ISCA Spotlight School
Overview
The International School Counseling Association (ISCA) is excited to introduce the ISCA Spotlight School initiative—a unique opportunity for a forward-thinking school to take the lead in shaping and showcasing a groundbreaking approach to social-emotional learning (SEL).
The big picture: As an ISCA Spotlight School, your school will be positioned as a global model for aligning comprehensive counseling practices with impactful, school-wide SEL strategies.
Why it matters: This partnership is more than a program; it’s a commitment to innovation, belonging, and social and emotional learning.
Transform Your School with a Tailored Two-Year Partnership
Our two-year partnership offers a customized, integrated, and sustainable solution designed specifically for your school’s needs. Combining the expertise of Cheryl Brown and Brooke Fezler, co-directors of ISCA, and Kristine Mizzone, a leader in SEL, curriculum, and school leadership, this collaboration provides a seamless, one-stop approach unlike any other.
ISCA Executives, Cheryl Brown or Brooke Fezler, will work closely with your counseling team to strengthen or establish a comprehensive program based on the ISCA International Model for School Counseling .
- Align counseling services with SEL goals.
- Ensure seamless integration with school-wide practices.
Kristine Mizzone, ISCA Learning and Development Coordinator, will support senior leaders, teachers, and mid-level leaders to embed SEL and the ISCA Student Standards deeply within your school’s culture.
- Integrate SEL within and beyond the curriculum.
- Enhance advisory programs and key structures to drive systemic change.
What’s next: We’ll work alongside your school leaders to build the capacity needed to sustain these initiatives long-term.
- Equip leaders to confidently drive SEL efforts.
- Foster clarity and alignment for lasting success.
This partnership is your pathway to a cohesive and sustainable transformation. Ready to learn more? Let’s start the conversation!
What It Means to Be an ISCA Spotlight School
An ISCA Spotlight School embodies the highest standards in holistic student development by embracing a community-wide approach to SEL. This means:
- Collaborative Leadership: School leaders, counselors, and teachers work together to embed SEL practices into every layer of the school’s culture and curriculum.
- Exemplary Practices: As a Spotlight School, your work will be a reference point for schools worldwide seeking to carry out meaningful SEL strategies.
- Thought Leadership: Your school will lead the global conversation around SEL, demonstrating how an aligned, sustainable approach can transform the educational experience.
Benefits to Your School
- Access to high-quality, tailored, and ongoing professional learning that impacts everyone in the school community
- Recognition as a leader in SEL, setting a benchmark for innovation and community engagement.
- Long-term capacity-building for sustainable impact.
- The ability to showcase your success as a model for others.
Next Steps
We invite your school to join us as an ISCA Spotlight School and take the lead in redefining what it means to prioritize social-emotional learning in a global education context. Together, we can create a model of excellence that inspires others worldwide.
Express your interest here: Become an ISCA Spotlight School
Once you submit the form, we will provide you with more details, including information on investment costs.