By Kiera De Guzman

Students often face the heavy weight of academic pressure, friendship challenges, family struggles, and personal battles that feel overwhelming and may make them feel small. In those moments, it can seem like someone willing to listen and help is nowhere to be found, leaving them to carry their burdens alone. Yet, amid the pain and uncertainty, there shines a steady light: guiding, supporting, and inspiring them toward their fullest potential. These are the guidance counselors, Ateneo’s true superheroes, impacting lives one word and one conversation at a time.