Michelle Obama Instagram – From breaking down barriers to higher education to helping students manage their mental and emotional health, school counselors play powerful roles in the lives of young people around our country. As a parent, it means a lot to know that our kids have school counselors to turn to for support as they explore their futures.
That’s why I could not be prouder to honor the counseling team at Woodrow Wilson High School in Los Angeles, CA, for being the winner of the 2023 Excellence In College Counseling Award given by @ReachHigher, @CommonApp, and Collegewise.
Wilson’s College Corner team, led by Elsa Gutierrez-Aviles, helped increase their school’s FAFSA submission rate by over 300% compared to this time last year. They also went above and beyond to help their students manage the stress of home and school life by setting up a “Mule Closet”—a free and confidential closet students can use to access clothing, hygiene products, and school supplies.
I was so inspired to learn about the creative and innovative solutions these educators are using to help their students succeed. Congratulations to this incredible team of changemakers at Woodrow Wilson High School. Looking forward to seeing how you support your students in the years ahead! #ReachHigher #EICC23 🎓🎉 | Posted on 11/Jan/2023 23:05:38