Fresh Express Distribution, December 18th Columbia Community is welcome to receive FREE fruit, vegetables, milk, eggs and other healthy foods! First come, first serve, there is no need to register. Please wear a mask when coming to Fresh Express and if you are sick, please stay home. Location Change: Salem United Church of Christ, 324 Walnut Street, Columbia... READ MORE >
If you would like to participate in our meal bundle program please register by Thursday 11/19/20. This helps us order and prepare enough food. We will send an email out every Monday (you should have already received this email) with a new registration form to be completed by Thursday for the following week. Please wear a face mask or shield when picking up... READ MORE >
Fresh Express Distribution, November 20th Columbia Community is welcome to receive FREE fruit, vegetables, milk, eggs and other healthy foods! First come, first serve, there is no need to register.Please wear a mask when coming to Fresh Express and if you are sick, please stay home. Location Change: Salem United Church of Christ, 324 Walnut Street, Columbia... READ MORE >
To CBSD Community and Caregivers,The Pennsylvania Department of Health (PDoH) and Department of Education (PDE) monitor COVID19 cases in Lancaster County, and they have just labeled the county with a Substantial designation. At this time, PDE is NOT mandating a shift to remote learning for Lancaster County schools. It is also important to note that PDE is only... READ MORE >
As the holidays approach, we would like to take this time to think about our families in need. If you or your family are interested in helping a family this holiday season, please consider donating a gift card. Gift cards could be for stores to purchase food or gifts. If you are a family looking for assistance during the holidays, please contact Kelly Smith to... READ MORE >
Dear Friends of Columbia,Once again this year, 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 20th, thanks to the organizers - Columbia Lions Club and Sunsnappers, with the help of many area businesses, organizations, and of course the hundreds of... READ MORE >
Flu Season and Covid-19: What to Expect in the Coming Months A Webinar for School Employees, Parents and Students Join Dr. Jeffrey R. Martin, M.D. FAAFP from Penn Medicine Lancaster General Health by Zoom meeting to discuss: HolidaysCollege Age Students Returning HomeFlu SeasonMoving Toward More in School Education Date: Thursday, October 29, 2020 Time: Noon... READ MORE >
Covid-19 Update: Learn What's New and Ask QuestionsA Webinar for School Employees, Parents and StudentsJoin Dr. Jeffrey R. Martin, M.D. FAAFP from Penn Medicine Lancaster General Health by Zoom meeting to discuss:Current County Data and Our Current State with regards to:Contact TracingSocial DistancingQuarantine vs. IsolationTestingDate: Tuesday, October 27,... READ MORE >
Columbia Community is welcome to receive FREE fruit, vegetables, milk, eggs and other healthy foods! First come, first serve, there is no need to register.Location Change: Glatfelter Memorial Field, 1249 Lancaster Avenue, ColumbiaTime: 3:30pm to 5:00pm Penn Medicine Lancaster General Health has partnered with the Central Pennsylvania Food Bank, Columbia Borough... READ MORE >
Columbia Community is welcome to receive FREE fruit, vegetables, milk, eggs and other healthy foods! First come, first serve, there is no need to register. 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... READ MORE >
NEWS ANNOUNCEMENTCBSD has several positions that need immediate filling. Click Here for more information about the opportunities we have for you. Columbia Borough School District Employment Opportunities READ MORE >
Helping Parents & Caregivers Navigate a School Year Like No OtherPowered by Transform for Tomorrow and Remake Learning Days Across AmericaYou and your family are in the middle of what is already an unprecedented start to the school year, not to mention all we experienced last spring. You’re processing lessons already learned, adjusting to new ways of preparing... READ MORE >
The start of the 2020-2021 School year is Monday, August 31, 2020. We are very excited to see some students again and to return all students to a schedule and some sense of normal. You have made a selection for your student to either attend in-person two(2) days per week and remote three(3) days per week or attend remote five(5) days per week. Many aspects of... READ MORE >
Columbia Community is welcome to receive FREE fruit, vegetables, milk, eggs and other healthy foods! First come, first serve, there is no need to register.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... READ MORE >
Taylor Middle School Parents and Caregivers: If you missed the Parent Meeting Video you can watch it below. After you have finished watching the video, please read the message from the District Leadership Team and please fill out the "Return to Learn" Questionnaire below the video. The deadline for the questionnaire is August 5, 2020. YOUR COLUMBIA SCHOOL... READ MORE >
Columbia Community is welcome to receive FREE fruit, vegetables, milk, eggs and other healthy foods! First come, first serve, there is no need to register.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... READ MORE >
Columbia Community is welcome to receive FREE fruit, vegetables, milk, eggs and other healthy foods! First come, first serve, there is no need to register.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... READ MORE >
As we navigate COVID-19 together and moving into the new school year, the administration would like to hear your thoughts and ideas for a safe return to our District Buildings. We are having a public meeting on Tuesday, June 30th at 6:00 PM at Park Elementary's cafeteria for grades K-4, and Wednesday, July 1st, at 6:00 PM in the High School Auditorium for grades... READ MORE >
Fresh Express Distribution will be held this Friday, June 26, 2020. 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... READ MORE >
Good afternoon, We are pleased to invite your students to register for one of our three Garden Camps made possible by the generous donations of area organizations.The following Garden Camps are free of charge to Columbia Borough children entering grades 1st-6th . Attendance is mandatory for all 5 days of camp.Registrations are accepted on a first come, first... READ MORE >
June 9, 2020Dear CBSD Families, Like you, we were outraged by the murder of George Floyd at the hands of those charged with serving and protecting all our citizens. Sadly, we also understand that this is not an isolated incident, but one death among many. We join in cries for justice and actively stand in solidarity with our students and families of color who... READ MORE >
Fresh Express Distribution will be held this Friday, May 22, 2020. They provide, FREE fruit, vegetables, milk, eggs and other healthy foods (while supplies last) Please see flyer for all details READ MORE >
CBSD Families: We wanted to make you aware of a benefit that you will be receiving in the next few weeks. Pennsylvania was approved by the US Department of Agriculture for a plan to provide Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits to students eligible for free or reduced meals through the National School Lunch Program. ... READ MORE >
Teacher Appreciation Week is from May 4 to May 8! Help show your support by thanking a teacher! Teachers are real-life heroes in the lives of many kids. They educate, encourage, support, and care for our children throughout the school year. Teachers deserve to be celebrated and recognized for the important role they play in our kids’ lives. One way to help your... READ MORE >
Columbia Borough School District 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. The Columbia community can access and use this resources to spark scientific wonderings and exploration from home.Columbia Borough... READ MORE >
How are we celebrating our School Lunch Heroes? With Ice Cream of course! Stop by Park Elementary, on Cherry Street, between 9:45 and 11 to get your breakfast, lunch and your FREE Ice Cream!"Kudos to the lunch heroes, you're all angels. I appreciate each and every one of you. Columbia Proud!"We get this often from the mom's, dad's, grandparents and caregivers,... READ MORE >
Fresh Express Distribution will be held Friday, April 24, 2020. They provide, FREE fruit, vegetables, milk, eggs and other healthy foods (while supplies last)Please see flyer for all details READ MORE >
Fresh Express Distribution will be held Friday, April 24, 2020. They provide, FREE fruit, vegetables, milk, eggs and other healthy foods (while supplies last) Please see flyer for all details READ MORE >
Columbia Borough School District’s continuity of education goals is to provide frequent check-ins for the health/safety of students, to provide free learn-from-home digital tools to families, to virtually connect teachers with students, to distribute digital devices to all students, and to provide online planned instruction K12. At this time, we are unsure when we... READ MORE >
REGISTRATION NOW OPEN To register your child for KINDERGARTEN in the Columbia Borough School District, please use this link 2020-2021 KINDERGARTEN School Year Registration 2020-2021 Kindergarten Registration – we will contact you to schedule an appointment to complete your registration and preliminary screening. You will need to bring to the appointment, Birth... READ MORE >
Help is AvailableIt doesn’t need to be re-stated over and over that we are certainly in difficult times right now. The outlook millions of Americans have is grim, to say the least. The message we need to portray right now is, this is temporary, you are not alone, and social distancing does not mean anti-socializing or social isolation. No one is alone, help is... READ MORE >
From Girls on the Run Executive Director, Carrie Johnson: Dear Families, As a reminder (from our communication on 3/26): We are deeply regretful that we must discontinue our in-person programming for the spring 2020 GOTR and H&S season. If you have not had a chance to read the letter from our Executive Director, Carrie Johnson, about our spring season and what... READ MORE >
A letter from Girls on the Run Executive Director, Carrie Johnson:March 27, 2020 Dear girls, families, and all GOTR friends and stakeholders, “Hope and fear cannot occupy the same space. Invite one to stay.” ~Maya Angelou I hope you and your family and friends are healthy and well. As you know, Girls on the Run is guided by our core values, they set the... READ MORE >
March 25, 2020Dear Caregivers and Community members:School closure has been extended by the Governor until at least April 9th. However, until we watch the daily developments of Coronavirus in Pennsylvania, we cannot accurately predict whether this is definite. Your education team at Columbia Borough School District wants to begin the process of “Continuity of... READ MORE >
Download, Like, Follow and Subscribe! Did you know we have Facebook and Twitter Accounts for all of our schools, the district, and a Borough Community Page on our website? We only have one YouTube Channel! Check them out at their links below to Like, Follow and Subscribe! Park Elementary Facebook https://www.facebook.com/ParkE... Twitter:... READ MORE >
Free Internet to Low Income Families As our country continues to manage the COVID-19 emergency, Comcast is taking immediate steps to help connect low-income families to the Internet at home. New Internet Essentials customers will receive two free months of Internet service, which is available to all qualified low-income households for $9.95/month plus tax. Apply... READ MORE >
March 19, 2020 Pennsylvania Department of Education Cancels Statewide Assessments Includes PSSA, Keystones and PASA Harrisburg, PA – The Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE) announced today the cancellation of all PSSA testing and Keystone exams for the 2019-20 school year as a result of COVID-19. This includes the Pennsylvania... READ MORE >
Special shout out to our Director of Food Services, Alaina Melendez for the awesome breakfast and lunch options she puts together. If it weren't for her great food service team, over 125 kids in the community would not be getting FREE breakfast or lunch that day. Thank you for your efforts.Please see the COVID-19 menu below, we will be using it for the remainder of... READ MORE >
March 18, 2020 Dear Caregivers and Community members: The events over the past week have been historic and constantly changing. We have moved from our normal daily routine to schools and many businesses closed. We are being requested to limit meetings to less than 10 people, practice social distancing, and shelter at home if possible. Our lives have dramatically... READ MORE >
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 READ MORE >
Dear Caregivers, The Columbia Borough School District believes that caregivers are our students first and best teachers. During the current COVID-19 pandemic, the district would like to provide a list of FREE resources to use to stimulate the minds of our learners. Many companies that provide education products for purchase are offering FREE trial offers... READ MORE >
Due to the school closure ordered by Governor Tom Wolf, the Columbia Borough School District Team will make food available to students through a “Grab and Go” program beginning Monday, March 16, 2020. A Grab and Go breakfast and lunch will be available for every Columbia Borough School District student, Monday thru Friday beginning Monday, March 16,... READ MORE >
Today, Governor Tom Wolf announced that all K-12 Pennsylvania schools will be closed for 10 business days effective Monday, March 16. The administration has been working with school districts as well as state and local officials to gather input on this decision. The Wolf Administration will continue to monitor Covid-19 in the commonwealth, and at the end of 10 days... READ MORE >
February Students of the Month CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR FEBRUARY STUDENTS OF THE MONTH! Front Row, Left to right:Lilliana West - Kindergarten Akysha Colon - Kindergarten Kole Bechtold - Grade 1Cole Wolf - Grade 1Analise Colon - Grade 2Liliana Burkey - Grade 3Aubrey Holker - Grade 5Lilee Zahm - Grade 4Back Row, Left to Right:Alena Reilly - Grade 6 Savannah Creek -... READ MORE >
Students, grades 7 to 12 can win prizes just by showing up and engaging with potential employers at the Career Fair tomorrow night.How do you win? All you need to do is: 1. Show Up (get a ticket) 2. Bring adult friends (each friend is worth a ticket) 3. Engage with employers (get a ticket)That's pretty much it: show up, bring friends and be engaging! The winner of... READ MORE >
Check out the employers that will be at the Career Fair on Thursday, February 27, 2020ABMAge in Place Home CareBoys & Girls Club of LancasterColumbia Borough School DistrictColumbia Education FoundationEcore InternationalEngle Printing & Publishing Co., Inc.Family First HealthFriendship CommunityFulton BankHershey Entertainment & ResortsImageFIRST Healthcare... READ MORE >
Tips to Get the Most Out of Career Fair 2020 Bring many copies of your resume to submit to employers.Come prepared. Before the fair, you can review the online directory of employers. If you spend a little time getting some background on an organization, then you can ask very focused and specific questions. This impresses representatives because it shows a genuine... READ MORE >
Career Fair Opportunity right here at Columbia High, Thursday, February 27, 2020 Are you ready to submit a resume and begin a career? Over 40 employers will be on site and have part and full-time work available for adults and students! This event is FREE to attend and includes dinner! No need to register, just come out and connect with over 40 employers ready to... READ MORE >
Kids Against Cavities dental program is coming to the Columbia School District!Family First Health will offer dental care in school during the school day using mobile dental equipment. In order for students to receive dental care, the student must return a signed consent form to the school nurse.This signed consent form will allow for three visits during the school... READ MORE >
Do you know about Girls on the Run?"At Girls on the Run we inspire girls to recognize their inner strength and celebrate what makes them one-of-a-kind. Trained coaches lead small teams through our research-based curricula which includes dynamic discussions, activities and running games. Over the course of the ten-week program, girls in 3rd-8th grade develop... READ MORE >
We would like to congratulate our Columbia High School Sports Hall of Fame 2020 Inductees:Front Row, Left to Right Darlene Copello (Daughter of Vernon" Ike" Blumenshine), John Thomas, Eric Poindexter, Patrick Smith, Barry Zink, Eric Rineer, Steve Deeg Back Row, Left to RightCoach Rick Bentley, Mike Wisler, Charlie Detz, Phil Benson, Ryan Draper, Kelly Houck,... READ MORE >
January Students of the Month CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR JANUARY STUDENTS OF THE MONTH! Left to right: Jocelyn Taddy—3rd grade Miles Arnold—2nd grade Payton Migdal—1st grade Ayden Weimer—Kindergarten Back row left to right Jacob Bianco—Grade 12 Emily Gambler—Grade 10 Amelia Campbell—Grade 8 Dylan Rhoads---Grade... READ MORE >
Are you, your employer, or organizations you know looking for great employees? Are you interested in beginning the process to increase your pool of potential new Team members in the future? Your opportunity is at Columbia High School on Thursday, February 27, 2020. Beginning with dinner, Outstanding speaker, Jo Tyndall, plumbing instructor at Thaddeus... READ MORE >
December Students of the Month CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR DECEMBER STUDENTS OF THE MONTH! Back Row, left to right Robert Cox, Jr.—Grade 8 Kenny Tran—Grade 9 Carmen Cayol—Grade 10 Daniel Moreta—Grade 12 Breanna Murphy—Grade 11 Brielle Jones—Grade 7 Front Row, Left to Right Kerolos Abid—Kindergarten Naomie... READ MORE >
I'm sure you've had a chance to see the beautifully painted Holiday Window Art in the heart of Columbia. The Columbia Borough School District Art Team was hard at work earlier this season and hasn't failed us with such beautiful images to look at and bring us joy. It brings a nostalgic feel for the town, one that dates back 30 some years ago. The leadership... READ MORE >
The Columbia Veterans of Foreign Wars Post #2435 recently announced the winners of the annual Patriot’s Pen Essay Contest: Brooke Droege (pictured left), First Place; Mina Abid, (pictured middle) Second Place; and Moriah Spencer (pictured right), Third Place. All three students are in the eighth grade at Columbia Middle School, Hill Campus; each student received a... READ MORE >
CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR NOVEMBER STUDENTS OF THE MONTH! Front Row Left to Right Chloe Bennett — Kindergarten Caylah Glenn — 2th grade Miya Hjelm — 6th grade Joumana Mena — 7th grade Abigail Mowrer — 5th grade Rilee Manuel—5th grade Logan Reese — 3th grade Blake Overly — 2th grade Back Row From Left to Right:... READ MORE >
The Columbia Jr & Sr High School Theatre Department Presents: "A Family Reunion to Die For" in the Columbia High School CafeteriaFriday, November 15 at 7 pm and Saturday, November 16 at 2 pm and 7 pmFree Sundae Bar during Intermission included in admission READ MORE >
November 6, 2019 Columbia Education Foundation Distinguished Alumni Breakfast The mission of the Columbia Education Foundation is to provide support and resources to the teachers and staff of the Columbia borough school district in order to enhance the teaching / learning experiences for the students in the school district. Columbia Borough School... READ MORE >
Dear Friends of Columbia,Once again this year, the tight knit community of Columbia will come together to lend ahand to those in need. The annual Christmas Food Box Delivery will take place on Sunday,December 22nd, thanks to the organizers - Columbia Lions Club and Sunsnappers, with the help of many area businesses, organizations, and of course the hundreds of... READ MORE >
Looking for the perfect gift? Look no further...we got you covered with Columbia Wear: from PJ bottoms, knitted hats, from tops to bottoms, we have something for everyone.November 18th is the deadline to hand in! Directions for handing in and picking up are on the flyer. This is for anyone in the community, so get your Columbia Wear while you can! Delivery will... READ MORE >
Columbia Borough Trick or Treat night is changed to Friday, November 1, 2019 from 6 to 8 pm READ MORE >
You may have seen some of our CBSD student's painting downtown. It's not graffiti, it's spooky Halloween art! Students from 5th grade to senior high have committed their time after school and weekend hours to paint our community with their creativity. "The windows look fantastic and it reminds me of Columbia 30+ years ago," says Superintendent of CBSD, Thomas... READ MORE >
CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR OCTOBER STUDENTS OF THE MONTH!CHS Students of the Month: Briana Dutton - Grade 12 Anthony Palmisano - Grade 11 Sarah Hollerbush - Grade 10 Brianna Wakefield - Grade 9 MS Taylor/Hill Campus Students of the Month: Desiree Sanchez – Grade 8 Bella Wambold – Grade 7 Kyovany Woodard – Grade 6 Hayden Quinn – Grade 5 Park Elementary... READ MORE >
How Parents Can Recognize the Signs of Tobacco, Drugs, and Alcohol Abuse 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. According to the... READ MORE >
Join the Movement: Columbia Borough School District has Initiated a New Kind of Community Involvement Creating Opportunities through Sponsorship Columbia Borough School District has initiated a new type of community involvement. We began to re-shape the views of the community and the district in a positive, forward-thinking manner. We started by adopting a brand... READ MORE >
Join us for this friendly community gathering. There will be plenty of FREE activities,food and fun for everyone. We look forward to seeing YOU as we gather to CELEBRATE Columbia!When: Sept 20thTime: 6pm to 9pmWhere: Park Elementary Playground READ MORE >
"Students can't learn if they are in a fight or flight mode" Peter Deanello, Regional Partnership Manager of Rachel's Challenge Watch the 5 minute video and get a glimpse of the program set forth for Columbia Borough School District. The story that changes everything... https://vimeo.com/33291369 Join us, tomorrow Tuesday, Sept 10 and Wednesday, Sept 11 at... READ MORE >
Here are just a couple snapshots of the first day of school. Included are pictures from each building: Middle/High School, Taylor Campus and Park Elementary! Let's have a great year! READ MORE >
Did you know we have Facebook and Twitter Accounts for all of our schools, the district, and a Borough Community Page dedicated to the sponsors of our District? We only have one YouTube Channel! Check them out at their links below to Like, Follow and Subscribe!Park ElementaryFacebook https://www.facebook.com/ParkE...Twitter: https://twitter.com/ParkElemCB...Middle... READ MORE >
We’re thrilled to announce Columbia BoroughSchool District’s new app! It’s everything Columbia Borough,in your pocket.With the new app, you can access sports scores, cafeteriamenus, news updates, and even emergency notifications.Download the app on Android: http://bit.ly/2TG99l5 oriPhone:https://apple.co/2IRpEH7. READ MORE >
This is a student created tour about the river towns, Wrightsville and Columbia, around the Susquehanna River in Pennsylvania. This tour views locations and shares information on the War Memorial Bridge, recreational activities, local stops and shops, the history of the area, the river, plants and animals, and Native American culture. The project was completed by... READ MORE >
Fifty-two Columbia Middle School students kicked off the summer with a week of STEM learning June 17 – 21 by participating in Creator Camp held at the Hill Campus to explore activities in the fields of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics, or STEM. STEM curriculum focuses on engaging students in those four disciplines. Creator Camp, sponsored by... READ MORE >
Here is a link to the Go 'N Bananas story that was written by one of our Hill Campus teachers!https://www.columbiabsd.org/article/115758?org=hill READ MORE >