MASCA is proud to introduce you to Ollie
Ollie is MASCA's official mascot. They made their debut at the 2025 Spring Conference in Framingham. Ollie was chosen from over 30 submissions by members as we were searching for a mascot. Jess Nutter (King Philip Regional) and Mike Penney (Abby Kelley Foster Charter Public School) both submitted similar designs which were ultimately chosen as our official mascot. Ollie is the first known mascot of all of the state and territory school counselor associations across the country.
Ollie's purpose is to spread joy and love and make people feel welcomed and special at selected MASCA events. You never know where Ollie will show up. You will also see Ollie in some of our publications and resources as well as having their own social media presence.
We hope that you enjoy Ollie and that they bring some joy and happiness to your work. As we know, being a school counselor is no easy job.
Be on the look out for Ollie in person and online.
MASCA deeply values its diverse membership and is fully committed to creating an organization where each individual is welcomed, included, respected and empowered. No person will be excluded from MASCA on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, political affiliation or military status, or for any other discriminatory reason. These activities include, but are not limited to, appointment of its Governing Board, hiring or firing of staff, selection of volunteers and vendors, and the providing of services. This policy is fundamental to the effective functioning of MASCA as an organization that supports counselors and promotes equity in our schools, districts and the Commonwealth.