State of the Profession: Tennessee School Counseling

What do school counselors across Tennessee need to serve students well? The Tennessee School Counselor Association’s 2026 State of the Profession survey offers a snapshot of counselors’ experiences, challenges, and priorities.

Among the survey findings, 84.9% of respondents reported inadequate school counselor staffing. This data can help school communities and decision-makers understand the conditions counselors are working in and support informed conversations about student access to school counseling services.

Explore the findings

Review and share the resources below:

• Download the State of the Profession presentation
• View the State of the Profession infographic
• Download the full findings booklet

Take the data to your school district

Want to bring these findings to your school district and advocate for students and school counselors? Share the resources with district leaders, school boards, administrators, and community partners. Use the data to start a conversation about counselor staffing, student needs, and how school counseling services can support student success.

When sharing the findings, include the survey context and explain how the data connects to your district’s local needs. Together, we can make the case for strong, accessible school counseling programs across Tennessee.