Parents play an important and supportive role in the high school counseling process at Cathedral School for Boys. Rather than directing outcomes, parents are encouraged to listen closely, support curiosity, and help their son reflect on what matters most to him. Cathedral encourages:

• Open conversations at home about priorities, values, and fit
• Supporting student ownership of tasks such as essays, research, and interviews
• Collaboration with the counselor rather than doing the work for the student

This approach helps students build confidence, self-awareness, and self-advocacy — skills that extend well beyond the application process.