"Changed Impressions"

After reading the articles about the role of a guidance counselor I realize they wear as many hats as teachers. They are expected to enroll students in their correct classes, if they are not placed correctly in a class they go back and make the changes. They have to keep current on resources available for students that are troubled and may need assistance. I also noted that the role the high school guidance counselor is quite different from the role of an elementary school guidance counselor. One thing I did not realize was, at one point they were the gate keepers for students' IEP. Also it was interesting to note the extensive training they go through according.I guess overall my impression was not changed greatly. I knew just from observing and talking to the counselor at school that their work is very time consuming, and like teachers they must have a caring heart.