Goal Crushers! by Megan Frazier https://padlet.com/meganfrazier1015/s3ownbm45qnkkwyh Megan Frazier EDSC 6302 School Counseling Techniques en-us 2021-04-18 00:36:12 UTC 2024-12-02 01:24:05 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet.net/icons/png/1f60a.png Goal Crushers Counseling Group meganfrazier1015 https://padlet.com/meganfrazier1015/s3ownbm45qnkkwyh/wish/1429033367     Goal Crushers is a small group counseling that consists of eight students and will last for six weeks. The purpose of the group is to create small, obtainable goals as well as long-term goals that lead to success in the classroom and in life. 
     The Texas Academic Performance Report (TAPR) data shows an achievement gap among minorities and students from low socioeconomic households. 




]]> 2021-04-18 02:31:03 UTC https://padlet.com/meganfrazier1015/s3ownbm45qnkkwyh/wish/1429033367 ASCA Mindsets and Behaviors meganfrazier1015 https://padlet.com/meganfrazier1015/s3ownbm45qnkkwyh/wish/1429033721      The school counselor will guide lessons throughout the small counseling session to assist students in reaching the following American School Counselor Association (ASCA) Mindsets and Behaviors: 

M 2. Self-confidence in the ability to succeed. 

M 3. Sense of belonging in the school environment. 

M 4. Understanding that postsecondary education and life-long learning are necessary for long-term career success. 

B-LS 7. Identify long- and short-term academic, career, and social/emotional goals. 

B-SMS 5. Demonstrate perseverance to
achieve long- and short-term goals (American School Counselor Association, 2014). ]]> 2021-04-18 02:31:35 UTC https://padlet.com/meganfrazier1015/s3ownbm45qnkkwyh/wish/1429033721 Publicity meganfrazier1015 https://padlet.com/meganfrazier1015/s3ownbm45qnkkwyh/wish/1429037606      The group will not be publicly announced to the students. Since the achievement gap is between minorities and low socioeconomic households, students will be specifically selected. 
     Teachers and administrators will be given information during a presentation at a faculty meeting. Staff members will be receiving emails for the screening process and reminders. 



]]> 2021-04-18 02:36:19 UTC https://padlet.com/meganfrazier1015/s3ownbm45qnkkwyh/wish/1429037606 The Screening Process meganfrazier1015 https://padlet.com/meganfrazier1015/s3ownbm45qnkkwyh/wish/1429037972      Students close to passing the STAAR would most likely benefit the most from the small group counseling sessions. The school counselor will look at STAAR scores and the TAPR.  A list of students would be gathered then sent to their teachers. 
If a teacher believes a student would benefit, then they would respond to the school counselor. The school counselor will then ask the student if he/she would like to join and allow the student to ask any questions. If the teachers did not respond, the school counselor would look at the list and personally invite the student to join.]]> 2021-04-18 02:36:49 UTC https://padlet.com/meganfrazier1015/s3ownbm45qnkkwyh/wish/1429037972 Informed Consent meganfrazier1015 https://padlet.com/meganfrazier1015/s3ownbm45qnkkwyh/wish/1429038245      The school counselor will meet with every student before the small group counseling sessions begin. During that time, if the student verbally consents, then the student will receive a consent form. The school counselor will ensure the student understands that the paper needs to be signed by them and their parents or guardians. 
     Afterward, the school counselor will contact the parent or guardian and inform them of the conversation with the student previously. The school counselor will ensure the parent or guardian understands the group’s purpose and allows them to ask questions. 
]]> 2021-04-18 02:37:13 UTC https://padlet.com/meganfrazier1015/s3ownbm45qnkkwyh/wish/1429038245 Group Rules meganfrazier1015 https://padlet.com/meganfrazier1015/s3ownbm45qnkkwyh/wish/1429039857      Group rules will be established during the screening process. The main three rules are as followed: 

1. All members must follow confidentiality expectations. 

2. All members will be respectful to their peers. 

3. Members are not required to share information unless they choose to do so. 

     During the first session, the school counselor and group members will discuss additional guidelines. Each member will discuss what each policy "looks like" and "sounds like." The student will have the ability to create their guidelines. The guidelines for the group will be discussed at the beginning of each session.
]]> 2021-04-18 02:39:22 UTC https://padlet.com/meganfrazier1015/s3ownbm45qnkkwyh/wish/1429039857 Group Dynamics meganfrazier1015 https://padlet.com/meganfrazier1015/s3ownbm45qnkkwyh/wish/1429041540      During the small group counseling sessions, the group will be going through three different stages.
     Stage 1 involves group members being acquainted, setting norms, and building trust. In session one, the students will become acquainted through introductions and ice breakers, which will provide chances for informal communication. The group norms will be established by discussing and contributing to the participation guidelines. The school counselor will also review confidentiality to ensure students will not share any information. To build trust, the students will discuss the most important things in their lives and their experiences about goal setting, whether achieving or not achieving. The school counselor will encourage communication and create connections (Missouri Professional School Counselors and Counselor Educators, 2015).
      Stage 2 involves working together to accomplish the purpose of the group. To encourage cohesiveness of the group, the activities in the sessions will include turn and talks, partners, and small groups. Having the students work and communicate together will continue to build trust and gain confidence in themselves. The school counselor will facilitate group progress and productivity. This stage will result in students accomplishing their short-term goals, hopefully leading to their long-term goals.
     Stage 3 involves closing and ending the group. During stage two, students created a goal tracking journal intended to serve for a while. The students will utilize the journal and all of the knowledge they have learned to continue their progress. The school counselor will ensure that students understand if their progress is continued, it will lead to their long-term goals and a higher chance of success. The students will also complete a post-assessment to determine if the students did learn valuable information. The school counselor will also provide an opportunity to share their experiences and reflect on the group accomplishments. Additionally, after the sessions have ended, the school counselor will follow up with each student. The discussion will include the school counselor checking the student's progress, offering assistance, and reflecting on the effectiveness of the small group counseling sessions (Missouri Professional School Counselors and Counselor Educators, 2015). ]]> 2021-04-18 02:41:34 UTC https://padlet.com/meganfrazier1015/s3ownbm45qnkkwyh/wish/1429041540 Leadership Styles meganfrazier1015 https://padlet.com/meganfrazier1015/s3ownbm45qnkkwyh/wish/1429042878      The most effective leadership style for the Goal Crushers is participative leadership. The school counselor will provide guidance and participate in the group activities as well as allowing input from the students. With student input, the group will feel engaged and more motivated to achieve their goals. Even though the students participate in the group sessions, the school counselor will have the final say in any decision (Lam et al., 2015). ]]> 2021-04-18 02:43:20 UTC https://padlet.com/meganfrazier1015/s3ownbm45qnkkwyh/wish/1429042878 Yalom's Therapeutic Factors meganfrazier1015 https://padlet.com/meganfrazier1015/s3ownbm45qnkkwyh/wish/1429043092      During the Goal Crushers group counseling, a couple of Yalom's Therapeutic Factors could occur. The first one is universality. Since many of the students will be coming from similar backgrounds and educational circumstances, they could realize that their problems can apply to most people and overcome them. Another factor that will occur is interpersonal learning. In one of the sessions, students will be asked to share their goals with others. Students will be giving positive feedback from others and new ways of relating to others (Yalom, 1995).   ]]> 2021-04-18 02:43:37 UTC https://padlet.com/meganfrazier1015/s3ownbm45qnkkwyh/wish/1429043092 Legal Requirements meganfrazier1015 https://padlet.com/meganfrazier1015/s3ownbm45qnkkwyh/wish/1429044092      The Texas Administration Code states the requirements of a school counselor. 
     Standard 2 of section 239.15  states that school counselors apply knowledge to promote students' educational, career, personal and social development. Within that section, part 3 specifies that counselors will use counseling techniques and theories to respond to the student's needs in small groups. Within the same section, part 11 states to help students set goals to help achieve their full potential. 
     Additionally, Standard 4 of section 239.15 states that school counselors will promote all learners' academic success, respect diversity, and understand cultural differences in learning (Texas Administration Code, 2001). 
     All of the standards listed provide justification for the group and help students become more successful in their academic careers. ]]> 2021-04-18 02:45:00 UTC https://padlet.com/meganfrazier1015/s3ownbm45qnkkwyh/wish/1429044092 Ethical Requirements meganfrazier1015 https://padlet.com/meganfrazier1015/s3ownbm45qnkkwyh/wish/1429044316      The American Counseling Association (ACA) Code of Ethics outlines several responsibilities the school counselor must provide. 
     In section A, part 7.b., school counselors will ensure students' consent before any activities. Afterward, the counselor can advocate for the student and help with growth. In the same section but part 9.a., school counselors will screen group participants to their fullest extent. Each member must have goals that are compatible with Goal Crushers' purpose. In part 9.b., school counselors will take precautions to protect the students from trauma or negative experiences in a group setting (American Counseling Association, 2014). 
     These ethical requirements ensure safety, create a positive environment, and foster growth for every individual in the group. ]]> 2021-04-18 02:45:21 UTC https://padlet.com/meganfrazier1015/s3ownbm45qnkkwyh/wish/1429044316 References meganfrazier1015 https://padlet.com/meganfrazier1015/s3ownbm45qnkkwyh/wish/1429044648 American Counseling Association. (2014). ACA code of ethics. https://www.counseling.org/resources/aca-code-of-ethics.pdf

American School Counselor Association (2019). ASCA School Counselor Professional Standards & Competencies. https://www.schoolcounselor.org/getmedia/a8d59c2c-51de-4ec3-a565-a3235f3b93c3/SC-Competencies.pdf

Lam, C. K., Xu Huang, & Chan, S. C. H. (2015). The threshold effect of participative leadership and the role of leader information sharing. Academy of Management Journal, 58(3), 836–855. https://doi.org/10.5465/amj.2013.0427

Missouri Professional School Counselors and Counselor Educators. (2015). Professional school counselor small group counseling guide: A professional school counselor’s guide to planning, implementing, and evaluating school-based counseling groups. Retrieved from https://dese.mo.gov/sites/default/files/guid-respon-serv-small-group-counseling-guide-2015.pdf

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

19 Tex. Admin. Code § 239.15 (2001)

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