors across the state of Texas toward agricultural education. This study was descriptive in nature. High school counselors had an overall positive attitude toward agricultural education. They did not believe agricultural education courses were intended for lower-performing students. High school counselors agreed their local agricultural education program was valuable for college bound and non-college bound students. An overwhelming majority (85%) of high school counselors reported that student interest was their top priority when advising students to enroll in an agricultural education course. They had low to very low awareness of many opportunities available for agricultural education students. It is recommended that agricultural education teachers continue to develop strong, positive relationships with school counselors to provide education and awareness of the agricultural education program opportunities.

An Examination of the Role of Online Technology in School Counseling

2014 ◽  
Vol 18 (1) ◽  
pp. 2156759X0001800 ◽  
Author(s):  
Tracy M. Steele ◽  
Darlene E. Jacokes ◽  
Carolyn B. Stone
Keyword(s):  
School Counselors ◽  
School Counselor ◽  
National Study ◽  
American School Counselor Association ◽  
Beliefs And Practices ◽  
Professional Boundaries ◽  
Online Technology ◽  
Online Technologies ◽  
Mitigating Factors

A national study conducted with the members of the American School Counselor Association (ASCA) database examined school counselors’ utilization of online technologies. The researchers also explored beliefs and practices and examined mitigating factors such as school counselors’ background, training, and experience. Training impacted counselors’ belief in the advantages of technology and their level of comfort. Females were significantly more likely to blur personal and professional boundaries irrespective of their training. The article discusses implications for school counselors.

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