Columbia High/Middle School Hill Campus

The 2020 Columbia High School Senior Awards premiers in less than 24 hours on our YouTube page: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gdlkHrhXDY8&feature=youtu.be

SENIORS, PARENTS and GUARDIANS: Based on guidance from the Governor’s Office and healthcare professionals, we have made the difficult decision to hold a modified commencement ceremony. Important details will be emailed to all seniors and their parents/guardians tomorrow at 10:00am. In addition, the email will contain a sign up form for commencement. Please read the email and attachment carefully. If you do not receive this email tomorrow at 10:00am, please email me directly at msmith@columbiabsd.org so I can ensure you get this important information.

PROM-EN-NOT Open to all juniors and seniors. This Saturday from 6-8pm They ask you to register online at: https://www.worshipcenter.org/event/1811650-2020-05-23-prom-en-not/ Article at the following address: https://www.wgal.com/article/churches-to-host-drive-thru-prom-for-lancaster-county-high-school-juniors-seniors/32619385

We want you to be involved! Columbia School Board meets virtually Thursday, May 21 at 6pm. Live streaming will begin at 5:55pm. All details are on the website, https://www.columbiabsd.org/o/cbsd/page/school-board--285 The public can comment on the agenda and educational items before the meeting. Go to https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScb1yeCEYmMWUsgbIimyFf2j92Fwm62LF6kvGp8UJE8nOctcA/viewform?vc=0&c=0&w=1

SENIORS: PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL! The elementary parent-teacher partnership (PTP) would like to buy all seniors a t-shirt as a graduation gift this year. Please check your email to select your t-shirt size. This is due by Friday at noon or you will automatically receive a large. If you did not receive the survey or cannot access your school email, please email me directly at msmith@columbisbsd.org Thank you. Dr. Smith

We want you to be involved! Columbia School Board meets virtually Thursday, May 21 at 6pm. Live streaming will begin at 5:55pm. All details are on the website, https://www.columbiabsd.org/o/cbsd/page/school-board--285 The public can comment on the agenda and educational items before the meeting. Go to https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScb1yeCEYmMWUsgbIimyFf2j92Fwm62LF6kvGp8UJE8nOctcA/viewform?vc=0&c=0&w=1

STUDENTS: The last day of school is quickly approaching: - Seniors last day is Wednesday, May 27th - Grades 7-11 last day is Thursday, May 28 Please finish strong and take care of all of your responsibilities including class work, service learning hours, and material return. Stay strong...you got this!!!

SENIOR AWARDS We have decided to record and publish a senior awards video that will be available on Wednesday, May 27th at 7pm. This will allow us to recognize and celebrate our seniors who will be receiving scholarships and awards and also allow them to effectively plan for next year. More information will follow regarding the location and how to access the video. Dr. Smith

Several Opportunities to get Food for your kiddos! Wednesday: Grab & Go Breakfast and Lunch, 9:45a to 11a, at Park Elementary Thursday: Power Pack Pick Up at 211 Union Street, 10a to 12p, and 2p to 5p Friday: Grab & Go Breakfast and Lunch, 9:45a to 11a, at Park Elementary Friday: Fresh Express, Columbia High School, please see https://www.columbiabsd.org/article/249222?org=cbsd for more details.

STUDENTS IN GRADES 7-11 Your last day of instruction will be Thursday, May 28. On Friday, May 29 from 10am to 4:00pm and Monday, June 1 from 11:00-5:00pm, we will be collecting computers and any obligations you may owe (library books, calculators, sports equipment/jerseys, etc.) at the high school. You will also have the opportunity to pick up your locker contents. Please check your email to sign up for a time slot to drop off your computer. It is important that you write down your time slot and come at that specific time so we don’t get overwhelmed with too many people at one time. If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to ask. Dr. Smith and Dr. Parkinson

SENIOR SHOUT-OUTS Shout-Outs to the Class of 2020 from Dennis Mitchell @ Fun 101.3FM and WITF * Parents, family members and friends are welcome to complete video shout-outs on for their favorite seniors. Video greetings can be uploaded to the fun 101.3FM Facebook page or sent directly to the station using as a private message. The audio from these shout-outs will then be played on fun 101.3 over the next month. www.facebook.com/fun1013fm * WITF wants to congratulate the Class of 2020 on your achievements and wish you a bright future. Share your stories and give your Senior a Shout-Out here: 2020.witf.org

Graduate Together 2020 Seniors...this looks like a cool event being broadcast at 8pm tonight! I know I am old because I don't know half the people listed :) Hope all is well Dr. Smith

SENIORS...PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAILS! On Thursday, May 28 from 10:00am to 4:00pm, we will be collecting computers and any obligations you may owe (library books, calculators, sports equipment/jerseys, etc.). You will also have the opportunity to pick up your locker contents as well as your cap and gown. To spread everyone out so we have time to collect the computers, we are asking all students to pick a time and sign up for a time-slot at the link sent in the email. There are five slots every fifteen minutes. It is important that you write down your time slot and come at that specific time so we don’t get overwhelmed with too many people at one time. Thank you! Dr. Smith

A one-on-one interview with Dr. Smith: questions and answers on what YOU want to know!

SENIORS! SENIORS! SENIORS! On Wednesday, a group of administrators, teachers, and community members will be delivering a Class of 2020 sign to each of your houses between 12-4pm. Although Columbia is a small town, keep an eye out for us between 12-4pm as I am directionally challenged! I can't wait to display these in each of your yards/houses! Dr. Smith

A final message from Dr. Gregg McGough, Director of Curriculum, and Mr. Tom Strickler, Superintendent - We thank you, our Teachers and Staff of CBSD. #PAThanksTeachers https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1r0dxwby2FQ

Staff Spotlight: Today's staff spotlight is Will Kiefer, who is the Founder and Executive Director of the The Bench Mark Program. Bench Mark Program is a weightlifting and mentoring program that uses exercise, academic support, and career counseling to propel at-risk youth toward successful futures. It has been an amazing partnership that we hope to continue! 1. How long have you been at Columbia High School and what is your role? a. I’m the Executive Director of Bench Mark Program, and we’ve only been active at Columbia High School since the Spring of 2019. I’m pretty new to the High School Campus. Really, I spend all of my time with the Bench Mark guys down in the field house gym and that monster hill by the track. 2. What hobbies and interests do you have outside of school? a. I love to work on my business, and everything that comes with growing a company. I love reading and learning about how other successful leaders have grown their businesses. I also love to workout (of course), and hangout with my wife and our dog Snoopy. 3. What is your favorite vacation spot? a. Every single year of my life (without missing a year) I have spent a week with my family at Bethany Beach, DE. It might not be the prettiest beach in the world, but it is my absolute favorite place to vacation. 4. Do you have any pets? a. Yes! In 2016 my wife and I rescued a pit bull/lab mix named Snoopy. He was just a puppy then, but he’s grown now and needs to be walked at least 3-4 miles/day so that he’s calm. 5. What is your favorite food? a. My favorite healthy food is a huge kale salad all decked out with toppings and ranch all over it. My favorite unhealthy food is donuts (specifically from Beilers in Lancaster) 6. Do you have any hidden talents? a. Ping pong. I’m not just your regular play-for-fun kind of player. I seriously love ping pong and play at least once/week with a good friend of mine. I challenge just about everyone who “says” they’re good at the game. 7. What is your ultimate dream job? a. To be honest, I’m living my ultimate dream job in a lot of ways right now. Sure, it would be nice to make more money someday, but that will come eventually. For now, I get to wake up everyday and do what I love to do, with a ton of people who I respect and admire immensely. 8. What three traits best define you? a. Big heart, hard working, and charismatic 9. What is your favorite quote? a. “If you want to make everyone happy, don’t be a leader - go sell ice cream” 10. What is your favorite thing about working at Columbia High School? a. The absolute best part of working with my Bench Mark crew at Columbia High School is their indomitable spirit. There is resilience at Columbia High School, and there is nothing like it elsewhere. All of my guys are incredible hard workers and they’re determined to put up a fight to become better. I think it’s because everyone has to walk up that huge hill everyday just to get to class. That builds character.

Liz Landis, Park Elementary Principal, and Eloy Rodriguez, Assistant Principal are privileged to work with such dedicated and passionate educators, watch their video here, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QTCXGp00Ofs

Dr. Jodi Parkinson, Middle School Principal gives a special shout out to CBSD Teachers and wants to thank them for giving value to our student's lives. Watch her video here, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sQ1eTxdTR_s

SENIORS! Your last day will be Wednesday, May 27th (unless you have outstanding assignments). On Thursday, May 28th we will have a computer drop off, locker content pick-up, and cap and gown distribution (more info to follow).