Counselors Leading Change: A Systems Approach to Proven Achievement Gains
Printer-friendly versionLearn the results of a year-long project to transform counseling at Portland Public Schools. As part of the high school reform effort, PPS administration partnered with the Education Trust to guide high school counselors through data analysis and goal setting to impact student achievement. Counselors at the district are being empowered to identify and remove barriers that lead to the achievement gap. Hear about the district-level process and see one high school’s successful implementation where counselors’ leadership is supporting the school-wide effort to improve literacy, numeracy, and community in mainstreamed ninth-grade academics. See the data and learn about next steps.
Presenters:
Pam Wilson, Assistant Director of Student Services, Portland Public Schools, Portland, OR
Jennifer Frentress, Curriculum Vice President, Franklin High School, Portland Public Schools, Portland, OR
Marquita Guzman, Counselor, Franklin High School, Portland Public Schools, Portland, OR
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