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College Planning Calendar: January 2024
Stay on top of the college planning process with our monthly College Planning Calendar for counselors, students, and parents. Happy January planning!
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College Planning Calendar: December 2023
Before we all go into holiday mode, there’s some planning to do for the end of semester and post–winter break. Happy Holidays!
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College Planning Calendar: November 2023
November is packed full with National Scholarship Month, free college planning webinars, and more. Start planning with your students for the days ahead!
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How Counselors Can Combat and Prevent Bullying in School Communities
It's important for counselors to be equipped with adult allies who prevent bullying in their school communities. Here's what you need to know about stepping in.
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College Planning Calendar: October 2023
Nothing is spookier than not being ready for college! Use our October College Planning Calendar to beat the admission season scaries with your students.
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College Planning Calendar: September 2023
A brand-new academic year has officially begun, and there’s a ton of planning to do. Get started with this month’s College Planning Calendar!
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College Planning Calendar: August 2023
As we near a new academic year, it's time to determine a plan of action for you and your students. Use our August College Planning Calendar to get started!
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College Planning Calendar: July 2023
Summer means warm weather, vacations, and fun! But there are still some important dates and college prep steps to take. See what July has in store here.
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College Planning Calendar: June 2023
School’s out for the summer (almost)! Get ready for three months of sun and just a little college prep with our June College Planning Calendar.
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Our Best Advice for Counselors and Consultants to Help Their Students
Even counselors and consultants need resources and guidance sometimes! Find all our best advice to better help your students in the college search here.
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College Planning Calendar: May 2023
The school year is wrapping up soon! Help students get ready for test dates, graduation, summer, and more with our May College Planning Calendar.
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College Planning Calendar: April 2023
Happy spring! Help your students get ready for standardized tests, the end of the admission process, and more with this month’s College Planning Calendar.
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College Planning Calendar: March 2023
Stay on top of the college planning process with our monthly College Planning Calendar for counselors, students, and parents. Happy March planning!
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College Planning Calendar: February 2023
Stay on top of the college planning process with our monthly College Planning Calendar for counselors, students, and parents. Happy February planning!
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College Planning Calendar: January 2023
Stay on top of the college planning process with our monthly College Planning Calendar for counselors, students, and parents. Happy January planning!
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College Planning Calendar: December 2022
Welcome to the last month of the year! Before we all go into holiday mode, there’s some planning to do for the end of semester and post–winter break.
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7 Important Times to Support Students During College Admission
As an independent educational consultant, your job is to help students with the college application process. Here are seven definite times to step in to assist.
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Pandemic Problems: Resources to Share With Students
The pandemic hasn't been easy on counselors or students. Here's a comprehensive list of resources to combat the struggles you and your students are facing.
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CollegeXpress: A Resource Your Students Can Rely On
CollegeXpress is a premier resource for the college and scholarship search process that your students should be using now. Here are the top reasons why!
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Top 10 Ways You Can Help Your Students Stand Out to Colleges
Students need your support during the college search and admission process. Here are 10 ways counselors can help students stand out to schools they care about.
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4 Simple Ways to Multitask and Make Time for College Planning
High school counselors wear many hats. When there aren't enough hours in the day, how can you find extra time for college planning? We'll tell you!
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10 Helpful Tips for Working With College-Bound LD Students
Working with students who have learning or physical differences can put you to the test as a school counselor. Here's how to help with college planning!
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How Counselors Can Help Students Explore Majors and Careers
It can be hard for students to choose what academic field, and thus what job, to pursue. Here's how to help them figure out their major and career path.
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The Role of College Counselors in Students' Application Essays
As a college counselor, you can foster the writing of brilliant essays by understanding their purpose, what makes them stand out, and how to edit without taking over.
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7 Important Things to Assist Your Students With During Junior and Senior Year
Supporting students through academics and college admission is an important part of a counselor's job. Here are some areas to help them stay on track.
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