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In September I began working with some 7th and 8th grade classrooms with some guidance lessons on career studies and career pathways. I went to ASCA's website and began searching for resources. In one of the Q&A forums I found another professional with similar needs and someone responded with a link to this PDF on the ASCA website. I was able to use the particular resource with the 7th and 8th grade teachers and for myself as I began to consider the needs of students and how to begin conversations with them, their teachers and their parents.

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ASCA Aspects allowed me to stay on top of new projects and gave me some ideas or provided links to some ideas that I will be able to utilize as a school counselor. I also read about some member benefits that I was not previously aware of.

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Receiving emails with links to articles and updates from a professional organization has helped me to be more informed about the profession.  As I get closer to becoming a school counselor I've learned the importance of advocacy and staying in touch with others in the profession.

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My joining professional organizations I will always have access to resources, discussion boards and a network of support. Learning to use these resources as a grad student will give me a head start as I enter into the profession.It also gives me confidence in knowing that I have a virtual support system and when I become a school counselor, if I have questions or concerns there are  networks and resources available to guide me through the work.

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I've learned how to navigate this document and the importance of being familiar and grounded in the principles of ethical standards. This is something that I will always be able to access and reference as a school counselor.

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Attending the conference afforded me opportunities to interact with other  grad students and hear from some highly respected counselors. The table conversations at lunch and during sessions allowed me to gain knew knowledge and understandings from experienced professionals. One of my breakout sessions was on writing messages in SFBT and the presenter was Dr. Gerald Sklare. I purchased one of Dr. Sklare's books at the beginning of the semester to help me grow in the application of my theory for my internship class. It was neat to be able to attend one of his sessions and it built some momentum in my passion for the work.