School counselors play a vital role in enhancing every student’s academic success, college and career readiness, and social/emotional development. Continuing education opportunities ensure these critical school staff stay informed about the latest techniques, mental health trends, and best practices for promoting student well-being. This spring, counselors and support professionals across Northern California are encouraged to attend the premiere event for counselors: the April 2025 Counselor Spring Institute.
Offered by the Sacramento County Office of Education (SCOE) in partnership with California State University, Sacramento (CSUS), more than 300 PK–14 counselors are expected to attend. The theme for the third annual institute—C.A.R.E.: The Counselor’s Compass—is designed to be a navigational tool for counselors, pointing to a “true north” for the profession. Attendees will:
- Connect to foster unity in the profession
- Advocate for students
- Relate to one another for support
- Educate to continuously develop skills
Just like a compass points the way, the elements of the C.A.R.E. theme help professionals chart a course toward a community where counseling transforms lives and inspires limitless possibilities for students.
Dates and Details
Dates: April 2–3, 2025 (8 a.m.–3:30 p.m.)
Location: California State University, Sacramento
Cost: $329 (includes conference registration, continental breakfast, lunch, and parking)
Speakers will include:
- Gian Paul Gonzalez—youth education and wellness expert, and motivational speaker (presenting “Inspiring Hope Through the Power of Commitment and Positivity”)
- Aaron Huff—Bosse High School principal, past president of NASSP, and a former elementary school counselor
- Houston Kraft—co-founder of CharacterStrong and author of Deep Kindness
Registration
- Register Online—join counselors from across Northern California in this dynamic space, fostering unity, advocating passionately, building supportive relationships, and developing skills
Two levels of sponsorship opportunities, plus advertising spaces and exhibitor tables are also available for the conference. Email mmiller@scoe.net for sponsorship information or general questions about the conference.