Sun, Sea, Sand, and School Counseling: Empowering School Counselors through the ASCA National Model
1st Annual Conference of the U. S. Virgin Islands School Counselor Association
Friday, February 7th, 2025 | 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM | St. Croix, U. S. Virgin Islands School Counselor Association
Keynote Speaker
Mrs. Berlina Wallace-Berube
Advisory Board Member of USVISCA, Senior Advisor, Officer of the Director for the Center for Substance Abuse Treatment, Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)
Transforming Student Lives: The Power of the ASCA National Model
Ms. Wallace-Berube had a 13-year career in Education, with eight of those years dedicated to serving as a School Counselor. After receiving her Bachelor of Arts in English from the University of the Virgin Islands, she received a Master of Arts in Education and a Master of Arts in Psychology from the same university. Additionally, she holds a Graduate Certificate in Public Health from Walden University. She is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and a Nationally Certified Counselor (NCC).
Workshops
The morning workshop will take a deeper-dive into implementing the American School Counselor Association National Model.
The afternoon workshop will take a closer look at supporting students’ mental health and wellness through the arts.
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Presented by... (announcing soon)Hands-on activities and discussions on effectively implementing the ASCA National Model in various school settings.
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Presented By Dr. Tiana Wilson and Jina Mamtani-MahbubaniTechniques for supporting student mental health and creating a wellness-focused school environment.
Breakout Sessions
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Data-Driven School Counseling Programs SCUTA with Jina Mamtani-Mahbubani
11:15 AM - 12:15 PM
Details to come.
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Supporting Diverse Student Populations
11:15 AM - 12:15 PM
Details to come.
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College and Career Readiness with Dr. Latashia Edwards
11:15 AM - 12:15 PM
Details to come.
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Crisis Intervention and Response
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Details to come.
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Social Emotional Learning and School Counseling Integration with Jessamyn Souders
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Details to come.
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Family and Community Engagement
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Details to come.
Additional Information
On the conference and St. Croix, U. S. Virgin IslandsWill there be lunch?
The U. S. Virgin Islands School Counselor Association is providing a buffet style lunch of local cuisine and beverages at no additional cost to attendees.
How do I get to St. Croix?
Option 1: Fly into Henry E. Rohlsen Airport on St. Croix, U. S. Virgin Islands. This is the best option for attendees coming from the mainland United States or other Caribbean islands.
Option 2: If coming from St. Thomas, U. S. Virgin Islands or Puerto Rico, take the Seaborne seaplane from “downtown to downtown” for a 25 minute flight. Get more information on the seaplane here.
Option 3: If coming from St. Thomas, U. S. Virgin Islands, take the QE IV Ferry. Get more information on the ferry here.
Where should I stay?
More details on accommodation options to come.
Where can I rent a car?
What are some fun things to do on St. Croix?
More details to come.
What restaurants should I check out?
More details to come.
