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

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