Question 1

Which of the following is a benefit of the process of attaining RAMP status?
A) Assists school counselors to evaluate their program
B) Increases school counselors' professional skills and knowledge
C) Enhances school counselors' efforts toward promoting student success
D) All of the above

Accepted Answer

The process of attaining RAMP (Recognized ASCA Model Program) status benefits school counselors by assisting them in evaluating their program, increasing their professional skills and knowledge, and enhancing their efforts toward promoting student success.

Question 2

Which of the following best describes earning RAMP designation?
A) An outcome
B) A journey
C) An ongoing process
D) A destination
E) b. and c.
F) All of the above

Accepted Answer

Earning RAMP designation is both a journey, as it involves a process of learning and application, and an ongoing process, as it requires continuous adherence to its standards and possibly further education or updates in practices.

Question 3

Gathering and collecting data and information for completing the RAMP application generally takes:
A) at least one academic semester.
B) at least one full academic year.
C) only a few weeks.
D) none of the above.

Accepted Answer

Gathering and collecting data for the RAMP (Recognized ASCA Model Program) application is a comprehensive process that typically requires at least one full academic year. This time frame allows for the thorough collection and analysis of data necessary to demonstrate the impact of a school counseling program.

Question 4

School counseling programs that earn RAMP recognition will hold that designation for:
A) 3 years.
B) 1 year
C) 5 years
D) 10 years

Accepted Answer

RAMP (Recognized ASCA Model Program) recognition is awarded for a period of 3 years.

Question 5

Which of the following is the first step toward earning RAMP designation?
A) Creating a Mission Statement
B) Delineating Program Goals
C) Creating the Vision Statement
D) Forming the Advisory Council

Accepted Answer

The answer of Which of the following is the first...

Question 6

Which of the following reflects one overarching focus that guides the implementation of the comprehensive program?
A) Vision Statement
B) Program Goals
C) School Counseling Competencies
D) Mission Statement

Accepted Answer

The mission statement reflects the overarching focus and purpose of the comprehensive program, guiding its implementation and ensuring alignment with the school's overall objectives.

Question 7

Which of the following defines how the school counseling program will function and guiding the development of classroom guidance curricula, small-groups, and closing-the-gap action plans?
A) Program Goals
B) Mission Statement
C) Vision Statement
D) Delivery

Accepted Answer

Program goals define how the school counseling program will function and guide the development of curricula, small-groups, and action plans.

Question 8

Which of the following identify and prioritize the specific knowledge, attitudes, and skills students should be able to demonstrate as a direct outcome of services provided by the school counseling program?
A) Learning Outcomes
B) Student Standards
C) Benchmarks
D) SMART Goals

Accepted Answer

Student Standards identify and prioritize the specific knowledge, attitudes, and skills students should demonstrate as outcomes of the school counseling program.

Question 9

Which of the following describe the organization and focus of the school counseling program and certify that the program is aligned with the goals of the school?
A) Vision Statement
B) Mission Statement
C) Annual Agreements
D) Role Statement

Accepted Answer

Annual agreements describe the organization and focus of the school counseling program and certify that the program is aligned with the goals of the school. They are typically developed annually in collaboration with administration to outline the goals and responsibilities of the school counseling program for the upcoming year, ensuring alignment with the broader educational objectives of the school.

Question 10

Which of the following is involved in both reviewing and advising the implementation of the school counseling program?
A) PTO/PTA
B) Board of Education
C) City Council
D) Advisory Council

Accepted Answer

The Advisory Council is specifically designed to review and advise on the implementation of the school counseling program, involving stakeholders from various segments of the community, including parents, teachers, students, and sometimes members from local businesses or organizations.

Question 11

Which of the following includes the dates of school counseling events to provide information to students, parents, and school staff of school counseling activities?
A) Schedule
B) Calendar
C) Time Analysis
D) Planner

Accepted Answer

A calendar is used to outline specific dates of events, including school counseling activities, making it the correct choice for providing information to students, parents, and school staff.

Question 12

Which of the following includes at least three lesson plans, and a narrative describing the rationale for the design and implementation of the core curriculum?
A) Core Curriculum Action Plan
B) Delivery Component
C) Results Report
D) Program Goals

Accepted Answer

A Core Curriculum Action Plan typically includes detailed lesson plans and a narrative that explains the reasoning behind the design and implementation of the curriculum. This document serves as a comprehensive guide for educators to follow, ensuring that the curriculum is taught effectively and aligns with educational standards and goals.

Question 13

Which of the following includes data on the impact of the core curriculum to demonstrate the effectiveness of the program and inform its improvements?
A) Program Assessment
B) Program Evaluation
C) Results Report
D) Program Report Card

Accepted Answer

A Results Report includes data on the impact of the core curriculum to demonstrate the effectiveness of the program and inform its improvements.

Question 14

Which of the following are designed to fulfill specific prevention or intervention goals and usually consist of four to ten sessions?
A) Small-Group Responsive Services
B) Crisis Response Plan
C) Core Curriculum
D) Delivery Component

Accepted Answer

Small-Group Responsive Services are designed to fulfill specific prevention or intervention goals and typically consist of four to ten sessions. These services are targeted and strategic, focusing on addressing the needs of students through a more personalized and interactive setting.

Question 15

Which of the following are designed to address any existent discrepancies among student groups in regards to academics or behavior?
A) Closing-the-Gap Results Report
B) Closing-the-Gap Activities
C) Program Evaluation
D) Program Assessment

Accepted Answer

The answer of Which of the following are designed to...

Question 16

Which of the following must address how the school counseling program will utilize leadership, advocacy, and collaboration skills to promote student achievement and incite systemic change that leads to equity and access for all students by closing achievement, opportunity, and attainment gaps?
A) Results Report
B) Program Assessment
C) Program Goals
D) Program Evaluation Reflection

Accepted Answer

The answer of Which of the following must address how...

Question 17

The actual development of a school counseling program often _______________ the order of the ASCA National Model and the RAMP application and evidences how components' defined boundaries necessarily overlap and intertwine.
A) transcends
B) follows
C) reflects
D) defines

Accepted Answer

The word "transcends" suggests that the development of a school counseling program goes beyond the strict order of the ASCA National Model and RAMP application, indicating that the components overlap and intertwine beyond their defined boundaries.

Question 18

Which of the following often poses the great challenge to the establishment of a comprehensive program?
A) Education and training
B) Funding and resources
C) Administration and stakeholders holding outdated perspectives and archaic definitions of school counseling
D) Access to data

Accepted Answer

Administration and stakeholders holding outdated perspectives and archaic definitions of school counseling often pose a significant challenge because they may resist changes or innovations necessary for developing a comprehensive program.

Question 19

Which of the following involves the implementation of Direct and Indirect counseling services that are guided by data to address the specific needs of a building and its students?
A) Management
B) Delivery
C) Foundation
D) Accountability

Accepted Answer

Delivery involves the direct and indirect counseling services that are guided by data to address specific needs within a school setting. This includes the implementation of programs and interventions directly with students or indirectly through consultation and collaboration with staff and families to meet students' needs.

Question 20

Which of the following is not considered a direct service of the Delivery component?
A) Consultation
B) Core Curriculum
C) Individual Student Planning
D) Crisis Response

Accepted Answer

Consultation is not considered a direct service of the Delivery component; it is an indirect service where professionals collaborate to support student success.

Quiz 11: CSCP in Action: a Ramp Middle School

Which of the following is a benefit of the process of attaining RAMP status?

Which of the following best describes earning RAMP designation?

Gathering and collecting data and information for completing the RAMP application generally takes:

School counseling programs that earn RAMP recognition will hold that designation for:

Which of the following is the first step toward earning RAMP designation?

Which of the following reflects one overarching focus that guides the implementation of the comprehensive program?

Which of the following defines how the school counseling program will function and guiding the development of classroom guidance curricula, small-groups, and closing-the-gap action plans?

Which of the following identify and prioritize the specific knowledge, attitudes, and skills students should be able to demonstrate as a direct outcome of services provided by the school counseling program?

Which of the following describe the organization and focus of the school counseling program and certify that the program is aligned with the goals of the school?

Which of the following is involved in both reviewing and advising the implementation of the school counseling program?

Which of the following includes the dates of school counseling events to provide information to students, parents, and school staff of school counseling activities?

Which of the following includes at least three lesson plans, and a narrative describing the rationale for the design and implementation of the core curriculum?

Which of the following includes data on the impact of the core curriculum to demonstrate the effectiveness of the program and inform its improvements?

Which of the following are designed to fulfill specific prevention or intervention goals and usually consist of four to ten sessions?

Which of the following are designed to address any existent discrepancies among student groups in regards to academics or behavior?

Which of the following must address how the school counseling program will utilize leadership, advocacy, and collaboration skills to promote student achievement and incite systemic change that leads to equity and access for all students by closing achievement, opportunity, and attainment gaps?

The actual development of a school counseling program often _______________ the order of the ASCA National Model and the RAMP application and evidences how components' defined boundaries necessarily overlap and intertwine.

Which of the following often poses the great challenge to the establishment of a comprehensive program?

Which of the following involves the implementation of Direct and Indirect counseling services that are guided by data to address the specific needs of a building and its students?

Which of the following is not considered a direct service of the Delivery component?