You tell your students to make the most of their summer and now it’s time for you to do the same! With many conferences geared towards high school educators, there are ample opportunities this summer to learn new skills, gain different perspectives and network with colleagues. Use this list of upcoming conferences as a starting point and make the most of your summer!
American School Counselor Association (ASCA) National Conference
July 3-6, 2010
Boston, MA
Registration Costs:
$375 for ASCA Members
$550 for Non-Members
$175 for 1-day pass
ASCA's 2010 annual conference, "Celebrate School Counseling," will be held July 3-6, at the Hynes Convention Center. The conference will bring together approximately 2,000 pre-kindergarten to post-secondary professional school counselors, counselor educators, supervisors and graduate students. Conference sessions allow attendees to take away solid, practical ideas they can put to work right away, make valuable contacts in the school counseling field and discover the latest techniques in school counseling.
For more information: http://www.schoolcounselor.org
Pennsylvania Association of College Admissions Counselors (PACAC) Summer Institute
July 11-13, 2010
Bucknell University
Lewisburg, PA
Registration Costs:
Covers lodging, meals (Sunday dinner-Wednesday breakfast), conference materials
PACAC Member Non-Member
College / University $450 $475
Secondary School Counselor $325 $350
The Summer Institute is a hands-on, intensive 4-day workshop for new admission and secondary school counselor professionals. It provides participants with a full and complete understanding of the increasingly complex college admissions process through a dynamic learning experience. Participants gain insight into current issues in college counseling, admission and financial aid, share information, make new friends, and network among a diverse group of colleagues.
Sponsored by the PACAC Professional Development Committee, the PACAC Summer Institute is designed to involve colleagues in an intensive examination of the college counseling and college choice processes.
Institute Topics Include:
- Current Trends, Hot Topics and Challenges facing higher education
- An understanding of the theoretical and practical side of higher education
- Appreciation for individuals on each side of the counseling desk
- A high level of involvement, a sense of energy and excitement about the profession
- Provide a network of fellow admissions professionals for post- conference questions
- The opportunity to become familiar with PACAC as an organization and how your involvement in a professional organization can enhance your career.
For more information: http://www.pacac.org/conferences/summer.shtml
National Association of College Admissions Counselors (NACAC) National Conference
September 30-October 2, 2010
St. Louis, MO
Registration Costs:
A complete list of registration costs can be found here.
NACAC’s 66th National Conference offers a multitude of networking opportunities and educational seminars for up-to-date information on college admissions. With an exhibit hall, a workshop for first-time conference attendees, a welcome reception, college preview day, special interest groups and social events, this conference is one of the best attended counselor conferences. Conference educational sessions include:
Secrets to Being an Outstanding Leader
Differentiate effective management and leadership techniques, and learn how to enhance motivation, establish a team approach, develop staff, listen and communicate effectively, provide feedback, hire to reinforce a team, maintain productivity, and manage a student staff.
Success in AP: Is It Just About Credit and Placement?
Discover the value of elective credit, using credit and placement policies to attract majors, the impact of AP on selective college admission, why some institutions don’t give credit or placement, and how to use the AP Credit and Placement Policy Database as a resource.
What's New with Federal Student Aid?
Study the changes of federal student aid, including simplified online FAFSA and IRS data retrieval, FFEL and Direct Loans, new student grants, and Web and print resources for counselors and students. Recommended for counselors familiar with the FAFSA and its process.
Extreme STEM - Recruting, Retaining, Inspiring, Motivating
Learn from and share with peers and panelists from STEM high schools and colleges and universities recruiting STEM students. Discuss best practices, recruitment opportunities, motivation, retention, and inspiration for working with this high-achieving student population.
For more information: http://www.nacacnet.org/EventsTraining/NC09/Pages/default.aspx
NYSACAC's Summer Institute
August 3-6, 2010
Skidmore College, Saratoga Springs, NY
Registration Cost: $575
For over 20 years, NYSACAC has helped new (or nearly new) professionals to our field accelerate their knowledge through an intensive four day institute. The institute utilizes the experience and wisdom of mentors to drive the curriculum.
Attendees work in small groups led by mentors to review case studies in a mock admissions committee. In addition to the mentor group experiences, attendees are exposed to a variety of topics relevant to the profession including: Testing, Interviewing, Financial Aid, and Athletics.
Mentors and session leaders bring a wealth of experience to the institute. Representing both High Schools and Colleges from across the state, these professionals typically have established themselves as leaders within their respective disciplines.
For more information, visit: www.nysacac.org/index.php/programs_events/summer_institute/
