RISING STAR AWARD

Formerly known as the New SCOY, the VTSCA Rising Star Award recognizes an individual who has entered the school counseling profession within the last five years. The award recipient is a model for new counselors demonstrating the highest standards of professional competence, outstanding contributions to the school community and/or profession, and has demonstrated strong rapport with students, parents/guardians, and school personnel.

RECOGNITION CRITERIA

• This counselor demonstrates strong rapport with students, parents/guardians, and school personnel. 

• This counselor takes initiative for advocacy, collaboration, and leadership efforts. 

• This counselor holds high moral and ethical standards in their personal & professional conduct. 

• This counselor supports the social/emotional development of their students. 

• This counselor supports the academic development of their students.

• This counselor supports the career development of their students.

• This counselor has made outstanding contributions to the school community and/or profession. 

• This counselor has practiced five or less years in the field of school counseling.

• This counselor holds at least a Master’s Degree. 

• This counselor is a member of the VTSCA.

• This counselor is working full time.