CHRISTOPHER COLUMBUS HIGH SCHOOL
SCHOOL COUNSELING DEPARTMENT
925 ASTOR AVENUE, BRONX, NY 10469
MRS. LISA FUENTES, PRINCIPAL
SCHOOL COUNSELING DEPARTMENT
925 ASTOR AVENUE, BRONX, NY 10469
MRS. LISA FUENTES, PRINCIPAL
ACADEMY COUNSELORS:
JUSTICE | EQUALITY |
LIBERTY | UNITY |
MS. GERSH PEREZ |
MS. RUKAJ |
MS. GRALNICK |
MR. WELLANSKY |
ROOM 232 |
ROOM 230 |
ROOM 226 |
ROOM 230 |
COLLEGE COUNSELOR: MS. EISENBERG ROOM 330
MISSION STATEMENT
As a vital part of the total educational program, the mission of the Christopher Columbus High School school counseling program is to strongly advocate for the overall success of all students in the areas of academic, career and social/personal development. In collaboration with staff, parents and the local community, the Christopher Columbus High School school counselor program will empower students with the necessary resources to be capable and compassionate learners while being valuable and contributing citizens in our diverse global world. | La misión del programa de orientación de la escuela Christopher Columbus High School es abogar por el éxito total de los estudiantes tanto en lo académico como en su desarrollo social y personal. En colaboración con el personal de la escuela, los padres y la comunida, el programa de orientación de la escuela Christopher Columbus High School asistirá a los estudiantes con diversos recursos para fomentar su aprendizaje y lograr crear ciudadanos valiosos que contribuirán a mejorar nuestra sociedad. |
PHILOSOPHY
Christopher Columbus High School school counselors believe each student is a unique individual encompassing specific needs and talents. We understand the importance of positive growth through supporting the individual in the areas of academics, social/emotional issues and career/college planning. We believe the school counseling program is a crucial part in planning and implenting programs that help meet the needs of all our students.
BELIEFS
To best implement the School Counseling Program in Christopher Columbus High School, the school counselors are committed to the following:
Christopher Columbus High School school counselors believe each student is a unique individual encompassing specific needs and talents. We understand the importance of positive growth through supporting the individual in the areas of academics, social/emotional issues and career/college planning. We believe the school counseling program is a crucial part in planning and implenting programs that help meet the needs of all our students.
BELIEFS
To best implement the School Counseling Program in Christopher Columbus High School, the school counselors are committed to the following:
- We believe that each student is unique and has the ability to be successful through strong support and collaboration among staff, parents and community members.
- We have a responsibility to provide our culturally diverse population with services that are accessible to all.
- Our program is aligned with local, state, and national standards and policies, and is designed to meet the academic, career and personal/social needs of each student
- All counselors abide by the professional ethics of guidance as advocated by the American School Counselor Association. To view the ASCA Code of Ethics, click on the links below:
- English version: http://www.schoolcounselor.org/content.asp?contentid=173
- Spanish version: : http://www.schoolcounselor.org/files/ethical%20standds%20in%20spanish.pdf
Click on the links below to learn more about CCHS:
COLUMBUSBROCHURE2(2)-1.pdf
http://schools.nyc.gov/SchoolPortals/11/X415/AboutUs/Statistics/default.htm
Columbus High School's annual report card
WEBSITE CREATED AND DESIGNED BY CARI GERSH PEREZ 2009
Columbus High School's annual report card
WEBSITE CREATED AND DESIGNED BY CARI GERSH PEREZ 2009