MASCA is always looking for volunteers for various committees and projects.  Some are short term and focus on a specific task while others require a greater time commitment.  Hopefully you will find one that meets your interests and time availability.

COMMITTEE CHAIRS – As of July 1, 2026

Committee Chairs are appointed by the Board Chair and are asked to commit to a three year term.  Chairs are part of the Governing Board and encouraged to attend Board meetings (typically 5 per year) and the Summer Leadership Institute but do not have a vote.  Chairs are expected to carry out the activities of the committee (see descriptions below) which includes other MASCA members and to complete reports for each Board meeting.

• Publicity Committee

 COMMITTEE MEMBERSHIP -

• Conference Committee - The Conference Committee plans the annual conference each spring.  Within the larger committee are also several subcommittees including exhibits, registration, publicity, programs and hospitality.  Committee members are also expected to attend the conference.
• Culture and Climate Crew - This is a reimagined group grounded in the values of Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Access (IDEA). Our goal is to foster belonging, amplify diverse voices, and create meaningful opportunities for connection, learning, and advocacy across our organization.The Culture and Community Crew will support initiatives such as professional learning, resource development, networking opportunities, and community-building efforts that help ensure all members feel welcomed, represented, and valued. If you are passionate about creating a more inclusive and affirming MASCA community, we invite you to join us!  Whether you are interested in sharing ideas, developing resources, planning events, or simply learning alongside colleagues, there is a place for you in this work.
  
• Ethics Committee - The Ethics Committee accepts responsibility for ensuring that MASCA members have access to high quality information regarding counseling ethics and school law pertaining to counseling.  The Committee will provide various opportunities for MASCA members to engage in conversation on the topic of ethics and will foster connections between members in an effort to facilitate a safe and trusting environment for cross-district collaboration that adheres to confidentiality.
• Fiscal Oversight Committee - This committee assists the Executive Director plan the annual budget each year and meets during the course of the fiscal year if necessary.  This is an advisory committee which makes recommendations to the Board regarding the finances of the organization.
• Government Relations & Advocacy Committee - The GRAC Committee works to advocate for school counselors among all facets of the state and national government.  The Committee will work closely with legislators and educational leaders, proposing, monitoring and promoting legislation which will impact our work.  Committee members help plan the annual advocacy day as well as organize testimony at various legislative hearings.  The Committee will also act as an advisory to the Executive Director giving input on various bills and position statements.
• Massachusetts Comprehensive School Counseling Team - This Team’s mission is to support the implementation of comprehensive school counseling in all schools across the Commonwealth.  Team members will create materials that will aid school counselors in implementing comprehensive school counseling in their school/district.  Educational activities and outreach efforts will also be a part of the work of the Team.
• Member Engagement Committee - The Member Engagement Committee accepts responsibility for promotion of membership, new and renewal.  It seeks programs and ideas that will strengthen the membership base and provide incentive for membership.  The Committee will work closely with the Executive Director and Membership Coordinator to organize activities and outreach efforts.
• Nominating & Bylaws Committee - The Nominating & Bylaws Committee is charged with annually reviewing the MASCA Bylaws to ensure that they meet current state and national practices and expectations.  In addition, the Committee is to develop a list of members to fill the ballot for Board Directors. 
• Professional Recognition Committee - This committee is tasked with selecting the various awards sponsored by MASCA which include the Counselor of the Year, Leadership, Administrative and Special Awards.  The Committee usually meets a couple times in January to make the selections.  The School Counselor of the Year is presented at the recipients' school in late January and the others are presented at the Annual Conference in the spring.
• Publicity Committee - This committee will focus on publicizing the many activities of school counselors in the state through press releases, proclamations and public service announcements.  This would include, but not be limited to, publicizing awards, including School Counselor of the Year, accomplishments of members and officers, programs and activities of the organization.
  
• Research & Evaluation Committee - This Committee will focus on the current research and evaluation in the school counseling field and ensure that MASCA members are kept up to date with the latest trends and issues.  Members will help to promote research in our state as well as focus on educating others.  The Committee will work closely with established research organizations such as the National Center for School Counseling Outcome Research & Evaluation, ASCA, ACES and other state school counseling organizations.
• School Counselor Pipeline Committee - Our newest committee, the School Counselor Pipeline Committee was formed to address the increasing number of unfilled school counselor vacancies and reduction of candidates entering school counseling preparation. programs.  The Committee will strategize and create opportunities to fill these gaps and promote the school counseling profession.
• Strategic Planning Committee - This Committee is charged with looking at the long-term goals of the organization, looking beyond immediate concerns and proposing actions that will strengthen the Association and provide additional services to its members.
• Technology Committee - This Committee is charged with keeping MASCA on the cutting edge of technology and ensuring that the organization and its members are using technology to its fullest.  This will be accomplished through programming opportunities, awareness activities and information dissemination.  Members will also promote the ethical use of technology in the profession.

  SHORT TERM FOCUSED PROJECTS  

• Summer Camp Faculty - We will be looking for new SC² faculty members for the 2027 Summer Camp held the third week of July.  Applications will be collected in September 2026.  Faculty members are asked to serve three years and then rotate off to allow new volunteers to get involved.  While not a requirement, new faculty members are typically selected from counselors who have attended a previous SC².
• MASCA Vision Document Revision Task Force – Originally published in 2009, we need to revise and update this document so we can use it to share our vision with legislators, policy makers and the general public.  This project is currently on hold.
  
• Mentoring – MASCA started a pilot Mentoring program in 2021-22 and launched a widespread program in 2022-23. If you are interested in being a mentoring or mentee, please let us know.
• Program Review – MASCA is now conducting program review to schools/school districts that is conducted by MASCA members.  There are several roles from data interpretation, to site visits to writing the final report with recommendations and commendations.  Stipends are provided for this work as it is more hours than the typical volunteer position.

To Apply for any of the above, please  FILL OUT THIS FORM.