How to Best Work With Your High School Counselor

Learn how to help your teen build a stronger, more productive relationship with their high school counselor.

We’re excited to host a special webinar designed to help your family better understand the powerful role high school counselors play in your teen’s academic journey and personal growth.

Join us as we welcome Dan Mustari, a licensed school counselor with over 22 years of experience, who’ll share expert insights and answer your most important questions about navigating high school and preparing for college.

This session will cover:

- A clear overview of the college application components, including the transcript, essays, and letters of recommendation
How school counselors support students with academic planning, college readiness, and personal development
Expert tips for helping your teen make the most of their time and resources throughout high school

Register today and take the first step toward a more successful and fulfilling educational experience for your family.

Dan Mustari

Licensed School Counselor

Dan Mustari is a School Counseling Generalist and College & Career Counselor at Downers Grove South High School, just outside Chicago. With a focus on helping students identify colleges and majors that align with their personal values, Dan supports students and families through every stage of the college research and application process. Their work includes leading small and large group sessions, facilitating family discussions, and providing individualized counseling to ensure each student finds the right postsecondary fit.

Anita Doddi

Former University of Chicago Academic Advisor

Anita Doddi has spent her entire career in service of students—as a student affairs professional at Macalester, as an academic advisor at UChicago, as a College Admissions Advisor both in her own practice and in other firms, and now as a Collegewise counselor. Anita earned her bachelor’s degree in psychology at Williams College and went on to earn her master’s in student affairs and academic support at the University of Michigan. Anita has a knack for building relationships quickly and making seemingly unrelated connections between people and ideas, which comes in quite handy when she’s helping students identify and apply to their best-fit schools.