Core Beliefs:

Many core beliefs enable students to be successful. Students can be independent. Getting my students to think ahead and for themselves is a must.  When they reach adulthood, they will be faced with making difficult decisions and thinking for themselves. They will have a difficult transition if that skill is not developed early. Students are allowed to be who they are and are to be respected (ASCA, n.d.). No matter if they come from admirable or less admirable backgrounds, if they are a part of the LGBTQA+ community or any other minority community, they deserve to be respected and celebrated. I also believe that all students should be able to learn and foster new skills. Whether students have learning disabilities or don’t have them, they should all have the support they need to master new skills and build on their education.

Counselor’s Role in Advocacy

One of the main goals of a counselor is to be an advocate. Counselors may have to advocate for each student differently, as all students are unique and have different barriers. Counselors must make themselves and their counseling program known to the school and their stakeholders. Advocacy means communicating what the program does, how it improves student success, and how it affects the success of all students (Hall,2017). The issues that school counselors advocate for are usually related to academics, mental health, and the school culture. They pave the way for students to have a positive school environment and improve cognitive, social, and mental development. 

Ethical Standards:

The ethical standards guide the work of counselors by ensuring that they maintain the integrity of the client-counselor relationship. This ensures that no lines are crossed, boundaries are set, and there is a straightforward process for achieving a successful comprehensive counseling program.  The standards guide the counselors in expanding human development. It also guides the counselors in promoting school cultures that honor diversity and social justice.

Personal Vision:

As a school counselor, I promise to accept all students and be their voice when needed. I promise to take their concerns and mental health seriously and do what needs to be done to keep them safe. My office and presence will always be secure, and I will foster an environment full of inclusivity and diversity. In MY school, every student will be honored, celebrated, and shown admiration as they grow into their uniqueness.

References:

ASCA Ethical Standards for School Counselors - American School Counselor Association (ASCA). (n.d.). ASCA Ethical Standards for School Counselors - American School Counselor Association (ASCA). https://www.schoolcounselor.org/About-School-Counseling/Ethical-Legal-Responsibilities/ASCA-Ethical-Standards-for-School-Counselors-(1)
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Hall , M. (2017, November). Advocating for your school counseling program using ASCA Resources. Advocating for Your School Counseling Program Using ASCA Resources - American School Counselor Association (ASCA). Retrieved April 5, 2023, from https://www.schoolcounselor.org/newsletters/december-2017/advocating-for-your-school-counseling-program-usin
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