Mrs. Brunk is the Tiffany Ridge school counselor. She comes to Park Hill from Liberty Public schools where she worked as an elementary counselor for nine years and prior to that was an elementary counselor in Belton, MO. Mrs. Brunk earned a Bachelors degree from Morningside College in counseling psychology, a Masters degree from UMKC in school counseling and guidance and a doctoral degree from Baker University in Educational Leadership. Additionally, Mrs. Brunk is certified as a school-based registered play therapist (SB-RPT). During her free time, she enjoys reading, traveling and spending time with her husband and two daughters.

Mrs. Brunk is excited to partner with students, parents and teachers to help ensure all students reach their full and unique potential. Some of the ways in which the school counselor works to support students is through classroom guidance lessons, short-term small group/individual counseling sessions, collaboration with staff to coordinate student support and consultation with parents. If you have questions about the school counseling program and/or feel your student could benefit from working with the school counselor, please reach out via email or phone. 

There are more resources at Student and Family Support on the district website. 

Virtual Relaxation Room

https://www.parkhill.k12.mo.us/students/virtual-relaxation-room