### Question
What does guidance counselor mean?


### Answer
**Guidance counselor** has the following meaning in *20 U.S.C. § 1161w*:

> an individual who works with at-risk youth on a one-on-one basis, to establish a supportive relationship with such at-risk youth and to provide such at-risk youth with academic assistance and exposure to new experiences that enhance their ability to become responsible citizens

#### Citation:
  - *20 U.S.C. § 1161w*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 28-HIGHER EDUCATION RESOURCES AND STUDENT ASSISTANCE > SUBCHAPTER IX-ADDITIONAL PROGRAMS > Part W-Path to Success**

