Christopher Griffin

Counselors should always be vigilant in addressing the reality of bullying.

Those who hold leadership roles within our schools must come to terms with the fact that standards, curriculum, instruction, assessments and accountability will only get you so far in improving student achievement.

We need to support students to help interrupt the cycle of failure.

Educators should stay focused on what's important to students and help them and their families put the acrimonious public debate on education in proper perspective.

New options for students require more flexibility and inventiveness from their counselors.

The process has become so competitive that some students are hiring teams of experts, tipping the scale even further away from lower-income students.

A recent survey finds guidance counselors receiving low marks from graduates.

What's behind the explosive growth of Advanced Placement?

They need the same support as other students when it comes to postsecondary school planning.