Students, grades 7 to 12 can win prizes just by showing up and engaging with potential employers at the Career Fair tomorrow night.How do you win? All you need to do is: 1. Show Up (get a ticket) 2. Bring adult friends (each friend is worth a ticket) 3. Engage with employers (get a ticket)That's pretty much it: show up, bring friends and be engaging! The winner of... READ MORE >
Check out the employers that will be at the Career Fair on Thursday, February 27, 2020ABMAge in Place Home CareBoys & Girls Club of LancasterColumbia Borough School DistrictColumbia Education FoundationEcore InternationalEngle Printing & Publishing Co., Inc.Family First HealthFriendship CommunityFulton BankHershey Entertainment & ResortsImageFIRST Healthcare... READ MORE >
Tips to Get the Most Out of Career Fair 2020 Bring many copies of your resume to submit to employers.Come prepared. Before the fair, you can review the online directory of employers. If you spend a little time getting some background on an organization, then you can ask very focused and specific questions. This impresses representatives because it shows a genuine... READ MORE >
Career Fair Opportunity right here at Columbia High, Thursday, February 27, 2020 Are you ready to submit a resume and begin a career? Over 40 employers will be on site and have part and full-time work available for adults and students! This event is FREE to attend and includes dinner! No need to register, just come out and connect with over 40 employers ready to... READ MORE >
Kids Against Cavities dental program is coming to the Columbia School District!Family First Health will offer dental care in school during the school day using mobile dental equipment. In order for students to receive dental care, the student must return a signed consent form to the school nurse.This signed consent form will allow for three visits during the school... READ MORE >
Do you know about Girls on the Run?"At Girls on the Run we inspire girls to recognize their inner strength and celebrate what makes them one-of-a-kind. Trained coaches lead small teams through our research-based curricula which includes dynamic discussions, activities and running games. Over the course of the ten-week program, girls in 3rd-8th grade develop... READ MORE >
We would like to congratulate our Columbia High School Sports Hall of Fame 2020 Inductees:Front Row, Left to Right Darlene Copello (Daughter of Vernon" Ike" Blumenshine), John Thomas, Eric Poindexter, Patrick Smith, Barry Zink, Eric Rineer, Steve Deeg Back Row, Left to RightCoach Rick Bentley, Mike Wisler, Charlie Detz, Phil Benson, Ryan Draper, Kelly Houck,... READ MORE >
January Students of the Month CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR JANUARY STUDENTS OF THE MONTH! Left to right: Jocelyn Taddy—3rd grade Miles Arnold—2nd grade Payton Migdal—1st grade Ayden Weimer—Kindergarten Back row left to right Jacob Bianco—Grade 12 Emily Gambler—Grade 10 Amelia Campbell—Grade 8 Dylan Rhoads---Grade... READ MORE >
Are you, your employer, or organizations you know looking for great employees? Are you interested in beginning the process to increase your pool of potential new Team members in the future? Your opportunity is at Columbia High School on Thursday, February 27, 2020. Beginning with dinner, Outstanding speaker, Jo Tyndall, plumbing instructor at Thaddeus... READ MORE >
December Students of the Month CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR DECEMBER STUDENTS OF THE MONTH! Back Row, left to right Robert Cox, Jr.—Grade 8 Kenny Tran—Grade 9 Carmen Cayol—Grade 10 Daniel Moreta—Grade 12 Breanna Murphy—Grade 11 Brielle Jones—Grade 7 Front Row, Left to Right Kerolos Abid—Kindergarten Naomie... READ MORE >
I'm sure you've had a chance to see the beautifully painted Holiday Window Art in the heart of Columbia. The Columbia Borough School District Art Team was hard at work earlier this season and hasn't failed us with such beautiful images to look at and bring us joy. It brings a nostalgic feel for the town, one that dates back 30 some years ago. The leadership... READ MORE >
The Columbia Veterans of Foreign Wars Post #2435 recently announced the winners of the annual Patriot’s Pen Essay Contest: Brooke Droege (pictured left), First Place; Mina Abid, (pictured middle) Second Place; and Moriah Spencer (pictured right), Third Place. All three students are in the eighth grade at Columbia Middle School, Hill Campus; each student received a... READ MORE >
CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR NOVEMBER STUDENTS OF THE MONTH! Front Row Left to Right Chloe Bennett — Kindergarten Caylah Glenn — 2th grade Miya Hjelm — 6th grade Joumana Mena — 7th grade Abigail Mowrer — 5th grade Rilee Manuel—5th grade Logan Reese — 3th grade Blake Overly — 2th grade Back Row From Left to Right:... READ MORE >
Columbia School Board announces an anticipated Board vacancy. Individuals interested in filling this position should send a letter of interest to: Mr. Keith Ramsey, Board Secretary Columbia Borough School District 200 N 5th St Columbia, PA 17512. Letters must be received by 4 pm Friday, Dec 27, 2019. Interviews will be held on Thurs, January 2, 2020 at 6 pm. READ MORE >
Columbia Education Foundation Distinguished Alumni Breakfast The mission of the Columbia Education Foundation is to provide support and resources to the teachers and staff of the Columbia borough school district in order to enhance the teaching / learning experiences for the students in the school district. Columbia Borough School District hosted the annual... READ MORE >
You may have seen some of our CBSD student's painting downtown. It's not graffiti, it's spooky Halloween art! Students from 5th grade to senior high have committed their time after school and weekend hours to paint our community with their creativity. "The windows look fantastic and it reminds me of Columbia 30+ years ago," says Superintendent of CBSD, Thomas... READ MORE >
The Columbia Jr & Sr High School Theatre Department Presents: "A Family Reunion to Die For" in the Columbia High School CafeteriaFriday, November 15 at 7 pm and Saturday, November 16 at 2 pm and 7 pmFree Sundae Bar during Intermission included in admission READ MORE >
Dear Friends of Columbia,Once again this year, the tight knit community of Columbia will come together to lend ahand to those in need. The annual Christmas Food Box Delivery will take place on Sunday,December 22nd, thanks to the organizers - Columbia Lions Club and Sunsnappers, with the help of many area businesses, organizations, and of course the hundreds of... READ MORE >
Looking for the perfect gift? Look no further...we got you covered with Columbia Wear: from PJ bottoms, knitted hats, from tops to bottoms, we have something for everyone. November 18th is the deadline to hand in! Directions for handing in and picking up are on the flyer. Your location that you select is where you will pick up! This is for anyone in the... READ MORE >
Columbia Borough Trick or Treat night is changed to Friday, November 1, 2019 from 6 to 8 pm READ MORE >
CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR OCTOBER STUDENTS OF THE MONTH!CHS Students of the Month: Briana Dutton - Grade 12 Anthony Palmisano - Grade 11 Sarah Hollerbush - Grade 10 Brianna Wakefield - Grade 9 MS Taylor/Hill Campus Students of the Month: Desiree Sanchez – Grade 8 Bella Wambold – Grade 7 Kyovany Woodard – Grade 6 Hayden Quinn – Grade 5 Park Elementary... READ MORE >
“Beth and I both had the privilege of working from the ground up to start learning gardens at our children's elementary schools years ago. We invested much time and energy as parent volunteers to provide this kind of real-world experience at our children's schools. We saw first-hand how beautifully garden education fits into curriculum standards as well as how much... READ MORE >
Join the Movement: Columbia Borough School District has Initiated a New Kind of Community Involvement Creating Opportunities through Sponsorship Columbia Borough School District has initiated a new type of community involvement. We began to re-shape the views of the community and the district in a positive, forward-thinking manner. We started by adopting a brand... READ MORE >
Join us for this friendly community gathering. There will be plenty of FREE activities,food and fun for everyone. We look forward to seeing YOU as we gather to CELEBRATE Columbia!When: Sept 20thTime: 6pm to 9pmWhere: Park Elementary Playground READ MORE >
Columbia Borough School District is currently looking for a Food Service Assistant. Please find all the information, including an online application at https://www.columbiabsd.org/o/cbsd/page/employment--376 You can also visit the employment section of the website by clicking on the yellow search button and typing in "Employment". Please visit our website for... READ MORE >
Columbia Borough School District is currently looking for a Custodial Lead, 2nd Shift. Please find all the information, including an online application at https://www.columbiabsd.org/o/cbsd/page/employment--376You can also visit the employment section of the website by clicking on the yellow search button and typing in "Employment".Please visit our website for all... READ MORE >
"Students can't learn if they are in a fight or flight mode" Peter Deanello, Regional Partnership Manager of Rachel's Challenge Watch the 5 minute video and get a glimpse of the program set forth for Columbia Borough School District. The story that changes everything... https://vimeo.com/33291369 Join us, tomorrow Tuesday, Sept 10 and Wednesday, Sept 11 at... READ MORE >
Rachel’s Challenge is coming to Columbia and you are invited. Tuesday, Sept 10 and Wednesday, Sept 11 at 6:30 pm in the Columbia High School Auditorium – Students attending must be in 7th grade or above due to the content of the program. Rachel’s Mission – Awakening individual TRANSFORMATION and promoting SAFER, MORE CONNECTED SCHOOLS. More information on... READ MORE >
Press Release On 08/30/19 at approximately 9:30 am, the Columbia Borough School District alerted the Columbia Borough Police Department to a possible threat against students and staff. The Columbia Borough Police Department followed-up on the information and located a witness who heard a current student make threats toward a teacher and classmates. A... READ MORE >
Here are just a couple snapshots of the first day of school. Included are pictures from each building: Middle/High School, Taylor Campus and Park Elementary! Let's have a great year! READ MORE >
Did you know we have Facebook and Twitter Accounts for all of our schools, the district, and a Borough Community Page dedicated to the sponsors of our District? We only have one YouTube Channel! Check them out at their links below to Like, Follow and Subscribe!Park ElementaryFacebook https://www.facebook.com/ParkE...Twitter: https://twitter.com/ParkElemCB...Middle... READ MORE >
We’re thrilled to announce Columbia BoroughSchool District’s new app! It’s everything Columbia Borough,in your pocket.With the new app, you can access sports scores, cafeteriamenus, news updates, and even emergency notifications.Download the app on Android: http://bit.ly/2TG99l5 oriPhone:https://apple.co/2IRpEH7. READ MORE >
Effective with the 2020-2021 school year, all children from the age of six (6) through the age of eighteen (18) must comply with compulsory school attendance requirements. To meet these requirements, parents must ensure that their child between the ages of 6 and 18, and who does not hold a certificate of graduation from an accredited High School, is attending or... READ MORE >
Fifty-two Columbia Middle School students kicked off the summer with a week of STEM learning June 17 – 21 by participating in Creator Camp held at the Hill Campus to explore activities in the fields of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics, or STEM. STEM curriculum focuses on engaging students in those four disciplines. Creator Camp, sponsored by... READ MORE >
Columbia Borough School District is required to notify parents and guardians when personally identifiable information concerning students with disabilities, or students who were evaluated to determine the need for special education services, is no longer needed to provide educational services to the students (no longer educationally relevant). The District... READ MORE >
Where else can you find a Congressman, Senator and a Retired General all in one room? Find them today at the Vietnam Veterans Commemorative Pinning Ceremony in the Library of the Columbia Borough School District. Congressman Lloyd Smucker, in conjunction with the office of U.S. Senator Pat Toomey, will host a ceremony honoring area Vietnam-era veterans with a... READ MORE >
Following the recognition ceremony on Saturday, June 15 at 8 AM at Columbia High School, Congressman Lloyd Smucker joined by members of Sen. Toomey’s staff will participate in the unveiling of a portrait of Retired Lieutenant General David L. Mann—the 9th graduate of Columbia High School to rise to the rank of general or admiral in the United States Armed... READ MORE >
June 2019 PRESS RELEASE Lancaster, PA -- Congressman Lloyd Smucker, in conjunction with the office of U.S. Senator Pat Toomey, will host a ceremony honoring area Vietnam-era veterans with a 50th-anniversary commemorative pin. Veterans from the 11th Congressional District are invited to attend and be honored at this event. This ceremony will take place on... READ MORE >
Congressman Smucker and Senator Toomey have announced they will hold a Veterans Ceremony at Columbia High School on June 15 from 8 to 10 am. During this event, Columbia will unveil a new portrait of a Columbia alumnus and recently retired General added to the High School General/Admiral Wall of Fame. We are told that this will distinguish Columbia High School as... READ MORE >
Congratulations to May School Board Students of the month. READ MORE >
Columbia Ed Foundation presents Columbia Donors check to ATTOLLO for Columbia student scholars. Leo Silva Melanie Rodriguez Jan Carlos Rodriguez Keith Combs Board President Tom Strickler Superintendent Daniel Moreta, Dave Cunningham Foundation President Jordan Steffy ATTOLLO CEO READ MORE >
CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR BOCCE TEAM – 2ND OVERALL IN THE STATE READ MORE >
CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR APRIL STUDENTS OF THE MONTH READ MORE >
The Columbia Borough School District provides a learning environment for each student to fulfill his/her highest academic potential. The District, in partnership with the community, will prepare each student to become an independent, life-long learner and a responsible, caring citizen. READ MORE >