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Report: Parents of Prospective College Students Worry about Cost and Safety

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Parents and caretakers are always concerned about educational costs, degree competition and job placement, and if a safe and healthy campus environment is provided for their students,” said Dr. Davida L. This emphasizes a key recommendation from the paper, which is to build robust parent communication.

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A Clarion Call for Change: Four Black Scholars Reflect on the Critical Need for More Educators of Color

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

However in junior high school, it was a Black American school counselor that influenced my career trajectory into the counseling profession. For example, we add culture to everything associated with gifted and talented education, Advanced Placement, special education, discipline, college and career readiness, and counseling.

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Encouraging Private K-12 Transfer Students to Apply for Mid-Year Financial Aid

School & Student Services by Community Brands

Schools can directly communicate with these families, highlighting the specific financial benefits and support services available to transfer students. By providing timely communication, schools alleviate stress and demonstrate commitment to their students. Families also desire timely updates on their financial aid status.

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What Happens After You Say Yes? Navigating Post-Decision Steps for College

CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

Your Student Portal and Email This will become your new communications hub. You will also be expected to complete entrance exam counseling for first-time loan borrowers. Submit Final Documents Most schools will ask for final high school transcripts and possibly immunization records or placement test scores. Set Up (and Check!)

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Student Mental Health: How to Do More With Less

Thrive Alliance Group

It doesn’t take a huge budget to communicate with people. Mental health support services, such as assessments and psychological counseling, are reimbursable expenses under SEMI. To motivate them to connect with each other and with students. Extraordinary Aid. This is easier to accomplish than you might expect.

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“Move-in melt” is on the rise: Why it’s happening and 3 strategies to fight it

EAB

In some cases, melt is amplified because of ineffective communication. Reducing jargon in your communications will also help first-generation and low-income students feel supported and less like “college outsiders.” LISTEN NOW This is why communicating with students early and often is so important; you need time to build affinity.

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Is Your Institution ‘Gen P’ Ready?

EAB

This simple but effective tool allows the institution to reach out discreetly, as only designated staff members are alerted when someone raises their hand—initiating a timely response from counseling or support services. This trend started before the pandemic and has grown in recent years.