Promoting excellence in professional school counseling

Welcome to the Alaska School Counselor Association

The Alaska School Counselor Association (AkSCA) is the state professional association for practicing school counselors, graduate students in school counseling, school counselor educators, and other professionals serving students. Your membership in AkSCA supports advocacy for the school counseling profession across the state and contributes professional growth through professional development, networking, and consultation. By working together with families, community members and co-workers, we dedicate ourselves toward the well-being and success of our state's most valuable resource, Alaska's children.

Conference Registration Call for Presenters Vendor Registration

Keynote Speakers

(click photos to watch Ashley's and Matthew's video greetings)

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Ashley Wright

Review, Reflect & Reform

Ashley Wright, school counselor, Annette Gordon-Reed Elementary School, Conroe, Texas, was named a finalist for the 2022 School Counselor of the Year awards program. Ashley is a firm believer in collaboration while working with administration, parents and community members. Ashley has also conducted a parent education virtual talk show.

Matthew Berry

Every Student, Every Day

Matthew Berry was a 2022 finalist for National School Counselor of the Year. He is often found speaking on building equitable systems of support and on fully implementing school counseling programs. Matthew Berry expresses his passion while advocating for the academic, social and emotional needs for all students.

Legal & Ethics Course with Dr. Carolyn Stone

November 12th from 10:00am-2:00pm, Alaska Time

Dr. Carolyn Stone has been president of the American School Counselor Association and served as ASCA Ethics Chair for more than 20 years. Dr. Stone is also a Professor and Counselor Educator at the University of North Florida, Jacksonville, Florida.

Course Provided at "No Cost" to AkSCA Members/$35 for Non-Members