Abstract

The purpose of this paper is to explore the role comprehensive developmental school guidance programs can play in enhancing rural student aspirations. The basic premise is that aspirations begin early and that they develop throughout life. Therefore, all students, beginning in Kindergarten, can be helped to build positive aspirations by the many adults in their environment. These adults (parents, teachers, administrators, counselors, community members) can work together in comprehensive developmental programs managed by school counselors. In this paper, developmental guidance is explained and research is reviewed which supports the notion that developmental guidance programs do in fact address the needs of rural students.

How to Cite:

Breen, D. T., (1905) “Enhancing Student Aspirations: A Goal for Comprehensive Developmental Guidance Programs”, Journal of Research in Rural Education 6(2), 35–38.

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