Advising for Future-Ready Careers is a monthly webinar series, hosted by NCWIT Counselors for Computing (C4C), providing information and resources to help counselors join the front line of the computing conversation. This webinar series is free and open to the public, ages 16 and up – geared toward School Counselors, Educators, graduate students, and those Read More
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, Gen Z represents over 20% of the US population, and by 2030, is projected to account for 30% of the US workforce. As a growing pool of Gen Z candidates enter a workforce shaped by the pandemic, work-life balance and job flexibility remain top priorities. In fact, 72% Read More
The Water Damage Professionals Scholarship Program” WaterDamageProfessionals.org is a well-respected water damage restoration company with a commitment to education and community programs. We are a veteran-owned business that helps local homeowners experiencing emergency restoration services caused by water, fire, or significant trauma. As a former teacher, I am also very dedicated to helping students achieve Read More
Each state has slightly different requirements for Counselors. Most public school systems require advanced-degree courses that include the following topics: Human growth and development Theories Individual counseling Group counseling Social and cultural foundations Testing/appraisal Research and program evaluation Professional orientation Career development Supervised practicum Supervised internship The American School Counselor Association has published a summary Read More
Studying, practicing and taking the ACT and/or SAT examinations, preparing college admission essays, reviewing scholarship applications and completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) are the standard steps students and the parents or guardians complete when they are preparing for college. Following are some additional ideas to consider while you are completing high Read More
As a high school counselor, you’ve likely witnessed students struggling to meet the demands of their curriculum, keep up with college applications, or stay motivated throughout the school year. When the overwhelm hits, they turn to you for support and guidance. One excellent way you can help is by showing them how to visually track Read More
Lets face it, searching for scholarships can be a tedious journey. There are thousands of sources and many scholarships are tied to a specific College/University which make applying for them a pain for your students that do not yet know where they are going to be attending College. We publish scholarships in LINK for Counselors Read More
College applications don’t open until this summer or early fall, so why are we talking about Letters of Recommendation in May? The reason is that now, yes in May, is the time to begin asking teachers if they’ll be able to write your letter. I’ve heard too many stories of top-notch students who wait until Read More
School counselors are at the heart of schools as the moral compass. Therefore, it’s important for counselors to be on their game, when it comes to the students. From life advice to calming fears to helping students confront other challenges (i.e., bullying, trauma, etc.), counselors are a resource that schools should never take for granted. Read More
Congratulations on your upcoming high school graduation and planning for your first year in college. This is an exciting time. Soon you will be on a college campus attending Freshman Orientation to learn how to get around campus or completing the session online and selecting your classes. Below are a few things to keep in Read More
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