
*** Please note: This does not mean that we are doing all online instruction to start the year. As a team, we feel it is best to get the computers out ASAP as we do not know what the future holds ***
Students, Parents, and guardians:
We plan to distribute computers for students in grades 7-12 prior to school opening. Students can pick up their computers during the following times:
• Monday, August 10 (9:00am-12:00pm)
• Monday, August 10 (1:00pm-6:00pm)
• Tuesday, August 11 (9:00am-12:00pm)
• Tuesday, August 11 (1:00pm-6:00pm)
There are no sign ups required. Middle School students will pick up their computers in front of the high school and high school students will pick up their computers at our maintenance garage.
All students will receive a laptop except for full-day CTC students.

Students, Parents, and guardians:
We plan to distribute computers for students in grades 7-12 prior to school opening.
Students can pick up their computers during the following times:
• Monday, August 10 (9:00am-12:00pm)
• Monday, August 10 (1:00pm-6:00pm)
• Tuesday, August 11 (9:00am-12:00pm)
• Tuesday, August 11 (1:00pm-6:00pm)
There are no sign ups required.
Middle School students will pick up their computers in front of the high school and high school students will pick up their computers at our maintenance garage.
All students will receive a laptop except for full-day CTC students.

Last chance to take the Return to Learn Questionnaire! This is the last day for YOU to give your feedback. Please click the link and answer the questions -> https://www.columbiabsd.org/o/cbsd/page/reopening-plan-2020-21--2


Yes, this is important! Please take the Return to Learn Questionnaire TODAY! Click on the link and follow the instructions. https://www.columbiabsd.org/o/cbsd/page/reopening-plan-2020-21--2


We want to hear from YOU, and today is the LAST day to take our Return to Learn Questionnaire. If you haven't done so, please click the link and answer the questions. It will take 2 minutes or less! Click-> https://www.columbiabsd.org/o/cbsd/page/reopening-plan-2020-21--2


SENIOR Picture Information Below:
- Senior pictures are August 14, 2020 from 9am-3pm
- Seniors must register online for a session.
- No walk ins or unconfirmed appointments

Hop on to our Reopening Plan website page and take the RETURN to LEARN Questionnaire - tomorrow, August 5th is the deadline. Watch your student's video from their building, review the Reopening Plan and the athletic plan. https://www.columbiabsd.org/o/cbsd/page/reopening-plan-2020-21--2


Have you filled out the Return to Learn Questionnaire yet? It only take 2 minutes and will help us gauge how your student will learn: face to face and in building, remote learning, or online with Columbia Virtual Academy. Please fill it out by Wednesday, August 5th. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfDTwJYE3gpgCvLONnZPyxzt1e9g8xthzpdseJJMa7DQbTFFg/formResponse


Don't forget to fill out the "Return to Learn" Questionnaire by August 5th, that's only 2 days away! https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfDTwJYE3gpgCvLONnZPyxzt1e9g8xthzpdseJJMa7DQbTFFg/viewform


Attention All Parents/Caregivers: We have a couple of things for you to see and do on our ReOpening Plan Webpage! 1) Review the Parent Meeting Videos you may have missed! 2) Read the letter from the District Leadership Team. 3) Take the Questionnaire "Return to Learn". You have until August 5th to select which option best suits your student. Link to Website: https://www.columbiabsd.org/o/cbsd/page/reopening-plan-2020-21--2
Link to Questionnaire:
https://forms.gle/9HjyHBgP5TKX6NTU7


This is a reminder that fall sports physicals will be held in the gym TONIGHT Thursday 7/30 from 6-8PM. In order to help maintain social distancing we’re asking students to sign up for a time slot this year. Please do so at https://bit.ly/CBSDfallphysicals
A copy of the PIAA physical packet can be downloaded at https://bit.ly/2Z7yQNF or picked up in the office ahead of time (office open 7:30 – 4:00). Please have it filled out when you arrive to minimize the time it takes to get the physical and the time you will be around others.

This is a reminder that fall sports physicals will be held in the gym this Thursday 7/30 from 6-8PM. In order to help maintain social distancing we’re asking students to sign up for a time slot this year. Please do so at https://bit.ly/CBSDfallphysicals
A copy of the PIAA physical packet can be downloaded at https://bit.ly/2Z7yQNF or picked up in the office ahead of time (office open 7:30 – 4:00 each day). Please have it filled out when you arrive to minimize the time it takes to get the physical and the time you will be around others.

Parents/Caregivers of 9th to 12th grade students: Today is the in-person information session regarding Columbia Borough Schools Reopening for the 2020-2021 School Year at 6pm, CHS Auditorium. Please wear a mask. The District will be sending a video by email to all parents/caregivers that cannot attend. You will also receive an email with educational options for the upcoming school year.


CTC Students and Parents...
We will be holding a CTC information night on Monday, August 17th in our auditorium at 6:00pm.
Masks will be required and we will spread out to social distance.
A letter will be sent home next week with more information.

Don't forget, the School Board meeting is TODAY, at 6pm, at CHS Auditorium. This is to discuss the Re-Opening Plan for the '20-'21 School Year. Please wear a mask. We look forward to seeing you there! If you cannot attend the Board meeting in person and wish to attend, you can use the Zoom (virtual) link at: https://www.columbiabsd.org/o/cbsd/page/school-board--285


The July School Board meeting to discuss the Re-Opening Plan for the '20-'21 School Year has been re-scheduled for tomorrow, Thursday, July 23, 2020 at 6:00 pm in the Columbia High School Auditorium. Please wear a mask.
We look forward to seeing you there!


Fresh Express comes to the Columbia Community on Thursday, July 24! See flyer for details.


Columbia Borough Police Bike Auction. Saturday July 25th, 2020 at 9:00am. Pre-registration is required for on-site auction (limited to 20 people due to COVID-19 restrictions. To register for on-site auction, email armoldp@columbiapd.net by 7/23/20. Masks and Social Distancing required at all times. Location will be Sadie Lane (alley behind Borough Office) and live streamed on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/johncarlauction
John Carl Auction—Auctioneer (717) 286-8282
Benefits the Columbia Borough Police Bike Patrol. No cash please, only PayPal and credit cards will be accepted.


Due to the recent order of Governor Wolf limiting number of people in a building, the Columbia School Board meeting scheduled for tonight has been postponed to Thursday, July 23, 2020 at 6 pm.
Format for the meeting will be announced at least 24 hours in advance of the meeting on the District website www.columbiabsd.org


Don't forget School Board Meeting at the High School Auditorium, tomorrow, Thursday at 6pm to discuss the Re-Opening Plan for the 2020-2021 School Year. Wear a mask and hope to see you there!
