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 25: Bloomsights with Adam Rockenbach
April 4th, 2022 | Season 1 | 17 mins 35 secs
adam rockenbach, bloomsights
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
kristin nielson, summit counseling solutions
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
construction, maggie o'brien, staker parson, vicky yang
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
barbara wirostko, charlie matthews, dyslexia, joseph james morelli legacy foundation, nicole blumin
Hill interviews Barbara Wirostko, Nicole Blumin, and Charlie Matthews from the Joseph James Morelli Legacy Foundation - Helping students with Dyslexia to succeed!
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Episode 18: Talking Trade Careers
February 14th, 2022 | Season 1 | 18 mins 43 secs
Nate talks to Dave Hill from UPHCA all about trade jobs and the amazing opportunities that lie within them.
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Episode 17: Legislative Updates 2-7-2022!
February 7th, 2022 | Season 1 | 12 mins 17 secs
School Counseling Utah Legislative updates for 2-7-2022!
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Episode 16: Starting Little, Ending Big #3
January 24th, 2022 | Season 1 | 29 mins 9 secs
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It's another epsiode of starting little, ending big! This week, our elementary school counsleors and Nate sit down and talk about College and Career Readiness and what that means at each level! You will for sure want to check this one out when it drops monday morning.
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Episode 15: January Legislative Updates
January 10th, 2022 | Season 1 | 4 mins 42 secs
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Legislative Updates! The Legislative Session is almost here - we will keep you updated on relevant school counseling legislative items as they come up for the 2022 Legislative Session.
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Episode 14: Talking elementary school counseling with Kate Staker
December 13th, 2021 | Season 1 | 22 mins 15 secs
USCA podcast hosts, Hill & Nate, interview [Cami Clark from the Odyssey House]. Recorded on [11/20/2020].
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Episode 13: December State School Board Meeting Sound Bites
December 6th, 2021 | Season 1 | 5 mins 59 secs
usbe, utah state school board meeting
Don't have 8 hours to spare to attend the State School Board Meeting? No problem! Get updates on the latest Utah State School Board meeting in this bite-sized episode.
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Episode 12: Starting Little Ending Big #2
November 29th, 2021 | Season 1 | 45 mins 48 secs
USCA podcast host, Hill talks with some elementary school counselors about anxiety
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Episode 11: USCA President Brian Barnum talking self care and tips
November 22nd, 2021 | Season 1 | 16 mins 14 secs
USCA podcast host Nate Webb interviews USCA President Brian Barnum and discuss self care, and tips for new counselors
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Episode 10: Grad Student Insights with Camille Odell (Utah State University)
November 15th, 2021 | Season 1 | 23 mins 33 secs
camille odell, utah state
Nate interviews Camille Odell from Utah State University as they discuss the graduate student program and process. (Recorded in 2020.)
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Episode 9: USBE State School Board Meeting - Sound Bites & Summaries #1
November 8th, 2021 | Season 1 | 7 mins 6 secs
Enjoy some Monday morning mobile PD this week as Hill gives you some quick updates from Thursday's (11/4) State School Board Meeting.
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