Sessions of 2025 Summer Conference: Emily Brown
Brown, Emily
School Counselor Director
Arizona Department Of Education
Emily is currently working as the Director of School Counselors at the Arizona Department of Education. With over 12 years of experience working in K-12 education as a School Counselor and JAG Coordinator, she brings unique perspectives from her experiences working in both Ohio and Arizona. With a strong background in implementing the ASCA National Model, she is passionate about promoting comprehensive school counseling programs.
Sessions:
The Value of CTE for Students and Counselors
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Loews Ventana Canyon
- School Counseling
Discover the transformative power of CTE in shaping students' futures. This session explores how CTE equips students with essential skills, enhances career readiness, and boosts postsecondary enrollment rates. Learn strategies for school counselors to leverage CTE programs, thereby significantly impacting key college and career readiness indicators. Empower educators to inspire and guide students towards successful career paths.
Connecting the Dots: School Counselors and WBL
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Loews Ventana Canyon
- Interdisciplinary
- School Counseling
In today's rapidly evolving job market, work-based learning (WBL) has become a crucial strategy for bridging the gap between classroom education and real-world career skills. This session will provide school counselors with essential insights into the various forms of WBL. Join us for an interactive panel to learn how to effectively integrate WBL opportunities into your counseling programs to enhance students' career readiness and employability.
School Counselor Welcome Breakfast
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Loews Ventana Canyon
- School Counseling
Join ADE/CTE for updates and an overview of sessions provided for school counselors. We encourage you to come network with your fellow school counselors before the day begins. Grab some breakfast and join us for a warm welcome!
School Counselor Luncheon
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Loews Ventana Canyon
- School Counseling
Counselors and Career Specialists please join us for lunch and a round table discussion with the CTED Superintendents. Topics questions may include: funding, legislation, career development, college partnerships, A-F System, connecting students with Industry Certification, work-based learning, internships and externships. There will be opportunities for conversations and questions with CTED Superintendents, to build knowledge in areas that may be new to you, as well as enhance and develop ideas that you use every day in your work. Come with your questions
Strategies to Build Collaboration Between Counselors & Admin
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Loews Ventana Canyon
- Administration
- School Counseling
School counselors are encouraged to attend this session along with their administrator. This session will explore practical strategies to enhance collaboration between school counselors and administrators. Attendees will learn about effective communication techniques, role clarification, and joint goal-setting. By fostering a collaborative environment, schools can better support student success and well-being. Join us to discover actionable insights and best practices for building strong, cooperative relationships within your school community.
