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Extracurriculars for a Career in School Counselor

10 high school activities and programs that build real experience toward a career in school counselor.

Jewish Student Union (JSU)
Jewish Student Union · Multiple · In-Person

Students build peer support networks, mentoring, and conflict resolution skills while creating safe inclusive spaces for diverse students.

Fellowship of Christian Athletes
Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA) · Multiple · In-Person

Active listening, peer counseling, and conflict resolution through faith-based mentoring align with school counselor responsibilities.

Students Against Destructive Decisions (SADD)
Students Against Destructive Decisions · Multiple

Students provide peer counseling and support around health decisions, substance use prevention, and personal safety.

Yunasa West
Institute for Educational Advancement · Deckers, CO · In-Person

Campers develop self-awareness, emotional growth, and peer support skills central to school counseling work.

Best Buddies
Best Buddies International · Multiple · In-Person

Students build active listening, conflict resolution, and peer mentoring skills essential for student advocacy roles.

Davidson Young Scholars Program
Davidson Institute · Reno, NV · Hybrid

Program provides social, emotional, and academic support guidance for gifted young people and families.

Meaningful Teens
Meaningful Teens · Multiple · Virtual

Activity includes career advising and guiding students through their growth journey from education to careers.

Carnegie Mellon Summer Opportunities for Access and Inclusion
Carnegie Mellon University · Pittsburgh, PA · In-Person

Students practice active listening, mentoring, and peer support through community building and intergroup dialogue programs.

University of New Hampshire Upward Bound
University of New Hampshire · Durham, NH · In-Person

Offers year-round academic, college, and career services to guide students toward successful post-secondary paths.

Project Belonging
Teachers College, Columbia University · New York, NY

Students learn to create collaborative, supportive environments and develop prevention initiatives addressing student belonging and mental health.