UPDATED 4/2/15 2014-2015 School Counselor Training Academy The purpose of the school division s School Counselor Training Academy is to provide school counselors with updated information and training on relevant topics to enhance job performance. All school counselors in Chesapeake Public Schools are invited to attend these seminars. Register Online Use the following Intranet link to register for seminars offered through the School Counselor Training Academy: http://10.111.1.66:8080/staff_dev_register/guiform.jsp. Submit your online registration by Friday, September 5, 2014. CHESAPEAKE PUBLIC SCHOOLS Training Together: Helping to Make Every Child a Masterpiece
Department of Staff Development Phone: 547-0914 Email: StaffDevelopment@cpschools.com Joyce E. Dugan, Supervisor of Guidance and Family Life Dalphine Joppy, Director of Staff Development Amie Seigle, Staff Development Administrator Nicole Coury, Staff Development Specialist Dr. James T. Roberts, Superintendent Our mission as professional school counselors is to provide a comprehensive, standard-based counseling program designed to promote the formation of productive and responsible citizens by assisting all students to develop academic, career, and personal/social competencies. Effective school counseling programs are a collaborative effort between the professional school counselor, parents, teachers, administrators, and the greater community to create an environment that promotes student achievement. A comprehensive school counseling program connects school counseling with current educational reform initiatives that emphasize student achievement and success. Professional school counselors value and respond to the diversity and individual differences in our societies and communities. Comprehensive school counseling programs ensure equitable access for all students to participate fully in the educational process and to be productive members in a global and diverse society.
Attendance Personnel Training: Enrollment and Withdrawal Procedures (Elementary) Participants will receive instruction on completing the enrollment packet, using withdrawal codes, monitoring attendance, and making Star_Student entries. Verification of information and the attendance handbook will be discussed. Note(s): This session is also being offered via the Classified Personnel Training Academy booklet. Licensure Points: 3 School Administration Building Sabrina Richards Cassandra Brooks who support attendance (School administrators are invited to attend) September 17 (8:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m.) Seminar Number: GUI101-08-15S Attendance Personnel Training: Enrollment and Withdrawal Procedures (Secondary) Participants will receive instruction on completing the enrollment packet, using withdrawal codes, monitoring attendance, and making Star_Student entries. Verification of information and the attendance handbook will be discussed. Note(s): This session is also being offered via the Classified Personnel Training Academy booklet. Licensure Points: 3 School Administration Building Sabrina Richards Cassandra Brooks Secondary School Counselors who support attendance (School administrators are invited to attend) September 17 (12:30 p.m.-3:30 p.m.) Seminar Number: GUI201-08-15S Virginia Education Wizard and the Academic and Career Plan (ACP) Learn the latest functionalities about the Wizard. This is a one-stop online resource for students to research career and education options in both public and private postsecondary institutions in Virginia. In addition, receive ACP updates. Note(s): This seminar will be co-presented by a representative from the Virginia Community College System. Educational Services Center Computer Lab 120.5 Erika Poindexter Jody Myers Middle and High School Counselors who work with the ACP September 18 (8:30 a.m.-11 a.m.) Seminar Number: GUI102-08-15S 1
Virginia Education Wizard and the Academic and Career Plan (ACP) Learn the latest functionalities about the Wizard. This is a one-stop online resource for students to research career and education options in both public and private postsecondary institutions in Virginia. In addition, receive ACP updates. Note(s): This seminar will be co-presented by a representative from the Virginia Community College System. Educational Services Center Computer Lab 120.5 Erika Poindexter Jody Myers Middle and High School Counselors who work with the ACP September 18 (12:30 p.m.-3 p.m.) Seminar Number: GUI202-08-15S Truancy: Requirements and Procedures This seminar will provide detailed information on requirements pertaining to truancy. Time will be allotted to review required forms as well as specific school and court procedures. Note(s): This session is also being offered via the Administrative Leadership Academy booklet..5 School Administration Building Sabrina Richards Cassandra Brooks David Danner Kim Finnerty School Counselors who handle truancy at their schools (Mandatory for school counselors who serve as their schools' court representative) September 25 (8:30 a.m.-11 a.m.) Seminar Number: GUI103-08-15S Truancy: Requirements and Procedures This seminar will provide detailed information on requirements pertaining to truancy. Time will be allotted to review required forms as well as specific school and court procedures. Note(s): This session is also being offered via the Administrative Leadership Academy booklet..5 School Administration Building Sabrina Richards Cassandra Brooks David Danner Kim Finnerty School Counselors who handle truancy at their schools (Mandatory for school counselors who serve as their schools' court representative) September 25 (12:30 p.m.-3 p.m.) Seminar Number: GUI203-08-15S 2
Identify the 16 Career Clusters Using Virginia Career View Explore the functionalities of Virginia Career View and investigate the 16 career clusters. Gain knowledge to better assist fifth grade students with this vital tool. Educational Services Center Computer Lab 120 September 25 (9 a.m.-11 a.m.) Seminar Number: GUI104-08-15S Identify the 16 Career Clusters Using Virginia Career View Explore the functionalities of Virginia Career View and investigate the 16 career clusters. Gain knowledge to better assist fifth grade students with this vital tool. Educational Services Center Computer Lab 120 September 25 (1 p.m.-3 p.m.) Seminar Number: GUI204-08-15S School Counselor Share and Swap Through Edmodo In this seminar, school counselors will share lessons that have proven to be successful. Each school counselor will have 5 to 7 minutes to present one lesson and gain feedback. Note(s): Participants are requested to send lessons electronically to by September 29, 2014, so they may be compiled for sharing on Edmodo. Greenbrier Intermediate 703 October 7 (9 a.m.-11 a.m.) Seminar Number: GUI105-08-15S Elementary Counselors 3
School Counselor Share and Swap Through Edmodo In this seminar, school counselors will share lessons that have proven to be successful. Each school counselor will have 5 to 7 minutes to present one lesson and gain feedback. Note(s): Participants are requested to send lessons electronically to by September 29, 2014, so they may be compiled for sharing on Edmodo. Please note this session will begin at 12 p.m. Greenbrier Intermediate 703 October 7 (12 p.m.-2 p.m.) Seminar Number: GUI205-08-15S Elementary Counselors The 411 on Psychologists and Social Workers! This informational seminar will give definition to the roles of school psychologists and social workers, the services they provide to our schools, and the ways they collaborate with counselors to impact student achievement. Edwards-Wilson Center Lisa Perkins Kristen Hardison Tawana Fortune Rachelle Slade All School Counselors October 16 (9 a.m.-11 a.m.) Seminar Number: GUI106-08-15S C The 411 on Psychologists and Social Workers! This informational seminar will give definition to the roles of school psychologists and social workers, the services they provide to our schools, and the ways they collaborate with counselors to impact student achievement. Edwards-Wilson Center Lisa Perkins Kristen Hardison Tawana Fortune Rachelle Slade All School Counselors October 16 (1 p.m.-3 p.m.) Seminar Number: GUI206-08-15S C 4
NCAA Initial Eligibility Summit School counselors will receive an overview of the current NCAA requirements and new requirements beginning with the class of 2016. Topics will include eligibility requirements, factual scenarios, potential issues, and how to monitor athletes. Note(s): This seminar will be presented by the academic compliance coordinator for ODU and a representative from Chowan University. Oscar F. Smith High Michael Gibbs Shamika Kentish Middle and High School Counselors October 22 (9 a.m.-11 a.m.) Seminar Number: GUI107-08-15S Overton Theater NCAA Initial Eligibility Summit School counselors will receive an overview of the current NCAA requirements and new requirements beginning with the class of 2016. Topics will include eligibility requirements, factual scenarios, potential issues, and how to monitor athletes. Note(s): This seminar will be presented by the academic compliance coordinator for ODU and a representative from Chowan University. Oscar F. Smith High Michael Gibbs Shamika Kentish Middle and High School Counselors October 22 (1 p.m.-3 p.m.) Seminar Number: GUI207-08-15S Overton Theater Professional School Counseling Vertical Team Planning, 6-12 Participants in this seminar will collaborate to align programs and procedures between each zone's feeder and high schools. Scheduling, programs, and end-of-year documentation will be addressed. Note(s): This session is designated for school counselors in the Deep Creek, Grassfield, Great Bridge, and Hickory school zones. Jolliff Middle 619, 710, and 711 Middle and High School Counselors from the Deep Creek, Grassfield, Great Bridge, and Hickory school zones only November 12 (9 a.m.-11 a.m.) Seminar Number: GUI108-08-15S 5
Professional School Counseling Vertical Team Planning, 6-12 Participants in this seminar will collaborate to align programs and procedures between each zone's feeder and high schools. Scheduling, programs, and end-of-year documentation will be addressed. Note(s): This session is designated for school counselors in the Indian River, Oscar Smith, and Western Branch school zones. Jolliff Middle 619, 710, and 711 Middle and High School Counselors from the Indian River, Oscar Smith, and Western Branch school zones only November 12 (1 p.m.-3 p.m.) Seminar Number: GUI208-08-15S Legal Issues: What Every Counselor Should Know In this seminar, school counselors will have an opportunity to get answers to questions regarding legal issues. Procedures for areas of particular concern to our school division will be highlighted. Note(s): Participants should send questions and concerns to by October 1, 2014, to ensure areas of concern are addressed at the seminar. School Administration Building Select Administrators Middle and High School Counselors November 24 (9 a.m.-11 a.m.) Seminar Number: GUI109-08-15S Legal Issues: What Every Counselor Should Know In this seminar, school counselors will have an opportunity to get answers to questions regarding legal issues. Procedures for areas of particular concern to our school division will be highlighted. Note(s): Participants should send questions and concerns to by October 1, 2014, to ensure areas of concern are addressed at the seminar. School Administration Building Select Administrators Middle and High School Counselors November 24 (1 p.m.-3 p.m.) Seminar Number: GUI209-08-15S 6
Curriculum and Course Updates 2015-2016 In this seminar, administrators from the Department of Curriculum and Instruction will present changes and updates to help participants prepare students with course selections for the upcoming school year. School Administration Building Content Supervisors Middle and High School Counselors (Assistant principals of instruction and special education administrators are also invited to attend) December 4 (9 a.m.-11 a.m.) Seminar Number: GUI110-08-15S Curriculum and Course Updates 2015-2016 In this seminar, administrators from the Department of Curriculum and Instruction will present changes and updates to help participants prepare students with course selections for the upcoming school year. School Administration Building Content Supervisors Middle and High School Counselors (Assistant principals of instruction and special education administrators are also invited to attend) December 4 (1 p.m.-3 p.m.) Seminar Number: GUI210-08-15S College and Career Pathways/Scheduling School counselors will review College and Career Pathways. Other topics and potential scenarios associated with scheduling at both the middle and high school levels will be addressed. Indian River High Scott Cohen Vicki Moore Middle and High School Counselors December 9 (9 a.m.-11 a.m.) Seminar Number: GUI111-08-15S Auditorium 7
College and Career Pathways/Scheduling School counselors will review College and Career Pathways. Other topics and potential scenarios associated with scheduling at both the middle and high school levels will be addressed. Indian River High Scott Cohen Vicki Moore Middle and High School Counselors December 9 (1 p.m.-3 p.m.) Seminar Number: GUI211-08-15S Auditorium Make Your Lesson SMART, K-5 In this seminar, school counselors will have the opportunity to create a SMART lesson from an existing lesson or presentation. Lessons will be created and presented during the session. Note(s): Participants are required to bring a lesson to modify. Educational Services Center Computer Lab 120 December 16 (9 a.m.-11 a.m.) Seminar Number: GUI112-08-15S IT Personnel Make Your Lesson SMART, K-5 In this seminar, school counselors will have the opportunity to create a SMART lesson from an existing lesson or presentation. Lessons will be created and presented during the session. Note(s): Participants are required to bring a lesson to modify. Educational Services Center Computer Lab 120 December 16 (1 p.m.-3 p.m.) Seminar Number: GUI212-08-15S IT Personnel 8
How to Use the "Green Book" (Middle School Catalog: A Student Handbook and Course of Study Guide) In this seminar, school counselors will receive practical information about the "Green Book." This will be essential knowledge for spring presentations to fifth grade students. Hugo A. Owens Middle Sonnita Riddick January 6 (9 a.m.-11 a.m.) Seminar Number: GUI113-08-15S Media Center Conference How to Use the "Green Book" (Middle School Catalog: A Student Handbook and Course of Study Guide) In this seminar, school counselors will receive practical information about the "Green Book." This will be essential knowledge for spring presentations to fifth grade students. Hugo A. Owens Middle Sonnita Riddick January 6 (1 p.m.-3 p.m.) Seminar Number: GUI213-08-15S Media Center Conference What You Need to Know About Teen Dating Violence A representative from the Chesapeake Integrated Behavioral Healthcare (CIBH) Prevention Services will present types of abuse, red flag indicators, and other signs of abuse as well as steps to assist teens, assistance resources for teens, and more. Note(s): This seminar will be presented by a CIBH prevention services specialist. Hugo A. Owens Middle Jessica Amory Middle and High School Counselors February 10 (9 a.m.-11 a.m.) Seminar Number: GUI114-08-15S Auditorium 9
What You Need to Know About Teen Dating Violence A representative from the Chesapeake Integrated Behavioral Healthcare (CIBH) Prevention Services will present types of abuse, red flag indicators, and other signs of abuse as well as steps to assist teens, assistance resources for teens, and more. Note(s): This seminar will be presented by a CIBH prevention services specialist. Hugo A. Owens Middle Jessica Amory Middle and High School Counselors February 10 (1 p.m.-3 p.m.) Seminar Number: GUI214-08-15S Auditorium Records Management Update This seminar will focus on the legalities of handling student records and will contain critical information for end-of-year record preparation. Receive procedural updates from the Library of Virginia as well as CPS expectations. Note(s): This session is also being offered via the Administrative Leadership Academy and the Classified Personnel Training Academy booklets. School Administration Building Rebecca Adams Records Registrars and Records Registrar Backups (Mandatory for one individual from each school who is responsible for handling student records) April 2 (8:30 a.m.-10:30 a.m.) Seminar Number: GUI015-08-15S RESCHEDULED Internet Safety Workshop A representative from the Chesapeake Integrated Behavioral Healthcare (CIBH) Prevention Services will present information on cyber bullying, online predators, exposure to inappropriate content, and posting personal or inappropriate information. Note(s): This seminar will be presented by a CIBH prevention services specialist. Hugo A. Owens Middle Jessica Amory All School Counselors March 11 (9 a.m.-11 a.m.) Seminar Number: GUI116-08-15S CANCELLED Auditorium 10
Internet Safety Workshop A representative from the Chesapeake Integrated Behavioral Healthcare (CIBH) Prevention Services will present information on cyber bullying, online predators, exposure to inappropriate content, and posting personal or inappropriate information. Note(s): This seminar will be presented by a CIBH prevention services specialist. Hugo A. Owens Middle Jessica Amory All School Counselors March 11 (1 p.m.-3 p.m.) Seminar Number: GUI216-08-15S CANCELLED Auditorium Interstate Compact Agreement... Know It! Review the Interstate Compact Agreement on educational opportunities for military children. Hear the updates and gain an understanding of how the compact relates to student transfer grades, out-of-state tests, and on time graduation for military students. Note(s): This seminar will be presented by a Navy school liaison officer and a representative from the VDOE. Oscar F. Smith High Overton Theater Sharon Black Melissa Luchau High School Counselors March 31 (9 a.m.-11 a.m.) Seminar Number: GUI117-08-15S CANCELLED Interstate Compact Agreement... Know It! Review the Interstate Compact Agreement on educational opportunities for military children. Hear the updates and gain an understanding of how the compact relates to student transfer grades, out-of-state tests, and on time graduation for military students. Note(s): This seminar will be presented by a Navy school liaison officer and a representative from the VDOE. Oscar F. Smith High Overton Theater Sharon Black Melissa Luchau High School Counselors March 31 (1 p.m.-3 p.m.) Seminar Number: GUI217-08-15S CANCELLED 11
Finalize the School Year in Edmodo! Come prepared to discuss the use of Edmodo and suggest ways to improve its use as a resource for counselors. Review strengths and needed improvements observed this past year. Time will be available to finalize monthly logs and add lessons electronically. Greenbrier Intermediate 703 Suzanne W. Salisbury April 1 (9 a.m.-11 a.m.) Seminar Number: GUI118-08-15S Finalize the School Year in Edmodo! Come prepared to discuss the use of Edmodo and suggest ways to improve its use as a resource for counselors. Review strengths and needed improvements observed this past year. Time will be available to finalize monthly logs and add lessons electronically. Greenbrier Intermediate 703 Suzanne W. Salisbury April 1 (1 p.m.-3 p.m.) Seminar Number: GUI218-08-15S 12