Core Insights - Ohio Virtual Academy (OHVA) has received the Recognized ASCA Model Program® (RAMP®) designation from the American School Counselor Association (ASCA), highlighting its effective counseling program that aligns with the ASCA National Model® framework and positively impacts student success [1][2]. Recognition and Impact - The RAMP designation is a selective recognition that signifies a school's commitment to a comprehensive, data-informed counseling program that enhances students' academic achievement, social-emotional development, and readiness for postsecondary education [2]. - Since the program's inception in 2004, over 1,300 schools nationwide have earned the RAMP designation, with OHVA being one of only four schools in Ohio to hold this recognition [3]. Counseling Program Details - The RAMP application process requires schools to provide a full year of evidence demonstrating the implementation of the ASCA National Model through data-driven practices, including program goals and measurable outcomes [4]. - OHVA's counseling team consists of 35 counselors serving approximately 16,700 students in grades K–12, focusing on academic, social, and emotional support [5]. Unique Challenges and Solutions - Delivering counseling support in an online environment presents challenges in student access and engagement, which OHVA addresses through various communication channels such as phone calls, email check-ins, and virtual meetings [6]. - The flexibility and individualized support of the online learning model benefit students, as emphasized by the student support principal [7]. Future Recognition - The RAMP designation will remain effective through the 2030–2031 school year, after which OHVA may reapply to maintain its status [8].