Academically Resilient,Low-Income Students’ Perspectives of how School Counselors Can Meet their Academic Needs

Abstract

This phenomenological, qualitative study examined a national sample of academically resilient, low-income middle school students’ (N = 24) perspectives of what school counselors can do to promote their academic achievement. Three main themes and nine subthemes were identified: build meaningful relationships, build on the cultural wealth of students, and provide mental health services in schools. This article discusses implications for school counselor practice and future research.

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