Annual Agreement Template

Lissete Aguirre
School Counselor

Name of School North-Grand High School

2015-2016

School Year

School 5Network

Other School Counseling Team Members, if Applicable

Isabel Lorton, Nora Alba, Andrea Cortes

Schools Mission Statement

To create a nurturing community of life long learners who can strive successfully to achieve their highest
intellectual, emotional, social, and ethical potential. To develop an environment where students
construct meaning by actively participating in the learning process, embracing academic excellence,
high moral values, and proper social behaviors. To implement an intellectually challenging core
curriculum, focusing on reading, math, and modern technology. To develop productive partnerships
among students, parents, teachers, and community
Schools Counseling Programs Mission Statement
The North-Grand High School Counseling Department is committed to creating a safe and supportive learning
environment based on the belief that all students have intrinsic value and can be successful, life-long learners
and contributing community members. To that effect, the Counseling Department, in collaboration with
students, families, staff, and the community, provide a data-driven, comprehensive developmental counseling
program to meet the needs of all students.
School Counseling Program Goal(s), 2015-2016
The school counseling program will focus on the following student achievement, attendance, behavior, or school safety
goals this year. Details of counseling activities tied to these goals are then recorded in the Program Goal Action Plan
template of the Evidence Based Implementation Plan.
Program Goal Statements
1 Academic

By spring 2016, we will see a 2% increase for average PSAE composite scores for
Juniors due to implementation of test taking and study skills curriculum.
Personal Social
By Spring 2016, freshmen will have engaged in a curriculum focusing on healthy
communication and conflict resolution, resulting in a 25% decrease in misconduct
reports and a 50% increase in understanding regarding how to resolve conflict
and utilize "I" statements.
College and Career
By Spring of 2016, the percentage of students for post-secondary enrollment will
increase by 5% due to a curriculum focusing on college match, application
support, and financial literacy.

Advisory Council
The school counseling advisory council will meet on the following dates:
Sept. 15, 2015, Feb. 1, 2016, and May 2, 2016
Planning and Results Documents
The following documents have been developed for the school counseling program:
Menu of Data Elements
School Counseling Annual Calendar
Program Goals with Action Plan
Lesson Plans

Program Results Template

Other
REACH Framework for Performance Evaluation 2015-2016
Which of the following Frameworks will be used to conduct the evaluation of my performance: (Select the best fit)
Framework for School Counselors
Framework for Education Support Specialists
Rationale for Chosen REACH Framework 2015-2016
Please describe the reasons for this mutually agreed upon choice:
We are School Counselors so the Framework for School Counselors is the most relevant.

Use of Time
I plan to spend the following percentage of my full work day time delivering the services of the school counseling
program in 2014-2015:

Type of
Services

Definition

Examples

Direct Services
to Students

In-person
interactions
between school
counselors and
students

School Counseling Core Curriculum:

Structured lessons to help students attain
the desired competencies and to provide
all students with the knowledge,
attitudes, and skills appropriate for their
developmental level.
Individual Student Planning: Ongoing
systemic activities designed to assist
students in establishing personal goals
and developing future plans.
Responsive Services: Activities
designed to meet students immediate
needs and concerns, including individual
or small-group counseling and crisis
response.
Referrals for additional assistance

Indirect Services
for Students

Program
Planning and
School Support

Services
provided on
behalf of
students as a
result of the
school
counselors
interactions
with others
Program
management
and school
support
services

Professional Development

Planned
Time
Distributi
on

ASCA
Recommended

_20___%

__20__%

80%
or more

__20__%

__5__%
Consultation
_5___%
Collaboration with parents, teachers,
other educators, and community
organizations
School counseling program
foundation, management, and
accountability tasks
Fair Share Responsibilities: Routine
responsibilities involved in running the
school that all members of the school
staff take equal turns doing to ensure the
schools smooth operation
TOTAL:

_10___%

_10___%
20%
or less
__10__%

100%

100%

Based on school counseling program goal(s) and/or the results of my ASCA school counselor competencies selfassessment and in accord with Domain 4 (Professional Responsibilities) of the REACH Framework, I plan to participate
in the following professional learning opportunities in 2015-2016: (Note: Refer to the Annual OSCPA Professional
Development Map)

Professional Collaboration and Responsibilities (Indicate all committees/teams that you will participate in)
Check
All
That
Apply

Committee/Team

A.

Weekly/Monthly/Quart
erly

School Counseling Team Meetings

Weekly

B. Administration/School Counseling
Meetings
C. Student Support Team Meetings
D. Department Chair Meetings
E.

N/A

CIWP Team Meetings

F.

District School Counseling

Meetings
G. CARE Team Meetings

J.

Other:

K.

Other:

Grade Level Leads

N/A
Lorton

Weekly
Monthly

H. Postsecondary Leadership Team

Meetings
I. Event/Topic
Instructional Leadership Team
Meetings
7/26/2015 STLS Training

Bacon

N/A

Weekly
N/A

Date

Coordinator

Cortes

Weekly
Date

Event/Topic

Nault

We dont know what PDs will be

offered next year or when at
this time

Budget Materials and Supplies

Annual Budget $Unknown
Materials and Supplies Needed
School Counselor Availability/Office Organization
The school counseling office will be open for students/parents/teachers from ___8____ a.m. to ___3:30____ p.m.
My work hours will be from __8_____ a.m. to ___3:30____ p.m. (if flexible scheduling is used)
I will serve approximately ____300___ students (# of students) in my school counseling caseload
Provide Academic, Social/Emotional and Post-Secondary Support to students in grades 9-12.
9-12
My school
counseling
student
caseload
consists
of the
following
grade students
levels/ASCA
Personally
oversee
a case
load of
over 300
students
to ensure
are domains
on pace for graduation
through individual conferences, parent conferences, accurate scheduling and referrals to night and
summer school if necessary. Perform academic performance checks every semester and targeted
post-secondary planning. Manage all course planning for caseload including meeting with each
My major
roles and
responsibilities
student
individually
to map for
out2015-2016
courses forare
the following year. Crisis management for caseload
including performing suicide risk assessments and working with community partners to manage
homelessness, pregnancy and immigration. Work with DCFS to handle child abuse and neglect
cases. Care Team member including preparing for Care Team meetings, managing community
partnerships to ensure that students receive the needed tier II and tier III services such as
individual mental health and substance abuse counseling. Screen students for PTSD, reactive
aggression and substance abuse. Perform daily check-in check-out with a small caseload of
students deemed in need of additional support. Ensure that students are completing credit
recovery as needed to stay on track for graduation. Attend weekly Grade Level Team meetings to

Annual Agreement Signatures

School Counselors Signature
Principals or Assistant Principals Signature
Date