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Working as an instructional assistant for ten years, broadened my perspective on how the realities of life affects students' self-worth, personal responsibility, academic needs and basic social skills.  As a school counselor I will have a pivotal role in fostering growth in these key areas of development in all students while being able to guide them through the process of navigating their world, as they experience both difficulties and successes.

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Obtaining a Masters in School Counseling will provide me the necessary knowledge and skills to continue in my new career as a school counselor and allow me to expertly contribute to the emotional, social and academic well-being of the students and families in my community.

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I like to dabble in photography.  I love chasing the light.

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I am a wife and a mother to three amazing kids. My oldest is a Senior at Oregon State University.  My oldest son is a Sophomore at Oregon State University and my youngest son is Junior in high school.

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I live on the North Oregon Coast in the small town of Manzanita.

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I am in my third year working as a school counselor as I continue working towards my Masters in School Counseling.