School Counselor Kickstart Day 1: School Counselors and Open House

In this episode, we’re talking about Open House—but not the old-school version where you hand out a few school counseling brochures and hope for the best. We’re reimagining this traditional event as a powerful opportunity to advocate for your role, build relationships, and set the tone for the year ahead.You’ll hear fresh, creative ideas for how to make your presence known and your purpose clear, including ways to visually showcase your work, connect meaningfully with families, and explain the “why” behind what school counselors do.PLUS—we’re sharing a link to a free, customizable magazine template you can use to introduce your program in a dynamic, modern way.Whether you’re a new counselor or a seasoned pro, this episode will spark ideas that go way beyond the trifold flyer. It’s time to make this Open House your most impactful one yet!