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Preparing Students for the Real World<\/h2>\n

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Media Makeup<\/h3>\n

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Technical Job Skills<\/h4>\n

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Welding Pathway<\/h3>\n

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In-Demand Careers<\/h4>\n

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Downey Adult School<\/h3>\n

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Career and Education Center<\/h4>\n

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Cerritos Complete<\/h3>\n

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Community College Pathway<\/h4>\n

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At Columbus High School, we wholeheartedly believe in second chances\u2014not just to \u201ccatch up\u201d on credits, but to grow and thrive. CHS is more than a school; it\u2019s a place of belonging where students are seen, supported, and deeply cared for. Through our Steps to Success program, your child will set meaningful monthly goals and proudly track their progress along a personalized path.<\/p>\n

We\u2019re honored to walk alongside your family in this next chapter, grounded in the belief that we can do hard things together\u2014and at CHS, we Rebuild, Renew, Rise.<\/p>\n

With pride and purpose,<\/p>\n

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WASC Accredited Since 2013<\/a><\/h4>\n

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Get in Touch<\/h3>\n

Stauffer Middle School<\/span>
11985 Old River School Road
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Downey Unified School District<\/span><\/p>\n

Telephone: (562) 904-3565<\/span><\/p>\n

Office Hours: 7:30 am – 3:30 pm<\/span><\/p>\n

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Stauffer Middle School<\/span>
11985 Old River School Road
Downey, CA 90242<\/span>
Downey Unified School District<\/span><\/p>\n

Telephone: (562) 904-3565<\/span><\/p>\n

Office Hours: 7:30 am – 3:30 pm<\/span><\/p>\n

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Columbus High School<\/h3>\n

12330 Woodruff Avenue, Downey, CA 90241
Downey Unified School District<\/span><\/p>\n

Telephone: (562) 904-3552<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Office Hours: 7:30 am \u2013 3:30 pm<\/span><\/p>\n

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