Question 1

The No Child Left Behind Act of 2001, which is the reauthorization of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act, embodied five primary goals. School counselors aligned their work with NCLB's five primary goals by: ensuring all students graduate; contributing to instructional success; having the appropriate credentials for certification and/or licensure; and, ____________.

Accepted Answer

School counselors can contribute to NCLB's goal of providing a safe and respectable school climate by promoting positive behavior, addressing conflicts and bullying, and collaborating with other school-based professionals to create a positive and inclusive learning environment. While annual testing and retesting opportunities are important components of NCLB, they are not specific responsibilities of school counselors. Similarly, attending parent-teacher conferences is important for building partnerships with families, but it is not directly aligned with NCLB's five primary goals. Finally, advocating for tests in various languages is important for accommodating English Language Learners, but it is not a specific responsibility of school counselors.

Question 2

The American Counseling Association, concerned about the future of counseling in schools, put forth a series of recommendations in a report titled:

Accepted Answer

The title "School Counseling: A Profession at Risk" suggests that the report is specifically addressing concerns about the future of counseling in schools and the potential challenges the profession may face. The other answer choices do not have as strong of a focus on this specific topic.

Question 3

Effective school counselors use the power of __________ to maximize their efficiency.

Accepted Answer

technology

Question 4

Counselors who focus their attention on the delivery of a constellation of responsive and reactive activities are performing ___________________.

Accepted Answer

Counselors who focus on delivery of responsive and reactive activities are performing traditional guidance and counseling roles. These roles include offering academic, career, and personal/social counseling services to students, which are considered vital to the success of every student. However, they may not necessarily be performing mental health counseling functions, which require specialized training and certification. These services are provided in the complex environment of today's schools, which have specific educational objectives and goals.

Question 5

In collaboration with principals, teachers, other school professionals, and parents/caretakers, school counselors share

Accepted Answer

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Question 6

How can school counselors promote equal access to quality academic programs and provide opportunities for all students?

Accepted Answer

By calling attention to situations where students are struggling or facing barriers, school counselors can advocate for resources and support to ensure equal opportunities for all students to access quality academic programs. The other options may also be important in supporting students, but A is the best choice as it directly addresses the issue of equal access to academic programs.

Question 7

The school counseling profession was omitted from most of the educational reform agendas of the past. Since the late 1990s, the school counseling community has positioned itself as an influential partner in contemporary school improvement with the expressed purpose to eliminate the barriers to educational opportunity for every student. However, _______________________

Accepted Answer

While all of the answer choices may be true, the statement in the question is specifically addressing the efforts of the school counseling community in recent years. The fact that more needs to be done to highlight the effectiveness of school counseling programs suggests that there may be a lack of recognition or understanding among stakeholders about the impact that school counselors can have on students' educational opportunities. Therefore, choice C is the best answer.

Question 8

Which of the following is not a role focus of a transformed school counselor?

Accepted Answer

School counselors focus on academic achievement, proactive prevention and intervention, whole school concerns, and preparing students for college and careers, but they are not primarily mental health providers for individual and group counseling. Their role is more about guidance and support within the educational context.

Question 9

America 2000 (1994)legislated the development of world-class academic __________ described what students should know and be able to do across the curriculum areas.

Accepted Answer

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Question 10

The American School Counselor Association continued to define the role of the school counselor and advocated for school counselors to become _______________ and assume a leadership role in education reform.

Accepted Answer

The American School Counselor Association advocated for school counselors to become "agents of change" and assume a leadership role in education reform, meaning they should actively seek to bring about positive changes in the education system. This requires them to be more involved and visible in the school community, as well as active in their professional organizations. However, becoming members of the local school board would be outside the scope of their traditional role as counselors. Being less involved with day-to-day activities could also hinder their ability to effect meaningful change.

Question 11

Educational reform initiatives are not new in America. ___________________ (1983)began over 30 years ago to draw public attention to the mediocrity threatening American education.

Accepted Answer

"A Nation at Risk: The Imperative for Educational Reform" was a report commissioned by President Ronald Reagan in 1983 to address concerns about the quality of American education. It marked a significant moment in the history of education reform in the United States. The other options listed are also education reform initiatives, but they were launched at different times and for different reasons.

Question 12

Essential to the goals of improving schools and the teaching and learning process is ______________________________________________________.

Accepted Answer

The school counselor plays a crucial role in promoting student growth and development, as well as academic, career, and personal-social development. They can help students and teachers in addressing various issues such as choosing the right career, understanding technology's impact, mental health counseling, and addressing incidents of bullying and sexual harassment.

Question 13

Who is often cited as the "father of guidance"?

Accepted Answer

Frank Parsons is often cited as the "father of guidance" due to his pioneering work in career counseling and development during the early 1900s. He founded the Vocational Bureau of Boston, which later became the Career Services Office at Boston University, and created the concept of "vocational guidance," which focused on helping individuals make informed decisions about their career paths based on their skills, interests, and values.

Question 14

The comprehensive school counseling program based on the ASCA National Model ______________________________________________.

Accepted Answer

The ASCA National Model empowers school counselors to play a central role in the restructuring process of their school systems, emphasizing their importance in promoting student success and development.

Question 15

What is the purpose of the counseling program in a school setting?

Accepted Answer

The purpose of the counseling program in a school setting is to impart specific skills and facilitate learning opportunities for students in a proactive and preventive manner.

Question 16

When school counselors embrace the ethical and moral obligation to reduce and eliminate the institutional and/or social barriers that may stand in the way of ______________________________ .

Accepted Answer

The obligation to reduce and eliminate institutional and/or social barriers is most directly related to student academic, career, and personal-social development. While the other options may also benefit from reducing barriers, they are not framed in ethical or moral terms.

Question 17

School counselors are __________ who can profoundly influence students' academic achievement, aspirations, decisions, and future plans

Accepted Answer

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Question 18

Gilbert Wrenn's (1962)book ________________________ may have influenced school guidance and counseling more than any other publication.

Accepted Answer

"The Counselor in a Changing World" by Gilbert Wrenn is recognized for its significant influence on the field of school guidance and counseling, reflecting on the evolving role of counselors.

Question 19

When school counselors act as __________ of school and community change, underserved and underrepresented students now have a chance of acquiring the educational skills necessary to fully participate in the 21^st-century economy.

Accepted Answer

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Question 20

When school counselors place their efforts on motivating students to realize their dreams and complete high school, they are seen as powerful partners and collaborators in ___________________.

Accepted Answer

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Quiz 1: Working in Todays Schools

The American Counseling Association, concerned about the future of counseling in schools, put forth a series of recommendations in a report titled:

Effective school counselors use the power of __________ to maximize their efficiency.

Counselors who focus their attention on the delivery of a constellation of responsive and reactive activities are performing ___________________.

In collaboration with principals, teachers, other school professionals, and parents/caretakers, school counselors share

How can school counselors promote equal access to quality academic programs and provide opportunities for all students?

Which of the following is not a role focus of a transformed school counselor?

America 2000 (1994)legislated the development of world-class academic __________ described what students should know and be able to do across the curriculum areas.

The American School Counselor Association continued to define the role of the school counselor and advocated for school counselors to become _______________ and assume a leadership role in education reform.

Educational reform initiatives are not new in America. ___________________ (1983) began over 30 years ago to draw public attention to the mediocrity threatening American education.

Essential to the goals of improving schools and the teaching and learning process is ______________________________________________________.

Who is often cited as the "father of guidance"?

The comprehensive school counseling program based on the ASCA National Model ______________________________________________.

What is the purpose of the counseling program in a school setting?

When school counselors embrace the ethical and moral obligation to reduce and eliminate the institutional and/or social barriers that may stand in the way of ______________________________ .

School counselors are __________ who can profoundly influence students' academic achievement, aspirations, decisions, and future plans

Gilbert Wrenn's (1962) book ________________________ may have influenced school guidance and counseling more than any other publication.

When school counselors act as __________ of school and community change, underserved and underrepresented students now have a chance of acquiring the educational skills necessary to fully participate in the 21^st-century economy.

When school counselors place their efforts on motivating students to realize their dreams and complete high school, they are seen as powerful partners and collaborators in ___________________.

Quiz 1: Working in Todays Schools

The American Counseling Association, concerned about the future of counseling in schools, put forth a series of recommendations in a report titled:

Effective school counselors use the power of __________ to maximize their efficiency.

Counselors who focus their attention on the delivery of a constellation of responsive and reactive activities are performing ___________________.

In collaboration with principals, teachers, other school professionals, and parents/caretakers, school counselors share

How can school counselors promote equal access to quality academic programs and provide opportunities for all students?

Which of the following is not a role focus of a transformed school counselor?

America 2000 (1994)legislated the development of world-class academic __________ described what students should know and be able to do across the curriculum areas.

The American School Counselor Association continued to define the role of the school counselor and advocated for school counselors to become _______________ and assume a leadership role in education reform.

Educational reform initiatives are not new in America. ___________________ (1983) began over 30 years ago to draw public attention to the mediocrity threatening American education.

Essential to the goals of improving schools and the teaching and learning process is ______________________________________________________.

Who is often cited as the "father of guidance"?

The comprehensive school counseling program based on the ASCA National Model ______________________________________________.

What is the purpose of the counseling program in a school setting?

When school counselors embrace the ethical and moral obligation to reduce and eliminate the institutional and/or social barriers that may stand in the way of ______________________________ .

School counselors are __________ who can profoundly influence students' academic achievement, aspirations, decisions, and future plans

Gilbert Wrenn's (1962) book ________________________ may have influenced school guidance and counseling more than any other publication.

When school counselors act as __________ of school and community change, underserved and underrepresented students now have a chance of acquiring the educational skills necessary to fully participate in the 21st-century economy.

When school counselors place their efforts on motivating students to realize their dreams and complete high school, they are seen as powerful partners and collaborators in ___________________.

When school counselors act as __________ of school and community change, underserved and underrepresented students now have a chance of acquiring the educational skills necessary to fully participate in the 21^st-century economy.