Constance M.

Ward
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DATA-DRIVEN SCHOOL COUNSELOR & STUDENT ADVOCATE
Creative and passionate school counselor with 3 years of full-time experience in diverse settings. Trained in the American
School Counselor Association (ASCA) National Model. Committed to improving equity and college access for all students.
Experienced at building positive relationships based on student and stakeholder needs.

EDUCATION
Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore, MD July 2011
Master of Science in School Counseling
School Counseling Fellows Program: Accelerated cohort program focused on urban school counseling; Emphasis on data-
driven counseling for social justice, collaboration through school-family-community partnerships, and access and equity for all
students.
American University, Washington, DC May 2008
Bachelor of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies: Communication, Law, Economics & Government

EXPERIENCE
School Counselor August 2013 Present
Center City Public Charter Schools, Capitol Hill Campus Washington, DC
Manage and deliver comprehensive school counseling services for nearly 250 students in grades PreK-8 to promote
academic, social, and college/career success.
Establish the first-ever school-wide Career Week in May 2014, which resulted in 72% of middle school students
developing positive attitudes towards work and learning. Invited approximately 20 community professionals to
present to students during Career Day, and organized Careers Come Alive interactive field trips to the Natural
History Museum, the Newseum, and the Apple Store for 68 middle students.
Ensure all 8
th
grade students enroll in a public, private, or charter high school of choice through the District of
Columbias common lottery and specialty application system; Plan events and programming to support high school
admissions including family workshops, high school tours, and interviews with high school staff and students.
Decrease disciplinary infractions for identified students through individual and small-group counseling.
Coordinate the Student Teacher Assistance Team for students in need of academic, behavioral, and attendance
support. Manage student referrals, meeting schedules, records, and progress monitoring.
Design and facilitate professional development workshops on the ASCA National Model for small-group
counseling and data-driven interventions.

School Counselor August 2011 June 2013
Mary F. Williams Elementary School, Prince William County Public Schools Dumfries, VA
Developed and delivered a data-driven, comprehensive school counseling program aligned with ASCA standards
for 850 students in grades K-5. Utilized classroom lessons, small group, and individual counseling.
Expanded the annual Career Day to a school-wide event for all students in grades K-5; Invited 35 community
professionals and created and coordinated schedules across grade levels.
Analyzed academic, behavioral, attendance, and student/parent perception data to develop and evaluate annual and
quarterly goals.
Utilized annual school culture and climate survey to target respectful and responsible behavior through classroom
lessons and character education.
Managed the middle school transition process for over 160 5
th
grade students, including organizing specialty school
applications, course selection, and other transition activities.
Facilitated parent engagement by delivering presentations on school bullying policies, middle school transition, and
pathways to high school graduation.

Constance M. Ward
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School Counseling Intern January 2011 May 2011
Reginald F. Lewis High School, Baltimore City Public Schools Baltimore, MD
Increased student engagement with the counseling department by creating and managing the Guidance Department
Facebook page.
Collaborated with school administration and the Fund for Educational Excellence to identify and recruit students
for the Accelerator Program, aimed at promoting high school completion for overage and under-credited youth.
Motivated seniors to meet graduation requirements by creating individual graduation plans; coordinating credit
recovery, and developing internal service-learning opportunities.

Account Executive (Former Position: Account Assistant) June 2008 May 2010
Hager Sharp, Inc Washington, DC
Managed client projects with increasing responsibility, including strategic communications planning for the National Center
for Education Statistics (NCES) to disseminate the results of the National Assessment of Education Progress (NAEP).
Supported the design and production of data reports, outreach materials, and internal and external presentations; collaborated
with design and production teams to develop web and print products.
Maintained strong command of clients mission, brand, and media trends to ensure accurate communication with varied
audiences, including journalists, school leaders, Congressional legislative staff, and national education conference attendees.
Advised NAEP state coordinators and urban schools districts in creating press releases and communications strategies for
their NAEP data. Delivered presentations on message development and using social media during NAEP releases.
Planned and executed press events, congressional briefings, and webinars for NCES data reports, including The Condition of
Education, The Achievement Gap Report, and the Trends in International Mathematics and Science Study.
Program Support Clerk June 2006 January 2008
U.S. Department of Education Washington, DC
Provided outreach and programmatic support to the Student Aid Awareness and Applicant Services division of Federal
Student Aid (FSA).
Wrote and edited brochures and fact sheets on student aid eligibility, including a guide for incarcerated individuals that is
distributed by the Bureau of Prisons.
Facilitated focus groups for 35 college students to gain feedback on the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to
improve usability for new and returning applicants.
Represented FSA at local and national outreach events to share FAFSA news with parents, students, and school counselors.


Affiliations and Activities
Young Education Professionals DC, Member
American School Counselor Association, Member
College Summit, Volunteer Writing Coach