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Guidance counselor
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someone who is responsible for advising students about educational and personal decisions
Grammatical Information
Animacy status
animate
Plural form
guidance counselors
Who is a "guidance counselor"?
A guidance counselor is a professional in schools who helps students with academic, career, and personal issues. They provide advice on choosing classes, planning for college or careers, and solving problems that might affect school performance. Guidance counselors also support students in dealing with social or emotional challenges and may work with families or teachers to create a supportive environment. Their goal is to help students succeed in school and make informed decisions about their future.
Examples
The guidance counselor provided resources to help students apply for college scholarships.
