Counselor Keys

What is the primary role of Principals in the CKES?

• To evaluate School Counselors

• To schedule training sessions

• To provide training for School Counselors

• To develop the curriculum

What is the main intent of the CKES?

• To increase the number of School Counselors

• To optimize student learning and growth

• To decrease the importance of School Counselors

• To reduce the workload of School Counselors

What is the deadline for School Counselors to review the Annual Administrator Agreement & Addendum with the Principal?

• October 31

• December 1

• September 15

• November 7

How are the services of School Counselors measured according to the CKES?

• By improvement data

• By feelings and perceptions

• By the hours worked

• By the number of students counseled

What is a key difference between Guidance Counselors and Professional School Counselors as outlined in the text?

• Guidance Counselors provide services to all students

• Guidance Counselors measure impact via improvement data

• Professional School Counselors play an essential role in the school improvement process

• Professional School Counselors are reactive

What is the purpose of the CKES Counselor Instrument Evaluation Tool?

• To increase the workload of School Counselors

• To eliminate the need for School Counselors

• To decrease the number of School Counselors

• To ensure consistency, equity, and comparability across districts and the state

According to the CKES, what should School Counselors do with artifacts?

• Use them for personal development only

• Share them with students only

• Discard them after evaluation

• Keep them to demonstrate Professional standard for evaluation

What is the role of School Counselors in the school improvement process according to the CKES?

• Essential

• Temporary

• Non-existent

• Ancillary

What is required for School Counselors according to GaDOE School Counseling Board Rule 160-4-8-.05?

• To participate in training needed to fulfill job assignments

• To ensure all School Counseling Services do not align with the Georgia Professional Standards Commission’s school counselor certification standards

• To have a specific area designated in each school that is not accessible to all students

• To engage in School Counseling Services for a minimum of three full-time equivalent program count segments

What is emphasized in DeKalb’s School Counselor Comprehensive Plan?

• Decreasing the role of School Counselors in student outcomes

• Eliminating Federal and District Mandated Counseling Lessons

• Focusing on academic achievement, career guidance, and support for social and emotional challenges

• The importance of reducing counseling services