This episode is one that high school counselors come back to again and again — and for good reason. If you’re looking for a meaningful way to reset with your team before the chaos of the school year begins, this conversation is packed with practical tips for hosting an off-campus planning day that sets the tone for a successful year. From crafting SMART goals and setting team norms to reviewing key documents and mapping out your first few weeks, you’ll walk away with a roadmap to help your team start the year strong.

Resources Mentioned:

• Visit my High School Counselor Amazon Storefront
• Podcast: Episode 32, Back to School Tips for High School Counselors: Office Prep
• Book: “Future Focused Leaders: Relate, Innovate, and Invigorate for Real Educational Change” by Bill Ziegler and Dave Ramage
• Book: StrengthsFinder 2.0 by Tom Rath
• Resource: Top 5 CliftonStrengths in the Online Gallup Store
• Resource: The 6 Types of Working Genius by Patrick Lencioni
• Resource: The ASCA National Model 4th Edition
• Blog: 6 Keys to Holding a Productive Planning Day
• Leave your review for High School Counseling Conversations on Apple Podcasts

Connect with Lauren:

• Sign up for the free, 3-day prep for High School Counseling Job Interviews https://counselorclique.com/interviews
• Visit my TpT store https://counselorclique.com/shop
• Send me a DM on Instagram @counselorclique https://instagram.com/counselorclique
• Follow me on Facebook https://facebook.com/counselorclique
• Send me an email mailto:lauren@counselorclique.com
• Join the Clique Collaborative http://cliquecollab.com

Original show notes on website: https://counselorclique.com/summer-team-planning-day/

If there’s one thing I hear over and over from high school counselors, it’s that there’s just never enough time in the day. That’s why I loved this conversation with Kaci Ranger—so much so that I’m bringing it back as a listener favorite! In this episode, Kaci and I talk through simple, effective time management strategies that are actually doable for busy counselors. We cover everything from building a realistic daily schedule to setting boundaries around email and meetings, plus easy ways to organize your digital tools without adding to your plate. Whether you’re brand new to the role or deep into your counseling career, I know you’ll walk away with a few tips to help you lighten that mental load.

Resources Mentioned:

• More episodes on time management
• Leave your review for High School Counseling Conversations on Apple Podcasts

Connect with Lauren:

• Sign up for the free, 3-day prep for High School Counseling Job Interviews https://counselorclique.com/interviews
• Visit my TpT store https://counselorclique.com/shop
• Send me a DM on Instagram @counselorclique https://instagram.com/counselorclique
• Follow me on Facebook https://facebook.com/counselorclique
• Send me an email mailto:lauren@counselorclique.com
• Join the Clique Collaborative http://cliquecollab.com

Original show notes on website: https://counselorclique.com/time-management-strategies-for-counselors/

We’re bringing back one of your favorite episodes all about “Coffee with the Counselor”, because any chance to connect with parents (and drink coffee!) is a win, right? In this replay, I’m sharing what I’ve learned from hosting these events at my own school—the good, the not-so-great, and everything in between. From picking the perfect time of day to choosing topics parents actually want to hear about, I’ll walk you through how to pull it off without a ton of stress. If you’ve been thinking about trying one of these events (or making your next one even better), this episode’s got you covered!

Resources Mentioned:

• Resource: Coffee with the Counselor Parent Workshop Materials
• Resource: High School Counselor Kickstart Course
• Resource: NAMI [National Alliance on Mental Illness]
• Blog: Why I Love “Coffee with the Counselors”
• Book: Love and Logic by Jim Fay
• Leave your review for School Counseling Conversations on Apple Podcasts

Connect with Lauren:

• Sign up for the free, 3-day prep for High School Counseling Job Interviews https://counselorclique.com/interviews
• Visit my TpT store https://counselorclique.com/shop
• Send me a DM on Instagram @counselorclique https://instagram.com/counselorclique
• Follow me on Facebook https://facebook.com/counselorclique
• Send me an email mailto:lauren@counselorclique.com
• Join the Clique Collaborative http://cliquecollab.com

Original show notes on website: https://counselorclique.com/coffee-with-the-counselor-plan/