<p>We were looking at the preview of the 09-10 Texas common app toady. I'm a huge privacy advocate and am inclined to advise my son to check No on principle. Is there any reason the guidance counselor would need this information? </p>
<p>"Before continuing, please indicate whether you would like to release your application status (i.e. saved, submitted) to your high school counselor.
(Applicant information may be subject to Open Records Requests.)"</p>