8 Million Students
Have Access
To A Guidance Counselor
DON'T
By helping low-income students receive college and career planning kits, you turn their gaps into graduation caps and jobs.
The U.S. average student-to-counselor ratio is an alarming
376 Students : 1 School Counselor
American School Counselor Association. (2023)
​​​​​As former school counselors and teachers, our mission is to partner with bold community and corporate foundations to close the guidance gap—because a city's future workforce shouldn’t rest on the shoulders of overburdened school counselors. ​​
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By equipping teachers, parents, and corporate business volunteers with Career Conversation Kits, we expand access and help more teens confidently plan their path to college, careers, and
jobs with your city's local employers.
Our Bold Mission
Students and adults often come from two very different worlds—generationally and socio-economically.
But conversations don’t have to be intimidating.
Our kits 100% guarantee fun, fast, and future-focused
conversations that put a smile on the face of adults and the students they are trying to help.
What's Inside Each Kit?
A Board Game and Career Game Planner
College and Career Conversation
Board Game
Spark fun and hundreds of career conversations with our engaging, fast-paced board game where players compete to graduate first while building college, career, and CTE readiness.
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(Board Game)
Career Exploration Guides​
​​​​Step-by-step guides to help students discover their interests and explore potential career paths.​​​​​
(Inside Planner)​​​​​​​​​
College Application Checklist
Organized checklists to simplify the college application process, keeping students on track with deadlines and requirements.​
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(Inside Planner)
Resume Building Tools
Templates and tips for creating a standout resume that highlights skills, achievements, and experiences.​
(Inside Planner)​​​
Interview Preparation Resources
Practice questions, strategies, and tips to help students confidently prepare for interviews and make a positive impression.​​​​
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(Inside Planner)
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Graduation
Results
Increased graduation outcomes in schools where Guidance Gap tools are used to spark student purpose, focus, and persistence—especially in underserved communities.
College
Results
Improved college acceptance and scholarship awards by giving students the vocabulary, confidence, and roadmap to see post-secondary education as a plan that's possible.
Career
Results
Higher certification attainment and career readiness—our schools see significant growth in student engagement and credentials earned, especially in underserved communities.
How To Pilot The Guidance Gap Program's
Career Conversation Kits
Option 1: Parent-Level Impact
Helps Parents Reach Students
Engage families in high-need apartment communities
Sample High-Need Apartment Communities:​
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Willowstone Meadows
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Crestview Palms
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Sycamore Springs
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Harvest Glen
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Oakshade Pointe Apartments
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Riverbend Flats
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Maple Crest Estates
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Horizon Ridge Apartments
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Briarwood Commons
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Silverleaf Terrace
Each home kit serves a family of up to 8 people
Option 2: School-Level Impact
Helps Teachers Reach Students
Target low-performing schools who would have a need for this tool
Sample City Middle and High Schools:​
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Pinecrest Valley Middle School (81% poverty)
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Lakeside Trail Middle School (76% poverty)
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Riverbend Heights Middle School (80% poverty)
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Horizon Ridge Middle School (77% poverty)
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Silverbrook Middle School (72% poverty)
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Crestline High School (64% poverty)
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Northgate High School (68% poverty)
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Southridge High School (77% poverty)
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Elmwood High School (66% poverty)
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Willow Creek High School (62% poverty)
Each class kit serves a class of up to 40 students
Option 3: Corporate-Level Impact
Helps Corporate Mentors/Volunteers Reach Students
Inspire employers to help students bridge career gaps and reach brighter futures
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STEM & Tech Partners
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Construction & Skilled Trades Partners
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Finance & Accounting Partners
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Transportation & Logistics Partners
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Retail & Customer Service Partners
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Energy & Utilities Partners
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Agriculture & Environmental Science Partners
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Media, Marketing, & Communications Partners
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Education & Childcare Partners
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Entrepreneurship & Small Business Partners
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Public Safety & Government Partners
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Real Estate & Property Management Partners​​
Each corporate mentor kit serves a mentee group of up to 8 students
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