Did you know?
Indiana’s Comprehensive School Counseling Initiative — Carrying the Torch to Student Success — has reciprocity with the American School Counselor Association’s Recognized ASCA Model Program (RAMP)! Learn more
ARE YOU INTERESTED IN:
- Having a school counseling program that’s data-driven?
- Increasing satisfaction with your school counseling job?
- Increasing student proficiency rates in ELA & Math?
- Spending more time with students and less time on non-counseling duties?
If you answered YES to any of these questions:
The Enrollment Period for Indiana’s Carrying the Torch to Student Success is open from September 1, 2025 through November 1, 2025.
Through this program, you will be provided with:
- Implementation Resources/Guides
- An online Learning Platform for easy step-by-step guidance
- High quality, free professional development (optional) through the Comprehensive School Counseling/Carrying the Torch Institute 2025-2026
For more information, read on! You can also contact Rebekah Frazer at rfrazer@doe.in.gov or (317) 233-5440.
Jan Desmarais-Morse
Executive Director,
Indiana School Counselor Association
Carrying the Torch guides school counselors in developing comprehensive school counseling programs, equipping them to meet the academic, career, and mental health needs of Indiana students using evidence- and research-based approaches to success.
2025-26 Registration
IMPORTANT! 2025-26 participants will:
- Be prepared to attend the CTSS Kick Off Session at the INSCA Conference in November (conference registration)
- Participate in monthly virtual trainings and submit some work for review (those who complete Year 1 will earn a Bronze Star).
In May 2026, those who remain engaged and on-track will confirm their continued participation and choose a level (Silver or Gold)
During the 2026-27 school year, those who continue on will complete the remainder of the work for review. Those who successfully complete by June 1, 2027 will be awarded a Silver or a Gold Star at the INSCA Conference in November, 2027.
Gold Star awardees will qualify for the ASCA RAMP Award (awarded in July, 2028) and will receive instruction on how to apply for this honor.
Are you interested in enrolling in Carrying the Torch to Student Success? Do you have questions? Complete the Interest Form and we’ll get back to you!