The primary purpose of AMSC Public Policy efforts is to prepare, promote and defend legislative efforts that support the programs and services of school counseling professionals in Michigan in their work with students, faculty, and families. A key aspect of this year’s efforts is on reducing the student to school counselor ratios in Michigan while working on the long term goal of mandated K-12 developmental guidance and counseling. 

The following links are designed to assist members and supporters in their advocacy efforts on behalf of Michigan school counselors. Educating ourselves, legislators, and others to the critical importance that school counseling services impart on all students is central to our roles as professional leaders and as informed citizens.

Please pass on this web page to others you believe would support our efforts.

• PPL Update Notices and Call to Action
  • Public Policy Update 2-09
  • Michigan Education Committee Membership
  • Education Appropriations Chairs 2009
• School Counselor Ratio Legislation
  • Proposed Legislation
  • Report to Legislators
  • Call to Action: School Counselor Ratio Updates
• Community Advocacy Strategies
  • Letter to the Editor
  • Letter to School Board Members
  • Letter Educational Leaders
  • Sample Letter to Legislators
  • Sample Letter Supporting HB 4667 (posted 4/8/09)
• Support Documents for Download
  • Joyce Ivy Report
  • ASCA Research on School Counseling
    
    
• Additiional Resources Available in this Section
  • PPL Newsletters
  • Online Survey
  • Legislative Updates and Calendar of Upcoming Events (meetings, hearings, etc.)
  • Links
  • Find Your Representative
  • Call to Action: School Counselor Ratio Updates