Praxis School Counselor (5422) Practice Exam

What accountability measures should a secondary-school counseling team take to show a positive difference with students who improved after interventions?

1. Collecting data to document all results

2. Informing the principal of their accomplishments

3. Praising the students at every small-group meeting

4. Meeting weekly to discuss the students' progress

The correct answer is: Collecting data to document all results

Collecting data to document all results is the most effective way for a secondary-school counseling team to show the positive difference made by their interventions with students. The other options, while well-intentioned, do not provide concrete evidence of the team's effectiveness. Informing the principal of their accomplishments may show the team's efforts, but it does not directly link to student improvement. Praising students at every small-group meeting may boost their morale, but it does not provide measurable evidence of improvement. Meeting weekly to discuss progress is important for the team's communication and planning, but it does not demonstrate the direct impact of their interventions on students.