# data[].attributes.body
EL Program Succeed is a a group of students comprised of English language learners. Its members will consist of student’s grades 9th through 12th. Group discussions will focus on strategies students can use to succeed in mastering the English language.

# data[].attributes.body
Students will master the following ASCA Mindsets and Behaviors for Students Success:
M 1. Belief in development of whole self, including a healthy balance of mental, social/emotional and physical well-being.
B-LS 3. Use time-management, organizational and study skills.
B-LS 4. Apply self-motivation and self-direction to learning.

# data[].attributes.body
The ACA Code of Ethics will be the following.
A.9. Group Work A.9.a. Screening Counselors screen prospective group counseling/therapy participants. To the extent possible, counselors select members whose needs and goals are compatible with the goals of the group, who will not impede the group process, and whose well-being will not be jeopardized by the group experience. A.9.b. Protecting Clients In a group setting, counselors take reasonable precautions to protect clients from physical, emotional, or psychological trauma.

# data[].attributes.body
The sessions will be conducted in accordance to the legal requirement.
(c) Standard II. Learner-Centered Skills: The certified school counselor applies the knowledge base to promote the educational, personal, social, and career development of the learner as outlined in The Texas Model for Comprehensive School Counseling Programs. The certified school counselor must:
(3) counsel individuals and small groups using appropriate counseling theories and techniques in response to students' needs.
(6) demonstrate proficiency in teaching small and large groups by actively engaging students in the learning process.

# data[].attributes.body
The students in this group will benefit from Instillation of Hope that they will master the English language by the end of this program. Universality will also help students when they hear and see students that have graduated from the same school.

# data[].attributes.body
This group will definitely benefit from a participative or leadership style in order to establish order and a nourishment environment as well. I come from the same background as them. I strongly believe that this leadership style will benefit the group tremendously because they will see the confidence I will display when I speak in English. I need to portray myself as a role model for them.

# data[].attributes.body
This group will mainly consist of students with a Spanish speaking background that are trying to learn the English language.
Stage 1 The students will need to feel comfortable around this environment while they introduce themselves in order to gain their trust with this group of students.
Stage 2 Members will be engaging with each other in partners at the beginning. I will be walking around to make sure everyone is positively participating and practicing the English language.
Stage 3 I will remind them about our next positive meeting and remind them to always praise each other for their participation. We will all clap our hands at the same time to remind us that we are all this together to learn the English language.

# data[].attributes.body
All members must follow this guide lines.
1. Understand the importance of confidentiality.
2. The members need to respect each individual from the group regardless.
3. One person speaks at a time.

# data[].attributes.body
A consent form will be provided for the students to take home. I will need for the parents/guardian to sign the form in order to continue with this program.

# data[].attributes.body
I will send out information via email to teachers, administrators and school counselors. The students will also take a flyer home to inform their parents as well.

# data[].attributes.body
American School Counselor Association. (2016). ASCA ethical standards for school counselors.  Retrieved April 17, 2021 from https://www.schoolcounselor.org/getmedia/f041cbd0-7004-47a5-ba01-3a5d657c6743/Ethical-Standards.pdf

American School Counselor Association (2014). Mindsets and Behaviors for Student Success: K-12 College- and Career-Readiness Standards for Every Student. Alexandria, VA: Author.

Cherry, K. (2020). What are prominent leadership styles and frameworks you should know? Retrieved April 17, 2021, from https://www.verywellmind.com/leadership-styles-2795312

19 Tex. Admin. Code  §239.15

Yalom ID. (1995). The theory and practice of group psychotherapy (4th ed.). New York: Basic Books.

# data[].attributes.body
I plan to work with the counselors and provide the students with all the necessary information for the  students. The counselor will make the students aware of "TAP -In" process. The counselor will:
Tell student about the group.
Ask student about the level of interest/commitment to expectations of group.
Pick student.
( Missouri Comprehensive Guidance And Counseling Program , 2015 )