College and Career Readiness

THE MISSION OF THE STAMFORD PUBLIC SCHOOLS COUNSELING DEPARTMENT IS TO EMPOWER STUDENTS TO BE SELF-AWARE, TO TAKE OWNERSHIP OF THEIR ACADEMIC GROWTH, AND TO PLAN FOR THE FUTURE. THIS WILL BE ACCOMPLISHED THROUGH THE EQUITABLE DELIVERY OF A COMPREHENSIVE SCHOOL COUNSELING PROGRAM. 

VISION:

All graduates of the Stamford Public Schools will reach a level of preparedness to meet success in postsecondary education, training, and workplace.

Our Stamford Public Schools graduates will:  

• Participate as responsible and productive members of society.
• Advocate for themselves and others.
• Collaborate effectively.
• Develop a commitment to a healthy lifestyle and personal well-being.  
• Engage in lifelong learning.  
• Use critical thinking skills.
• Adapt to an ever-changing global society.

The School Counselors of the Stamford Public Schools believe the following: 

• All students can succeed.
• We are advocates for students, families, and for our profession.
• Collaborating with students, families, staff and community will enhance connectedness.
• All students can grow in mind, body, and heart. 
• Using data will help to evaluate and support both student and program needs. 
• Student self-awareness contributes to college and career success.