Michelle Obama Instagram – For the last decade, @ReachHigher has been working with @WeAreASCA to honor our nation’s school counselors for all the incredible work they do. A lot has changed during that time, but one thing has never wavered: the profound impact that school counselors make in the lives of their students. The 2024 School Counselor of the Year, Dr. Diana Virgil, is a great example of how school counselors go above and beyond for their students. After serving in the Army National Guard, she decided to pursue a career in school counseling. As the school counselor at Daleville High School in Alabama, she has worked tirelessly to provide her students with opportunities to reach their goals. From helping students apply for financial aid and scholarships to bringing dual enrollment classes to her high school to allow them to get college credit, she’s ensuring her students have the opportunities and support they need to navigate their lives and pursue their dreams. Diana—congratulations on being the 2024 School Counselor of the Year. And to every school counselor out there giving your all every single day, thank you for all that you do. #ReachHigher 🎓