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Educational institutions are evaluated on student outcomes, especially academic achievement. School counselors working in this educational environment play a critical role in ensuring students have the academic development (in addition to the social/emotional and career development) knowledge, skills and attitudes needed to be successful. School counselors can assist schools in providing an environment conducive to and supportive of academic success.
American School Counselor Association. (2017). The School Counselor and Academic Development. Alexandria, VA: Author.The Profile of a Virginia Graduate comprises the course and credit requirements students must meet to earn a Standard Diploma or Advanced Studies Diploma and the skills, experiences, and attributes essential for success in college and the work force.
Students meeting the Profile of a Virginia Graduate achieve the commonwealth’s high academic standards and graduate from high school with workplace skills, an understanding of their responsibilities as citizens, and career plans aligned with their talents, interests and experiences.
School counselors assist students in educational planning by:
Setting, reflecting, and reaching goals.
Developing a positive attitude toward learning.
Understanding individual learning styles.
Developing an educational plan.
Providing academic advising.
Improving study and test-taking skills.
Recognizing and utilizing academic strengths.
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