"Perceived Roles"

I believe a high school guidance counselor has an extremely important job because they help guide the students in the right direction. Counselors are there to assist students in any way possible. A high school counselor is supposed to help students plan and prepare for their future careers. They map out the students schedules and classes. They also make sure the students are kept up to date on all the required testing. Counselors help seniors apply for colleges and scholarships to ensure they are prepared for the next level of education. They help students sign up for the SAT and other standardized tests or pre tests. A high school guidance counselor may also guide their students through personal problems. In the ideal situation, a high school guidance counselor should also be available to talk to students about their problems and feelings and get to know them on a personal level. I have an insight as to what their job entails because my husband is a former high school principal, and my friend is a guidance counselor at the high school level. I know first hand how busy they are, not only during the school year but also in the summer working on scheduling. I also have four children who have used the guidance counselor’s valuable services in preparation for college.