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• CSCA Awards Gala 2025

  • When
    24 Apr 2025
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    5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  • Location
    University of St. Joseph, Crystal Room, 1678 Asylum Avenue West Hartford, CT 06117

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  Join us for the 2025 CSCA Awards Gala, hosted by the Connecticut School Counselor Association, on April 24th at 5:00 PM at the University of St. Joseph. This special evening will celebrate the achievements of outstanding school counselors, educators, and students; and recognize recipients of several awards and scholarships, including the Connecticut School Counselor of the Year. Don’t miss this opportunity to honor the dedication and impact of our school counseling community.

  Please register here: https://csca.wildapricot.org/event-6128176.

  Please Park in Lot C by East Entrance. Lots E and F if needed.

  Contact Kurt Daigle, cscaawards@gmail.com, with any dietary restrictions.

  
  

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• Meet over Mugs: Coffee & Conversation with CSCA Executive Director Michelle Boss

  • When
    01 May 2025
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    9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
  • Location
    Zoom

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  Every other month Michelle will host a virtual meeting to connect with CSCA Members - provide updates on what the CSCA Board is doing, hear from you about what is going on in your school counseling world, and discuss how CSCA can be a better resource for you, your school, and your students. Grab your favorite mug filled with something delicious and join Michelle for these informal conversations!

  Register here: https://csca.wildapricot.org/event-5916366. You'll receive the Zoom link in your reminder email the day before the event.

  
  

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• Resume Tips and Interview Skills Workshop with Expert Panelists

  • When
    01 May 2025
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    6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
  • Location
    Zoom

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  Join us for an informative and interactive Zoom session co-hosted by your CSCA Graduate Student Co-Liaisons! Whether you’re gearing up for your first job search or looking to polish your professional profile, this event is perfect for those seeking expert advice on resume writing and interview preparation.

  Featured Guests:

  Michelle Boss, CSCA Executive Director

  Lisa Kilcourse, CSCA Chairman of the Board and Runner-up for 2021 CT School Counselor of the Year

  Curtis Darragh IV, Board of Directors, 2021 CT School Counselor of the Year

  Our skilled guest panelist are experienced professionals in school counseling and will provide valuable insights on:

  -Crafting a standout resume that highlights your strengths

  -Mastering the art of interview, from preparation to follow-up

  -Tips on facing common challenges faced in interviews.

  This session will include a Q&A segment, where you can ask specific questions, get advice, and gain confidence in presenting yourself to potential employers. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from the best and take your career readiness to the next level!

  Please register here: mhttps://csca.wildapricot.org/event-6143693. You'll receive the Zoom link in your reminder email the day before the event.

  
  

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• College Admissions Roundtable

  • When
    09 May 2025
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    9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
  • Location
    Google Meet

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  Admissions Advice in the Time of AI - what are college admissions representatives looking for when they read applications? What information is important to include? What should we do about letters of recommendation with AI being so prevalent?

  Please register here:  https://csca.wildapricot.org/event-6113885. You'll receive the Google Meet link the day before the event.

  
  

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• New London County School Counselor Happy Hour!

  • When
    16 May 2025
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    4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
  • Location
    Tox Brewing, 123 Bank Street, New London, CT 06320
  • Spaces left
    50

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  Are you a school counselor in New London County? Join CSCA and your fellow counselors for a happy hour at Tox Brewing! Come enjoy a drink, relax, and connect with other counselors in the area; we all have something to celebrate in mid-May!

  Please register here:  https://csca.wildapricot.org/event-6160086. Reach out to Ann Zinn with any questions, zinna@nfaschool.org.

  
  

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• 2025 CSCA Conference Sponsor, Exhibitor & Advertising Packages

  • When
    22 May 2025
  •  
    7:30 AM - 3:30 PM
  • Location
    Trinity College
  • Registered
    10 registrants

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  Click HERE for our list of exhibitor and sponsorship packages! 

  The Connecticut School Counselor Association is thrilled to announce our 2025 Annual CSCA Conference will be on May 22, 2025 at Trinity College in Hartford, CT and our theme is "We cannot control the wind, but we can adjust our sails".  

  This premier event brings together K-12 grade school counselors from across the state, representing urban, suburban and rural school districts.  Some of our goals are to share experiences, perspectives, insights and the latest trends in the counseling and educational related field. 

  We truly appreciate the partnerships we have created throughout the years, and it is our hope to also create new relationships. In the link below, there is a description of each sponsor, exhibitor, and advertising package.  

  If you have any questions regarding any of the packages, please contact Seth Korn at

  skorn@npsct.org

  This premier event brings together K-12 grade school counselors from across the state, representing urban, suburban and rural school districts.  Some of our goals are to share experiences, perspectives, insights and the latest trends in the counseling and educational related field. 
  

  CSCA represents an exceptional opportunity to put your organization in front of key people who have a vested interest in your association and bettering the opportunities for the students of Connecticut and how to best serve them. By becoming one of our exclusive conference sponsors, you have the chance to reach this uniquely targeted audience and demonstrate your commitment to our future.
  

  If you are also interested in presenting at our conference, please submit the Call for Proposals form HERE.  

  CSCA reserves the right to deny any exhibitor or sponsor requests from an organization whose mission or vision conflicts with CSCA’s mission.

  
  

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• CSCA Annual Conference 2025 - We cannot control the wind, but we can adjust our sails

  • When
    22 May 2025
  •  
    7:30 AM - 3:30 PM
  • Location
    Trinity College,
  • Spaces left
    162

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  The Annual CSCA Conference is here!

  May 22, 2025

  Trinity College

  
  

  
  

  
  

  Keynote Speaker: Virginia Messina

  2020 Connecticut School Counselor of the Year

  
  

  In addition to an engaging and inspiring keynote, we have 30+ amazing breakout sessions this year!  There is something for everyone K-12 and at all experience levels!  This year you will have the opportunity to attend 3 sessions.  

  
  

  Full descriptions of can be found here 

  Topics include:

  Advisory Programs

  Artificial Intellegence (AI)

  Collaboration

  College & Career Planning

  College & Career Readiness

  Community Partners

  Crisis Response

  Dual Credit Options

  First Year Counselors

  Financial Aid

  Gap Year Education

  Grief & Loss

  Group Counseling

  Internship

  Multilingual Learners

  SAT Practice

  School-wide Programs

  Student Athletes

  Student Engagement

  Student Mental Health

  Students with Disabilities

  Study Skills

  Suicide Prevention

  Trauma Informed Counseling

  Tier II Interventions & Groups

  Underrepresented Populations

  Wellness & Self-Care for Counselors

  
  

  Conference Agenda

  Registration & Breakfast: 7:30 AM - 8:15 AM

  Welcoming Remarks: 8:20 AM - 8:45 AM

  State of the CSCA: 8:45 AM - 9:40 AM

  (State Reps, CSCA Reps, SCOY Recognition)
  

  Keynote Speaker: 9:40 AM - 10:15 AM

  Break/Transition to Sessions: 10:15 - 10:35 AM

  Session I: 10:35 AM - 11:25 AM

  Lunch: 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

  (Check out Grad Students, Exhibitors, and Sponsors)

  Session II: 12:40 PM - 1:30 PM

  Session III - 1:40 PM - 2:30 PM

  Happy Hour - 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM

  
  

  2025 Fee Payment Policy:

  • If paying by check or Purchase Order, payment must be received by May 15th or your registration will be cancelled.  Please include your invoice number on your check or purchase order. 

  2025 Refund and Cancellation Policy:

  • Any cancellations occurring after midnight on May 15, 2024 will incur a $40.00 cancellation fee. This cancellation fee will be used to cover the cost of food that CSCA will already be legally committed to pay to the conference venue. Notice of cancellation may be made by e-mail to Michelle Catucci at execdirectorCSCA@gmail.com

  2025 Bad Weather Policy:

  • If you have bad weather in your area, and are unable to travel, we will extend our refund deadline (less the $40.00 cancellation fee) to the morning of the program.

  
  

  Questions about the Conference?

  • Contact Conference Co-Chairs Todd Dyer (tdyer@avon.k12.ct.us) or Heather Toyen (htoyen@avon.k12.ct.us)
    

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• Meet over Mugs: Drinks & Discussion with CSCA Executive Director Michelle Boss

  • When
    06 Jun 2025
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    3:30 PM - 6:30 PM
  • Location
    Kinsmen Brewing, 409 Canal Street, Milldale, CT 06467

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  Michelle loved meeting virtually with you all this school year to provide updates on what the CSCA Board is doing, hear from you about what is going on in your school counseling world, and discuss how CSCA can be a better resource for you, your school, and your students. Let’s have one last Meet over Mugs IN PERSON to celebrate the end of the school year!

  CSCA will provide food only. Beverages will be purchased on your own. Register here: https://csca.wildapricot.org/event-5916377. Please contact Michelle Boss, execdirectorcsca@gmail.com with any dietary restrictions.

  
  

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