The VTSCA Podcast

Jp & Ian
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Join us on our journey to empower professional school counselors with the knowledge, skills, and resources as they promote student success and well-being. The VTSCA podcast is here to support school counselors, elevate voices through storytelling and interviews, and educate listeners along the way. Subscribe and follow for new episodes each month!

Episodes

  1. 2d ago

    Bridging the Gap: The Role of the School Counselor and Advocating for the Profession

    Episode Summary: School Counselors are uniquely positioned within school communities to make positive impacts on students, families, and staff. Join us for a discussion with Patti Tomashot and Lisa LaPlante to learn about the role of the school counselor, how it’s evolved over the years, and why it’s important to advocate for the school counseling profession. Show Notes: Contact The VTSCA Podcast Hosts:Justin Pinard (Jp): jpinard@vermontschoolcounselor.org Ian Trombulak: itrombulak@vermontschoolcounselor.org Guest Contact Info: Lisa LaPlante: llaplante@vermontschoolcounselor.org Patti Tomashot: ptomashot@vermontschoolcounselor.org Visit VTSCA’s website to become a member or for more resources! Follow VTSCA on Social Media! Instagram: VTSchoolCounseling Association (@vtsca) Facebook: Vermont School Counselor Association LinkedIn: Vermont School Counselor Association | LinkedInResources:CASELVTSCA Comprehensive Model Vermont School Counselor Association - Crosswalk of ASCA Mindsets & Behaviors and CASEL Timestamps: Intro: 0:00 - 2:06Welcome/Overview/Jp’s Silly Question: 2:14 - 6:26School Counselor vs. Guidance Counselor: 6:26 - 11:37What is a School Counselor: 11:37 - 18:52Why are School Counselors Valuable to Schools: 18:52 - 21:09Three Domains of the School Counseling Role: 21:09 - 29:10Direct vs. Indirect Services: 29:10 - 32:50Appropriate vs. Inappropriate Duties: 32:50 - 45:30Caseload Size and Allocation of Time: 45:30 - 58:12The VTSCA Framework: 58:12 - 1:04:06ASCA Mindsets & Behaviors Crosswalk: 1:04:06 - 1:07:22Final Remarks about the Role of School Counselors: 1:07:22 - 1:13:39Reflections with the Co-Hosts: 1:13:39 - 1:21:56Outro: 1:22:01 - 1:23:16Bloopers: 1:23:16 - 1:24:50

    Bridging the Gap: The Role of the School Counselor and Advocating for the Profession

  2. Oct 6

    What is the VTSCA Up To This Year? Get Involved!

    Episode Summary: Join us for a conversation with Lisa LaPlante, the VTSCA Board Chair, and Patti Tomashot, Executive Director of the VTSCA, as we discuss the benefits of becoming a member, how to get involved with the VTSCA, and what the VTSCA is up to this school year! Show Notes: Contact The VTSCA Podcast Hosts:Justin Pinard (Jp): jpinard@vermontschoolcounselor.org Ian Trombulak: itrombulak@vermontschoolcounselor.org Guest Contact Info: Lisa LaPlante: llaplante@vermontschoolcounselor.org Patti Tomashot: ptomashot@vermontschoolcounselor.org Visit VTSCA’s website to become a member or for more resources! Follow VTSCA on Social Media! Instagram: VTSchoolCounseling Association (@vtsca) Facebook: Vermont School Counselor Association LinkedIn: Vermont School Counselor Association | LinkedIn

    What is the VTSCA Up To This Year? Get Involved!

  3. Sep 19

    Strength in Every Stride: Part 1 (Bonus Episode)

    Summary: Curious about the upcoming VTSCA conference? Join us in this bonus episode for a discussion with the VTSCA’s Conference Planner to learn more about what to expect at this year’s conference along with some cool behind the scenes details about how our conferences come together! Podcast Purpose: Join us on our journey to empower professional school counselors with the knowledge, skills, and resources as they promote student success and well-being. The VTSCA podcast is here to support school counselors, elevate voices through storytelling and interviews, and educate listeners along the way. Subscribe and follow for new episodes each month! Thank you for listening and for your support! Show Notes: Contact The VTSCA Podcast Hosts:Justin Pinard (Jp): jpinard@vermontschoolcounselor.org Ian Trombulak: itrombulak@vermontschoolcounselor.org Contact our Guest: Laura George:greenmountainevents802@gmail.com Register for the VTSCA conference here! Visit VTSCA’s website to become a member or for more resources! Follow VTSCA on Social Media! Instagram: VTSchoolCounseling Association (@vtsca) Facebook: Vermont School Counselor Association LinkedIn: Vermont School Counselor Association | LinkedIn

    Strength in Every Stride: Part 1 (Bonus Episode)

  4. Sep 19

    Introducing the VTSCA Podcast

    Summary: That’s right - the VTSCA is starting a podcast! Check out this teaser of what to expect from the podcast, its purpose, and how it came about. You’ll also be introduced to both co-hosts who will be guiding the conversations along the way. Join us on our journey to empower professional school counselors with the knowledge, skills, and resources as they promote student success and well-being. The VTSCA podcast is here to support school counselors, elevate voices through storytelling and interviews, and educate listeners along the way. Subscribe and follow for new episodes each month! Thank you for listening! Show Notes: Contact The VTSCA Podcast Hosts:Justin Pinard (Jp): jpinard@vermontschoolcounselor.org Ian Trombulak: itrombulak@vermontschoolcounselor.org Register for the annual VTSCA conference here! Visit VTSCA’s website to become a member or for more resources! Follow VTSCA on Social Media! Instagram: VTSchoolCounseling Association (@vtsca) Facebook: Vermont School Counselor Association LinkedIn: Vermont School Counselor Association | LinkedIn

    Introducing the VTSCA Podcast
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Join us on our journey to empower professional school counselors with the knowledge, skills, and resources as they promote student success and well-being. The VTSCA podcast is here to support school counselors, elevate voices through storytelling and interviews, and educate listeners along the way. Subscribe and follow for new episodes each month!

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  • Creator
    Jp & Ian
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    4
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Justin Pinard
  • Show Website
    The VTSCA Podcast