PARTICIPATE
| The annual survey is a vital opportunity for Indiana school counselors to share insights and experiences that directly shape the future of school counseling in our state. This survey is designed to gather the latest details on Indiana school counselor demographic data, roles and responsibilities, most significant day-to-day challenges, professional development needs, and other areas. Without promoting any particular political or ideological viewpoint, we ask school counselors how they use evidence-based practices to support student mental health and well-being. Be sure to complete the survey any time before it closes on Friday, October 2, 2026. As a thank you for your time:
Winners will be notified by email and announced in an upcoming INSCA Blast. Your perspective and experience matters. Thank you for helping us continue to advocate for and support school counselors across Indiana! |
PAST RESULTS
| 2025-2026The 2025-26 Indiana School Counselor Survey reveals that a majority of Indiana school counselors believe the social-emotional needs of their students are higher this year than last year, according to results of a recent poll of Indiana school counselors. More than 84% of the 510 elementary, middle, and high school counselors responding to this year’s annual survey said they need more resources and training to help students deal with trauma and mental health related issues. At the same time, Indiana’s K-12 school counselors report, on average, spending just 42% of their time in direct services to students, 26% in indirect services, 17% of their time devoted to program management, and 15% to non-counseling tasks. The average student caseload of Indiana’s K-12 school counselors rose for the second year in a row to 357 students for each school counselor. The recommended For a closer look at these findings and more, read the full report. PREVIOUS YEARS
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