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!
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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.
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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.