Honesty

Honesty throughout our life paths, decisions and actions make the path of service one with more at stake. Our students are depending on us to be that trusting, accepting support system. Building relationships with students and families with honest actions displays our intent to serve. Counselors are tasked with being the connection that can drive success in schools. In order to accomplish this task and be impactful, counselors need to demonstrate honesty in their words and actions. The following assignments highlight the professional disposition of honesty. 

ASCA Standard:
B.3.g. Monitor personal behaviors and recognize the high standard of care a professional in this critical position of trust must maintain on and off the job. School counselors are cognizant of and refrain from activity that may diminish their effectiveness within the school community.

CACREP Standard:
G. 2. 6. Competencies to advocate for school counseling roles