TIPS FOR FIRST TIMERS… What we wish we knew!
WHAT’S IACAC? Non-profit organization of counseling professionals dedicated to serving students as they explore options and make choices about pursuing postsecondary education. The origin of the Illinois ACAC is found in the national organization (NACAC) which was founded as ACAC on March 23, 1937, in Oak Park, Illinois Constitution adopted to formalize Illinois ACAC.
TELL ME MORE! Membership by Region 1615 members 874 Postsecondary members 524 Secondary members 217 Related educational services members 606 NACAC voting members
WHAT DO WE DO? Annual IACAC Conference Articulation Conference Articulation Unplugged Bus O’ Fun Camp College Committees District Seminars Executive Board Meetings Illinois Regional College Fairs Mentorship Program Middle Management Institute Motivate Me, Young Men’s Conference NACAC Conference National College Fair Publications Project Reach Scholarships Summer Institute
IACAC Mentorship Program Kato Hinden Plainfield North High School (815) Rosa Reiber Concordia University Chicago (708) Kenya Taylor University of Wisconsin Milwaukee (414)
IACAC Summer Institute July at Knox College in Galesburg, IL Housing, meals, and entertainment are included! 3 days of professional development for both high school and college counselors Expanded personal development, not just staff development Networking with both sides of the desk Sarah Goldman (309) Ben Wetherbee Angie Cooksy
What we wish we knew Take notes and share with your leadership team when you return, especially to those that are paying for you to attend.
What we wish we knew Participate! Ask Questions and Feel free to follow up with presenters.
What we wish we knew Meet new people- your PLN (your professional learning network) is your net worth. Exchange business cards.
What we wish we knew Logistics – meal tickets, receptions, raffle tickets, 5K, entertainment!
What we wish we knew Annual Membership Meeting – the importance of voting!
What we wish we knew Professional Etiquette – the profession is incredibly connected.
What we wish we knew Meet Vendors and see what services they offer.
What we wish we knew Keep in touch with your peers after the conference.
What we wish we knew Twitter, Social Media, The Conference App, and Conference Program.
What we wish we knew Volunteer and Present!
Questions First Timers Chairs: Patrick Harker: Sylvia Hernandez: Traci Flowers: