ASCA is excited to announce Future-Ready: an ASCA@Home Event. Future-Ready is an online event designed to help K–12 school counselors explore what it means to prepare both students and ourselves for what’s next.
Future-Ready will take place virtually Jan. 14–15, 2027, and will be available for on-demand viewing through Dec. 31, 2027. Join us in shaping this timely and important conversation. Submit your proposal today, and help equip school counselors with the knowledge and tools to thrive in the future.
Call for Proposals
Session proposals should focus on topics such as:
- emerging trends shaping students, schools and the world beyond the classroom
- the knowledge, skills and mindsets students need to thrive
- how school counseling programs and practices can evolve to meet changing needs, including helping students plan for life after high school, explore postsecondary options and connect their goals and interests to future opportunities.
We want to hear your practical strategies and innovative approaches that are helping you and your students navigate change, embrace opportunity and prepare for an increasingly complex future.
Submission Deadline: Nov. 22, 2026, 11:59pm EST
Format: 30-minute or one-hour interactive breakout sessions delivered virtually
Explore how artificial intelligence is shaping the future of school counseling. This online ASCA@Home event is designed to help K–12 school counselors explore the rapidly evolving role of artificial intelligence in education and student support. The two-day program will feature expert-led sessions, hands-on demonstrations and collaborative discussions on practical AI tools, ethical considerations and innovative strategies school counselors can use to better serve students in an evolving digital world. Don't miss the keynote address by Sal Khan, CEO of Khan Academy.
Schedule: Watch sessions on demand through Dec. 31, 2026. View the full program.
Learning Objectives:
- Discuss the Impact of AI – Explore how artificial intelligence is transforming education and the school counseling profession, including opportunities, challenges, and ethical considerations.
- Develop Practical Skills – Gain hands-on experience with AI-driven tools and strategies that support student success in academics, career development and social/emotional growth.
- Apply AI in School Counseling Practice – Learn to responsibly integrate AI into daily school counseling work to enhance efficiency, personalize student support and strengthen postsecondary readiness.
Attendees who view all the sessions can earn up to 3.2 CEUs/32 Contact Hours. Attendees can earn up to three graduate credits from Lindenwood University for an additional fee.
Attend sessions on demand through Dec. 31, 2026.
Registration
Access is $99 for ASCA members, $249 for nonmembers.
Can't register online? Download a registration form to mail in with your check or email to ASCA with your purchase order