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Diane is a true Texan &amp; Dentonite. She has dedicated over 25 years to serving TRIO students.&amp;nbsp; Diane received both her Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Counseling from the University of North Texas and is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC). Diane has a true passion for helping students identify their unique strengths and interests. She loves helping students achieve their potential and enjoys teaching workshops using creative &amp; engaging activities.&amp;nbsp; She currently works with 9-12th grade students attending Ryan High School.&amp;nbsp; Visit her Ryan High School Talent Search website here:&amp;nbsp; (https://www.dentonisd.org/page/9568).

Fun Facts about Diane:
Diane loves spending time in the great outdoors – hiking, exploring, and traveling - and has visited most of the United States and over 50 countries. She also enjoys spending time with family &amp; friends, photography, &amp; gardening.

StrengthsQuest Themes:
Adaptability, Empathy, Relator, Connectedness, Belief
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