Columbia School District
Home of the Golden Eagles: Empowering Learners. Achieving Success.
Wishing a very happy retirement to High School Principal Mr. Okoniewski and CES Teacher Mrs. Berkemeier! Thank you both for your incredible years of dedication, leadership, and love for our students. Columbia won’t be the same without you! Enjoy your well-deserved next chapter!
This Thursday is our Last Day of School. It will be a Half-Day!
Good morning Golden Eagles! Please note that Bus route 1 is running approximately 15 minutes late this morning. This is the route for the North side & East side areas of Lake Columbia.
We are looking for a passionate, dedicated Special Education Teacher to join our elementary school family for the 2026-2027 school year! If you are committed to student success, love collaborating with a supportive team, and want to make a lasting impact in the lives of elementary students, we want to hear from you.
Reminder: there is no school on Monday for the Memorial Day holiday.
Columbia School District is excited to announce that Derek Jackson has been named our new Elementary Lead Principal!
Building on his success as principal at Columbia Elementary, Mr. Jackson will now provide leadership and oversight for our entire elementary campus. This newly established lead role will foster a consistent, collaborative, and supportive environment for all staff, students, and families. Please join us in congratulating Mr. Jackson on this well-deserved promotion!
Building on his success as principal at Columbia Elementary, Mr. Jackson will now provide leadership and oversight for our entire elementary campus. This newly established lead role will foster a consistent, collaborative, and supportive environment for all staff, students, and families. Please join us in congratulating Mr. Jackson on this well-deserved promotion!
Columbia Central Jr/Sr High School is seeking an exceptional leader to join our administrative team! The Assistant Principal plays a vital role in supporting our school's daily operations, fostering a positive learning environment, and ensuring student success. Visit myeagles.org / Job Opportunities for more information.
Columbia School District is thrilled to announce that Tyler Holtz has been named as the new Principal of Columbia Central Jr/Sr High School!
Having served as the Assistant Principal at CC Jr/Sr High School, Mr. Holtz brings an understanding of our school culture, along with excellent leadership, energy, and vision. Please join us to officially congratulate and celebrate Mr. Holtz in his new role!
Having served as the Assistant Principal at CC Jr/Sr High School, Mr. Holtz brings an understanding of our school culture, along with excellent leadership, energy, and vision. Please join us to officially congratulate and celebrate Mr. Holtz in his new role!
Reminder that we have a scheduled half day on Wednesday, May 13th. Teachers will be participating in professional development in the afternoon.
It’s Teacher Appreciation Week! We want to thank our teachers for their tireless energy, late nights, and unwavering belief in every child’s potential. They are the heart of our schools! We invite our entire community to take a moment this week to say "thank you" to the teachers who make Columbia School District a wonderful place to learn.
Reminder: there is no school next Monday April 27th.
Baseball/Softball season is here! Come join us this Saturday, April 25th for a fun filled day of activities at the complex. Wee ball camp goes from 12-1 on field 3. Picture day is from 10am-5pm. Board games and pick up whiffle ball on the other fields along with FREE popcorn and popsicles. Concessions will be open and we have merchandise for sale. We will be out from 10am-5pm. Big thanks to the Trubak family for organizing a fun day for our kids here at CC!
Join us this Thursday April 23rd for PRESCHOOL Round Up at Columbia Elementary from 6-7 pm.
Big things are happening at Columbia School District! We are looking for a Junior/Senior High School Principal and an Elementary School Special Education Teacher to join our family for the 2026-2027 school year. Additional open positions for this school year include a Special Education Paraprofessional, Bus Drivers, and Substitute Teachers.
If you’re ready to empower students and collaborate with a world-class team, we want to meet you! Visit myeagles.org Job Opportunities or contact Monika Cook at monika.cook@myeagles.org for more information.
If you’re ready to empower students and collaborate with a world-class team, we want to meet you! Visit myeagles.org Job Opportunities or contact Monika Cook at monika.cook@myeagles.org for more information.
Happy Paraprofessional Appreciation Day! Thank you to our incredible paras for their dedication to student success every single day. We appreciate you!
Notice:
Bus Route 1 is cancelled for Monday April 6th, both AM & PM. Route location includes: Hewitt rd, Wesch Rd, N. Hayes rd area, Holiday Dr, Kingsbury, Golfview, Claremont Circle area, Castlewood, Fletcher, Bryce, Hawthorne, Bingham, Carlysle & Diversy area, Ivanhoe & Nottingham. Thank you for your understanding!
March is Reading Month: A Success!
We are so proud of our Columbia Lower and Upper Elementary students for their incredible dedication to reading this month! A huge congratulations to our March is Reading Month top readers and our lucky bike winners!
A Heartfelt Thank You to Our Sponsors:
This celebration wouldn't be possible without the generous donations from our community sponsors. Your support helps us foster a love for reading and rewards our students' hard work in such a memorable way. Thank you for investing in our Golden Eagles!
We hope all of our students, staff, and families enjoy a safe and relaxing Spring Break! We look forward to welcoming everyone back on Monday, April 6!
Reminder that Spring Break starts with a Half Day this Thursday!
Welcome to the Class of 2039!
We are so excited to welcome our newest Little Eagles to the nest! Choosing where your child begins their educational journey is a big decision, and we can’t wait to show you why Columbia Elementary is the perfect place to grow. Join Us for Kindergarten Round Up! This is your opportunity to visit the school, meet our wonderful staff, and get your student ready for the big first day.
Date: Wednesday, April 8, 2026
Time: 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Location: Columbia Elementary
Is My Child Ready? Not sure if your child is eligible? Here are the age requirements for the upcoming 2026-2027 school year:
Kindergarten: Student must be 5 years old on or before September 1, 2026.
Young 5s: Student must be 5 years old before December 1, 2026.
Registration Checklist:
To make the process as smooth as possible, please register online first at www.myeagles.org. When you come to Round Up, please ensure you have the following required materials:
Official Birth Certificate
Two (2) Proofs of Residency
Immunization Records
Health Appraisal
Dental Screening
Questions? Give us a call at 517-592-6632. We can’t wait to meet you!
We are so excited to welcome our newest Little Eagles to the nest! Choosing where your child begins their educational journey is a big decision, and we can’t wait to show you why Columbia Elementary is the perfect place to grow. Join Us for Kindergarten Round Up! This is your opportunity to visit the school, meet our wonderful staff, and get your student ready for the big first day.
Date: Wednesday, April 8, 2026
Time: 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Location: Columbia Elementary
Is My Child Ready? Not sure if your child is eligible? Here are the age requirements for the upcoming 2026-2027 school year:
Kindergarten: Student must be 5 years old on or before September 1, 2026.
Young 5s: Student must be 5 years old before December 1, 2026.
Registration Checklist:
To make the process as smooth as possible, please register online first at www.myeagles.org. When you come to Round Up, please ensure you have the following required materials:
Official Birth Certificate
Two (2) Proofs of Residency
Immunization Records
Health Appraisal
Dental Screening
Questions? Give us a call at 517-592-6632. We can’t wait to meet you!
