* Every student should have access to a comprehensive school counseling program. 

* Effective school counseling is a collaborative process involving counselor, students, teachers, admins and other school staff and stakeholders. 

* Comprehensive programs promote and enhance student academic, career and social/emotional outcomes. 

* Every student should have access to and opportunity for high quality education. 

* All students should be treated with respect no matter their race, ethnicity, culture, gender, and religion. 

* Each and every student has worth and dignity.  The school counselor advocates for all students because they matter.