AzSCA Inc.

AzSCA Inc. It is our hope that all students will have access to skilled school counselors through their K-12 ed

MISSION
The Arizona School Counselors Association promotes our profession, supports school counselors through resources and professional networking, and through demonstrating our ethical practices, professional partnerships with parents, staff and community while developing evidence based national model implementation in all schools, and to assist/ support students in their academic experiences, c

ollege/ career preparation, and social/ emotional development. VISION
It is our hope that all students will have access to skilled school counselors through their K-12 education experience.

As her term as AzSCA Chair comes to a close, Aja DeZeeuw leaves us with a reminder of the impact school counselors make ...
06/18/2026

As her term as AzSCA Chair comes to a close, Aja DeZeeuw leaves us with a reminder of the impact school counselors make every single day.

Whether it's helping a student navigate a difficult situation, supporting a school community through a crisis, or advocating for students to local - and even national - leaders, those moments matter.

Sometimes the most meaningful work happens in conversations that never make headlines but change the course of a student's day, year, or future.

Thank you to the school counselors across Arizona who continue to show up, support students, and make a difference every day. 💙

06/17/2026

That’s the thing about school counseling.

It’s not a job you simply clock in and out of.

The students, conversations, hard moments, and small breakthroughs stay with you long after the school year ends. And for many counselors, summer becomes a season of reflecting on the impact this work truly has — and preparing to show up even stronger next year.

That’s why professional community matters.

Because when your work is this personal, growth matters too. Support matters too. Connection matters too.

One of the most meaningful parts of being an AzSCA member is staying connected to other school counselors across Arizona who understand the heart behind this profession and continue investing in it alongside you 💙

When people hear "CTE conference," they don't always realize how much of the conversation is about school counselors.At ...
06/15/2026

When people hear "CTE conference," they don't always realize how much of the conversation is about school counselors.

At this year's ACTEAZ Connection Conference, counselors will explore topics like:

✔️ Helping students identify their "why" and create meaningful career pathways
✔️ Supporting military-connected students through a Purple Star School lens
✔️ Empowering career choices for students with disabilities
✔️ Building stronger college and career partnerships
✔️ Helping students navigate financial literacy and postsecondary opportunities

These sessions reflect something school counselors already know well: career readiness is about far more than helping students choose a job title.

We're especially excited to see so many Arizona school counselors not only attending these conversations, but leading them!

The future of college, career, and workforce readiness is stronger when counselors have a seat at the table 💙

Check out the counselor-related sessions by selecting Primary Role > School Counselor / Career Advisor: https://new.login.acteaz.org/registrations/DMS/view-sessions

Other conference details can be found here: https://arizonactecon.com/

As she wraps up her year as Chair of the Arizona School Counselors Association, Aja DeZeeuw shared a message of gratitud...
06/13/2026

As she wraps up her year as Chair of the Arizona School Counselors Association, Aja DeZeeuw shared a message of gratitude with our members.

Throughout her term, she helped elevate the voices of school counselors, advocate for students across Arizona, and highlight the incredible work happening in schools every day.

"I am very humbled that you put your faith in me to be one of the AzSCA directors and that I was given the honor and responsibility of leading this organization for the past year."

Thank you, Aja, for your leadership, dedication, and service to Arizona's school counselors and students. 💙

Switching school levels this fall?Starting at a new campus?Beginning your very first counseling role?Every school level ...
06/11/2026

Switching school levels this fall?
Starting at a new campus?
Beginning your very first counseling role?

Every school level comes with its own culture, pace, student needs, and learning curve and even experienced counselors can feel “new” again when stepping into a different role.

Elementary to middle school.
Middle to high school.
New district.
First counseling position.

Each transition asks counselors to adapt in new ways, and that can feel both exciting and overwhelming at the same time.

One thing this profession teaches you quickly: you do not need to have everything figured out by August.

The relationships, routines, confidence, and systems come with time.

And one of the best parts of the counseling profession is that you don’t have to figure it all out alone 💙

More than 5,000 school counselors from across the country will gather in New Orleans this July for the 2026 ASCA Annual ...
06/06/2026

More than 5,000 school counselors from across the country will gather in New Orleans this July for the 2026 ASCA Annual Conference.

School counseling is constantly evolving — and the best way to continue serving students is to continue learning.

The ASCA Annual Conference brings together school counseling professionals to explore best practices, discover new resources, earn professional development hours, and connect with colleagues who understand the challenges and opportunities of this work.

Whether you're attending in person or participating virtually, conferences like this remind us that we're part of something bigger than our individual schools and districts.

Every new idea, strategy, and connection has the potential to impact the students we serve.

Check out the details here, and get your tickets now: https://ascaconferences.org/2026/

You've still got a month to add this to your summer plans...

05/31/2026

And you realize how much they’ve grown—
not just academically, but in confidence, resilience, and who they’re becoming.

For more than 25 years, Heather Webb has helped Arizona students see what’s possible for their futures and helped school...
05/31/2026

For more than 25 years, Heather Webb has helped Arizona students see what’s possible for their futures and helped school counselors and CTE leaders strengthen the pathways to get them there.

Her career has taken her from teaching 8th graders to high school counseling, and she is just completing her term as President of ACTEAZ. Throughout it all, Heather’s career has been rooted in supporting students through career exploration, academic planning, and real-world readiness.

Her story is also a reminder of the critical role school counselors play in helping students connect their interests, strengths, and goals to meaningful postsecondary pathways.

“Arizona desperately needs skilled, trained professionals who are certified and career ready,” Heather shared. “School counselors play a pivotal role in supporting students with career discovery, high school course selection, and career or college pathway planning.”

Thank you, Heather, for being a champion for students, CTE programs, and the counseling profession across Arizona. 💙

Sometimes advocacy looks like this—not a stage, not a spotlight… but real conversations happening in real time.School co...
05/28/2026

Sometimes advocacy looks like this—
not a stage, not a spotlight… but real conversations happening in real time.

School counselors from across Arizona coming together, asking questions, and listening closely.
Moments like these create space for important dialogue with education leaders, giving counselors a seat at the table where decisions are being discussed and perspectives are shared.

This is the work.

Showing up. Staying informed. Asking questions that matter for our students and our profession.

When you become an AzSCA member, you’re stepping into:
✔️ A collective voice in statewide conversations
✔️ Direct connection to education leaders and decision-makers
✔️ A community committed to advocacy and growth

As the school year winds down, it’s a powerful time to stay connected to what’s next.

👉 Join AzSCA and be part of the conversations shaping school counseling in Arizona: https://www.azsca.org/i4a/ams/public/member_start.cfm?mbrAppID=1&pageid=3293&showTitle=1

What if MTSS wasn’t just another initiative…but the framework that actually makes your work more effective—and sustainab...
05/25/2026

What if MTSS wasn’t just another initiative…
but the framework that actually makes your work more effective—and sustainable?

This summer, you’ll learn from Dr. Peg Donohue—former school counselor, current professor and department chair, and one of the leading voices in MTSS implementation.

With 16 years of experience in schools and a career dedicated to helping counselors become effective systemic change agents, Dr. Donohue brings both the real-world perspective and the research to back it up. She’s also co-editor of The School Counselor’s Guide to MTSS and Making MTSS Work—so you’re learning from someone who’s helped shape the field.

Join us for the AzSCA Summer Series: MTSS, a two-part virtual training designed to help you better support students across all tiers:

✔️ Tier 1: school-wide impact
✔️ Tier 2: small group interventions
✔️ Tier 3: individualized support

You’ll walk away with practical strategies, real-world insight, and resources you can bring straight into the 2026–2027 school year.

🗓 June 16–17
⏰ 9:00 AM–12:00 PM MST
💻 Live on Zoom
🎓 6 PD hours
💲 FREE for AzSCA members

Spots are open now & registration closes May 31.

🔗 Register today: https://azsca.org/i4a/ams/amslogin.cfm

(and if you’re not a member yet, this is a great reason to join 😉)

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