Session 28: College Readiness Barometer: A Data Instrument for Equitable College-Going Practices

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The college application process can be overwhelming for students and families, especially those from low-income and minority backgrounds. The professional responsibility of a school counselor is to provide all students the necessary tools to connect adequately to college. The National Office for School Counselor Advocacy’s “College Readiness Barometer” is a data tool that can help school counselors build an equitable college going culture. (Area B: Increasing Access)

Jennifer Reed, high school specialist, National Office for School Counselor Advocacy, College Board, Washington, D.C.