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Our School Counselors are here to provide you with guidance and support as you transition through your high school career and into your future. These outstanding members of the Lyndhurst High School Community are here to help whenever you need assistance. Take some time to learn a little about our counselors!

 

Mrs. Estefania Archila, School Counselor

Mrs. Archila is a new member of the Lyndhurst High School Counseling Team! She is excited to join the team and get to know each and every one of her students.  Mrs. Archila is a Lyndhurst High School graduate, class of 2011!  Although this is her first year as a school counselor, she has been in the Lyndhurst School district for the past six years as a paraprofessional.  Mrs. Archila went to Montclair State University to get her Bachelor’s in Psychology and continued her education at New Jersey City University to get her Master’s in School Counseling.  In her spare time, she likes to spend time with her husband, puppy Milo, and family.  She is very excited to begin her first year of counseling with Lyndhurst High School. Mrs. Archila has students with the last names beginning with Ram-Z. If you need to contact her, her email is EstefaniaArchila@lyndhurst.k12.nj.us.

 

Mrs. Maureen Colombo, School Counselor

Mrs. Maureen Colombo is a middle school counselor. She attended Seton Hall University, where she received a full tuition swimming scholarship. While at Seton Hall, Mrs. Colombo majored in Communications and English. Upon graduating from Seton Hall University, Mrs. Colombo went on to work at MTV, Lifetime Television and Felician College. She also volunteered at the 1996 Olympics. Mrs. Colombo received her maters degree from Montclair State University and began working at Lyndhurst High School in 2010. In 2016, Mrs. Colombo received the Educator of the Year Award from the American Legion. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her 2 children and husband.

 

Mrs. Susan Leidemer, School Counselor

Mrs. Leidemer is entering her seventh year as a School Counselor with the Lyndhurst School District. This will be her fifth year as a School Counselor at LHS. Ms. Leidemer received her Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology from Felician College. She went on to obtain her Master’s Degree in Counseling from New Jersey City University. She attended Caldwell University for her Post Master’s Certification in School Counseling as well as becoming a New Jersey Licensed Professional Counselor. Ms. Leidemer also serves as the high school’s Anti-Bullying Specialist. Ms. Leidemer lives in Hasbrouck Heights where she enjoys spending time with her three children Ethan, Ryan and Sophia. Ms. Leidemer has students with the last names beginning with A-De. If you need to contact her, her email is SusanLeidemer@lyndhurst.k12.nj.us

 

Ms. Maryann Mule, School Counselor

Ms. Mulé is a middle school counselor.  Ms. Mulé studied counseling at The College of New Jersey and graduated in 2008 with her Master's Degree in Counseling.  Ms. Mulé is a Licensed Professional Counselor.  Ms. Mule' works to support children and families each day.  In her free time, Ms. Mulé spends time with her family and dog and loves to play in the park!



Mrs. Tori Palanker, School Counselor

Mrs. Palanker is entering her second year with the Lyndhurst High School Counseling Team! Ms. Liaci graduated from Caldwell University with a B.A. in Psychology and M.A. in Counseling with a specialization in School Counseling. Although this is her second year as a School Counselor, she was in the Lyndhurst School District for two years prior as an intern and a paraprofessional. In her free time, she likes to spend time with her husband & son, go to the beach and exercise! Mrs. Palanker is very excited to begin her second year of counseling with Lyndhurst High School and work with her students again in-person! Mrs. Palanker has students with the last names beginning with Le-Raj. If you need to contact her, her email is ToriPalanker@lyndhurst.k12.nj.us.

 

Mrs. Alyssa Radigan, School Counselor

Mrs. Radigan is an Upper Elementary School Counselor at Roosevelt School. She obtained a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology from Montclair State University in 2012 and went on to obtain a Master's Degree in Education with a School Counseling Certification in 2015. Mrs. Radigan has an open door policy with all of her students and strives to assist them with their academic, social, and emotional needs. She loves to read, travel, play with her dog, and spend time with family in her spare time.

 

Mrs Samantha Stacy, School Counselor

Mrs. Stacy is entering her fifth year as a School Counselor. Mrs. Stacy was a graduate of Lyndhurst High School in 2010; she then went on to get her Bachelor’s in Psychology from Montclair State University with a Certificate in Child Advocacy and Policy. Mrs. Stacy also received her Master’s in School Counseling from Montclair State University. In her spare time, she likes to go to the beach and spend time with her daughter. She looks forward to working with the LHS Counseling Team and getting to know her students. Mrs. Stacy has students with the last names beginning with Di-La. If you need to contact her, her email is SamanthaStacy@lyndhurst.k12.nj.us.