Resources

Guidance Review Card

Guidance counselors are required to complete Guidance Review Cards for students in grades 7-12. According to Section 100.2 of the Regulations of the Commissioner of Education, "In grades 7-12, the guidance program shall include the following activities or services: (a) an annual review of each student's educational progress and career plans, with such reviews to be conducted with each student individually or with small groups by personnel certified or licensed as school counselors."

DOE Guidance Portal

The DOE's new Guidance Portal provides information, resources, and professional learning opportunities for guidance counselors, college counselors, social workers, and other pupil personnel staff across all aspects of guidance services. It can help you plan for important dates, meet deadlines, prioritize responsibilities, and support students in their academic planning and personal-social development.

FAQ on Mandated Counseling

Answers to frequently asked questions on mandated counseling.

Mandated Counseling Procedures

View this DOE slideshow on the procedures involved in mandated counseling.

IVR Instructions

First attendance reporting system for related and support services, special education teacher support services (SETSS) and ESL.

Developing and Managing Your Elementary and Middle School Guidance and Counseling Programs

View this slideshow from the DOE Office of School and Youth Development.

Guide for High School Counselors

Presented at the New Counselor Workshop, Wednesday, Oct. 28, 2009.

Best Practices Monthly Checklist for High School Pupil Personnel Services

September/October checklist for high school assistant principals for pupil personnel services.