Which activity fits under the Guidance Curriculum domain in the ASCA model?

• A. Lesson plans on study skills
• B. Academic/career planning
• C. Crisis counseling
• D. IEP coordination

Answer: (A)

Guidance Curriculum is about preventive, classroom-based instruction for all students delivered through planned lessons. Lesson plans on study skills fit this perfectly because they provide a structured sequence of guidance lessons aimed at enhancing academic success for the entire student body. In contrast, academic/career planning focuses on helping individual students map out goals and plans, which is the realm of Individual Student Planning. Crisis counseling addresses immediate issues and is part of Responsive Services. IEP coordination involves collaborating with special education services and school operations, aligning with System Support. So the study skills lesson plans are the best match because they represent universal, preventive guidance taught to all students.