CJH Counseling Center
Office Hours: 7:30am to 3:00pm
Phone: (253) 517-1600 Fax: (253) 517-1605
Brian Neufeld, School Counselor (last names A-K) Email: bneufeld@fifeschools.com
Deana Holmes, School Counselor (last names L-Z) Email: dholmes@fifeschools.com
Namyi Min, School Social Worker Email: nmin@fifeschools.com
Welcome to Columbia Junior High's Counseling Center homepage. The counseling program at CJH aims to address each student’s academic, personal, social, emotional and career needs, with a compassionate and student centered approach.
2nd semester schedule changes
THE SCHEUDLE CHANGE WINDOW IS NOW CLOSED.
Schedule changes for 2nd semester may be requested between January 23 and February 1. Students can request to change an elective or correct an error on their schedule only. All other requests require teacher and/or administrator approval. If you have questions regarding your schedule, please contact your school counselor.
world Language Testing
Fife School District offers World Language Competency Credits to students that can read, write, speak and understand languages other than English. Students in grades 8-12 who meet these requirements may take a proficiency test in that language and earn up to a maximum of 4 world language credits toward graduation and college entrance requirements. Students are assessed in reading, writing, speaking, and listening.
To learn more about World Language Competency Credits and to determine if your child is eligible, visit the Fife Schools World Language Testing website. Test and practice information is also available on our website.
Eligible students are encouraged to contact their school counselor for upcoming testing dates.
world Mental Health Day - October 10th
Every year on October 10th, the World Health Organization recognizes this day as a time to raise awareness about mental health issues around the world. It's a day to talk about the importance of taking care of your mental health, and how to get help if you are struggling. If you or someone you know is struggling with mental health issues - help is available. Your school counselors are here for you. Click here to make a counseling appointment.
Visit our Mental Health Matters webpage for more resources.
SEPTEMBER IS SUICIDE PREVENTION & AWARENESS MONTH
If you or someone you know is battling depression, self harm, and/or thoughts of suicide - help is available. Your school counselors are here for you. Click here to make a counseling appointment.
Visit our Suicide Prevention and Awareness webpage for more resources.
