From Plains To Peaks, Counselors Speak

Maddy Francis is the 2023 Colorado School Counselor of the Year. A Colorado native, Maddy shares her unexpected journey into school counseling, transitioning from a dietetics background to elementary education after discovering her passion while coaching high school soccer.

Anna Gisetti and Vicki Helfer discuss the importance of school counseling and the challenges faced by school counselors. They highlight the significance of National School Counseling Week, which focuses on the profession rather than individual counselors. Vicki Helfer, the 2023 High School Counselo…

Anna Gisetti and Chris Lindsey discuss the significance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day and the importance of reflecting on one's legacy. Chris shares his journey from PR to school counseling, emphasizing the impact of administrative support and professional development. He highlights his role in rem…

In this episode, Anna interviews Michelle Zinser, a high school counselor and co-chair of the CSCA Ethics Committee.

Guinevere Husic, a school counselor, discusses the challenges and rewards of her role, particularly at the end of a school semester. She highlights the importance of rest and personal activities like video games and reading f...

Katie Brown, a school counselor from Pueblo, Colorado, discusses her journey into education, her role as a school counselor, and her involvement with the Colorado School Counselor Association (CSCA).