Supporting Educators in Guiding Native American Youth Towards Their CollegeBound Journey.
A Native American College Counseling Curriculum Designed for Educators
The Native American college counseling curriculum from CollegeBound Journey® provides educators, school counselors, and Indian Education programs with culturally responsive tools to support Native students through every step of their postsecondary planning journey.
Aligned to ASCA Mindsets & Behaviors, this curriculum centers identity, culture, and purpose to improve college access and success for Indigenous youth.
Why Native Students Benefit from a Culturally Responsive College Counseling Curriculum
Too often, Native students face barriers to college because traditional advising doesn’t reflect their values, identity, or lived experience. According to national data, Native youth have the lowest college enrollment and completion rates—and most school-based support lacks cultural relevance.
The CollegeBound Journey® curriculum was developed to close this gap with a culturally responsive college counseling curriculum rooted in Native worldviews, community connections, and student strengths.
What’s Included in the Native American College Counseling Curriculum
Every one of our lessons and resources integrates culturally grounded practices, real-world planning tools, and activities that speak directly to Native student experiences.
Curriculum/Lesson Examples:
- CollegeBound Journey Scavenger Hunt
- Native American Career Exploration BINGO
- CollegeBound Path Group
- Funding Your Education
- and Much More!
Resource Examples:
- College Planning Sheets
- College Visit Evaluation Sheet
- Career Cluster Assessment
- Poster Packs
- Family Night Guides
Curriculum, lesson plans, and guides are included for FREE with a paid school or program subscription plan.
How Educators Are Using the Native American College Counseling Curriculum in Schools
Across school districts and tribal communities, educators are embedding this Native American college counseling curriculum into:
Indian Education programs and high school advisory
After-school and summer bridge programs
Targeted small groups for Native youth
Senior year transition planning
State and federal grant-funded college readiness initiatives
