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Let’s Be Real You can’t measure a person and call it a program. Every year, school districts evaluate “how well” their school counselors are doing—based on things like student events, crisis response, or staff feedback. But here’s the truth: You’re not measuring the success of a comprehensive school counseling program.You’re measuring the strengths of person. That’s exactly why so…
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Most professional development (PD) feels like another box to check. Sit-and-get. Slides, acronyms, maybe a survey at the end. And when it comes to college and career readiness (CCR), many teachers(and other school staff) are either overwhelmed, undertrained, or unsure where they fit in. How many times have you heard “That’s not my job.” Here’s…
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Schools are expected to prepare students for a future while the world is changing faster than ever. Evolving college admissions processes, A.I., and a labor market that doesn’t look anything like it did even five years ago. But here’s the thing: if systems aren’t built to flex, they’re built to break. Sustainable systems don’t mean rigid…
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When we talk about Tier 3 interventions, we’re talking about our highest-need students —the ones who are struggling not just academically, but often emotionally, socially, or behaviorally too. These students don’t need more paperwork or a savior. They need systems and interventions that actually move the needle. One of the most overlooked tools in that…
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We spend a lot of time helping schools shift from performative “college and career readiness” posters on the wall to real, actionable systems that change outcomes. At the core of this work is one non-negotiable belief: students and their families are the customers, not the system. And if we want real change, we need buy-in…
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Building a master schedule isn’t just about plugging courses into time slots—it’s about expanding opportunity. In secondary schools, the collaboration between principals and registrars is one of the most important partnerships for ensuring students have access to the courses, teachers, and supports they need to graduate ready for career, graduation, college and life. But too…
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Here’s a simple truth: when students own their learning and future planning, they stay engaged—and outcomes improve. But that kind of ownership doesn’t happen by accident. It takes a clear, tiered framework that meets students where they are and helps them move forward with confidence. Here is an example of how to build a tiered…
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Let’s be honest: transition planning for students with disabilities can sometimes feel like checking a compliance box. Every IEP includes it. Every team discusses it. But does it always lead to meaningful, future-ready outcomes? The truth is, many students with disabilities still leave high school without a clear, supported path to college, career, or independent…
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You’re juggling a hundred spinning plates—budgets, staffing, student data, community partnerships—and still trying to make sure every kid has a real shot at success after graduation.We see you. You’re not just leading a school or district—you’re navigating shifting requirements, rising community expectations, and a system that too often leaves kids behind. And here’s the kicker:…
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School and district leaders today are navigating a constant state of change—shifting graduation requirements, evolving labor market demands, and unpredictable after-high school program admissions criteria. It’s no longer enough to have a strong plan; you need a system that can flex, adapt, and grow with you. But too often, school improvement efforts stall because data…