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Jun 2024
24m 9s

Why One School Counselor Chose Schools O...

School for School Counselors
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What if the place where students spend most of their time held the key to unlocking their potential? Meet Kristina Renn, a first-year school counselor who almost became a clinical therapist but found her true calling in school counseling. Kristina joins us to share her practical approach to creating positive changes within the school environment. She highlig ... Show More
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