Today, YouScience, released a new industry report based on survey data of 300+ counselors that reveals significant challenges, including: growing caseloads, rising mental health demands, and administrative burdens that limit counselors’ ability to provide personalized guidance. Key Findings: Time Scarcity: Heavy Caseloads: Mental Health Demands Administrative Burdens: The findings underscore the urgent need for better Read More
There are many reasons to encourage your students to attend college near their home. Here are three reasons to consider schools farther than half a day’s drive from their house: 1. It could be easier to get in! College admissions counselors are responsible for building a diverse freshman class. This means that they want kids from Read More
Navigating the vast landscape of career possibilities can be overwhelming for high school students. As counselors, we play a crucial role in guiding and supporting students on their journey of career exploration and decision-making. Here are some effective strategies and resources to foster career exploration and guidance among high school students: Career Assessments: Start by Read More
Embarking on the college admissions journey is an exciting time, but it can also feel overwhelming for both students and parents. One of the best ways to get a clearer sense of where a student might feel at home is through campus visits. However, these visits can be much more than just a chance to Read More
A recent survey of adolescents and young adults by the children’s advocacy organization Common Sense Media found some disturbing trends. By and large, the young people surveyed are pessimistic about their futures, bored in school, disillusioned with politicians, and – perhaps most importantly – they don’t think their mental health is … well, healthy. They Read More
The answer is yes according to new data from Zety’s Cover Letter Expectations Report. 89% of of recruiters expect a cover letter to be included. Key findings: Here are some key blogs they have published which can help your students craft that perfect cover letter:
These upcoming webinars cover crucial topics, from requesting accommodations to exploring career pathways and making the most of campus resources. March 4 | 4:00 PM ET – Steps to AccommodationsRegister here: loom.ly/n5Z3q6g March 24 | 4:00 PM ET – Postsecondary Career Pathways: It’s Not Just UniversityRegister here: loom.ly/bW3Shdo April 8 | 4:00 PM ET – Make the Read More
Will you be ready to help students when the 2026-27 FAFSA form releases? There are two things we already know about upcoming changes to the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA): 1. In November, President Biden signed the FAFSA Deadline Act, establishing Oct. 1 as the release date for the FAFSA. The bill had Read More
You are meeting with a student, and they mention a word you have never heard before and look at you knowingly awaiting a response. What the heck did they just say? Luckily, We are Teachers came to the rescue. They just published a list of 100 Teen Slang words students are using in 2025. Here Read More
21% of college students report having a disability, 1.4 million K-12 students have a 504 plan, and 7.5 million K-12 students have an Individualized Education Program (IEP). Section 504 is key to maintaining equal access to education for students with disabilities in the K-12 setting and college. What’s going on? 17 Attorney Generals (Texas, Alaska, Alabama, Read More
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