Curricula training manual for counselors and others who work with underrepresented and underserved students (grades 7-12). Sections include resources for middle school, early high school, and late high school.
NACAC report: Preparing Students for College
Report using national High School Longitudinal Study (HSLS) to analyze the college transition process, focuses on high school freshmen college admission plans, demograhpic/parent data, and interactions with school personnel.
2009 CACREP Standards
2009 Professional standards for CACREP accreditation for counseling programs
2016 CACREP Standards
2016 Professional standards for CACREP accreditation for counseling programs
CACREP Policy Document
2015 Policy Document for CACREP accreditation
College Board Professional Development
Links to information about national and regional meetings and trainings
College Board National Office for School Counselor Advocacy (NOSCA) – Eight Components of College and Career Readiness publication
A “comprehensive systemic approach helps school counselors inspire and prepare students for college success and opportunity — especially students from underrepresented populations. The Eight Components build aspirations and social capital, offer enriching activities, foster rigorous academic preparation, encourage early college planning, and guide students and families through the college admission and financial aid processes.”
College Board Access to Opportunity
Resources for low income,first generation, and minority students including mailings, messaging, and campaigns to help them apply for the right colleges.
College Board – Young Lives On Hold: The College Dreams of Undocumented Students
2009 report draws on extensive interviews with undocumented young adults and research on immigration and educational and economic trends.
College Board – Eight Components of College and Career Readiness
2010 Framework – A “comprehensive systemic approach to help school counselors inspire and prepare students for college success and opportunity — especially students from underrepresented populations.”