Black School Counselors Are a Necessity. We Don’t Have Enough
Research shows that Black students are more likely to academically succeed when they work with a Black school counselor, but there is a severe shortage of these professionals. Black school counselors play a critical role in shaping students' academic, emotional, and career development, and their cultural understanding can help prevent misunderstandings and support students from underserved neighborhoods.
Black students are more likely to succeed academically when they have a Black school counselor. However, there is a shortage of Black school counselors in the US. According to the American School Counselor Association, fewer than one in 10 guidance counselors are Black. This is a significant decline since 2020. Black school counselors often leave the profession due to feelings of isolation and frustration with the K-12 education system. They play a critical role in supporting students from underserved neighborhoods. National efforts are underway to increase the number of Black school guidance counselors.
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