Podcast
The Sounding Board
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
- 152
- Releases
- Every two weeks
- Typical length
- 22 min
- On air since
- 2021
- Latest episode
- 1 week ago
Episodes
152 episodes, newest first
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22 min
S6 E6: Helping to prevent child abuse through.....policy?
Show notes
On todays episode, we talk with The Policy Project about how they are providing funding for utah schools to help train their kids, parents, and teachers to prevent child abuse in their communities. Check out https://www.thepolicyproject.org/preventabuse for more info
http://www.utschoolcounselor.org/
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USCA members also receive a bi-monthly newsletter to stay up to date on current Utah school counseling news, events, and issues.
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26 min
S6 E5: Opening a new school AND Counselor of the Year
Show notes
Today we sit down with David Parker, 2026 Counselor of the year, and talk about how it is opening a new school, what RAMP is and why we should all strive to be RAMP certified, and much much more!
http://www.utschoolcounselor.org/
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USCA members also receive a bi-monthly newsletter to stay up to date on current Utah school counseling news, events, and issues.
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26 min
S6 E4: Let's talk about the Utah Model
Show notes
Today, Bethany Marker from USBE joins us on the show to talk about our amazing state school counsleing model, and how we can make changes in our communities, and within the state.
http://www.utschoolcounselor.org/
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USCA members also receive a bi-monthly newsletter to stay up to date on current Utah school counseling news, events, and issues.
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19 min
S6 E3: How to Advocate with Briggs Strigham
Season 6
Show notes
Today on the show we talk to USCA Board Member Briggs Stringham about how we can advocate FOR School counselors and geek out about what we do at USCA when it comes to legislative changes and how we can make a difference to the people making decisions about our profession.
http://www.utschoolcounselor.org/
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USCA members also receive a bi-monthly newsletter to stay up to date on current Utah school counseling news, events, and issues.
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13 min
S6 E2: Let's talk about CTE Pathways
Show notes
Today we talk all about CTE pathways and why they are so amazing for our students and for us!
http://www.utschoolcounselor.org/
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USCA members also receive a bi-monthly newsletter to stay up to date on current Utah school counseling news, events, and issues.
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17 min
S6 E1: 3 Anchors To Start The Year Strong
Season 6, Episode 37
Show notes
We are back baby! On todays epsiode, we talk about some things we can do to anchor ourselves and set the tone for an amazing school year.
http://www.utschoolcounselor.org/
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USCA members also receive a bi-monthly newsletter to stay up to date on current Utah school counseling news, events, and issues.
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12 min
S5 E20: And with that, the 25-26 school year comes to an end
Season 5
Show notes
Today Nate goes over the end of the school year and what we need to do before signing off. Thanks for an incredible school year!
http://www.utschoolcounselor.org/
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USCA members also receive a bi-monthly newsletter to stay up to date on current Utah school counseling news, events, and issues.
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34 min
S5 E19: Classroom management tips
Season 5, Episode 36
Show notes
For our last segment with Elise and Jeanna, we talk about some classroom management tips and tricks to finish off the year.
http://www.utschoolcounselor.org/
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USCA members also receive a bi-monthly newsletter to stay up to date on current Utah school counseling news, events, and issues.
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7 min
S5 E18: One Month Left! WE are tired. Finishing Strong
Season 5
Show notes
Today Nate takes a quick second to talk about prepping ourselves and our kids to finish the year strong
http://www.utschoolcounselor.org/
Facebook
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USCA members also receive a bi-monthly newsletter to stay up to date on current Utah school counseling news, events, and issues.
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22 min
S5 E17: Personality and Learning Environment
Season 5
Show notes
Today Nate, Elise, and Jeanna talk about how our personalities and our classroom environment effect our students.
http://www.utschoolcounselor.org/
Facebook
Instagram]Send us your questions and ideas at thesoundingboard@utschoolcounselor.org and if you like our podcast please rate and review our show - it helps other counselors to find us!
USCA members also receive a bi-monthly newsletter to stay up to date on current Utah school counseling news, events, and issues.
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29 min
S5 E16: NOT using rewards in the classroom
Season 5
Show notes
Today on the show, we talk about classroom management and how we might have been using rewards all wrong
http://www.utschoolcounselor.org/
Facebook
Instagram]Send us your questions and ideas at thesoundingboard@utschoolcounselor.org and if you like our podcast please rate and review our show - it helps other counselors to find us!
USCA members also receive a bi-monthly newsletter to stay up to date on current Utah school counseling news, events, and issues.
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9 min
S5 E15: what even is SEL and what does it look like
Show notes
Social Emotional Learning has become quite the hot topic in Utah, especially after our latest legislative session. So let's talk about it!
http://www.utschoolcounselor.org/
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USCA members also receive a bi-monthly newsletter to stay up to date on current Utah school counseling news, events, and issues.
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30 min
S5 E14: Helping Kids And Being Consistent
Season 5
Show notes
Today on the show, the team talks about how we can help kids and be consistent in order to help them thrive.
http://www.utschoolcounselor.org/
Facebook
Instagram]Send us your questions and ideas at thesoundingboard@utschoolcounselor.org and if you like our podcast please rate and review our show - it helps other counselors to find us!
USCA members also receive a bi-monthly newsletter to stay up to date on current Utah school counseling news, events, and issues.
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10 min
S5 E13: Let's talk about HB399
Season 5
Show notes
Today we talk about house bill 399 and why USCA opposes it.
http://www.utschoolcounselor.org/
Facebook
Instagram]Send us your questions and ideas at thesoundingboard@utschoolcounselor.org and if you like our podcast please rate and review our show - it helps other counselors to find us!
USCA members also receive a bi-monthly newsletter to stay up to date on current Utah school counseling news, events, and issues.
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24 min
S5 E12: Counselors are teachers too
Season 5
Show notes
Today on the show Nate, Elise, and Jeanna talk about how as counselors, especially elementary counselors, we are teachers as well. We talk a lot about how we can use empathy to help our hard kids move in the right direction. This is a good one, especially if you aren't quite sure what direction to go with some of your tough kids.
http://www.utschoolcounselor.org/
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USCA members also receive a bi-monthly newsletter to stay up to date on current Utah school counseling news, events, and issues.
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27 min
S5 E11: Building connections with students
Season 5
Show notes
Happy New Year! Today we continue our mini series on classroom management with Elise Hansen and Jeana James. Today we talk about how we as counselors can be consistent and dignified mentors for our kids in their crazy world.
http://www.utschoolcounselor.org/
Facebook
Instagram]Send us your questions and ideas at thesoundingboard@utschoolcounselor.org and if you like our podcast please rate and review our show - it helps other counselors to find us!
USCA members also receive a bi-monthly newsletter to stay up to date on current Utah school counseling news, events, and issues.
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14 min
S5 E10: Changing The Climate At Your School
Season 5
Show notes
Today we start a mini series with our favorite elementary counselors Elise Hansen and Jeana James. This series will talk about school climate and classroom management within our elementary schools. This series is great for counselors AND our administrators.
http://www.utschoolcounselor.org/
Facebook
Instagram]Send us your questions and ideas at thesoundingboard@utschoolcounselor.org and if you like our podcast please rate and review our show - it helps other counselors to find us!
USCA members also receive a bi-monthly newsletter to stay up to date on current Utah school counseling news, events, and issues.
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18 min
S5 E9: Getting your students CONNECTED
Season 5
Show notes
Today on the show, we talk with the One Service Utah Fellowship about how they connect students with service and career opportunities within their communities!
Check them out at https://www.oneutahservice.org/http://www.utschoolcounselor.org/
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Instagram]Send us your questions and ideas at thesoundingboard@utschoolcounselor.org and if you like our podcast please rate and review our show - it helps other counselors to find us!
USCA members also receive a bi-monthly newsletter to stay up to date on current Utah school counseling news, events, and issues.
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24 min
S5 E8: Let's talk about trades with UPHCA
Season 5
Show notes
Today Nate talks about the world of trades with Alan from the Utah Plumber, Heating, and Contractors Association. This such a good conversation about how skill trades are a huge opportunity for graduating seniors. No need to waste money at a university when you can EARN while you learn. If you have students who may be interested in the trades, see their website below
http://www.utschoolcounselor.org/
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USCA members also receive a bi-monthly newsletter to stay up to date on current Utah school counseling news, events, and issues.
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21 min
S5E7: Talking with USCA Pres Patty
Season 5
Show notes
Today Nate sits down with current USCA President Patty Nielson to talk about how middle school counseling is a hidden gem we should talk more about and about our upcoming conference you should all go register for on our website listed below!
http://www.utschoolcounselor.org/
Facebook
Instagram]Send us your questions and ideas at thesoundingboard@utschoolcounselor.org and if you like our podcast please rate and review our show - it helps other counselors to find us!
USCA members also receive a bi-monthly newsletter to stay up to date on current Utah school counseling news, events, and issues.
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