Counselor Ambassadors
Ambassadors from each region are cultivating peer-to-peer support, resource pipelines, and professional development opportunities for Idaho counselors and advisors!
Mentoring & Support
How to Talk to Your High School Counselor About Your Future
Your counselor is there to make sure you get the answers you need. Meet with the counselor several times each year to discuss career paths and college or technical training options. If you have specific questions prepared each time, you'll walk away with more usable information and specific tasks.
How to Talk to Your Middle School Counselor About College
Regular, one-on-one conversations with a mentor will make all the difference as you plan for life after high school. Consider these questions before you meet with your counselor and show up prepared for your next step.
Junior Achievement of Idaho
There’s a lot of talk about helping students understand the importance of entrepreneurship, financial literacy, and work readiness. But what kind of impact can these skills have on your life? Think about it. What are you going to be when you grow up? How much education will you need to pull it off? Where are you […]
AVID
AVID, Advancement Via Individual Determination, is a global nonprofit organization dedicated to closing the achievement gap by preparing all students for college and other postsecondary opportunities. AVID Teaches skills and behaviors for academic success Provides intensive support with tutorials and strong student/teacher relationships Creates a positive peer group for students Develops a sense of hope […]
TRiO Idaho
Our nation has asserted a commitment to providing educational opportunity for all Americans regardless of race, ethnic background or economic circumstance. In support of this commitment, Congress established a series of programs to help low-income Americans enter college, graduate, and move on to participate more fully in society. These programs are funded under Title IV […]
GEAR UP
GEAR UP Idaho focuses on early planning and strategies to help you get ready for college. GEAR UP will help you meet the standards necessary for high school graduation and provide you with the skills necessary to succeed beyond high school. GEAR UP students create a six year learning plan and take common college and […]
Senior Year? 11 Questions to Ask Your Counselor
Counselors can help connect you with the right resources and advise you on the application process. By doing just a bit of preparation before going into these conversations, you can ensure that you get a most out of them.