School Counselors - Helping Students Rule Their Experiences (GSCA 2025 Annual Conference)

A Year in the Life of a Senior Class Counselor: Guiding Students from August to May through Seminars, College Prep Events, and Family Engagement

Thursday, November 13, 2025 at 2:45 PM–3:45 PM EST

Mulberry (100 seats)

Target Audience

High School

Additional Target Audience (e.g. Target Audience is School Administrator with an Additional focus on Elementary)

School Administrator

Primary focus area of your proposal

Classroom/Small Group Lessons, Activities, Ideas

Session Summary

An in-depth look at the role of a Senior Class Counselor throughout the academic year. It explores the critical support systems and programming provided to seniors, including organizing and facilitating Senior Seminar, coordinating the Senior Parent Breakfast, hosting Financial Aid Nights, and leading Apply to College Week. The session will outline key responsibilities, timelines, collaboration with staff and families, and best practices to ensure student success in post-secondary planning.