
In Partnership With

Optimum School Counselor Residency in Rural Settings (OSCRRS)
Purpose
OSCRRS prepares, supports, and retains highly effective school counselors for rural, high-need schools by recruiting committed residents and mentoring school counselors through strong institutional and district partnerships.
Vision
What is OSCRRS?
The Optimum School Counselor Residency in Rural Settings (OSCRRS) project is a countywide Pupil Personnel Services Credential program between the Tulare County Office of Education, in partnership with Fresno Pacific University, and school districts in Tulare, Kings, and Fresno counties.
The Master of Arts in School Counseling degree with Pupil Personnel Services Credential in School Counseling authorizes an individual to work as a credentialed school counselor in a public school setting.
Program Overview
OSCRRS offers a robust project design, extensive professional development, and additional benefits.
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Application Timeline
Learn more about the OSCRRS application requirements and timeline. New cohort begins in the Fall.

Information Sessions
Join an information session for the OSCRRS project to gain insights, discover what makes a standout candidate, and build the confidence you need to apply successfully.
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Ready to take the first step toward your career? Sign up for an information session today!
OSCRRS Staff
Leslie Kelly, Program Manager
leslie.kelly@tcoe.org
Jose Covarrubias, Senior Recruitment Specialist
jose.covarrubias@tcoe.org
Non-Discrimination Policy
TCOE’s Educator Preparation Programs do not discriminate against or permit harassment of any applicant on the basis of the person’s actual or perceived race, religious creed, color, national origin, age, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sex, or sexual orientation.