School Counseling Programs

Producing Positive Changes in Behavior & Learning

School counseling programs are designed to produce positive changes in student behavior and student learning. Outcomes include increased academic achievement, improved attendance, social-behavioral skill development, individual planning, and family/community involvement.

Learn more about State Comprehensive School Counseling Programs and what different states are doing to help children succeed in school and in life.

School counseling programs are an integral part of the entire educational experience. The Wisconsin Model Academic Standards for Developmental Guidance cover the three domains of academic development, personal/social, and career development. These standards help answer the question "How are students different as a result of the school counseling program? See  Wisconsin's Standards for School Counseling Programs.