Let's tackle a topic that's been surprisingly absent from the podcast so far: needs assessments! You're gearing up for a new school year and are ready to make a big difference in your students' lives. That's where needs assessments come in. They're like the compass that guides us in the right direction from the very beginning of the school year. Think of this as our chance to hear straight from the students themselves - what they need, what challenges they face, and how we can best support them. While I can't hand you a one-size-fits-all needs assessment, I can share strategic ideas of what to include so that the results can help to inform the direction of your program and make it much easier to plan out your year. We’re doing a deeper dive into needs assessments inside of my high school counseling membership, The Clique Collaborative. If you’re interested in hearing more about this and other topics, be sure to get your name on the waitlist here! Resources: Get on the waitlist for The Clique Collaborative Visit my High School Counselor Amazon Storefront Research Article: "Initial Validation of the ASCA-Informed Student Needs Assessment - High School Version" by Rawn A. Boulden  Podcast: Episode 42, How to Use Data in Your High School Counseling Program Without Overthinking It Podcast: Episode 82, Set Your Year Up for Success With a Summer Team Planning Day Leave your review for School Counseling Conversations on Apple Podcasts Connect with Lauren: Sign up for the free, 3-day prep for High School Counseling Job Interviews Visit my TpT store Send me a DM on Instagram: @counselorclique Follow me on Facebook Send me an email Get on the waitlist for the Clique Collaborative Full show notes on website: https://counselorclique.com/episode83