Black School Counselors Are a Necessity. We Don’t Have Enough

Black School Counselors Are a Necessity. We Don’t Have Enough

By Alvin Buyinza Overview: 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 due to educators feeling racially isolated and unsupported. (WIB) – Gabrielle Brundidge knew she wanted to be a school guidance counselor since she was a teenager. The idea first came to her while discussing college plans with her guidance counse…

Black School Counselors: A Vital but Dwindling Resource for Students

Gabrielle Brundidge knew she wanted to be a school guidance counselor since she was a teenager. The idea first came to her while discussing college plans with her guidance counselor, Ms. Garcia, during her senior year at Northview High School in Johns Creek, Georgia. “She was Hispanic, and it was my first time having a school counselor that looked like me,” says Brundidge, 38, who is Black. With her patience and knowledge of the college applicat…