In spite of suggested changes during the 60's, SPATE retains a basic commitment to teacher education. The retention of this basic philosophy may be very important to elementary school guidance and counseling because of the teacher's unique role in guidance at this level. While the elementary counselor's role as a consultant to teachers is a logical one, he faces some difficult problems in producing changes in teachers. SPATE members can assist the elementary guidance movement by: (a) emphasizing elementary teacher preparation programs; (b) serving as teachers of volunteer groups who work with students in a relationship activity; (c) broadening the traditional orientation course to include self‐learning experiences; (d) promoting work with pupil personnel specialists as a part of student teaching; and (e) involving the undergraduate in SPATE activities.