Congratulations to OSCA's new Board Directors. Their term begins July 1, 2026.

Cameon Gustafson

Lebanon Community School District

I am deeply committed to the school counseling profession and to ensuring that all students have equitable access to comprehensive, high-quality school counseling programs across Oregon. This commitment is what motivates my interest in serving as an OSCA Board Director. I believe that school counselors play a critical role in shaping student outcomes, and I am passionate about advocating for systems and practices that allow every student to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.

Social-emotional learning (SEL) is at the core of my work. As a co-founder of my district’s SEL team, I have helped lead efforts to create alignment across our K–8 schools, with continued work underway at the secondary level. Through this work, I have collaborated with educators and administrators to build sustainable systems that prioritize student well-being and foster a shared vision for SEL implementation. I am proud of the impact this has had in strengthening school communities and supporting student growth.

My participation in the OSCA Advocacy Committee has further strengthened my passion for this work. Through networking and collaboration, I have gained valuable insight into the diverse needs of counselors across the state and have contributed to efforts that elevate and support our profession.

As an OSCA Board Director, I would be eager to both learn from and contribute to a statewide network of professionals dedicated to student success. I bring a collaborative mindset, a strong foundation in SEL, and a deep commitment to equity and advocacy. I am excited about the opportunity to help support, connect, and empower school counselors across Oregon.

Heather Hadraba

Counselor Educator; Lewis & Clark College

I’m Heather Hadraba, a Professional Licensed School Counselor, Clinical Associate Professor, and Program Director of the School Counseling Program at Lewis & Clark College, and I’m honored to be a candidate for the OSCA Board of Directors.

In my role as OSCA Treasurer, I have enjoyed supporting this work by streamlining processes, bringing greater clarity to financial procedures, and engaging in conversations about budget priorities and sustainability. If elected to the board, I would welcome the opportunity to continue contributing in this area, while also supporting the board’s broader goals and initiatives. The focus of my work will continue to be on the overall health and longevity of the organization, as OSCA continues to serve and advocate for school counselors across Oregon.

At a time when the role of school counselors is increasingly misunderstood and, in some cases, threatened, advocacy is not optional. School counselors are uniquely positioned to support the academic, social-emotional, and postsecondary development of all students, yet too often our work is minimized or misrepresented. I believe strongly in the collective responsibility we hold to advocate for our profession, clarify our role, and ensure that school counselors are able to practice in ways that align with best practices and truly meet student needs. Through collaboration, education, and the strength of our collective voice, we can protect the integrity of our work. I am proud to be a Professional School Counselor and would be grateful for the opportunity to continue serving on the OSCA Board.

Briana Meyer

Medford School District

I am enthusiastically applying for the opportunity to serve as an OSCA Board Director because I believe deeply in the transformative power of school counseling and the responsibility we hold to ensure every student in our country feels seen, supported, and safe. As the 2024 Oregon School Counselor of the Year, I have been honored to represent the heart of our profession—advocating not only for students but also for the counselors who guide them. This role has strengthened my commitment to elevating our field statewide and ensuring counselors have the tools, structures, and support necessary to do their best work.

Over the last six years, I have built a comprehensive school counseling program from the ground up, creating systems that not only meet student needs but also demonstrate the value and impact of a data-driven, student-centered counseling model. In my district, I have streamlined the school counseling role by clarifying expectations, strengthening communication, demanding more manageable caseloads, and providing frameworks that help counselors work more efficiently and confidently.

My commitment to a trauma-informed and solution-focused practice anchors everything I do. I want every student in Oregon to experience the reassurance of knowing their counselor is someone they can trust, and every counselor to feel supported in providing the level of care needed to be that trusted adult.

As a Board Director, I will bring a collaborative mindset, strong communication skills, and truly be someone you all - and this profession can count on. I hope to strengthen professional development opportunities in our state and expand our advocacy efforts to unifies our profession.

I am passionate about this work, proud of the progress we’ve made, and eager to support the continued growth of school counseling across Oregon. It would be an honor to serve on the OSCA board and help shape the future for school counselors.