Sessions  

Mateus Jesus

Child Protection In South Korea

Débora Rodrigues

Erika's Lighthouse: Depression Education & Suicide Prevention

Erika’s Lighthouse is dedicated to depression awareness and stigma reduction. During this workshop, we’ll explore evidence-informed programs for grades 4-12, covering the continuum from social-emotional learning to suicide prevention. 

Kyuseok Kim
Understanding the History of Korean Education and Its Relevance to the Contemporary Landscape

This seminar is designed to deepen university admissions counselors' understanding of the changing terrain of higher education in South Korea and internationally. We will begin by exploring the developmental trajectory of higher education in Korea, examine the latest data on undergraduate admissions involving students from international schools, foreign students in Korea, and Korean students educated overseas, and look ahead to innovative trends in university engagement and collaboration. Key topics will include  The evolution of educational frameworks and their implications for current admissions practices.  An analysis of recent admissions data and trends for students from various educational trajectories.  Projections for new initiatives that could enhance university interactions with international schools.  Evaluating shifts in access to higher education for students educated domestically.

Hugh Kwon

Enhancing Cultural Competence in College Counseling for Korean Students  

This workshop is designed to equip school counselors with the cultural competence to support Korean students and families in the college counseling process. Participants will explore Korea’s strong emphasis on education and the intense focus on college admissions, understanding parental expectations, generational differences, and societal pressures. The session focuses on navigating students' expectations and addressing the mental health challenges linked to the rigorous application process, high expectations, and potential rejections. By the end, counselors will be better prepared to provide culturally sensitive and effective guidance to Korean students and their families.

Margaret Park

Personalized 1:1 DEIJB Coaching Sessions

Amanda Sheffield

Future-Ready Family

Parents are the past, present, and future of our students' lives. Preparing our students’ parents is as essential as preparing ourselves to be future-ready counselors. Research consistently shows that when parents actively engage in their child's education, students achieve higher academic performance, exhibit better behavior, and have more positive attitudes toward school. Recognizing the significant impact of parental involvement, we will discuss establishing a comprehensive parent education program to equip parents with the necessary knowledge and tools to support children's education. We will also address barriers to implementing these programs and strategies for continued evaluation and improvement of parent programs. We hope to give tools for involving parents to encourage and contribute to a collaborative educational environment that enhances student success.

Fernando Reggianini

Connecting the Puzzle: A Primer on Psychological Evaluations to Maximize Student Social-Emotional and Learning Outcomes

This workshop is designed for school counselors to effectively communicate to parents why psychological evaluations can be beneficial for their children. Explore how these evaluations provide insights into a child’s social-emotional and academic needs, and learn how to explain the benefits of such assessments in helping to develop personalized support plans. Equip yourself with strategies to clearly articulate the value of evaluations, ensuring parents understand how these insights can lead to improved outcomes and tailored interventions for their child’s success. Common stigmas associated with mental health and how to address them will also be addressed. 

Margaret Park

Personalized 1:1 DEIJB Coaching Sessions

Jaime LaDawn Roya

Boundaries to Bridges: Advocating for Protocols in College Counseling