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Meet your School Counselor
Meet your School Counselor
Mia Keliikuli
I'm a school counselor currently living in Oregon with my family on a ranch, where we enjoy the peace and connection that come with rural life. I've had the opportunity to live in California, Hawaii, and now Oregon—each place shaping my perspective and deepening my understanding of diverse communities and student needs.
I hold a Master of Education in School Counseling and began my career in special education. That experience gave me a strong foundation in supporting students with a wide range of abilities and backgrounds. Over time, I was drawn to school counseling, where I could focus even more on helping children grow emotionally, socially, and academically.
I’m passionate about working with kids and helping them find their voice and place in the world. Whether it’s through one-on-one conversations, group work, or school-wide programs, I strive to create a safe, supportive space where every student feels seen, heard, and empowered.
Announcements
Announcements
As we move into the holiday season, we may also find ourselves stressed. As a parent, and an educator, I understand how hard it can be to juggle winter school breaks, while still preparing for the holidays. Taking the time to show gratitude in our lives is a great way help combat some of the stress and burnout that surrounds the holidays. Showing gratitude can be as simple as saying 'I'm thankful for all the people in my life' or more complicated such as an exercise in meditation. Click the links below to read about some benefits of gratitude as well as tips to practice gratitude.
Benefits:
https://www.uclahealth.org/news/article/health-benefits-gratitude
Gratitude in action:
https://youtu.be/l6zL3CtYG6Q?si=M2d8x0NTMZGJ_9dw
Gratitude Exercises:
https://parents.grps.org/article/gratitude-exercises-activities-3/
College and Career Announcements
College and Career Announcements
Scholarships Application
We have over 4k OSAC Scholarship applications started! Look here for a New Scholarship Catalog landing page that includes helpful tips on searching for scholarships and deadlines. Early Bird deadline is February 16th.
Partner Resources (MS & HS)
Embark (formerly Oregon College Savings Plan)
Embark is Oregon’s trusted education savings plan, reimagined for real life. Savings can be used for all kinds of education expenses, not just college. That includes trade schools, community colleges, apprenticeships, graduate school, and more. As long as it’s a qualified education expense, your savings can help cover it. Just about every public, private, or nonprofit college, university, vocational, or trade school in the U.S. (and also some abroad) are considered eligible, as well as apprenticeships and professional certification programs. It's best to contact the institution directly to double-check that they qualify, but you can also check this list from the U.S. Department of Education.
Embark: Where Education Journeys Begin – 1 minute program intro
Embark Instagram for those who want to follow along with IG engagement
Get Schooled
Completing the FAFSA – both in English and Spanish. Get Schooled breaks down everything you need to know. The video is only in English.
Asking for a Reference
When applying for a job or internship, you will likely be asked to list a few references on your application. If you’re not sure what a professional reference is or why employers ask for them, be sure to read the Get Schooled article about references to learn more! They help you understand who your professional references can be, how to ask for them, and how to send them to employers during the application process.
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