How can I participate in the ICSCI?
This is an 8-month professional development institute for School Counselors to grow their capacity and effectiveness in working with Indigenous students. Members of the ICSCI cohort will build their capacity to support student wellbeing and success in culturally responsive ways. The program will culminate with each cohort member writing a guidance curriculum unit on a topic of their choosing, which they can use in their schools and which will be published online as a resource for others.
We are no longer accepting applications for this program at this time. Please check back periodically. You can also email us at nativeservingeducators@nau.edu if you would like to be added to our contact list.
Eligibility criteria
- 1) Employed full-time as a School Counselor in the Southwestern U.S.
- 2) Employed in a school serving over 25% Native students
- 3) Ability to attend ALL virtual and in person meetings ICSCI schedule 2023
- 4) Access to reliable internet and a computer with video conferencing capability
Expectations of accepted applicants
- Attend all virtual meetings and Saturday in person meetings
- Submit all writing assignments on time, including the final complete guidance curriculum that meets program specifications
- Maintain regular communication via email and/or phone with the program staff
- Have access to reliable internet and a computer for word processing and video conferencing
Benefits of program participation
- Certificate of completion with seat hours noted for professional development
- A stipend provided upon completion
- Self-authored guidance curriculum unit is published on INE website
- Connected to a diverse community of school counselors with a shared commitment to culturally responsive best practices with/in Indigenous communities
- Graduate course credit available, for a fee