For this Discussion, review this week’s resources. Reflect on the school issues you had when you were a student and the experiences you might have had with the school counselor. Reflect on your past experiences with an individual or a particular event that influenced you to pursue a career as a school counselor. Then, consider the professional attributes you expect to gain once you become a school counselor. Finally, think about the impact you would like to have on your students.
A brief description of the reason(s) that motivated you to become a school counselor. Identify the age group you plan to work with when you become a school counselor. Explain the impact you hope to have as a school counselor on students’ academic, career, or personal/social development.