The Real Deal of School Counseling: A Practical Guide for School Educators

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The goal of this book is to help neophyte counselors get started in the positon at any level of education. For the experienced counselors a refresher to continue to be successful in your career. People often ask questions about what counselors do. Are they just academic counselors Is a counselor really needed to deal with a student Can't a counseling technician do the work needed This book seeks to answer those questions and more.
This book is written to give you, the reader, and a glimpse behind the curtain of the daily activities of a school counselor. I want you to have a fun interactive time with this book, whether you are a student going through your internship or a more seasoned counselor. This book is for everyone.

Author Bio

Christopher Gadsden, has 17+ years of experience in positively contributing to public and private school education from kindergarten through 12th grades. Having taught middle and high school, student association director, and psychology adjunct professor has allowed for true understanding of the needed support a school counselor can have in a school system. I have demonstrated leadership across schools of differing sizes and academic levels, from elementary to higher education; readily engaging struggling students with programs and initiatives designed to address their needs.

Dedicated to student success in their academic endeavors, with a passionate, yet professional approach to teaching and counseling; conduct anti-bullying programs to foster a safe and inclusive learning environment for all students.
Areas of Expertise:

Curriculum Development and Professional Development for School Counselors

Equity and Access

Cultural Sensitivity

Student Advocacy

Special Education

PBIS

Master Schedule Development

School and District Initiatives

Common Core

AVID Coordinator

Boys Town & Capturing Kids Hearts along with other mentoring programs being apart of or leading.