The work of school counselors is complex and demanding, we are here to help.
The American School Counselor Association recommends a 250-to-1 ratio of students to school counselors in order to provide adequate academic, career, and mental health support. However, in a 2023 study they produced, they learned that the national average was 385 to 1, with some states being as high as 500 to 1, making it extremely difficult for students to receive the support they need.
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School counselors must deal with large caseloads, increasing student mental health crises, limited resources, and personal fatigue, all while trying to offer support to their students. Helping a student plan for college is not always something they have the capacity for, and advising companies like Northbridge can relieve some of that burden.
Data from the American School Counselor Association, 2022-2023
Collaboration is Key
Working in collaboration across fields within education and community services provides a strengthened foundation that students can rely on. Northbridge prides itself on its commitment to student access and support, and we could not do what we do without the relationships we've built with schools, community organizations, and nonprofits all over the country. We all share the same goal, and that is to provide vital services to our students to help them get to and through college.
What We Value
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Transparency
We pride ourselves on always being honest. Our counselors have the green light to always share the good, the bad, and the ugly.
Self-Advocacy
You are your biggest advocate. Your application is all about YOU, and our counselors will help you find your voice and share your story.
Excellence
At Northbridge, our standards are high and yours should be too. Our students are high achieving individuals and we always push them to reach their full potential.
Accountability
Our counselors work hard to hold you, and themselves, accountable. You will work together to set short-term and long-term goals, and motivate each other to reach them.
Who We Partner With
How we can benefit you and your students.
One-on-One Advising
We work with your students one-on-one to provide comprehensive support as they navigate the college admissions process. We help them build their college lists, explore financial aid opportunities, enhance their extracurricular profile, revise their college essays, and find the college that is the best fit for them.
Interested in working with us?
Complete the form to start a conversation about how we can collaborate. In your message, you can share your ideas, goals, interests, or anything else you think is relevant for us to know. Community partnerships are foundational to student success, and we would love the opportunity to build one with you.
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Once you submit the form, our CEO will reach out to you directly to schedule a meeting to discuss potential partnership opportunities.
