Our Purpose
The mission of Ryder’s school counseling program is to provide every student with equitable access to high-quality, developmentally appropriate counseling services. Through academic, social-emotional, and college and career support, we help students develop the knowledge, skills, mindsets, and behaviors needed to become successful learners, responsible citizens, and lifelong contributors.
In partnership with school leaders, staff, students, families, and community organizations, our counselors work to ensure that each student’s individual needs and goals are recognized and supported.
Learn More About Ryder
Explore Ryder’s school profile, history, and the legacy behind the name William H. Ryder.
Every Ryder student has the ability to learn, grow, and achieve success at every grade level.
Every student deserves equitable access to a high-quality education and a comprehensive counseling program within a safe, welcoming, and supportive environment.
Every student can develop the skills and confidence needed to become an active member of their future school, workplace, and community.
Ryder counselors provide data-informed support through classroom lessons, individual planning, small-group counseling, and responsive services.
We’re Here to Help
Families may contact Ryder’s counseling team for academic, social-emotional, behavioral, or future-planning support.
Parents and guardians may submit a referral when a student could benefit from counseling support.
Contact Ryder directly if you need assistance connecting with the appropriate counselor or support team.
If someone is in immediate danger, call 911. For confidential crisis support, call or text 988. Illinois students may also contact Safe2Help Illinois.
Safe2Help: Call 844-4-SAFEIL or text SAFE2 to 72332.
Comprehensive Student Support
Ryder’s counseling program provides multiple levels of support designed to meet the academic, social-emotional, and future-planning needs of every student.
Parents and guardians may submit a referral when a student could benefit from counseling support.
Students with shared needs may participate in focused small groups that build skills such as communication, confidence, friendship, conflict resolution, and coping.
Counselors provide short-term individual support, crisis response, student planning, family consultation, and connections to additional school or community resources when needed.
Recognizing Student Needs
Families, teachers, and students are encouraged to contact the counseling team whenever additional guidance or support may be helpful.
Helpful Links
Use these trusted resources to request counseling support, prepare for high school, and find confidential mental health and school-safety assistance.
Submit a confidential request for school counseling support for your child.
Explore CPS high school programs, application steps, and current GoCPS information.
Find confidential, 24-hour support for bullying, mental health concerns, school safety, or concerns about yourself or someone else.
Call or text 988 for immediate, confidential crisis and mental health support.
Connect With Ryder
Have questions about Ryder Math & Science Specialty School? Connect with our team for support, resources, and school information.
