Cape High counselor Joel Simon is the only Delaware counselor to be recognized by the College Board, which honors innovative middle and high school counselors. (Ellen Driscoll | Cape Gazette)

The College Board recognized Cape Henlopen High's Joel Simon as an innovative and exemplary school counselor. On top of helping students prepare for exams such as the SAT and working with special education teachers to arrange test accommodations, Simon says he and his colleagues provide career and social and emotional support to students. He is the only Delaware counselor to receive the honor.