Morning Session: 3 Practical Resources for Supporting Your Juniors on Essays This Year for Counselors Working with Medium to Large Caseloads

What we covered:

• Why do you want to lead students through an essay workshop?

• Resource #1: Great Essay Brainstorming Exercises: Essential exercises that can lead to stronger essays

• Resource #2: “Topic Check” Time-saver: How to use “topic checks” to help avoid students spending way too long on less-than-ideal topics

• Resource #3: Feedback tips: Tips for feedback that is specific, actionable, and kind

Links we shared:

• The Institute for Anti-Racist Education

• Black History Month Resource Guide for Educators and Families

• 40+ Ways (and Counting) That Counselors Can Help Bring More Equity to the College Admission Process

• 100+ Community-Based & Nonprofit Organizations Accepting Volunteers

• How to Make College Affordable for College Counselors and Educators

• Matchlighters

• “Let’s Talk about a Matchlighters Scholars Partnership!” Google Form

• Values Exercise

• Feelings & Needs Exercise