KSCA Fall Virtual Conference
Join the Kansas School Counselor Association for our Fall Virtual Conference, featuring a dynamic lineup of professional learning, practical strategies, current updates, and recognition of the outstanding work of Kansas school counselors.
From Busy to Comprehensive
Keynote Speaker: Matthew Berry
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School counselors are busy—but is all that activity creating the impact students need?
In this fast-paced, interactive keynote, participants will explore how to move from simply doing school counseling activities to intentionally designing a comprehensive school counseling program. Using a practical Define, Design, Deliver, and Assess framework, counselors will examine how student needs, data, standards, tiered supports, and outcomes work together to create a purposeful program.
Participants will reflect on their current practices, identify strengths and gaps, and consider how to shift the conversation from “What did we do?” to “What changed for students?” Attendees will leave with practical strategies and a clear next step for strengthening a comprehensive, data-informed school counseling program that ensures every student has access to meaningful support.
Participants will be able to:
- Differentiate between counselor-centered activities and a comprehensive, program-centered approach to school counseling.
- Apply the Define-Design-Deliver-Assess framework to strengthen alignment among student needs, standards, services, and desired outcomes.
- Identify one actionable “next play” to improve their comprehensive school counseling program through intentional programming, data use, or outcome measurement.
Enough is ENOUGH: Harnessing the Power of Pause to Live Your Best Life NOW!
Keynote Speaker: Dianne Andree
Burnout has a profound impact on personal well-being and workplace culture. In this engaging session, Dianne shares proven, no-cost strategies to help individuals recognize the signs of burnout, reclaim balance, and create a sustainable path toward health and fulfillment.
Key Takeaways:
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Recognize the warning signs and impact of burnout.
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Understand the connection between stress, mental health, and physical health.
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Learn simple, practical tools to reduce stress and restore energy.
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Build resilience and sustainable habits for long-term success.
Kansas School Mental Health Updates
Presenter: Trish Backman, Kansas State Department of Education
Stay current with important updates from the Kansas State Department of Education. Trish Backman will provide an update focused on school mental health, highlighting information and developments relevant to Kansas school counselors and the students, families, and communities they serve.
Fall KSCA Awards Recognition
We will also take time to celebrate the Fall KSCA Award recipients and recognize the individuals who are making a meaningful difference in school counseling across Kansas. This special recognition provides an opportunity for our profession to celebrate excellence, leadership, service, and the positive impact of school counselors.
A Day of Learning, Connection, and Celebration
Whether you are looking to strengthen your comprehensive school counseling program, refresh your understanding of ethical practice, stay informed about Kansas school mental health initiatives, or celebrate colleagues across the state, the KSCA Fall Virtual Conference will provide meaningful professional learning and practical ideas you can take back to your school.
All conference registration fees are refundable only if a refund request is submitted on or before October 30th, 2026.
No refunds will be issued for any reason after October 30th, 2026. This includes, but is not limited to, cancellations, schedule conflicts, illness, or failure to attend the conference.
Refund requests must be submitted in writing by emailing Daniel Ruda at daniel@kansasschoolcounselor.org no later than May 1, 2026. By registering for the conference, participants acknowledge and agree to this refund policy.
