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PowerBuddy

Overview

PowerBuddy, an AI assistant, is available in Naviance for both students and staff.

  • For staff, PowerBuddy offers AI help with using Naviance features, completing tasks, and provides direct links to reports for easier access and navigation. Ask questions like “Where can I find the student usage report?” and PowerBuddy will guide you to it.

  • For students, PowerBuddy for College and Career provides relevant insights, answers, and information without searching.

PowerBuddy for

College and Career

PowerBuddy for College and Career offers two experiences for students.

Core

  • Assists students with career and college exploration.

  • Offers college and career favoriting.

  • Shares upcoming College Visits or Events.

  • Lets students connect with colleges using ActiveMatch.

  • Provides information on FAFSA, SAT, and ACT.

  • Integrates with Roadtrip Nation and more.

Enhanced

  • Includes all Core features.

  • Adds college guidance with NACAC information.

  • Offers additional FAFSA, SAT, and ACT support with direct links to more resources.

  • Features College Compare functionality embedded in suggestions.

Contact your PowerSchool representative for more information on enhanced features.

PowerBuddy’s college and career information comes from reliable sources including, but not limited to, Integrated Postsecondary Data System (iPEDS), Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), National Association for College Admissions Counseling (NACAC), O*NET, Bureau of Labor and Statistics, and Roadtrip Nation.

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