Iowa School Counselor Association

10/02/2026

School counselors, today’s the day! ⏰ Early bird registration for the 2026 ISCA Conference ends October 9!

After October 9, conference registration prices will increase by $25—so don’t miss your chance to save! 💙

Join us November 1–3 at Prairie Meadows for three days of connection, collaboration, learning, and celebrating the school counseling profession.

Visit our website for the full conference schedule and to see our 40+ sponsors and exhibitors.
See you in November!

📅 November 1–3, 2026
📍 Prairie Meadows
💰 Early bird rate ends October 9!

Conference Registration: https://iaschoolcounselor.glueup.com/event/writing-our-legacy-161368/

Thank you to ALL of our conference sponsors for ISCA 2026!
Platinum: ICAN
Gold: Iowa's Public Universities, US Army ROTC & ISL Education Lending
Silver: Iowa ACAC & Buena Vista Graduate Programs

09/25/2026

Nominations close THIS Sunday, September 27!

If a counselor, partner, or advocate in your building has been doing work nobody outside it ever hears about, this is your last chance to nominate them.

You don't need to be an ISCA member to submit a nomination, so please forward this to colleagues, administrators, and community partners who might have someone in mind.

Nomination Form: https://forms.gle/xqMCmJfrzMQb3E1N7

We will announce recipients at the ISCA Conference during Monday's lunch.
Join us November 1-3 at Prairie Meadows for the 2026 ISCA Annual Conference.

Three days of connection, collaboration, learning, and celebrating the incredible work of Iowa school counselors.

Early-bird pricing ends on October 2nd, and our hotel block closes on October 9th, so don't wait to register!

Conference Registration: https://iaschoolcounselor.glueup.com/event/writing-our-legacy-161368/

Thank you to ALL of our conference sponsors for ISCA 2026!
Platinum: ICAN
Gold: Iowa's Public Universities, US Army ROTC & ISL Education Lending
Silver: Iowa ACAC & Buena Vista Graduate Programs

09/11/2026

The countdown to the 2026 ISCA Conference is on, and now you can start planning your three days! 🗓️💙

The full schedule for ISCA 2026: Write Your Legacy is officially live! Explore the sessions and times, and start mapping out your conference experience this November.

View the conference schedule:
https://iaschoolcounselor.org/2026-conference-schedule

Haven’t registered yet? There’s still time to write your legacy alongside school counselors from across Iowa.

Register today:
https://iaschoolcounselor.glueup.com/event/writing-our-legacy-161368/home.html

A special thank-you to our conference sponsors for supporting ISCA 2026!

Platinum: ICAN

Gold: Iowa's Public Universities (Regents), US Army ROTC, & ISL Education Lending

Silver: IACAC & Buena Vista Graduate Programs

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09/04/2026

📚 DID YOU KNOW? 📚

ISCA members have access to 25% off ICAN’s professional development opportunities through our partnership! 🎉

And there’s even more! ICAN offers FREE On Track events for school counselors—a great way to connect, learn, and grow throughout the school year. 💙

Looking for a professional development opportunity? Check out the link in the comments to learn more and register for upcoming On Track events! 👇

https://iaschoolcounselor.org/professional-development

Thank you to ALL of our conference sponsors for ISCA 2026!

Platinum: ICAN
Gold: Iowa's Public Universities (Regents) & ISL Education Lending
Silver: IACAC

09/04/2026

A great opportunity for ISCA!

📢 LEAP returns this fall!

Iowa ACAC's annual FREE event for high school groups empowers 10th-12th grade students to take charge of their future and understand the importance of leadership, good decision-making, and academic success.

A keynote speaker, breakout sessions, lunch, and a college/resource fair all add to the learning- and fun-filled day!

🗓️Tuesday, November 10, 2026
📍Host site: Indian Hills Community College - Ottumwa

Registration goes live in September - watch https://www.iowaacac.org/leap-conference for details!

08/28/2026

Every year there are counselors, partners, and advocates across Iowa doing work that nobody outside their building ever hears about. This is your opportunity to acknowledge and celebrate that work! If someone comes to mind, take five minutes and nominate them.

You do not have to be an ISCA member to submit a nomination, so please forward this to colleagues, administrators, and community partners who might have someone in mind.

Nomination Form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScIiSUTnay-bRm_xwiIXvOR6lXgm98xRd5fAHzqr5Xzd7re_A/viewform

Nominations close Sunday, September 27. Recipients will be announced at the ISCA Conference during Monday's lunch.

Join us November 1-3 at Prairie Meadows for the 2026 ISCA Annual Conference. Three days of connection, collaboration, learning, and celebrating the incredible work of Iowa school counselors.

Thank you to ALL of our conference sponsors for ISCA 2026!
Platinum: ICAN
Gold: Iowa's Public Universities (Regents) & ISL Education Lending
Silver: IACAC

Conference Registration: https://iaschoolcounselor.glueup.com/event/writing-our-legacy-161368/home.html

Sponsor and Exhibitor Information: https://iaschoolcounselor.glueup.com/event/isca-2026-sponsors-exhibitors-186238/

08/21/2026

Back to School
The school year is here, and the to-do list is FULL! 📚🍎
☑️ Schedule classes
☑️ Meet the Teacher night
☑️ Get your classroom ready
☑️ Support your students
☑️ Register for the ISCA Conference! 👀

As you settle into another school year, don’t forget to make time for YOU. Join us November 1–3 at Prairie Meadows for the 2026 ISCA Annual Conference—three days of connection, collaboration, learning, and celebrating the incredible work of Iowa school counselors. 💙

Thank you to ALL Sponsors for ISCA 2026!
Platinum:
ICAN
Gold:
Iowa's Public Universities (Regents)
ISL Education Lending
Silver:
IACAC

ISCA 2026: Write Your Legacy
📅 November 1–3, 2026
📍 Prairie Meadows

Now, go check “Register for Conference” off that list! 😉

Link to Registration:
https://iaschoolcounselor.glueup.com/event/writing-our-legacy-161368/home.html

08/14/2026

🌟 Sponsor Spotlight: Iowa ACAC 🌟

We're excited to recognize Iowa ACAC as a valued sponsor of the 2026 Iowa School Counselor Conference!

Iowa ACAC is dedicated to supporting students, parents, and secondary school counselors throughout the college admissions process. Through programs and resources designed to make the college journey more accessible and informed, Iowa ACAC helps students navigate the path toward their postsecondary goals.

As school counselors, we know how meaningful strong partnerships can be when helping students explore their options and take their next steps after high school. We're grateful for organizations like Iowa ACAC that work alongside counselors, families, and students to make those opportunities possible.

Thank you, Iowa ACAC, for supporting Iowa students and the school counselors who help guide them toward their futures!

Thank you to ALL Sponsors for ISCA 2026!

Platinum:
ICAN
Gold:
Iowa's Public Universities (Regents)
ISL Education Lending
Silver:
IACAC

Together, we're Living Our Legacy: Empower. Educate. Elevate. 💛💙

08/08/2026

Hello ISCA members, we wish to make you aware of a change in leadership within the ED position. Our Executive Director resigned at the end of June, and the Board has appointed Andrew Eisenman as Interim Executive Director. Throughout this leadership transition, ISCA remains steadfast in its commitment to advocating for and supporting Iowa's school counselors as they implement comprehensive school counseling programs aligned with the ASCA National Model.
We are looking forward to our Annual Conference, which will be held November 1–3 at Prairie Meadows. This year's theme, Writing Our Legacy, celebrates the lasting impact of school counselors across Iowa. Registration is now open on the ISCA website.
If you have any questions or need assistance, please contact Andrew Eisenman, Interim Executive Director, at [email protected].
Mailing Address
Iowa School Counselor Association
708 S. Veverka Drive
Prairie City, IA 50228

08/07/2026

🌟 Sponsor Spotlight: Gold Sponsor – ISL Education Lending 🌟

We're proud to recognize ISL Education Lending as a Platinum Sponsor of the 2026 Iowa School Counselor Conference!

For decades, ISL Education Lending has been dedicated to helping Iowa students and families obtain the resources they need to succeed in postsecondary education. Their commitment to expanding access to educational opportunities empowers students to pursue their goals with confidence and prepares them for success beyond high school.

School counselors play a vital role in guiding students through college and career planning, and we're grateful for partners like ISL Education Lending who help make those aspirations achievable for Iowa families.

Thank you, ISL Education Lending, for your partnership and your continued investment in Iowa students, families, and school counselors.

Thank you to ALL Sponsors for ISCA 2026!💛

Platinum:
ICAN

Gold:
Iowa's Public Universities (Regents)
ISL Education Lending

Silver:
IACAC

Together, we're Living Our Legacy: Empower. Educate. Elevate. 💙💛