<p>First off, the GC's at my kids high school would have loved to have only 285 kids to counsel. Currently the number is 450-500. My D's counselor was the most popular and "other" kids who weren't assigned to her regularly came and sought her advice, so her numbers were actually higher. Still, D made time to go in and meet with her periodically and it paid off. Counselor nominated her for a number of scholarships and was able to write great recommendations. Talk about where you want to go and what you may like to study. Give her some personal information too. She may not know you but it sounds like it's reciprocal. Good luck.</p>