Conversing with Your Legislators

The best way to connect with legislators to talk about school counseling issues is in person. If you're able to schedule a face-to-face meeting with your legislator (this includes virtual video calls), here are some key topics to discuss: 

1. The differences between a “guidance counselor” and a “school counselor”,

2. For the state to ensure that all Connecticut public school students have access to a comprehensive school counseling program K-12, that is implemented by certified school counseling personnel,

3. Require that the term “school counselor” apply only to certified school counselors that require a Master’s degree with specific counseling coursework and field work experiences in school counseling,

4. Discussing appropriate school counseling ratios at all levels, (no more than a 250:1 ratio).

5. Discuss your own personal experiences as a counselor - positives and challenges. Why is this proposed legislation important to you as a counselor?

Remember - legislators are people too! While it can be nerve wracking, these meetings are SO important to the future of our profession

If you would like to request a CSCA Board Member attend a face to face meeting with your legislator with you, please reach out to execdirectorcsca@gmail.com