The Sounding Board

Where School Counselors Share Ideas

About the show

Welcome to 'The Sounding Board Podcast,' your essential platform for school counseling insights and strategies, proudly presented by the Utah School Counselors Association (USCA). Our podcast is your trusted resource for expert advice, best practices, and inspiring stories in the field of school counseling.

Join us as we explore critical topics in education, such as academic achievement, student mental health, college readiness, and career exploration. 'The Sounding Board Podcast' is your go-to source for actionable ideas and practical solutions.

Our mission is to empower school counselors and educators to create brighter educational pathways, enhance student well-being, and foster personal growth. Whether you're a seasoned counselor or passionate about education, our podcast equips you with the tools and knowledge to make a positive impact on the lives of students.

Tune in and be part of our commitment to elevate the importance of school counseling in education. Discover innovative strategies, connect with fellow educators, and stay updated on the latest trends in the school counseling field.

'The Sounding Board Podcast': Where School Counselors Share Ideas.

Episodes

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    Episode 35: SEASON 1 FINALE!! What have we learned?

    June 12th, 2022  |  Season 1  |  12 mins 25 secs

    USCA podcast hosts, Hill & Nate, wrap this season up! We will see you in the fall!

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    Episode 34: The Safe Guarding Company

    June 6th, 2022  |  Season 1  |  24 mins 10 secs

    This week, Nate talks to the Safe Guarding Company, and we learn about their amazing program

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    Episode 33: ASCA Director Jill Cook

    May 30th, 2022  |  Season 1  |  25 mins 3 secs

    On this weeks episode, Hillary speaks with ASCA Executive Director, Jill Cook! This one has so many golden nuggets! Go check it out!

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    Episode 32: BYU Independent Study

    May 23rd, 2022  |  Season 1  |  24 mins 2 secs

    Have you every heard of the BYU Independent Study? If you haven't you def want to listen to this! Hillary speaks with them all about their awesome opportunities and resources

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    Episode 31: Hunt Electric

    May 16th, 2022  |  Season 1  |  37 mins 49 secs

    This week, Hillary speaks with one of our great Trade partners, Hunt Electric, and why the industry is PERFECT for so many of our kids

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    National Student Clearing House

    May 9th, 2022  |  Season 1  |  9 mins 31 secs

    Today Nate talks to the National Student Clearinghouse and they discuss why it is such an ASSETT to counselors

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    Episode 29: Utah Career Center

    May 2nd, 2022  |  Season 1  |  16 mins 46 secs

    Today Nate talks to the Utah Career Center and all their amazing career opportunities

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    Episode 28: Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions

    April 25th, 2022  |  Season 1  |  22 mins 21 secs

    Today we speak with the great folks at RMU, we learn of their amazing school counseling programs!

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    Episode 27: Heidi Alder, school law, and what counselors need to know

    April 18th, 2022  |  Season 1  |  28 mins 54 secs

    This week, Speaks with Heidi Alder, and lawyer who is gonna educate all of us about some of the do's and don'ts in education and counseling

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    Episode 26: Provo College

    April 11th, 2022  |  Season 1  |  9 mins 28 secs

    Want to go into nursing? Want to go through it faster than a traditional university? Listen to this episode with Provo College!

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    Episode 25: Bloomsights with Adam Rockenbach

    April 4th, 2022  |  Season 1  |  17 mins 35 secs
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    On the podcast this week, Hill talks with Adam Rockenbach from Bloomsights - a cool tool to help gather your SEL data and more!

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    Episode 24: SchooLinks

    March 28th, 2022  |  Season 1  |  16 mins 58 secs

    Wouldn't it be cool if Counselors had all their things organized into one system like teachers have for Canvas? Well, that thing is SchooLinks. Today , Nate talks with them all about why it is such an incredible tool, and why all counselors need it

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    Episode 23: Summit Counseling Solutions

    March 21st, 2022  |  Season 1  |  29 mins 25 secs
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    On the podcast this week, Hill interviewed Kristin Nielson from Summit Counseling Services - a great wrap-around service provider. Plus, you can get some insight on what counseling support looks like outside of the school setting.

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    Episode 22: Safe Ut

    March 14th, 2022  |  Season 1  |  14 mins 56 secs

    This week, Nate talks to Ashley from Safe UT and talk all about their wonderful program and how it saves the lives of students all over

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    Episode 21: Staker Parson (USCA Conference Sponsor)

    March 7th, 2022  |  Season 1  |  14 mins 53 secs
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    On the podcast this week, Hill interviews Maggie O'Brien and Vicky Yang from Staker Parson. There's more to careers in construction than you thought!!

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    Episode 19: Joseph James Morelli Legacy Foundation

    February 21st, 2022  |  Season 1  |  37 mins 27 secs
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    Hill interviews Barbara Wirostko, Nicole Blumin, and Charlie Matthews from the Joseph James Morelli Legacy Foundation - Helping students with Dyslexia to succeed!