Attention MS Parents/Caregivers: Just a few reminders! Quarter 3 progress reports are available to view in PowerSchool. They are in the DocumentLok section. We will be having an early dismissal this Friday, March 5 to prepare for students returning five days per week. Finally, Dr. Parkinson will be holding a Parent Night on March 10 at 6pm to review attendance and safety information and answer questions about students returning five days per week. This will be held at Taylor for all MS students.
Reminder: Meal Bundle pick-up is today at Park & Taylor from 2:45 - 3:15pm for Group B, Virtual, & Homeschooled.
If you are interested in participating in spring sports please sign up through the link below.
For spring we offer the following sports:
• Boys Baseball (9-12)
• Girls Softball (9-12)
• Boys and Girls Track (7-12)
Practice starts officially on March 8th but look for preseason open gym activities to start before then. Please provide a contact number or email for coaches to reach you to coordinate these open gyms if you are interested in participating.
https://forms.gle/zHXJ4wn61Lb4us1K7
Permission paperwork and physical/recertification paperwork is available from Mrs. Nissley or Terrell. Please make sure you have all paperwork completed before the 8th!
A Snow Emergency will be in effect in the Borough of Columbia beginning at 1:00 A.M., Thursday, February 18, 2021. The Snow Emergency will remain in effect until further notice. The Snow Emergency will be to facilitate clean-up efforts in the Borough. Please see attached letter for details.
Due to the forecasted snowstorm, Columbia Borough School District will have a virtual learning day tomorrow 2/18/2021.
Due to the forecasted weather, meal bundle distribution will be held for Group B students, today, 2/17/2021, from 2:45-3:15 p.m. at Park Elementary- Cherry Street.
Reminder: Meal Bundle pick-up is today at Park & Taylor from 2:45 - 3:15pm for Group A, Virtual, & Homeschooled.
This is just a friendly reminder that CBSD is closed tomorrow to honor Presidents' Day. Enjoy your Monday off!
Reminder: Meal Bundle pick-up is today at Park & Taylor from 2:45 - 3:15pm for Group B, Virtual, & Homeschooled.
Tonight, 2/10/21, there is an Information Session at 6:30p.m. to discuss a potential return to full-time onsite instruction. Families and Community Members can view the livestream here, https://www.columbiabsd.org/o/cbsd/page/school-board--285
Tonight, 2/10/21, there is a Return-to-Learn Information Session at 6:30p.m. via zoom. Families and Community Members can view the livestream on CBSD’s School Board page. Click Special Information Meeting Link at https://www.columbiabsd.org/o/cbsd/page/school-board--285
Reminder: Meal Bundle pick-up is today at Park & Taylor from 2:45 - 3:15pm for Group A, Virtual, & Homeschooled.
Reminder: Meal Bundle pick-up is today at Park & Taylor from 2:45 - 3:15pm for Group B, Virtual, & Homeschooled.
Reminder: Meal Bundle Pick Up is today, Wednesday from 7:45am to 8:15am at the Cherry Street Entrance of Park Elementary only. This is for Group A, Virtual and Home School Students.
Due to the weather, Meal Bundle Pick Up will be tomorrow, Wednesday from 7:45am to 8:15am at the Cherry Street Entrance of Park Elementary only. This is for Group A, Virtual and Home School Students.
The front and back hills of the High School Campus are closed. Be safe friends. Photo courtesy of John R., a CHS Alumus.
Attention CMS Hill Campus parents: Quarter 2 report cards are now available to view on PowerSchool. To View: Log into PowerSchool, Click on “DocumentLOK” on the bottom left menu then select the picture icon next to 2020-2021 Quarter 2 Report Card. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact the school.
Columbia Borough School District will continue with our remote learning instruction for tomorrow Tuesday, February 2nd. Thank you, stay safe, and stay warm!
Ashley Rizzo
Superintendent
(717)684-2283
arizzo@columbiabsd.org
Columbia Borough School District
The Columbia Borough School District will be shifting to remote learning for Monday, 2/1/2021 due to the snow.
We will be monitoring the weather and will contact families Monday afternoon regarding any decisions for Tuesday’s school day.
Good Morning Columbia Borough School District Families, In order to ensure access to meal bundles during the forecasted snow storm, all Group A families should pick up meal bundles today, Sunday, at Park Elementary (Cherry Street Location) between 12:30-1 p.m. Please wear a face mask and bring student IDs.
Good Morning Columbia Borough School District Families,
In order to ensure access to meal bundles during the forecasted snow storm, all Group A families should pick up meal bundles today, Sunday, at Park Elementary (Cherry Street Location) between 12:30-1 p.m. Please wear a face mask and bring student IDs.
Reminder; Meal Bundle pick-up is today at Park & Taylor from 2:45 - 3:15 for Group B, Virtual, & Homeschooled.
Reminder; Meal Bundle pick-up is today at Park & Taylor from 2:45 - 3:15 for Group A, Virtual, & Homeschooled.
Kindergarten Registration Opens Soon!
Be on the lookout for more information on Kindergarten registration for the 2021-2022 School Year.
Currently the District is only registering for the 2020-2021 School Year.
Reminder; Meal Bundle pick-up is today at Park & Taylor from 2:45 -3:15 for Group B, Virtual, & Homeschooled.
Throughout January and February, GIANT customers can “Round Up at the Register” to help the Columbia Borough School District!
The GIANT Company is matching up to $1 million via Round Up and an additional $500,000 for CHOICE Rewards converted to grocery dollars! GIANT's donation will help continue to provide meals for our kids during this time.
Reminder; Meal Bundle pick-up is today at Park & Taylor from 2:45 - 3:15 for Group A, Virtual, & Homeschooled.
Reminder: Meal Bundle Pick Up is today, Friday, January 15th for Cohort B, Homeschool and Virtual Students at Taylor and Park from 2:45 to 3:15.
Reminder: Meal Bundle Pick Up is today, Tuesday, January 12th, from 2:45 to 3:15 at Taylor and Park for Cohort A, Homeschool and Virtual Students. Friday, January 15th is Meal Bundle Pick Up for Cohort B, Homeschool and Virtual Students at Taylor and Park from 2:45 to 3:15.
Reminder: Meal Bundle Pick Up is today, Tuesday, January 12th, from 2:45 to 3:15 at Taylor and Park for Group A, Homeschool and Virtual Students. We are now suppling meals for Saturday and Sunday.
Reminder: Meal Bundle Pick Up is today, Friday, January 8th for Cohort A, Homeschool and Virtual Students at Taylor and Park from 2:45p to 3:15p.
Meal Bundle Pick Up is today, Tuesday, January 5th, from 2:45 to 3:15 at Taylor and Park for Cohort B, Homeschool and Virtual Students. Friday, January 8th is Meal Bundle Pick Up for Cohort A, Homeschool and Virtual Students at Taylor and Park from 2:45 to 3:15.
Reminder: Meal Bundle Pick Up is today, Tuesday, January 5th, from 2:45 to 3:15 at Taylor and Park for Cohort B, Homeschool and Virtual Students. Friday, January 8th is Meal Bundle Pick Up for Cohort A, Homeschool and Virtual Students at Taylor and Park from 2:45 to 3:15.
We are looking forward to seeing our students return to in-person learning this week! We will continue our hybrid schedule with Cohort A day students attending school in person on Monday and Tuesday, Jan 4th and 5th. We are giving out meal bundles starting on Monday, January 4th. Due to the holiday on Friday (January 1st) we will have a Meal Bundle Pick up on Monday, January 4th, from 7:45am to 8:15am (Park only), you do not have to register for this one. Please register for next Tuesday or Friday by clicking the link and filling out the form, https://forms.gle/P49byEM6EpWmKB3V9
Attention Parents/Caregivers: This is a friendly reminder that we will resume our hybrid in person schedule tomorrow, January 4. We look forward to seeing our A group students in person tomorrow, and our B group students in person on Thursday. We hope you had a wonderful holiday break!
Wishing everyone a happy, and healthy new year!
Happy New Year Columbia Borough Families! We are gearing up to give out meal bundles starting on Monday, January 4th. Due to the holiday on Friday (January 1st) we will have a Meal Bundle Pick up on Monday, January 4th, from 7:45am to 8:15am (Park only), you do not have to register for this one. Please register for next Tuesday or Friday by clicking the link and filling out the form, https://forms.gle/P49byEM6EpWmKB3V9
Happy Holidays from our Columbia Borough School District Family to Yours!
Last meal bundle of 2020, TODAY, Monday, December 21st at Taylor 2:45-3:15. Free produce, milk and frozen entrees for breakfast and lunch. Happy Holidays from CBSD cafeteria.
Last one of the year: Meal Bundle Pick Up is at Taylor TODAY, Monday, December 21st at 2:45 to 3:15.
Today: Meal bundles are available at Taylor Middle School from 2:45 – 3:15PM for all families.
Reminder: Meal bundles are available at Taylor Middle School from 2:45 – 3:15PM tomorrow, Friday, December 18th for all families.
Reminder: Fresh Express is happening this Friday, December 18th. Pick up is from 3:30 to 5pm at Salem United Church of Christ, 324 Walnut Street, Columbia. Please bring a photo ID and proof of address.
Are you or your student having a technology issue? You can log onto http://pages.columbiabsd.org/ or call (717) 681-2228 for a "Technology Request Form".
Parents/Caregivers: This is a reminder that Meal bundles will be available for pickup FROM TAYLOR ONLY today and Friday from 2:45-3:15 for all students. Please remember to come to TAYLOR to pick up your meal bundles!
Meal Bundle Pick Up is at TAYLOR ONLY today, Tuesday, December 15th at 2:45 to 3:15. Park Elementary will NOT have a meal bundle service. Pick ups are for ALL students: A/B, virtual learners and homeschooled students.
All Students are now on Remote Learning model, starting tomorrow, Wednesday, December 16, 2020.
Meal Bundle Pick Up is at TAYLOR ONLY on Tuesday, December 15th at 2:45 to 3:15. Park Elementary will NOT have a meal bundle service.
Pick ups are for ALL Hill and Park Students (due to closures)
and all virtual, homeschooled, and Taylor Group A Students.
Schedule Change In Effect
Meal bundles are available at Park Elementary (Cherry Street Entrance) for Group A, homeschool, and virtual learners tomorrow from 7:45AM – 8:15AM.
Drama Production is canceled for tonight.
Reminder: Meal bundles are available at Park Elementary (Cherry Street Entrance) and Taylor Middle School from 2:45 – 3:15PM on Tuesday (12.15.20) for Group A, homeschool, and virtual learners. Group B, homeschool, and virtual learner Meal Bundles are available on Friday (12.18.20) from 2:45 – 3:15PM at Park Elementary (Cherry Street Entrance) and Taylor Middle School.
Extracurricular activities are canceled from December 12th through January 3rd. Activities will resume on January 4th.
Attention Parents/Caregivers: Quarter 2 progress reports are ready to view. Here are the directions:
1. Logon to PowerSchool
2. Click on the DocumentLOK tile.
3. Click on the “Adobe” symbol or click on the “picture” button under where it says, Q2 Progress report.
4. To download the progress report, click on the down arrow.
If you have any questions, please contact the school.
Columbia Theater Program's Fall Play will be performed This Thursday 12/10 and Friday 12/11. They will be performing the Monkey's Paw, The Tell-Tale Heart, and Trifels. Showtimes: Thursday 7:00 PM and Friday 7:00 PM. Tickets are $4 for students and $6 for adults. We hope to see you there!
Saturday 12/12 we will have two special virtual showings on our YouTube page. 2:00 PM and 7:00 PM. The 2:00 PM showing will feature the Crimson cast and the 7:00 PM showing will feature the Tide cast.
Crimson Cast: https://youtu.be/GPQA4hMwVXM
Tide Cast: https://youtu.be/xeCbvV2UOHw
Looking forward to seeing Cohort A in school today and tomorrow. Cohort B, you are remote learning. Wednesday, everyone is remote learning. Thursday and Friday Cohort B will be in school and Cohort A will follow the remote learning plan. WE GOT THIS!
If you feel sick or show any symptoms of Covid, please stay home tomorrow!
We are starting back to our Blended A/B Model on Monday, December 7th. Check out the schedule for all students!
The district has made the decision to return to our Blended Learning A/B Model beginning Monday, December 7th.
On Monday, December 7th, and Tuesday, December 8th we welcome our A students to report to school in-person, and B students will continue on remote.
On Wednesday, December 9th, all students will continue with remote instruction.
On Thursday, December 10th, and Friday, December 11th we welcome our B students to report to school in-person, and A students will continue on remote.
If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact your student’s school.
Have a safe and wonderful evening!
Yes, we are still in remote learning mode!
We will continue with remote learning this week. Please email your teacher if you are having an difficulties.
Remote Learning is in effect for this week! What may help: Set up a routine, set up a learning area that student(s) will use each day. Have your students engage with their teacher.
The school district will continue remote learning on Monday (11.30.2020) through Friday (12.04.2020). When new data is made available, we will re-evaluate and will contact all stakeholders to update them on next steps.
Enjoy your day off school!
Happy Thanksgiving!
Enjoy your day off school!
Attention Parents and Caregivers,
Columbia Borough School District will continue remote learning upon returning from Thanksgiving break on Monday (11.30.2020) through Friday (12.04.2020). We will continue to communicate with all students and families when updates become available.
CBSD Administration Team
As the holidays approach and you are a family looking for assistance during the holidays, please contact Kelly Smith to find out what assistance may be available. Please keep in mind, many community organization deadlines often close well before Christmas. Please contact Kelly Smith, ksmith@columbiabsd.org or 717-684-7500 extension 3515
The school district is continuing remote learning tomorrow, Monday (11.23.2020), and Tuesday (11.24.2020). We will re-evaluate and will be in contact with all stakeholders by the end of the week.
Fresh Express is happening TODAY, Friday, November 20th. You must register by calling 717-864-1497. Pickup is at a different location! Pick up is from 3:30 to 5pm at Salem United Church of Christ, 324 Walnut Street, Columbia. Please bring a photo ID and proof of address.
The school district is shifting to remote learning on Friday (11.20.2020), Monday (11.23.2020), and Tuesday (11.24.2020). We will re-evaluate next week and will be in contact with all stakeholders by the end of the week.
The Fall Play scheduled for Thursday 11/19, Friday 11/20, and Saturday 11/21 is postponed due to our shift to virtual instruction for the next three days. We will post again when a rescheduled date is decided.
PowerPacks will still be distributed out of Taylor and Park today beginning at 2:45pm.
Good afternoon Parents and Caregivers of CBSD
This is Dr. Gregg McGough Interim Superintendent.
The District’s Public Health Team was just made aware of a COVID 19 case from the community and through contact tracing it will impact teachers and students at all three buildings. At this time, the schools will not be properly staffed. The district is taking two(2) decisive actions.
1. On Thursday November 19th, the school district is calling for an early dismissal for students at 1PM. The school nurses at each of the three(3) buildings will communicate with those teachers and students who are considered a “direct contact.” The school nurse will contact either you or your student if he or she came into direct contact.
2. The school district is shifting to remote learning on Friday (11.20.2020), Monday (11.23.2020), and Tuesday (11.24.2020). We will re-evaluate next week and will be in contact with all stakeholders by the end of the week.
The district administration appreciates your patience and understanding in dealing with this recent incident.
If this rapid shift presents a hardship for you or your family today, please contact the principal and your student can remain with us until the end of the scheduled school day.
If you have any questions or issues, please contact your building principal.
Have a wonderful day!
Dr. Gregory McGough
Interim Superintendent
(717)681-2420 ext.1101
gmcgough@columbiabsd.org
Columbia Borough School District
District Administration Center
200 North Fifth Street
Columbia, PA 17512
http://www.columbiabsd.org
Columbia Theater Program's Fall Play begins tonight (Thursday 11/19). They will be performing the Monkey's Paw, The Tell-Tale Heart, and Trifels.
Showtimes:
Thursday 7:00 PM
Friday 7:00 PM
Saturday 2:00 PM and 7:00 PM
Tickets are $4 for students and $6 for adults. We hope to see you there!
Parents/Caregivers: If you are interested in learning more about Google Classroom, here is the link to a seminar that may be helpful: https://fb.me/e/cFduVNUJ3
This is taking place on November 19 at 11 am.
As the holidays approach and you are a family looking for assistance during the holidays, please contact Kelly Smith to find out what assistance may be available. Please keep in mind, many community organization deadlines often close well before Christmas.
Please contact Kelly Smith, ksmith@columbiabsd.org or 717-684-7500 extension 3515
Fresh Express is happening this Friday, November 20th. You must register by calling 717-864-1497. Pickup is at a different location! Pick up is from 3:30 to 5pm at Salem United Church of Christ, 324 Walnut Street, Columbia. Please bring a photo ID and proof of address.
Advanced Reminder: Typically on a Tuesday we would be hosting Cohort A in school, BUT for Tuesday, November 24th, Cohort B will report to School and Cohort A will be online. This change is due to the holiday. This change is only for November 24th.
Attention CHS and CMS Hill Campus Parents/Caregivers: Both Columbia High School and CMS Hill Campus will be open for classes tomorrow, Friday, November 12. We will be having both in-person and remote instruction.
Advanced Reminder: Typically on a Tuesday we would be hosting Cohort A in school, BUT for Tuesday, November 24th, Cohort B will report to School and Cohort A will be online. This change is due to the holiday. This change is only for November 24th.
Attention CMS Hill Campus Parents/Caregivers: Quarter 1 report cards are now available for viewing on PowerSchool. Here are the directions: 1) Logon to PowerSchool Parent Access; 2) Click on the link on the left that says: “DocumentLOK” at the very bottom; 3) Click on the picture icon of the top report titled, “2020-2021 Quarter 1 Report Card.” If you have any questions or need a hard copy of the report card, please contact the office.
Attention CMS Hill Campus Parents/Caregivers: This is just a friendly reminder that students do not have school tomorrow due to parent-teacher conferences.
A quick reminder that winter sports physicals will be conducted next Tuesday November 10th from 6-8 in the HS Gym. Signups at the following URL: http://tiny.cc/WinterPhysicals
Physical packets and permission slips are available in the office.
Attention CMS Hill Campus Parents/Caregivers: This is just a friendly reminder that we have an early dismissal tomorrow at 1pm.
Attention MS Hill Campus Parents/Caregivers: Picture retake day is tomorrow. Students need to report to the school between 7:45 and 10:30am. If they are getting retakes, they need to bring their original pictures back. If they are getting pictures for the first time, they may order online. Thank you!
Attention MS Hill Campus Parents/Caregivers: Picture retake day is Wednesday. Students need to report to the school between 7:45 and 10:30am. If they are getting retakes, they need to bring their original pictures back. If they are getting pictures for the first time, they may order online. Thank you!
Attention Parents/Caregivers: Our MS teachers want to meet you! Click the link below to sign up for the 8th grade conferences, taking place on November 11th from 12 PM -7:30 PM.
8th Grade: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/8050D4FA8AA2EA6FB6-parentteacher
Attention Parents/Caregivers: Our MS teachers want to meet you! Click the links below to sign up for the 7th conferences, taking place on November 11th from 12 PM -7:30 PM.
Here is the link for 7th Grade:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/8050D4FA8AA2FABF85-parentteacher
Tune in to the second part of the Covid-19 update zoom meeting provided by Penn Medicine Lancaster General Health. Learn about the upcoming flu season, college age students returning home and holiday activities.
Date: Thursday, October 29, 2020
Time: Noon - 1:00 PM
Zoom: hempfieldsd.zoom.us/j/99110944528
1-646-558-8656 ID: 991 1094 4528
Winter sports signups are live at the following URL: http://tiny.cc/CBSDwinter
Winter sports physicals will be conducted for those who have not yet had one on November 10th from 6-8 in the HS Gym. Signups at the following URL: http://tiny.cc/WinterPhysicals
Winter sports offered are: Basketball (7-8) and (9-12) Bowling (9-12) Bocce (9-12) Cheer (7-12) Wrestling (7-12) sorry about the typo earlier on Jr High wrestling.
Learn more about Contract Tracing, Social Distancing, Quarantine vs Isolation and Testing in this zoom webinar provided by Penn Medicine Lancaster General Health.
Date: Tuesday, October 27, 2020
Time: Noon - 1:00 PM
Zoom: hempfieldsd.zoom.us/j/98256711808
1-646-558-8656 ID: 982 5671 1808
Fresh Express is happening today and pickup is at a different location! Pick up is from 3:30 to 5pm at Glatfelter Memorial Field, 1249 Lancaster Avenue, Columbia. Penn Medicine Lancaster General Health has partnered with the Central Pennsylvania Food Bank, Columbia Borough School District, Columbia Life Network, Community Action Partnership and Hunger-Free Lancaster County to bring Fresh Express, a mobile food pantry filled with fresh produce and healthy food options, to Columbia, Pennsylvania.
Attention: This is just a friendly reminder that we do not have school tomorrow, Wednesday, October 21 due to teacher in-service training. There will be no classes for any students due to the training. Thank you! Enjoy the break!
Dear Parents and Caregivers,
This is a reminder that there will be NO SCHOOL this Wednesday October 21st, 2020. This day is a Teacher Inservice day for staff and all buildings will be closed to students.
Thank you,
CBSD Administration Team
Attention: This is just a friendly reminder that we do not have school on Wednesday, October 21 due to teacher in-service training. There will be no classes for any students due to the training. Thank you! Enjoy the break!
If you are planning on attending the School Board Meeting, please take note it's at the DAC and starts at 6pm. Per the Governor's orders, we are limited with seating. You can always find the live stream and tune in to the meeting via the zoom link, which you can find here, https://www.columbiabsd.org/o/cbsd/page/school-board--285
The School Board meeting is tonight! If you are tuning in to it via Zoom, here is a link to our webpage, you can find the link on that page! https://www.columbiabsd.org/o/cbsd/page/school-board--285
We are accepting applications for the following positions:
Full-Time HS/MS Teacher – Career Exploration focus
Full-Time Music Teacher
Full-Time Learning Support Teacher
Substitute Teacher Services
Food Service Assistant
Speech and Language Therapist
Band Front Director
Assistant Marching Band Director
Please check our employment page if you are interested:
https://www.columbiabsd.org/o/cbsd/page/employment--376
Parents and Students: This is just a reminder that if you are having technical difficulties with your computer, or if you are having internet issues, please contact the school. We will help you with these issues or put in a ticket to our IT department to get them fixed.
Meal Bundles will start tomorrow, Oct 6th at Park and Taylor from 2:45-3:15. Group A, or all virtual learners will pick up on Tuesday for Wednesday, Thursday, & Friday. Group B or all virtual learners will pick up of Friday 2:45-3:15 for Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday. All Virtual learners will pick up Monday and Tuesday. For the remainder of the week and Monday & Tuesday (group B) can pick up at Taylor and Park from 7:30am - 8:05am. If you have any questions or concerns please feel free to contact Alaina Melendez, Director of Food Services, (717)684-7500 ext.3424 amelendez@columbiabsd.org
Meal Bundles will start on Oct 6th at Park and Taylor from 2:45-3:15. Group A, or all virtual learners will pick up on Tuesday for Wednesday, Thursday, & Friday. Group B or all virtual learners will pick up of Friday 2:45-3:15 for Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday. All Virtual learners will pick up Monday and Tuesday. For the remainder of the week and Monday & Tuesday (group B) can pick up at Taylor and Park from 7:30am - 8:05am. If you have any questions or concerns please feel free to contact Alaina Melendez, Director of Food Services, (717)684-7500 ext.3424 amelendez@columbiabsd.org
Do you need work? We need YOU! We need Teachers, Therapists, Food Service, Substitutes, and Bus Drivers, just to name a few. If you have an expertise, we have the right position for you. Check out our employment openings. https://www.columbiabsd.org/o/cbsd/page/employment--376
We have an immediate need for the following positions here at CBSD!
•Personal Care Assistants (Elementary/Secondary) – 6.75-7 paid hours/day
•Special Education Paraeducator – 6.5 paid hours/day
•Autistic Support Emotional Support
•Learning Support Life Skills Support
•Substitute Paraprofessionals/PCA’s and Food Services Assistants – 4.75-6.75 paid hours per day/as-needed basis
•Substitute Teachers and Guest Teachers – interested candidates can apply online through STS – link provided: https://help.thesubservice.com/open-positions#Subs...
Attention CMS Hill Campus parents: Quarter 1 progress reports are available for viewing on PowerSchool. To find them, log into PowerSchool and choose DocumentLOK on the left side. Then you will see the 2020-2021 Q1 progress report listed first, click on the PDF symbol on the left side of the report. If you need your PowerSchool credentials, please contact the office.
Attention Parents and Caregivers,
If you would like to participate in our meal bundle program, please register by today, 10/1/20. This helps us order and prepare enough food for all. We will be sending an email every Monday with a new registration form to be completed by Thursday, for the upcoming week.
Meal Bundles will start on Oct 6th at Park and Taylor from 2:45-3:15. Group A, or all virtual learners will pick up on Tuesday for Wednesday, Thursday, & Friday.
Group B or all virtual learners will pick up of Friday 2:45-3:15 for Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday.
All Virtual learners will pick up Monday and Tuesday. For the remainder of the week and Monday & Tuesday (group B) can pick up at Taylor and Park from 7:30am - 8:05am.
If you have any questions or concerns please feel free to contact Alaina Melendez, Director of Food Services, (717)684-7500 ext.3424
amelendez@columbiabsd.org
Registration Form for meal bundles: https://forms.gle/VLnTbM9DHWH5RLBi8
Last "So What Now Series" Join in tomorrow for Learning resources for families. Through this unusual time, parents and caregivers have a new lens into how their kids learn. To help parents and caregivers extend learning beyond school, this webinar will highlight free and low cost learning resources and tools such as Wide Open School, the Readiness Check, and more for students in grades K-12. WED, SEPTEMBER 30, 7:00-7:30PM, Register: http://bit.ly/SoNowWhatSeries
Join in tomorrow for the next webinar - How to be safe online and balance tech usage in a world of virtual learning. More time online might expose kids to more mean online behavior. Help kids dodge the drama and stand up for others. Come learn tips on how you can help your family find a healthy media balance online, even during distance learning, as well as keep your kids safe online. WED, SEPTEMBER 23, 7:00-7:30PM, Register: http://bit.ly/SoNowWhatSeries
Parents and Caregivers: Thank you for your response to our first survey. Due to your responses we can make necessary adjustments to our Grab & Go program. We had an overwhelming majority of parents wanting meal bundles for 3 days reducing pick up to once a week instead of three times a week. We also put the grab and go menu option on Park and Taylor’s October menu and implemented more variety. We would like your opinion on one more item; timing of meal bundle pick up. If you have any other suggestion or concerns please email Alaina Melendez, Director of Food Services at amelendez@columbiabsd.org.
Please fill out the survey by Thursday, September 24th.
https://forms.gle/N2k4bjorNpRZLHaw9
Parents and Caregivers: Thank you for your response to our first survey. Due to your responses we can make necessary adjustments to our Grab & Go program. We had an overwhelming majority of parents wanting meal bundles for 3 days reducing pick up to once a week instead of three times a week. We also put the grab and go menu option on Park and Taylor’s October menu and implemented more variety. We would like your opinion on one more item; timing of meal bundle pick up. If you have any other suggestion or concerns please email Alaina Melendez, Director of Food Services at amelendez@columbiabsd.org. https://forms.gle/N2k4bjorNpRZLHaw9
Attention Parents: Tuesday is Hill Picture day for A group students and Thursday is Picture Day for B group students. Remote or CVA students can report on either day between 8am and 11am for pictures.
Parents and Caregivers: Thank you for your response to our first survey. Due to your responses we can make necessary adjustments to our Grab & Go program. We had an overwhelming majority of parents wanting meal bundles for 3 days reducing pick up to once a week instead of three times a week. We also put the grab and go menu option on Park and Taylor’s October menu and implemented more variety. We would like your opinion on one more item; timing of meal bundle pick up. If you have any other suggestion or concerns please email me at amelendez@columbiabsd.org.
https://forms.gle/N2k4bjorNpRZLHaw9
Please complete the Grab & Go Meal Survey by tomorrow, Friday, September 18th. https://forms.gle/PiCTFSVKKPzPHjSu6
CHS & CMS Hill Families - Group B Students:
Family First Health Dental Group will be in our school for Group B Students on Friday, September 18, 2020. If your student is in Kindergarten, Third or Seventh Grade, they are required to have a dental exam, OR, if you have received a letter from the school nurse over the summer that stated your child needs a dental exam, I would encourage you to allow these dentists to examine your child’s teeth.
If you DO NOT want your child to be examined by the Family First
Dentists, please contact your relevant school Nurse.
You have a couple more days to take the survey on the daily Grab & Go Meals. We need to determine what's best for the future. Survey only takes a few minutes. Please complete the survey by, Friday, September 18th. https://forms.gle/PiCTFSVKKPzPHjSu6
Tomorrow, join in for the Webinar - Ready to Partner: 5 Steps for a different kind of school year for families and schools. Every parent is a learning hero. You’ve got what it takes — you know your child best. But even superheroes need a team. When parents and teachers join forces, students succeed. This year it will be more important than ever. In this interactive session, we’ll share easy-to-use resources and five steps that will help keep your child on track, no matter where learning takes place, and how you, as the parent/caregiver, can effectively partner with your child’s teacher.
WED, SEPTEMBER 16, 7:00-7:30PM, register at http://bit.ly/SoNowWhatSeries
Parents/Caregivers:
The Columbia Borough School District Food Service department is reviewing the daily Grab and Go meals, and need your assistance.
Attached is a survey to give us more information as we plan for the future. Would you please take a few minutes and complete the survey by September 18, 2020. Your email address is being requested so we can contact you if there are questions regarding your ideas.
Survey Link: https://forms.gle/PiCTFSVKKPzPHjSu6
A quick reminder about tomorrow night's (Tuesday 9/15) college recruiting webinar with Rick Wire from Dynamite Sports.
Go to https://dynamitesports.com/ to register and save your spot.
Webinar Begins at 8:00 pm EST.
Tweens, Teens and Mental Health
When the coronavirus pandemic upended our lives, school, social activities and work were all pushed online almost overnight. It’s too early to know the lasting effects of this radical shift but this report from Common Sense Media explores and synthesizes the research on what’s known about the relationship between digital technology
use and adolescent mental health — as well as outlines what parents, caregivers and stakeholders can do to help. Join the webinar today, WED, SEPTEMBER 9, 8:00-8:30PM, Register at http://bit.ly/SoNowWhatSeries
Wednesday is Learn from Home Day! Please do not report to school. You will be logging in and learning from home. Wednesdays are NOT a day off school. You should have received a schedule from your teacher(s). Exceptions to the rules are 5 day per week students and CTC students.
Breakfast/Lunch is available with a school ID from 7:30a to 8:05a from your nearest school (Park or Taylor).
–Revised 9/8/2020–
IF your student is in Kindergarten, Third or Seventh Grade, they are required to have a dental exam. Please see attached...
Family First Health Dental Group will be in our District the next few weeks. 7th graders will be seen on 9/22 and 9/25 on the hill.
Are you concerned that you’re not getting noticed by college coaches? What most athletes don’t realize is that college coaches are out there, looking for athletes just like you. If you want to get noticed and learn how to connect with these college coaches and stay prepared for any opportunity that presents itself you have to be PROACTIVE!
FREE Virtual ‘Eligibility & Scholarship’ Workshop
Tuesday, September 15, 2020 - 8:00 p.m. est.
The NCAA has recently made many changes to Recruiting for ALL sports. In light of the Coronavirus pandemic and in order to keep families safe, Dynamite Sports is sponsoring a FREE Virtual ‘Eligibility & Scholarship’ Workshop that you can watch from the comfort and safety of your HOME Laptop/PC/etc. This Workshop is for Parents and ALL athletes in grades 8-12 that have aspirations of playing College Sports. This Nationally Acclaimed program, “Guiding the College-Bound Athlete” will be conducted by National Recruiting Expert, Rick Wire & “Special Guests” Sue Ramsey, Indiana University Basketball Star, 2012 NCAA D-II Women’s Basketball Coach of the Year, and Coy Wire, Stanford Graduate, 9-yr. NFL Veteran and CNN/HLN Sports Correspondent.
I am inviting ALL athletes and their parents to participate in this exciting and informative event.
You will learn the following:
• How to get Noticed
• How to make sure your Athlete will be ACADEMICALLY Eligible to play in College as a freshman
• How to get an Athletic Scholarship or Grant
• How to setup Recruiting Visits
• Why you should start as early as 8th Grade!
• Why there are more opportunities at D-III, NAIA & Junior Colleges
Participants will also receive an SAT/ACT prep program ($350 value)!
(S&H Not Included)
You MUST “Pre-Register” for this Virtual Workshop.
Space is limited! Don't miss your chance. Save your spot NOW!
Go to https://dynamitesports.com/ to register / save your spot for Tuesday, September 15th at 8:00 pm EST.
Happy Labor Day! No School!
Attention Parents & Guardians,
Family First Health Dental Group will be in our District the next few weeks- See the schedule attached for your specific school.
Attention Students and Parents: Thanks for a great first week! Here are some reminders about ZOOM etiquette. First, find a quiet and calm place to attend a ZOOM meeting. Second, Keep your video on, use a virtual background if you would like, and please do not log on and off during the meeting. If you need to leave the area, just turn off your video. If you log on and off, you have to keep being admitted into the meeting. Third, please sit up and pay attention. Act like you are in the classroom at home. Finally, enjoy the interactions with your teachers and classmates. Thank you, and have a great long weekend!
B Students have a GREAT day at School!
Remember ✓ Student Self Check ✓ Mask ✓ Computer ✓ ID ✓ Water Bottle ✓ HAVE FUN!
Tomorrow, B students show up and learn in-person! A students, zoom in! Remember, those that are not in school can get breakfast/lunch with a school ID from 7:30 to 8:05 at the nearest school of Park and Taylor.
This is just a reminder that Wednesdays are work from home days. Students reviewed the schedule with their teachers today, and they have emails with zoom links and the schedule in their email or posted in google classrooms. There will be meetings to attend, and assignments to complete. Students can pick up a breakfast and lunch at Taylor or Park school between 7:30-8:00am.
Wednesday is Learn from Home Day! Please do not report to school. You will be logging in and learning from home. Wednesdays are NOT a day off school. You should have received a schedule from your teacher(s). Breakfast/Lunch is available with a school ID from 7:30a to 8:05a from your nearest school (Park or Taylor).
Columbia Borough Students, have a GREAT day at School!
Remember ✓ Student Self Check ✓ Mask ✓ Computer ✓ ID ✓ Water Bottle ✓ HAVE FUN!
1 more sleep till School!!!!!
Couple things to remember for tomorrow (and every school day):
✓ Student self-check for virus symptoms
✓ Wear your mask
✓ Bring your computer
✓ Grab your ID
✓ Don't forget your water bottle
✓ AND, have FUN!!
2 more sleeps until School Starts!!!
Breakfast Reminder:
Students attending in person at Park Elementary should arrive between 7:50 and 8:05. Breakfast will be served for all students in the classroom.
Breakfast will also be available at Taylor and the Hill at regular times.
We are throwing a lot of "stuff" at you, we know. We want you to be prepared for the first day of school, August 31st!
Please visit our information page for 2020-21 school year. Watch the video that pertains to you student, read the letter, and click on the Self Check link. We will be giving you information all weekend gearing up for Monday! Let's do this! https://www.columbiabsd.org/o/cbsd/page/information-for-2020-2021-school-year
Good Morning! This is just a reminder that the 7th and 8th grade Virtual Orientation begins tonight at 6pm. An email was sent yesterday with the ZOOM links. It is very important that students in the B and remote groups attend this meeting, as instructions for logging in on Monday morning will be reviewed! If you did not receive the email, please contact Dr. Parkinson at jparkinson@columbiabsd.org
Attention Parents: Please check your email for information and links to our Virtual Orientation on Wednesday, August 26 at 6pm. If you do not receive the email today, please contact Dr. Parkinson at jparkinson@columbiabsd.org
Fresh Express will be distributing in one week, August 28th, see the link for details. https://www.columbiabsd.org/article/289528?org=cbsd
Deadline is Friday! Please take a moment to fill out the attached survey. Thank you for taking the time to be an involved and concerned community member of Columbia Borough. https://www.columbiabsd.org/o/cbsd/page/cbsd-superintendent-of-schools-community-survey-2020
The School Board meeting is tonight! If you are tuning in to it via Zoom, here is a link to our webpage, you can find the link on that page! https://www.columbiabsd.org/o/cbsd/page/school-board--285
The CBSD School Board Meeting will be held today, August 20th, at 6:00 pm at Columbia High School. The meeting agenda is posted on the district's web site - https://app.agendamanager.com/cbsd/meeting/view/41029/
You can plan to attend or catch it live on zoom. Zoom link will be available only a couple of minutes beforehand.
Make sure to check out our calendar of events on the district page for important dates and reminders. https://www.columbiabsd.org/o/cbsd
Attention Parents: Our Hill Campus orientation has been rescheduled and will be held virtually on August 26 at 6pm. More information will be sent in an email and text. Links will be included.
Please take a moment to fill out the attached survey. We'd like to thank you for taking the time to be an involved and concerned community member of Columbia Borough.
https://www.columbiabsd.org/o/cbsd/page/cbsd-superintendent-of-schools-community-survey-2020
Tune in or Attend the August School Board Meeting!
When: August 20th
Time: 6pm
Where: High School or Zoom
Attention Parents: Our Back to School Night has been rescheduled, and now will be held VIRTUALLY on August 26 at 6 pm. More information and a ZOOM link will follow in an email to you later this week. Thanks for your patience!
Education Updates / Schedule Changes
Please check our reopening page at https://www.columbiabsd.org/o/cbsd/page/reopening-plan-2020-21--2 for important updates regarding back to school plans.
Just a reminder that you can pick up your computers until 6pm this evening on the hill and get your schedule for the upcoming school year!
The Board of Directors for CBSD is seeking community input to help develop a leadership profile that will guide the selection of the next superintendent. Please follow the link to fill out the survey.
https://www.columbiabsd.org/o/cbsd/page/cbsd-superintendent-of-schools-community-survey-2020
Parents; Just a friendly reminder that student laptops can be picked up tonight until 6 pm and tomorrow from 9 am until 12 noon and from 1 pm until 6 pm. Student schedules are also being distributed at this time. Thank you!
It can be challenging to understand the mix of emotions and uncertainty surrounding the COVID-19. Join this 30-minute session to learn strategies and tools to strengthen your ability to cope, reduce stress, and be your best self in difficult times.
Date: August 12, 2020
Time: 5:00 - 5:30 pm
Facilitated
Attention Parents: We think it is best to get all computers out to students as quickly as possible, as we don't know what the future holds. This does not mean that we are doing all online instruction to start the year. We are just trying to be proactive. Computers will be available for pick up for Hill Campus students on Monday and Tuesday, August 10 and 11 from 9-12 and 1-6 pm at the HS. All students will receive a laptop.
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 .
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
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 this TONIGHT 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 5th to 8th grade students: Today is the in-person information session for Reopening the 2020-2021 School Year at 6pm, Taylor Middle School. 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.
Parents/Caregivers of 5th to 8th grade students: Just a reminder for the in-person information session for Reopening the 2020-2021 School Year is tomorrow, Wednesday, July 29, 2020 at 6pm, Taylor Middle School. 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.
Parents/Caregivers of 5th to 8th grade students: You are invited to an in-person information session regarding Columbia Borough Schools Reopening for the 2020-2021 School Year. Wednesday, July 29, 2020 at 6pm, Taylor Middle School. 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.
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!
We are having a special July Board Meeting this Thursday to discuss Re-Opening Plans for the 2020-2021 School Year and Personnel! Please come out Thursday, July 16, 2020 at 6pm at the Columbia High School Auditorium. Masks are required to attend.
Fall sports preparations have begun! If you have not yet signed up for fall sports please go to https://bit.ly/CBSDfallsignups and do so now. This will help coaches get an idea of how many are coming out this season!
There are two free ways you can get your physicals this year.
Orthopedic Associates of Lancaster is offering them for free by appointment on 7/11 (8 AM to 4 PM) or 7/20 (5:30 PM-9:30 PM). Please see their flyer https://bit.ly/31P7nlw for more information and call to make your appointment.
CBSD will also be hosting physicals at the high school on Thursday July 30th from 6PM to 8PM. If you will be coming to the high school for your physical we ask that you please sign up for a time slot ahead of time at https://bit.ly/CBSDfallphysicals. We are implementing time slots this year to try to limit the number of people in the building at one time waiting to see the doctor.
Regardless of which option you choose to get your physical please arrive with the physical packet completed and signed by the athlete and the parent/guardian. The physical form https://bit.ly/2Z7yQNF may be completed by typing in the boxes before printing if you prefer not to handwrite everything. If you do not have access to a printer you may pick up a copy of the physical packet in the main office from 8AM to 4PM Monday through Friday.
Please wear a mask to our public meeting tonight, Wednesday, July 1st, at 6:00 PM in the High School Auditorium for grades 5-12 to discuss the Reopening School Year 20-21 . Share any thoughts or ideas regarding the safe return of our students. Hope to see you there!
Please wear a mask to our public meeting tonight, Wednesday, July 1st, at 6:00 PM in the High School Auditorium for grades 5-12 to discuss the Reopening School Year 20-21 . Share any thoughts or ideas regarding the safe return of our students. Hope to see you there!
Students! Are you looking for an opportunity to earn some service learning hours? Columbia Presbyterian church is looking for volunteers on Wednesdays from 8-1pm to pack food boxes, and Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 10-1:30pm to play with students. Please contact Ms. Flick at 717-797-9266 for more information.
We are having a public meeting on Wednesday, July 1st, at 6:00 PM in the High School Auditorium for grades 5-12 to discuss the Reopening School Year 20-21 . You are invited to attend and share any thoughts regarding the safe return of our students. Hope to see you there!
Attention Parents: This is just a reminder that we are seeking your input for our re-opening plan! The meeting will be tomorrow evening, July 1, at 6pm in the CHS auditorium. Masks will be required, and we will have the room set up for social distancing. See you there!
Attention Parents! We are looking for your input! Please come to the meeting on Wednesday, July 1 at 6 pm in the CHS auditorium to discuss our re-opening plan for next year. Interpreters are available upon request. Please contact the district office. Feel free to send comments to Dr. Parkinson or Dr. Smith, if you can't attend the meeting.
Hop on tonight's District Board ZOOM Meeting! The link is live at 5:50pm and the meeting starts promptly at 6pm. Find out what's happening in our beloved District and Community. https://www.columbiabsd.org/o/cbsd/page/school-board--285
Attention Parents! Save the Date for July 1 at 6pm! We would like your input for our re-opening plan for next school year. We will be meeting at the HS Auditorium. Interpreters are available upon request, please contact the District Office. More information to follow.
Attention Parents and Students: If you still have your computer, charger, instrument, library books, or other school property, you can drop it off at the HS between 8-4 today through Thursday. If you have any questions, please contact Dr. Parkinson at 717-684-7500.
Only 1 hour away! We are so proud of our graduates. Please take the time to congratulate them. They deserve all the recognition in the world! Congrats Graduates!
https://youtu.be/1B7pQQGxtzs
The day is here! You can watch our graduates walk across the stage at 6pm tonight! The countdown is on, T-minus 5 hours! https://youtu.be/1B7pQQGxtzs
The countdown has begun to see our graduates walk across the stage! T-minus 7 hours! Click on the link to see our countdown! https://youtu.be/1B7pQQGxtzs
Friends and Family of our Graduates, Tune in to the 2020 Columbia High School Graduating Senior Video. Premiers June 12th at 6:00 pm on our YouTube page, https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLHiNIYJBmYzqkJoNx53AGw/featured
We are so proud of the 96 graduates that have walked the stage and received their diploma last week. A 100% turn out rate, we are truly overjoyed with their accomplishments. We have taken pictures, and videos of each graduate and are looking forward to June 12th at 6pm when the compilation video airs. We will have more information available closer to the time.
Attention Parents and students: If you have not returned your computer or other school items, please drop them off in the Park Elementary school lobby from 8-2pm today through Thursday.
Friends and Family of Seniors,
Tune in to the 2020 Columbia High School Senior Awards. Premiers at 7:00 pm tonight on our YouTube page, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gdlkHrhXDY8&feature=youtu.be&fbclid=IwAR3W_6GBYy52EsZ5fxWVht5lvEuabtNF4K7ulUbMIs15zEt8iZMtreygyKo
Attention 7th graders! The last fun Friday activity of the school year begins at 9am. Please check Mr. Moore's google classroom for the link!
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
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
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.
Attention 7th graders! Check your email or Mr. Moore's classroom for your link to tomorrow's Fun Friday. The activity will begin at 9am!
Tonight would have been our District Band Concert. Here is a message from Miss Noll and Mr. Stauffer.
A one-on-one interview with Dr. Smith: questions and answers on what YOU want to know!
Happy Mother's Day! We wish you a restful and relaxing day!
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
Attention 7th graders! Check your email and attend our fun Friday events beginning at 9am today!
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
We are excited to share our first student video announcements during Covid-19. Please watch at the link provided. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Rl4tjaWWaE8
Great job to our students who created these announcements!
I hope all is well with everyone!
Dr. Smith
A special thank you to our teachers from Dr. Mike Smith and Mr. Rob Kedney. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a7xE2Fwhf18
#PAThanksTeachers
Teachers are real-life heroes in the lives of many kids. Our students are giving their gratitude in this cute video! https://youtu.be/ulUnO0Nvolc #PAThanksTeachers
Remember to post a picture of your student with a thank you note with the hashtag #PAThanksTeachers
CBSD would like to welcome the North Museum of Nature and Science as an official learning partner. Their innovative team of education experts is designing fun & interactive learn-from-home STEM activities. Please access & use this resources to spark scientific wonderings and exploration from home. https://sites.google.com/view/cbsdlearnfromhome/stem-social-studies/north-museum-collaboration
Columbia Borough School District and North Museum of Nature and Science joined as online partners. North Museum's innovative experts are designing interactive STEM activities. Access the materials at: www.columbiabsd.org OR https://sites.google.com/view/cbsdlearnfromhome/home
No need for a cape when you have an apron!
How are we celebrating our School Lunch Heroes? With Ice Cream of course! Tomorrow, Friday, May 1st, stop by Park Elementary, on Cherry Street, between 9:45 and 11a to get your breakfast, lunch and your FREE Ice Cream!
Columbia Borough is getting in on the action as they are supporting our Class of 2020, Thank you!
#TIDELightsSupportSeniors2020
Crimson Couch Potatoes- Quarantine Survival Group
Remember when it was so hard to wake up and walk to school? Now you may be having a hard time being stuck at home, focusing on distance learning, or even getting out of bed in the morning…before 1:00pm. If you are, you are not alone!
Join us for a virtual support group where you will be able to connect with other students and share your thoughts, experiences and frustrations. The group will also teach you skills to help you survive and THRIVE during this unexpected situation. Topics include:
- Time Management
- Self- Care
- Healthy Choices
- Social Connection
- Stress Management
- Coping Skills
- Overcoming Boredom
Remember, support groups require both parent and student permission and are ALWAYS confidential. Contact your School Counselor today if you are interested in signing up!
Middle School (5th-8th) – email Ms. Ware at eware@columbiabsd.org
High School (9th-12th) – email Mr. Mundy at cmundy@columbiabsd.org or Ms. Jones at mjones@columbiabsd.org
Important video message to Parents and Caregivers from Superintendent, Mr. Strickler: Please click on the link and half way down the screen is the video. https://www.columbiabsd.org/o/cbsd/page/continuity-of-education-plan--4
Attention 7th graders: Tomorrow, the 7th grade teachers are having another Friday Fun Zoom at 9 AM. This is not mandatory for students, but just some greatly needed fun interaction. We will be playing another Kahoot game this week. The link is posted on Mr. Moore's Google Classroom page and in your school email!
Happy Administrative Assistant's Day to Miss Garner, Mrs. Brown, Mrs. Nissley, and Mrs. Smith! The MS Hill Campus and HS faculty and students appreciate everything that you do for all of us each day!
Today is TIDE PRIDE DAY!!! Remember to send Dr. Parkinson pictures of you in your crimson and gold!
The MS honors our first responders, hospital workers, and essential personnel by wearing Red, White, and Blue!
Honoring Ryan Hinkle, a junior firefighter!
Today is wear Red, White, and Blue day to honor our first responders, hospital workers, and all essential workers! Please send your photos to Dr. Parkinson at jparkinson@columbiabsd.org I would love to publish all of your pictures!
A few photos of our Sports Virtual Spirit Day!
As a Parent/Caregiver, you might be asking how can the Stay at Home Resources benefit your child? They are just another tool to help your student's leverage their education. Teachers can help guide them every step of the way. https://sites.google.com/view/cbsdlearnfromhome/home
The tree on the roof of Columbia High School will be lit tonight, April 20, 2020 at 20:20 hours. Please show your support by lighting your holiday lights. #TIDELightsSupportSeniors2020
Crazy Socks from today's virtual spirit day! Thanks to all who sent in pictures.
To our Columbia Community,
In honor of our Columbia High Seniors, we are lighting the Christmas Tree on top of the High School every night, starting tomorrow, April 20th until graduation. We invite you to show your support by lighting your Holiday lights too. Take a picture and post it with #TIDELightsSupportSeniors2020
We will dedicate a page on our website for our seniors and your photos!
Our Children are Little Heroes, Too!
They are missing their grandparents, extended family, friends and school.
They lack normal routines, and the loss of structure to their day.
Their parents maybe stressed, worried scared and just different.
They overhear talk and news without an understanding of what they hear.
Give your little hero more cuddles, more one-on-one playtime, and an extra dose of patience and forgiveness.
Please visit our Useful Links section of our COVID-19 Updates page for resources to help you and your family through the pandemic. https://www.columbiabsd.org/o/cbsd/page/covid-19-updates--2
It has been amazing to watch the Columbia Borough SD transform into a culture that fosters educational innovation. Thanks for our first week of new instruction! #CBSDlearns
Students and Parents: Please join us next week, Monday April 20th through Thursday, April 24 for a virtual spirit week. Please send your middle school pictures to jparkinson@columbiabsd.org
In addition, please use the hashtag #TidePride if you post pictures on Twitter! Let's have some fun this coming week!!! We can't wait to see your school spirit shine! You can send in student pictures, family pictures, and staff pictures!
Columbia Borough School District Virtual Spirit Week:
Monday – Crazy Sock Day: Start the week off right by getting a little crazy and wearing the craziest socks you have!
Tuesday – Sports/Extracurricular Activity Day: Wear your Columbia Sports/Activity attire or even professional sports attire in honor of students that are missing activities that they enjoy.
Wednesday – Red, White and Blue Day – In honor of our first responders, hospital workers, grocery workers, truck drivers and ALL essential workers.
Thursday – Tide Pride: Show your Tide Pride by wearing Crimson and Gold!
Kindergarten Registration is now open and online. Please visit https://www.columbiabsd.org/o/cbsd/page/kindergarten-registration-is-now-open for full details.
Attention 7th grade students! There will be a full grade ZOOM meeting tomorrow at 9am to play a game with all of your friends and teachers! Please see your email for the ZOOM log in! Have a Great FRIDAY!
Power Packs can be picked up 3 different time slots:
1. Thursday from 10-Noon at 221 Union Street
2. Thursday from 2 to 5pm at 221 Union Street
3. Friday from 9:45 to 11 at Park Elementary during Grab & Go
Power Packs can be picked up 3 different time slots:
1. Thursday from 10-Noon at 221 Union Street
2. Thursday from 2 to 5pm at 221 Union Street
3. Friday from 9:45 to 11 at Park Elementary during Grab & Go
For Postponements, Cancellations, and Scheduled Grab & Go Pick-ups and Power Packs, please see our District Events Calendar on our main website page https://www.columbiabsd.org/o/cbsd/events
Kindergarten Registration is now open and online. Please visit https://www.columbiabsd.org/o/cbsd/page/kindergarten-registration-is-now-open for full details.
DID YOU KNOW? Beginning on Monday, April 13, teachers will be taking attendance and grading all assignments provided online. Please be sure that your students are logging in, attending class meetings, and completing assignments.
Social Emotional Learning is on our Google Site of FREE learning resources for families. We wanted our learners to know that it is still important in virtual learning. https://sites.google.com/view/cbsdlearnfromhome/health-well-being/social-emotional-learning
Parents: This is a reminder that beginning on Monday, April 13 teachers will be taking attendance and grading all assignments provided online. Please be sure that your students are logging in, attending class meetings, and completing assignments. If you have questions, please contact us.
Excellent Tips for Learning at Home, click the image for a full view! Remember to head on over to CBSD Learn from Home for FREE education tools https://sites.google.com/view/cbsdlearnfromhome/home
Kindergarten Registration is Now Open Online! Please see the link for details, https://www.columbiabsd.org/o/cbsd/page/kindergarten-registration-is-now-open
If you haven't downloaded our APP, do so! It's a wonderful tool to find out what's going on in the district. Our website (on desktop) is even better when you need to find something specific. The search bar is user friendly and can point you in the direction of what you are looking for..
If you haven't downloaded our APP, do so! It's a wonderful tool to find out what's going on in the district. Our website (on desktop) is even better when you need to find something specific. The search bar is user-friendly and can direct you to what you are looking for.
During the course of the week, please Tweet a picture of Learning From Home to #CBSDlearns
Stop on out to Park Elementary for Grab & Go Breakfast and Lunch! We are hear for a couple more minutes! As always we have great menu items on the list this week! We are here from 9:45 to 11, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. Friday the District is Closed.
Last chance to get a refund on GOTR Registration is TODAY. Please see our news page for details, https://www.columbiabsd.org/article/225118?org=cbsd
Reminder for GOTR Registration Fee Refund deadline is Monday, April 6. Please see details on our news page, https://www.columbiabsd.org/article/225118?org=cbsd
Parents: Here are some instructional videos if you or your students are having trouble opening or attaching assignments to Google Classrooms:
How to attach a file:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FcA0Epv8CIk
How to open a document so you can write on it:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pt73IagtJ5w
(Start it at 2:30 into the video).
If you still need assistance, please contact your child's teachers. Stay Safe!!!
Are you just yearning to travel the world? Well look no further, this trip is FREE and you can hop from once place to another...Take a field trip from your couch and visit Germany, Russia, Japan, the world is yours to explore. Click to journey through this amazing world, https://sites.google.com/view/cbsdlearnfromhome/art-music-movement/k-12-couch-field-trips
Yoga, mindfulness and relaxation designed specially for kids aged 3+, used in schools and homes all over the world, click on our movement and exercise tab of our home learning website, https://sites.google.com/view/cbsdlearnfromhome/art-music-movement/movement-exercise
Find what's right for you and your family.
Power Packs is continuing tomorrow, while school is closed. Two places to pick up: Park Elementary Cafeteria entrance from 9:45am to 11am, or 221 Union Street from 10am to Noon or 2pm to 5pm
Did you know you can watch a lion, panda and elephant roam around by watching a live cam? Visit the Smithsonian National Zoo, or Monterey Bay Aquarium and watch the penguins play! Click here...https://sites.google.com/view/cbsdlearnfromhome/stem-social-studies/live-cams
Is your child creative? Log on to our STEM and Social Studies tab and go down to Scratch: You can program your own interactive stories, games, and animations — and share your creations with others in the online community. Scratch helps young people learn to think creatively, reason systematically, and work collaboratively — essential skills for life in the 21st century. https://sites.google.com/view/cbsdlearnfromhome/stem-social-studies/middle-school-resources
What's on the Grab & Go Menu this week? Check it out! Only serving at Park Elementary. Taylor will not be a serving location. Same time, 9:45 to 11am, everyday of the week.
Is your child creative? Log on to our STEM and Social Studies tab and go down to Scratch: You can program your own interactive stories, games, and animations — and share your creations with others in the online community.
Scratch helps young people learn to think creatively, reason systematically, and work collaboratively — essential skills for life in the 21st century.
https://sites.google.com/view/cbsdlearnfromhome/stem-social-studies/middle-school-resources
Our teachers are available for you! You can email your child's teacher by clicking on the building the teacher resides in, on our website or APP, and then clicking "Staff". If you haven't received a call from your child's teacher, please call the district at 717-684-2283 and leave a message for the principal, they will be in touch. And remember, post a pic of the first week of learning online, and hashtag, #cbsdlearnsonline
Did you know you can sign up for FREE online IVY League Courses, from Princeton, Cornell, Harvard, Yale, the list goes on! WHAT?!?! YES! Click the link and check it out, https://sites.google.com/view/cbsdlearnfromhome/reading/high-school-resources
Governor Wolf has extended school closure until further notice. Columbia School District Continuity of Education Online Learning, which started today, will continue until the Governor reopens schools. Please email your teacher, if you missed today's start, to connect Online.
It's important to get our students learning online. With continuing education with enrichment and reviewing, we can all be connected to some normalcy. Take a picture of your student's first week of online learning and hashtag, #cbsdlearnsonline
Please take note, all Grab & Go Breakfasts and Lunches are only at Park Elementary! Serving 9:45 to 11am, Monday through Friday. New Menu!! Check it out!
What's on the Grab & Go Menu this week, check it out! Only serving at Park Elementary. Taylor will not be a serving location. Same time, 9:45 to 11am., everyday of the week.
The school districts in Lancaster and Lebanon Counties are participating in a Virtual Job Fair, tomorrow, March 30, 2020, from the comfort of your own home. See link for details, https://www.columbiabsd.org/article/214885?org=cbsd
Grab and Go Breakfast and Lunch will only be served at Park Elementary School, same time 9:45 to 11am, everyday, Monday thru Friday.
Online Distance Learning begins Monday, March 30, for all students in the Columbia Borough School District. If you did not receive information, call 717-684-2283 and reference the specific building. We want all of our students engaged during the next week.
Information you need to know: When is school resuming, online learning, Grab & Go breakfast and lunches and tons more. Find it here, https://www.columbiabsd.org/article/219938?org=cbsd
VIRTUAL JOB FAIR, March 30th, 2020 from the comfort of your own home. Now hiring for the 20-21 school year, see link for details, https://www.columbiabsd.org/article/214885?org=cbsd
Free HotSpot Access locations in Columbia, just type in the search bar "Columbia, PA" or zip code, "17512".
https://hotspots.wifi.xfinity.com/
ALL STUDENTS THAT HAVE REQUESTED DEVICES in grades 5-8,
Computer pick-up for grades 5-8 on Thursday, March 26 from 1-4pm and Friday, March 27 from 8am-12pm.
For parents/Students:
• Middle School computer distribution will be on Thursday, March 26 (1-4pm) and Friday March 27 (8am-12pm); Computer pick up will be at THE HS MAINTENANCE GARAGE between the HS school and cemetery; Yo ensure safe social distancing, NO ONE MAY WALK UP TO GET THEIR COMPUTER. ALL STUDENTS AND PARENTS MUST REMAIN IN THEIR CARS; Cars will pull up in a single file line. Once you get to the distribution tables, you will state the names of students. Staff will collect the computers and hand them to you on the driver’s side. AGAIN, NO ONE MAY WALK UP TO THE SCHOOL. EVERYONE MUST BE IN A CAR AND REMAIN IN THEIR CARS AT ALL TIMES FOR EVERYONE’S SAFETY
AT THIS TIME, WE WILL ONLY HAVE DEVICES THAT WERE REQUESTED IN CONVERSATIONS WITH TEACHERS!
If you haven’t already, download Columbia Borough’s new app on Android: http://bit.ly/2TG99l5 or iPhone: https://apple.co/2IRpEH7, do so! Help us keep you well-informed, even if you don't have a child in the district. There is a community page that you can tap into.
There are multiple options of podcasts on our CBSD Learn From Home Website, please click the link and start listening! https://sites.google.com/view/cbsdlearnfromhome/literacy-materials/podcasts-for-students
Internet Essentials:Staying Connected
As our country continues to manage the COVID-19 emergency, Comcast is taking steps to help connect low-income families to the Internet at home. Please click the link for more details.
https://www.columbiabsd.org/article/217666?org=cbsd
Parents and Students: Please check your email and phone messages! Teachers are trying to contact you regarding continuing educational opportunities and your internet access/devices. If you haven't been contacted by your child's homeroom teacher by Wednesday, please contact them. Teacher contacts are on our staff web page.
Children may feel frightened, overwhelmed, or traumatized by what they’re seeing + hearing about #COVID19.
How can you reduce their fears + help them feel safe? Check out these 4 suggestions by American Academy of Pediatrics.
As providers and caretakers, adults tend to view the world of children as happy and carefree. After all, kids don't have jobs to keep or bills to pay, so what could they possibly have to worry about? Plenty! Even very young children have worries and feel stress to some degree. Click on the link for suggested social and emotional learning. https://sites.google.com/view/cbsdlearnfromhome/social-emotional-learning
VIRTUAL JOB FAIR, March 30th, 2020 from the comfort of your own home, see link for detail, https://www.columbiabsd.org/article/214885?org=cbsd
Let's go on a field trip...from your couch! Yes, let's explore the distant lands and journey around the world!
https://sites.google.com/view/cbsdlearnfromhome/art-music-movement/k-12-couch-field-trips
Reminder, Power Packs distribution will continue Today while school is closed.
Packs may be picked up from 2pm to 5pm at
221 Union Street
Keep up with your math skills, look at our educational resources to help fill the boredom! https://sites.google.com/view/cbsdlearnfromhome/math-materials/middle-school-resources
Power Packs distribution will continue on Thursdays while school is closed. Packs may be picked up each Thursday during the Grab and Go Lunch distribution at Park Elementary Cafeteria entrance or Taylor Middle Main Entrance from 9:45am to 11am OR at 221 Union Street from 10am to Noon or 2pm to 5pm
Have you downloaded our new Columbia Borough School District APP? It is available for Android or Apple. Search for Columbia Borough School District app today. Stay current and up to date on district news, and community events.
Power Packs distribution will continue on Thursdays while school is closed.
Packs may be picked up each Thursday during the Grab &Go Lunch distribution at Park Elementary Cafeteria entrance or Taylor Middle Main Entrance from 9:45a to 11a OR at 221 Union Street from 10a to Noon or 2p to 5p
It's been a successful morning handing out Grab & Go breakfast and lunches to our students. We couldn't be more proud of our food service team, their professionalism and organization were top-notch. Again, breakfast and lunch will be available for all CBSD students tomorrow through Friday. We are offering 2 places for pick-up: Park Elementary, along Cherry Street, and Taylor Middle School's main entrance. Serving stations will be open to students from 9:45am to 11:00am.
Menu for Tuesday, March 17, 2020
Breakfast- Cereal w/ Yogurt or Chocolate Filled Croissants
Assorted Fruit
100% Fruit Juice
Low Fat Milk
Lunch- Turkey Club Wrap or PB&J
Assorted Fruit
Assorted Vegetables w/ Dip
Low Fat Milk
Attention Parents: The Lancaster Science Factory STEM program scheduled for Friday, March 27 has been cancelled. Please check our website for updates on a possible new date.
A Grab & Go breakfast and lunch will be available for every Columbia Borough School District student, Monday thru Friday beginning Monday, March 16, 2020
Locations: Park Cafeteria Entrance and Taylor Main
Time: 9:45 am to 11 am
Students are not permitted inside the building.
By direction of Governor Tom Wolf, Columbia Borough School District is CLOSED until Monday, March 30. All activities are CANCELED.
BENCHMARK bringing the heat and representing Columbia at the Reinventing Learning Showcase tonight!
Mr. Bauer and Mrs. Bucks representing Columbia at the Reinventing Learning STEM Showcase this evening.
Are you looking for something to do with your children on Thursday night? The PTP is sponsoring a skating party at the Castle roller rink from 5:30pm-8:30pm.
You still have time to get to the Career Fair and start making connections. Career Fair ends at 8.
The color guard is looking for new members for the upcoming season! If you have an interest in dance, performing, making new friends, or just trying something new, we would love to have you! No experience is necessary! https://forms.gle/m3KyRsxv5gqaY7L98
Students, Grades 7 to 12 - You could win Prizes at the Career Fair just by showing up, bringing a friend and engaging with potential employers...Check this out for more information, https://www.columbiabsd.org/article/197200?org=cbsd
This is just a friendly reminder that we are hosting a career fair tomorrow evening at 6pm in the HS gym. There will be many employers there offering full time and part time employment opportunities for students and community members! Check our website for more information!
Top 3 Quick tips to get the most out of Career Fair 2020
1. Bring many copies of your resume
2. Prioritize the employers you're most interested in
3. Introduce yourself and be prepared to give your "career pitch."
For a full detail list, check out https://www.columbiabsd.org/o/cbsd/news
Tomorrow is the Job Fair at Columbia High School Gym! 6 to 8pm, over 40 employers will be on site ready to hire for part and full-time work! Adults and students are welcomed!
Parents, anyone who is interested in having their children play 10/12/14U softball, please check the CBAA Facebook page for information.
Parents: Here is an amazing opportunity! Family First Health is offering our students dental care. The services that will be provided at the school will include:
• Check-ups (Every 6 months)
• Cleanings
• Fluoride treatments
On February 27th all Seventh (7th) and Eighth (8th) grade students will be screened at the High School. If you DO NOT want your children screened, please notify your student’s school nurse. Please take advantage of this wonderful opportunity!!
Laura Pavelko, RN
lpavelko@columbiabsd.org
(717)681-2209
Last Boot Camp Opportunity is tomorrow, Feb. 25th- 3pm and 6pm at Columbia Life Network.
Gather information to help you prepare to talk with employers and acquire tips on how to market yourself effectively on Thursday, Feb 27th at Columbia's Job Fair!
Columbia's Job Fair is coming up! Are you ready to submit at resume and begin a career? Over 40 employers will be on site have part and full-time work available for adults and students!
When: Thursday, Feb. 27th
Where: Columbia High School Gym
Time: 6 to 8pm
Job Fair Boot Camp is coming up again if you missed the first one! Mark your Calendars for Monday, Feb. 24th, 6pm, Columbia Public Library.
The Boot Camp is to help you prepare and acquire tips on how to market yourself effectively at the job fair on Thursday, Feb. 27th!
Career Fair Opportunity right here in Columbia!
Students Grades 7 to 12 – Bring your friends, more students, parents and family!
Students K to 6 – We want your parents and adult friends! February 27th - Dinner from 5 to 6pm
Career Fair from 6 to 8pm
Columbia High Cafeteria & Gymnasium
Meet employers that want to hire immediately!
Mark your calendars for next Thursday, February 27, 2020, 6 to 8 pm - Columbia Job Fair - Columbia High School Gym, full and part-time jobs available for Adults and Students! Over 40 Employers will be there ready to hire!
Parents: Progress Reports were sent home with students today! Please ask for them!
You still have time to get to the Job Fair Boot Camp to gather information to help you prepare to talk with employers and acquire tips on how to market yourself effectively for the upcoming job fair on Feb. 27th!
Today, Feb. 18th- 10:30am at Columbia Public Library
Middle School Math Night is TONIGHT!!! Parents, if you need math tips to help your students, please come to Taylor at 6pm, where the Mr. Kreider, Miss Lockard, Mr. Moore, and Mrs. Fickes will provide assistance to you! Light refreshments will be served!
Parents: Do you struggle to help your students with Math? Come meet with the 5-8 grade math teachers on Wednesday, February 12 from 6-8pm at Taylor to get some tips and tricks to make common core math more manageable! Light refreshments will be served!
Save the Date - Columbia Job Fair - Columbia High School Gym - Thursday, February 27, 2020 - 6 to 8 pm - full and part time jobs available for Adults and Students!
Parents, are your students having difficulties in math? Are you having difficulties helping them? If so, please come to Taylor on Wednesday, February 12 at 6pm to meet with the middle school math teachers to get some extra help! Light refreshments will be served!
Congratulations to several students that performed with the Lancaster Lebanon Music Educators Association County Band South this past weekend at Manheim Township High School! Middle school representatives include Nevaeh Kilby – clarinet, Kirsten Resch – clarinet, Kyra Unangst – alto saxophone, and Trenton Garza – percussion. High School representatives include Breanna Murphy – clarinet, Chris Sabino – bass clarinet, Stephen Huang – alto saxophone, Juliana Anderson – trumpet, Allie Unkow – French horn, Madison Hedgepeth – tuba, and Emma Grove – percussion. Fantastic job preparing for the concert, and proudly representing Columbia!
Middle School Parents: We discovered a problem with the honor roll designations on our Q2 report cards. We apologize for this error, and we will be sending new copies of the report cards home on Tuesday with students. You may view report cards electronically as well.
Just a friendly reminder that schools are closed on Monday, January 27 for a teacher in-service day. Enjoy your long weekend!
Parents, 7th and 8th grade report cards are being sent home with students today. HS school report cards can be viewed through PowerSchool. No paper report cards will be sent home for HS students.
Directions for accessing electronic report cards on PowerSchool: Logon to PowerSchool; Click on the DocumentLOK tile; Click on the “Adobe” symbol or click on the “picture” button under where it says, “Actions” to view the report card; To download the report card, click on the down arrow under “Actions.” If you have questions, please contact the school.
Good Morning! Report Cards are being sent home today with students! Please ask to see them! Also, parents can access report cards electronically on PowerSchool as well. Directions will be posted here in a separate notice.
Saturday, January 18, 2020 - Weather Announcement
All activities in the Columbia Borough School District are canceled. All District Buildings are CLOSED.
Good Evening! This is just a reminder that students will be dismissed at 1 pm tomorrow, and schools will be closed on Monday, January 20. Have a great weekend!
Attention Parents of CBAA players! Please check the CBAA Facebook page for Spring Sports sign up information. Thank you!
Good Afternoon! This is just a friendly reminder that students have an early dismissal this Friday, January 17 at 1:00pm. Schools will be closed on Monday, January 20. Enjoy the long weekend!
WEATHER ANNOUNCEMENT - Wednesday, January 8, 2014
Columbia Borough School District is on a 2 Hour Delay
WEATHER ANNOUNCEMENT - Columbia Borough School District Tuesday, January 7, 2020 -
Student Dismissal is REGULAR time at all buildings.
All Evening student activities are CANCELED.
School Board Committee meetings are CANCELED.
WEATHER ANNOUNCEMENT - Columbia Borough School District
Tuesday, January 7, 2020 -
Student Dismissal is REGULAR time at all buildings.
All Evening student activities are CANCELED for this evening.
Parents of CBAA players, please check the CBAA Facebook page for spring sports sign up information!
This is just a friendly reminder that we have an early dismissal on Monday. Students in grades 7-12 will be dismissed at 1:00 pm.
CANCELLATION - Columbia Girls basketball game at Home this evening has been canceled due to unexpected weather conditions. Rescheduling information will be on the District website.
Columbia School District's Bands will perform their annual Winter Concert this evening at the Columbia High School Auditorium beginning at 6:30 pm. Instrumentalists from grades 5 to 12 will be in concert. Plan your evening at the CHS Auditorium for an all District Band concert!
This Friday is our Holiday dance from 6:30-8:30 pm in the Hill cafeteria. The cost is $3, or students may donate a new or gently used toy. Students are encouraged to wear festive attire! See everyone there!
Our district wide winter choral concert will be held on Wednesday, December 11 at 6:30 pm in the CHS auditorium. Please come to support our students!
Today is the day for the Columbia Parent Teacher Partnership Raffle and Vendor Event! Stop by from 10 to 2 at Park Elementary - Raffle, Shop, Eat and Drink, Be Merry! See you there!
Toys for Tots!
This Friday, December 6 is the last pick-up for our Toys for Tots Collection. If you want to donate a Toy, you can donate at one of the following locations:
- Andy's Market
- Anvil International
- BB&T Bank
- Black Olive
- Columbia Presbyterian Church
- Dollar General Store
- Family First Health
- Hinkles
- Moose Lodge
- Mountville Motor Sales
- National Watch and Clock Museum
- Our Lady of Angels
- Park Elementary
- Taylor Elementary
- Columbia High School
- Turkey Hill (Chestnut St)
- AJ's Grocery
Parents: Progress reports were sent home with your students today. Please ask to see them! We hope you had an enjoyable Thanksgiving break! Let's make a positive push through December! The holidays are on their way!
Raffles, Holiday Pictures, Snacks and Drawings, OH MY! The Columbia Parent Teacher Partnership Raffle and Vendor Event will be Saturday, December 7th from 10 to 2 at Park Elementary! See you there!
There is still time, tomorrow, November 29th, is the deadline to register for a Christmas Food Box. Please click on the flyer for more information or pass it on to a friend in need.
Happy Thanksgiving!
This is just a friendly reminder that CMS Taylor and Hill Campuses dismiss at 1:15 pm today! Have a wonderful and restful holiday break!
Just a reminder that schools are closed from Thursday, November 27 through Monday, December 2 for the Thanksgiving break! Have a restful holiday!
This is just a friendly reminder that we have an 1:15 early dismissal tomorrow! Have a wonderful Thanksgiving break!
Saturday, December 7th, the Columbia Parent Teacher Partnership Raffle and Vendor Event will be held at Park Elementary Gym from 10am to 2pm! Check our their flyer for all the details!
Are you in need of Food for Christmas or know someone that is? Please check out the flyer or click on the link to sign up or share with a friend in need.
http://columbiaboroughpa.apptegy.us/article/156580?org=high-school
Would a Food Box for Christmas help your family? If so, please check out the flyer and sign up, or share with a friend in need.
SAVE the DATE for Columbia Parent Teacher Partnership Raffle and Vendor Event, Saturday, December 7 from 10 to 2! Check out PTP's flyer! See you there!
Do you need Food for Christmas or know someone that does? Please check out the flyer to sign up or share with a friend in need.
Today is the last day to hand in your Columbia Wear Orders - They are GREAT Gifts and surely would be LOVED by all! Last chance is TODAY, November 18th.
Last Chance is November 18th to get your Columbia Wear Order In! Last Call is the 18th!
“A Family Reunion to Die For” – Murder Mystery and SUNDAE Bar – TODAY and TONIGHT a mysterious and delicious presentation by the CHS Theatre Department in the CHS Cafeteria – Saturday, November 16 at 2 & 7 pm. Show and dessert with the price of admission! Great family activity!
Get your Columbia Wear HERE! Flyer is attached, there is still time, November 18th is the deadline! You will have the orders by our Holiday break.
“A Family Reunion to Die For” – Murder Mystery and SUNDAE Bar – TONIGHT &tomorrow a mysterious and delicious presentation by the CHS Theatre Department in the CHS Cafeteria – Friday, Nov. 15 at 7 pm, and Saturday, Nov. 16 at 2 & 7 pm. Show & dessert with the price of admission!
Are looking for something to do this weekend? Please come to see our fall play murder mystery: "A Family Reunion To Die For" showtimes are 7pm on Friday, and 2pm and 7pm on Saturday. The show will be held in the CHS cafeteria and a free sundae bar will be included in your ticket price. Tickets are $8 for adults and $4 for students.
Our Student Council is selling Columbia Wear at all of our school locations. Check out the Flyer, orders are due November 18th!
On behalf of CMS students and faculty, we would like to take the opportunity to thank all of those that have served our country in our armed services. We thank you for your sacrifice, and we wish you a restful day!
Do you need Food for Christmas or know someone that does? Please check out the flyer to sign up or share with a friend in need.
Deadline for our Columbia Wear Holiday Sale is November 18th...you still have time! Check out the flyer!
This is just a friendly reminder that students will not have school on Monday, November 11 and Tuesday, November 12 due to parent-teacher conferences. If you would like to meet with your child's teachers, please contact the school. Have a great long weekend!
Once again, the tight knit community of Columbia will come together to lend a hand 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. Please see flyer to sign up.
Need a Holiday Gift? Look no further...we got you covered. Check out our Holiday Flyer!
This is just a friendly reminder that students will not have school on Monday, November 11 and Tuesday, November 12 due to parent teacher conferences.
"A Family Reunion to Die For" presented by Columbia High School Theatre Dept on Friday, Nov 15 at 7 pm, and Sat Nov 16 at 2 & 7 pm in the CHS Cafeteria. This Murder Mystery includes a Sundae Bar with admission.
Mark your calendars and join us for this Ice Cream Mystery!
Congratulations to our new NJHS inductees!!!
Attention Parents: 8th grade students will be participating in the PAYS survey tomorrow. If you do not want your child to participate, please contact Dr. Parkinson prior to 8am tomorrow. Students will be taking the survey in homeroom. Thank you!
This is a reminder that the Hill Campus Halloween dance is from 6:30-8:30 pm in the cafeteria tomorrow evening! We hope to see you there!
Columbia Borough Announcement:
Trick or Treat night will be on Friday, November 1, 2019 from 6 pm to 8 pm
Students are encouraged to wear Orange and Black for our Halloween spirit day tomorrow. No costumes or face paint please!
Just a friendly reminder that today is Picture Retake day on the Hill.
Come one, come all to the last Mobile Market for the season at Taylor. The market will have fresh produce and vegetables to offer to anyone. Market opens at 2:50 pm and goes until 4 pm. It will be at the playground entrance to Taylor!
Winter Sports Physicals will be held on Tuesday, October 29 from 6:00-8:00 pm in the HS Nurse's office. Please bring your completed packet with you!
Just a friendly reminder that we have an early dismissal today at 1:15, and students are off tomorrow for a long weekend! Enjoy this evening's parade!
If you are using iOS 13 and above we are aware of the app crashing. We are working to resolve this issue quickly. We will update you accordingly, sorry for any inconvenience.
There will be a mobile market at Taylor from 3-4pm tomorrow, Wednesday, rain or shine. Please come out and get some fresh produce and fruit from Heritage Creek Farms. Everyone is welcome!
Don't feel like making supper tonight? Go to Vecchia Sicilia and support the CBSD PTP organization and our students' field trips. 20% of carry out and dine in orders will be donated!
This is just a reminder that we have no school tomorrow, Monday, October 14.
Tomorrow is a Pink Out in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness and for our homecoming celebrations!
Don't forget to wear your PINK!!!!
This is a friendly reminder that K-6 students are selling Andy's sub vouchers for the PTP fundraiser for field trips. Vouchers are $6 and do not expire. They are good for both locations. Orders are due on Friday, October 11.
Come one, come all to tomorrow's mobile market at Taylor's playground. Fruits and vegetables will be distributed from Heritage Creek farms to all residents as long as supplies last. The market runs from 2:50-4pm.
Do you know how to detect if your child is using tobacco, vapes, or worse drugs or alcohol? We can help. Visit the Lancaster session on October 7th from 6:30-8:00 PM @ The Conference and Training Center at IU13, 1020 New Holland Ave., Lancaster. See attached for for more info.
Do you know how to detect if your child is using tobacco, vapes, or worse drugs or alcohol? We can help. Visit the Lancaster session on October 7th from 6:30-8:00 PM @ The Conference and Training Center at IU13, 1020 New Holland Ave., Lancaster. See attached for more info.
On Wednesday, October 2 from 2:50-4pm, there will be a free mobile market set up at the Taylor playground. Everyone is invited to come and pick up some fresh fruits and vegetables from Heritage Creek Farms. Everyone is welcome.
Tonight-You are invited to Celebrate Columbia's 2nd Annual Community Street Festival at Park Elementary School Playground from 6 pm to 9 pm--Games, Food, Face Painting, and many more fun activities for children! All activities and food are FREE!
TONIGHT - You are invited to Celebrate Columbia's 2nd Annual Community Street Festival at Park Elementary School Playground from 6 pm to 9 pm - Games & Prizes, Food, Face Painting, and many more fun activities for children! All activities and Food are FREE!
Reminder TONIGHT at 6:30: Rachel's Challenge community presentation at Columbia High School Auditorium, Tuesday (9/10) Students attending must be in 7th grade or above due to the content of the program.
www.rachelschallenge.org
A friendly reminder that the Rachel's Challenge community program will be held tonight and tomorrow night at 6:30pm in the HS auditorium. This is for adults and students from grades 7-12.
Don't want to cook supper tonight? Come to Hinkle's and support the PTP and student field trips!
Rachel’s Challenge is coming to Columbia and you are invited! Tues. Sept 10 & Wed. Sept 11 @ 6:30 pm in the CHS Auditorium – Due to content, students must be 7th grade or above. Rachel’s Mission: Individual transformation & promoting safer, more connected schools.
Rachel's Challenge is coming to Columbia! Stay tuned for more details!
Don't want to make supper on Tuesday night? The Columbia PTP is hosting a Dine Out at McDonalds. Please see the community calendar for more details.
Attention Parents: Students who are not fully immunized will need to have their immunizations completed by Friday August 23,2019. Students who are not fully immunized by Friday risk being excluded from school. A letter and/or a phone call has been made to those families affected.
Child Protect- Through Lancaster General Health will offer a free clinic here in town on Thursday August 22, 2019.The location is: 306 North Seventh Street, Columbia Pa. 17512 The available hours for this clinic are 2:30-6:00pm.
Students in Eleventh (11) and Sixth (6) grades are required by the State to have a physical exam for this school year.
Students in Third (3) and Seventh (7) grades are required to have a dental exam for this school year.
Students in Kindergarten(K) are required to have BOTH a dental and physical exam for this school year. Forms can be picked up in each school building.
If you have any questions please call your child’s School Nurse.
We’re thrilled to announce Columbia Borough
School District’s new app! Access sports scores, cafeteria
menus, news updates, even emergency notifications!
Download the app on Android: http://bit.ly/2TG99l5 or
iPhone: https://apple.co/2IRpEH7.
Good Evening! This is just a reminder that we will have our 7th and 8th grade orientation tomorrow (Thursday) night at 6:30 pm in the CHS Auditorium. Students will receive schedules and meet their teachers! We look forward to seeing everyone tomorrow!
Good Morning! This is just a reminder that we will have our 7th and 8th grade orientation on Thursday, August 15 at 6:30 pm in the CHS Auditorium. Students will receive schedules and meet their teachers!
Please consider participating in our National Night Out School Supply Drive! See the flyer: https://5il.co/8p17
Save the Date! The first day of school is August 19! We look forward to seeing you all on the first day!
Save the Date!! Our MS Orientation for 7th and 8th grade will be held on August 15 at 6:30pm in the CHS Auditorium! We look forward to seeing you all there!
Please check out the CHS webpage for information about the live broadcast of commencement on June 3.