COUNSELING AND GUIDANCE PROGRAM:
Program Introduction
The school counseling and guidance program at Riley Creek K-8 School is grounded in the American School Counselor Association (ASCA) National Model. Further information about the structure of the RC program, including services provided, can be found here.
About Me
My name is David Fonken and I am thrilled to be part of the Riley Creek family! I hold a Bachelor’s of Arts degree in Spanish and International Development from the University of Oregon, and a Master’s of Science degree in Counselor Education from Portland State University. While I began my career as a Spanish instructor, I have been licensed and employed as a school counselor since 2013. I firmly believe in the power of a researched counseling and guidance program to measurably improve student outcomes. I take a strengths-based approach to counseling, and believe that all students are inherently predisposed to growth. At the core, my work is to help students to first understand, then develop the resiliency to overcome, personal barriers to success.
Reasons to Contact the School Counselor
- Academic concerns
- Divorce, separation, and family changes
- Educational and career planning
- Experiencing loss, death, and grief
- Peer relationship issues
- Problem solving skills
- School adjustment issues
- Stress reduction and coping skills
- Study skills
- Trauma impacts
- Abuse and neglect
- Drug and alcohol concerns
How Does a Student Meet with A School Counselor?
- Appointment made by the counselor
- Appointment made by the student
- Parent/ guardian referral
- Staff referral
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Contact Information
David Fonken
541-247-6604 x328
In person: Riley Creek office
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