School Counselors - Helping Students Rule Their Experiences (GSCA 2025 Annual Conference)

Drum, Draw, Drama, & Dance 2.0: Integrate the Arts into Your School Counseling Program

Thursday, November 13, 2025 at 11:30 AM–12:30 PM EST

Magnolia A (Marriott) (100 seats)

Target Audience

Elementary/Middle

Additional Target Audience (e.g. Target Audience is School Administrator with an Additional focus on Elementary)

Elementary/Middle

Primary focus area of your proposal

Classroom/Small Group Lessons, Activities, Ideas

Session Summary

In the age of screen-time and constant stimulation, school counselors are struggling to keep students' attention with traditional counseling instruction. Come learn how to increase student engagement by creating experiences through Arts Integration. In this 2.0 session, expand your arts integration skills with hands-on lessons integrating music, visual arts, theatre, and dance. Confidence in your artistic abilities are not required.