Entries by jmatarelli

Jaguar News – Astronaut Lindgren

Dear Columbus Staff & Families, I am so excited to share some amazing news regarding my cousin, Astronaut Kjell (pronounced: Chel) Lindgren. Kjell became an astronaut in June of 2009. His first mission was to the International Space Station as part of Expedition 44/45 on July 22, 2015 from Kazakhstan. This year, he has the […]

Move Like a Jaguar Walk-a-thon

Move Like a Jaguar Walk-a-thon was held on October 22nd.  This fundraising event has raised $16,477. All of the students had a wonderful time and the event was a huge success. Of course, this would not have been possible without the help of all of the parent volunteers. A special thank you to Jennifer Birkenmeyer […]

Columbus Open House

Columbus School Open House is scheduled for Tuesday, August 10 from 6:00-7:30 p.m.  Parents and students are able to drop off school supplies and meet your child’s teacher.  We are excited for our Columbus families to see your child’s classroom and tour around the building.  Please wear your mask when entering inside the school.  Thank […]

Star Students & Star Employee-October

Star Student/Employee We celebrated our three Star Students and one Star Employee for the month of October.  Congratulations to these well-deserved students and our Star Employee.   Lillian Niemi- 3rd Grade in Ms. Klenke’s class Max Wernex- 4th Grade in Ms. Hyman’s Remote Learning class Tayler Bettorf- 5th Grade in Ms. Carrico’s class Marcy Savoie-Reading […]

Veterans’ Day

Veteran’s Day Celebration The Columbus students and staff would like to take a moment to thank our veterans in serving for our country.  We, as Americans are able to enjoy our freedom because of their sacrifices.  Thank you for your service! Ms. Bailey’s 5th Grade Class Activity   Ms. Hyman’s 4th Grade Remote Class Students […]

Star Students & Star Employee for November

Star Student/Employee for November Star Students and one Star Employee for the month of November.  Congratulations to these well-deserved students and our Star Employee. Inaya Bansal- 3rd Grade in Mrs. Rankin’s remote class Paige Palmeri- 4th Grade in Mrs. Alvarado’s class Kobi Gieseking- 5th Grade in Ms. DeGrand’s class Karen Sardigal-Monitor/Star Employee        […]

Welcome Back to School

We’v had a great start to the school year.  This success is contributed by the entire Columbus School community.  Thank you to our parents, students, teachers, school nurse, support staff, secretaries, custodians, and all of our staff members.  We will continue to have a great year by all working together as a team. Welcome Back […]

Columbus Indoor/Outdoor Library

The Columbus Game Changer Committee was formed back in November, 2019.  This committee of teachers valued the importance of reading and we wanted to provide reading books for all of our students.   Our ultimate goal is to promote “Reading for Fun and Reading for All”! With the generosity of all of the Columbus families, we […]

Parent Orientation

Save the Date Wednesday, August 28 Parents will be able to visit your student’s classroom and meet the teacher. Each teacher will present his/her classroom routines, expectations, and curriculum information.