Ep. 62: Building Stronger Relationships With High School Counselors

In this episode of Mission Admissions, host Jeremy Tiers chats with Bethanne Bialy, a former college admissions counselor turned high school college and career advisor. With firsthand experience on both sides of the desk, Bethanne gives a behind-the-scenes look at what it really takes to support high school students—and what college admissions teams can do to build stronger, more effective partnerships with counselors. This candid conversation unpacks the persistent challenges, communication gaps, and actionable strategies for cultivating real trust between high schools and colleges.

Guest Name: Bethanne Bialy, College Counselor, Divine Savior Academy

Guest Social: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bethanne-b-777973183/

Guest Bio: Bethanne Bialy worked as an Admission Counselor at Lynn University in Florida for a little under a year and a half before moving into her current role as a College Counselor at Divine Savior Academy. Bethanne, who is currently working on her doctorate in education, is passionate about growing relationships with students and helping them throughout the college application process.

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