
Reminder...11 grade students are expected to take the M-Step on Thursday. 9 and 10 grade will take the PSAT. In-Person students arrive at 7:45 AM and Learning at Home at 8 AM. We will resume our normal schedule after testing. 7 and 8 grade have a regular school day on Thursday. 12 grade students are Learning at Home on Thursday.

Henry Ford Health System is offering COVID-19 vaccinations for students 16 years old and up, and their parents this Sunday (April 18th) at the Jackson County Fairgrounds. If you are interested in getting vaccinated, email HFAHCovidVaccine@hfhs.org with the following information:
Your Full Name
Date of Birth
Phone Number
Name of Parent or Legal Guardian
Phone number of Parent or Legal Guardian

Safe Routes to School Grant Action Planning Meeting-Community Participation is Needed!
Please join us to learn more about the Safe Routes to School grant providing our school district and community with a safe walk/bike trail that connects our school campuses.
Join us for an informational virtual meeting on April 21st at 6:30 PM. You may register for the meeting using the link below:
The zoom link for the action plan meeting is: https://michiganfitnessfoundation.zoom.us/j/91827790366?pwd=bTY4Q2J3QmNqRTBHdTlXNk1Db1BVZz09

Senior parents class of 2021.....
We are still looking for those who need to pay their $20.21 for after prom, although we arenβt able to officially hold an after prom we are still working on gifts to raffle off during the senior lunch on June 2; please drop off a check at the school or Venmo Kristinab38 your $20.21
With the help of some amazing parents Carol Schneider-Willoughby, Jodi Collins and Trisha Miller we have been able to collect some extra donations to provide these big ticket items below to be raffled. Every senior will walk away with something and some will win these prizes! Any extra donations will help ensure more big ticket items can be purchased.

Reminder....11 grade students are expected to take the ACT WorkKeys assessment tomorrow. 12 grade students also have the opportunity to take the ACT WorkKeys. Students who are testing need to report to the building by 8 AM. Makeup testing will be available for those in quarantine. All other CCJH/HS students will be Learning at Home per our normal Wednesday schedule.

The CCHS Leadership students are hosting a Clothing Drive for our Golden Eagle community. We are accepting donations of gently used or new clothes and shoes April 12-16 in the main office. Students in need of items will receive a selection of these items the week of April 19-23. Please email Mr. Jackson if you have any questions.

The CCHS Girls Basketball team plays today, Monday April 5, at 7:00 pm at Ypsilanti Lincoln in the State Quarterfinal Playoffs! The girls will be leaving the high school at 4:45 pm and are being escorted through Downtown Brooklyn. Please come out and meet in the downtown Brooklyn square at 4:45 pm to show your community support by waving, honking and cheering the girls onto a victory!
Go Golden Eagles!

Congratulations to Columbia Centralβs Thomas Sturdevant for participating in the MHSAA Individual State wrestling! We are so proud of your hard work and success! Way to go Thomas!

In a combined effort, Henry Ford Allegiance Health and the Jackson County Health Department are happy to provide the opportunity for Columbia School District students 16 and older to receive the COVID-19 vaccination. The student vaccination clinic will take place on Thursday, April 8, 2021. The deadline to register is March 31, 2021, 8:00 p.m. Registration Link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1KITtr-G34-wP_V8hgPxgjKWcpbUys9tQWCtNLbsM6k4/edit

Congratulations to our All League cheerleaders!
First team members-Makenna Campbell and Brooke Way
Honorable mention-Shaylee Peters
We are so proud of your hard work and success! Way to go CC! ππ¦
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Congratulations to Noah King, Marcus Wood and Thomas Sturdevant for qualifying for the Wrestling Regionals next Saturday at Constantine. We are so proud of you!ππ¦
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Brandywine High School will live stream the MHSAA Regional #15 Bowling on both Friday and Saturday from Joey Armadillos. We will be using three cameras across the alleys for the coverage. Here are the directions for accessing the channels:
Go to http://www.Brandywinebobcats.org
Find "Athletics" and click on that
Move cursor arrow down to "Brandywine Bobcat Live Stream" and click
"Bobcat Athletics 1", "Bobcat Athletics 2", and "OnBase Productions", all three will have lane coverage. This will give you coverage from the left side of the alley (lane 1 is at that end), the middle of the alley, and the right side of the alley (lane 24 is in that shot).
β οΈππCOLUMBIA CENTRAL HS will be on lane 11, with Hillsdale on 12.

Girlsβ basketball district play at Michigan Center on 3/22 vs Addison, 7 pm.
Tickets must be purchased through GoFan or buy tickets via email josh.kubiak@myeagles.org or robyn.hall@myeagles.org for an access code for tickets. Access codes will ONLY be given out through email.

Congratulations to Tadassa Brown for committing to play basketball at Clemson University! We are so proud of you!
https://www.mlive.com/highschoolsports/2021/03/brooklyn-columbia-central-junior-forward-commits-to-clemson-university.html?utm_source=facebook&utm_campaign=jacksoncitpat_sf&utm_medium=social&fbclid=IwAR3Vxi4Ex2Bl1tj-QZ9PbGW1i5A-961knYcuhlOjQEqvp2s9bCpUu7sqSSg

Check out the March edition of the Golden Eagle Times...
https://www.smore.com/qkcdh

As a reminder, Friday, March 5th, is a half day of school. Dismissal is at 11 a.m. for CCJH/HS students. Monday, March 8th, there is no school due to staff Professional Development.

Dear Columbia School District Family,
Please fill out this quick survey to inform us as to your preference for your child to learn as an In Person (Face to Face) or Virtual student for the 2021 - 2022 school year. Since this is simply a tool to help us plan for the appropriate number of classrooms, we are looking for your best opinion for your child's learning environment for the fall.
The survey may be accessed at: https://forms.gle/2TfZQeeyCPfW...β
If you have questions or comments, please email: ReturnToLearn@myeagles.org .
Thank you for your assistance!

Just a friendly reminder that Friday, March 5th is a half day of school. Dismissal is at 11 a.m. Monday, March 8th, there is no school due to staff Professional Development.

Reminder-Wednesday, 3/3, is a Learning at Home Day for 7th-12th grade. Students need to check their email and Google Classroom pages to complete required learning activities.

Any student who is planning to switch learning styles to either in person or online for the fourth quarter, need to have a parent contact Mrs. Diefenthaler by March 10. She can be reached at wendy.diefenthaler@myeagles.org. The start date will be Monday, March 15.

Friday is BLUE AND GOLD DAY for Homecoming! Let's go Golden Eagles! ππ¦
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Reminder-Wednesday, 2/24, is a Learning at Home Day for 7th-12th grade. Students need to check their email and Google Classroom pages to complete required learning activities.

Some of the Columbia School District buses may be running a touch late this morning due to the snow and cold weather.ππ¦
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There will be a Zoom meeting on Wednesday, 2/17, at 3PM, for any Junior High or High School student interested in participating in a Spring theatre production. Please attend the Zoom meeting to learn about our plans for putting on a performance this Spring! The link for the meeting has been emailed to all Columbia Central students.

All Columbia Central sports scheduled for this evening, Tuesday, February 16th, have been canceled due to the inclement weather.ππ¦
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Remember: Columbia ππ¦
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Columbia Childcare is closed today, Tuesday, February 16th, due to inclement weather conditions.βοΈπ₯ΆβοΈππ¦
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Update for our JACC students-The Jackson Area Career Center is closed tomorrow, Tuesday, February 16th, due to the weather.

There will be a Zoom meeting on Wednesday, February 17th, at 3PM, for any Columbia Central Junior High or High School student interested in participating in Spring theatre production. This meeting will be for students interested in sharing their talents on the stage and for those who would like to help behind the scenes.Β Please attend the Zoom meeting to learn about our plansΒ for putting on a performance this Spring! The link for the meeting has been emailed to all Columbia Central students.

Tuesday, February 16th, will be a planned Distance Learning Day due to the vaccination of school employees. Students need to check their email and Google Classroom pages to complete their required learning activities. Online academic support sessions will take place as well.

Every Friday is Blue and Gold Day at Columbia Central! Let's go CC!ππ¦
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Attention! Last call for Homecoming shirts! Please contact the High School front office with your order or follow the link below. Money MUST be turned in to the High School front office by 9:00 AM tomorrow!!
https://forms.gle/qBttxaz7NxjiHu2Z6

Reminder-Wednesday, 2/10, is a Learning at Home Day for 7th-12th grade students. Please join us for a virtual parent training to help navigate PowerSchool and Google Classroom on Wednesday evening from 6-6:30 PM. You may email emily.wallace@myeagles.org to RSVP and to receive the meeting link.

Check out the Februaryπ§‘π§‘ Edition of the Golden Eagle Times-
https://www.smore.com/yqfjw

On Thursday, Mrs. Korn's French Culture students engaged online with a guest speaker who lived in the French speaking country, Senegal. The students did research leading up to the event and had prepared questions for their meeting with her.Β This activity was AMAZING!Β The students were interested and passionate about asking questions and learning more about this culture!Β

Take time to enjoy reading!! Student Resources for E-Books, Video Read Alouds, Podcasts & Audiobooks-https://docs.google.com/document/d/17gpuLEsFxY8GDaoPbvN6PCNXYKyr-QSnByF2kwoa9A8/edit?usp=sharing

Due to the district being closed today, no assignments will be posted for online or in person students. Enjoy the Snow Day and your weekend! βοΈβοΈβοΈβοΈ. All district events are canceled today, Friday, February 5th.

Columbia School District is closed, Friday, February 5. Child care is open.οΏΌ

Every Friday is BLUE and GOLD DAY at Columbia Central! πππ¦
Let's go Golden Eagles!

Check out the opportunities at the Jackson Area Career Center-
The 3D, interactive platform - accessible by desktop and mobile device at http://tour.jacc-mi.net - allows visitors to check out the classrooms and equipment any time of day from the comfort of their home.

Thank you Columbia Central Heroes! Please read more about our fabulous teachers at CCJH/HS. In this article, Mr. Jackson is featured for his tremendous work with our students. ππ
https://pamcampbellssoup.blogspot.com/2021/01/csd-hero-columia-central-jr-sr-high.html

Reminder-Wednesday, 2/3, is a scheduled Learning at Home day for all 7th-12th grade students. Students need to check their email and Google Classroom pages to complete required learning activities.

Great News.... Homecoming shirts are now on sale!
Freshmen-gold
Sophomores-navy
Juniors and 8th grade-sports grey
Seniors and 7th grade-white.
The cost is only $10.00! Order forms are in both offices and are due by February 2nd! ππ

Reminder-Wednesday, 1/20, is a scheduled Learning at Home day for all 7th-12th grade students. Students need to check their email and Google Classroom pages to complete required learning activities.

Breakfast and lunch is free-of-charge to all students for the remainder of the school year! As a reminder to our Virtual families, meal pick up is every Wednesday from 10-11 AM. Pleas use the bus loop and pick up in front of the high school gym. π¦

As a reminder, in honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, there will be no school for students on Monday, January 18.

Reminder-Wednesday, 1/13, is a scheduled Learning at Home day for all 7th-12th grade students. Students should check their email and Google Classroom pages to complete required learning activities.

Please remember we have breakfast and lunch free-of-charge to all students for the remainder of the school year! Meal pick up is every Wednesday from 10-11 AM. Please use the bus loop and pick up in front of the high school gym.

Breakfast and lunch is free-of-charge to all students for the remainder of the school year! πAs a reminder to our Virtual families, meal pick up is every Wednesday from 10-11 AM. New location-use the bus loop and pick up in front of the high school gym.ππ¦
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Breakfast and lunch will continue to be offered free-of-charge to all students for the remainder of the school year! πAs a reminder to our Virtual families, Curbside Meal Pick-Up is available in the CCHS parking lot between 10-11 a.m. on Wednesdays. ππ¦
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As a reminder, Wednesday remains a Learning at Home day for all 7th-12th grade students.

The American Red Cross blood drive has been relocated to the upper elementary (CUES) at 321 School St. in Brooklyn due to a break in the main well at CCHS.

The Red Cross Blood Drive has been relocated to Columbia Upper Elementary School due to a break in the main well at CCHS.

Congratulations to Bailey Surque who received All State honors in volleyball! We are so proud of your success and determination! https://www.mlive.com/highschoolsports/2020/12/see-michigans-2020-all-state-high-school-volleyball-players.html

Good Morning,
Our Leadership Class will be collecting canned foods and non perishable items until noon today at Columbia Central Jr./Sr. High School. We appreciate your support!

Congratulations to Bailey Surque for earning a spot on the Michigan Interscholastic Volleyball Coaches Association All-Region team! We are so proud!
https://www.mlive.com/highschoolsports/2020/12/eight-jackson-area-volleyball-players-named-to-2020-mivca-all-region-teams.html

Please check out the December Edition of the Golden Eagle Times Newsletter-https://www.smore.com/vgu3s

We had a great first day of class meetings! Check out this video from Mr. Smith!
https://youtu.be/fpnxyhuown4

It was wonderful to see our students today during class meetings! We are so proud of you for attending! Friday is an Academic Support Day. Students should check Google Classroom and may attend teacher meeting times for extra help.

Please sign up for the Virtual Talent Show!! This is for junior high and high school! If doing a group act, only one submission is required! Sign up by 11/24.
Jr. High Sign Up: https://forms.gle/5xFnsPyz4Yoy6WZD8
High School Sign Up: https://forms.gle/zyQwaW9HbHUGdvQT6

CCJH/HS students have required online class meetings beginning at 9:45 AM every Monday, Tuesday and Thursday throughout Distance Learning . Please refer to the schedule for more information-https://bit.ly/3pDfUkW

Meal pick up will be on Wednesday, 11/18, at the high school (in the drop off loop in front of the office) from 10am to 11am for all students. Due to the holiday next week, this will be an 8-day meal pickup. The next meal pickup will be on December 2nd.Β Β

Meal Distribution for Distance Learning-
Meal pick up tomorrow at the high school (in the drop off loop in front of the office) from 10am to 11am for all students. Due to the holiday next week, this will be an 8-day meal pickup. The next meal pickup will be on December 2nd.

On Wednesday, 11/18/20, all Columbia Central Jr./Sr. High School students will transition to Distance Learning through 12/9/20. School will take place as planned on Tuesday, 11/17/20.
A detailed schedule for Distance Learning will be emailed to all families on Tuesday, 11/17/20.

On Wednesday, 11/18/20, all Columbia Central Jr./Sr. High School students will transition to Distance Learning through 12/9/20. School will take place as planned on Tuesday.
A detailed schedule for Distance Learning will be emailed to all families on Tuesday.

All Columbia Schools will be open on Monday, Nov 16th for all students, unless they have been directed to quarantine.
We will have a Special Board Meeting via Zoom at 7:45 pm to discuss the MDHHS order and how it will affect our students and staff members.

Congratulations to CCHS football players, Blake Farmer and Ethan Emerson, for making the All Region team. Way to go CC!!

Way to go Columbia Central Varsity Volleyball team! Good Luck Thursday night in the Regional finals!!
https://jtv.tv/bath-vs-columbia-central-regional-volleyball-11-10-20-photo-gallery/?fbclid=IwAR3duwGVRc93uHpxUqmSHI13-dyPbmxZV4SbwGm6010YrNT2QqQyZ8YEP-E

Way to go CCHS Volleyball! The team is on their way to play against Bronson in the Regional finals Thursday night at 7 PM. You may purchase tickets using this link-https://gofan.co/app/events/152433 Please come to support the CCHS Varsity Volleyball team! Let's go CC!

As a country, we are blessed by those who have served. Today, on Veterans' Day, the Columbia School District Family celebrates the service of our Veterans, both near and far. Click the link for the video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0cKNZteq0gY&feature=youtu.be--

Reminder-Wednesday, 11/11, is virtual learning at home for all 7-12 grade students.

Good Luck to the CCHS Volleyball team as they begin Regionals tonight, 7 PM. Tickets must be purchased online with the link provided- https://gofan.co/app/events/149352
CCHS fans will not be permitted into the until the first game is over. Thank you for your support!

Good luck at the MHSAA State Cross Country Finals, Hope and Jacob! We wish you the best and are so proud of you both! Letβs go CC!ππ

Please check out the November edition of the Golden Eagle Times!
https://www.smore.com/fctnh

Reminder-Wednesday, 11/4, is virtual learning at home for all 7-12 grade students.

Reminder for Thursday, 10/29-
10th and 11th grade-testing in the building
9th and 12th grade-virtual learning at home
7th and 8th grade-no changes and will follow their regular schedule in the building

Reminder-Wednesday, 10/28, is virtual learning at home for all 7-12 grade students.

Attention Advanced Placement students-
The deadline to register for any of the AP exams has been extended to November 6. Please sign up to take these assessments with Mrs. Diefenthaler.

Congratulations to our Columbia Central Boys Tennis Team for earning Academic All State recognition! We are so proud of your hard work and dedication! Way to go CC!

New date for Seniors to take the SAT -Tuesday, October 27!

Please check out this important informational video from our Columbia Central Counselors. The Jackson County Early College information from Jean Logan has been posted on our Facebook page.
https://youtu.be/IohU46xrE5s

Important notice-There will be NO Saturday School on October 17.

Columbia Central Varsity Football will play the Hudson Tigers in Hudson on Saturday, October 17th at 4 P.M.

Columbia Central High School Varsity Soccer will play their MHSAA District game on Friday, October 16, at Onsted at 5 pm.

Virtual Parent-Teacher Conferences are on 10/14 and 10/15, 4-7 PM. Please use this link to register: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0D49ABA82BA4F4C16-fall
Once registered, teachers will email a Zoom invite for each session. Please call the office with questions.

Reminder-Wednesday, 10/7, is virtual learning at home for all 7-12 grade students. Students need to check their email and log into their Google Classroom pages to complete their required assignments. See you Thursday!

If your child needs to pick up any items from their locker to assist with virtual learning today and Wednesday, they may come to the school building anytime this afternoon until 2:30 PM and tomorrow beginning at 7:30 AM. Please come to the main office.

Junior high football practice is cancelled today, Tuesday, October 6.

Students should plan to attend Career Center or college classes. We will have a bus available for Career Center students.

There is a broken part in the water system at Columbia Central High School. Jr. and Sr. High School students will have a virtual learning day. Buses will drop them back off at home. Elementary students will attend school as usual.

Please check out the October edition of the Golden Eagle Times-https://www.smore.com/3dvsz

Reminder-Wednesday, 9/30, is virtual learning at home for all 7-12 grade students. Students need to check their email and log into their Google Classroom pages to complete their required assignments. Enjoy Pajama Day for Spirit Week tomorrow! See you Thursday!

Homecoming fun for Tuesday-
-Beach Day for CCJH/HS
-First hour door decorating competition for CC Junior High
-Move Night for CCHS from 7-9 PM. Must sign up in the office by 3 PM to attend. Event is free and popcorn will be provided. Students must wear a mask.

Monday-Country vs Country Club
Tuesday-Beach Day
Wednesday-PJ Day at Home
Thursday-Class Color Day
Friday-Blue and Gold Day ππ
Letβs go CC!

Reminder-Wednesday, 9/23, is virtual learning at home for all 7-12 grade students. Students need to check their email and log into their Google Classroom pages to complete their required assignments. See you Thursday!

Please join The Builders Club and Key Club for the Book Box Build today from 1-4 PM at the Brooklyn Scout Cabin in Swain Park. This activity is great for families!

We are cancelling In Person Saturday School for 9/19/20. If you signed for a virtual Zoom session, this is still taking place. The next Saturday School is on October 17 from 9-11 AM.

Every Friday is Blue and Gold Day! Letβs go Golden Eagles! ππ

Picture Day is Thursday! Learning at Home students are invited between 8-9 AM and should enter the building using the athletic lobby doors. Photos will be in the gym. We will offer an alternate date for retakes. Order your pictures at mylifetouch.com, Photo ID-EVTSXNJ6P.

Reminder-Wednesday, 9/16, is virtual learning at home for all 7-12 grade students. Students need to check their email and log into their Google Classroom pages to complete their required assignments. See you Thursday! Picture Day is on Thursday!

Proud of the Columbia Central Volleyball team as they start their season! Way to go CC!
https://jtv.tv/western-vs-columbia-central-volleyball-9-11-20-photo-gallery/?fbclid=IwAR3Jtz3g2RMzjdPawlgYYLOF97aNWcf70bC9EBXLigICKICOhzugDetEakk

Please review the first editionΒ of our newsletter for the 2020-2021 school year. Golden Eagle Times-https://www.smore.com/87pcj

Reminder-Wednesday, 9/9, is virtual learning at home for all 7-12 grade students. Students need to check their email and log into their Google Classroom pages to complete their required assignments. See you Thursday!

The Jackson Area Career Center is closed today, 9/8, due to a power outage.

Please join Columbia Central Jr./Sr. High School on Facebook-
https://www.facebook.com/ccjshs

Reminder: Columbia School District meal pickup for virtual learners is tomorrow from 10 to 11 right in front of the high school office. This is for all distance learners Pk through 12th grade.

Tonight the Columbia School Board considered a suggestion from the administration to join some other districts in Jackson County by attending school for half days this week. The superintendent and a representative of the Columbia Education Association, agreed to alter the school calendar by scheduling half days on Thursday and Friday, in addition to our traditional Wednesday half day. Not only will this address the affects of the heat on children wearing masks while riding busses, it will give our teachers an opportunity to review and reflect their first days of school.

So proud of the Columbia and Napoleon communities working together to provide support to our student athletes! Congratulations to both volleyball teams on your new courts!
https://jtv.tv/cchs-napoleon-create-outdoor-sand-volleyball-courts/

You might qualify for free or reduced lunch! Go online to lunchapp.com to complete the form today. The process is easier, shorter and has a faster response time! We would like to avoid handling paper copies due to the spread of Covid-19. If you do not have access to the Internet, please feel free to turn in a paper copy. We are looking forward to seeing your students smiling faces!

Columbia Central High School Commencement begins tonight at 7 PM. Please enjoy this special tribute video for the Class of 2020! Congratulations graduates!
https://youtu.be/klKg57hG2ZM

Just a reminder the Baccalaureate event is outdoors. Please bring a chair for the ceremony.

Please join us for a special Baccalaureate celebration honoring the Class of 2020 on Thursday evening at 7 PM. The event will be held at the Heart of the Lakes Church.

Students in Grades 9-12, Credit Recovery begins July 27th- August 14th please register here: https://forms.gle/9maMgMyTzZ1c5Ny4A

The CCHS Jr./Sr. Prom has been canceled. All other Senior Week events including graduation are still taking place on the dates previously scheduled. Final details about each event will be emailed to families on Monday, July 20, 2020.

Attention Juniors and Seniors! Please RSVP to Aloha-Junior-Senior Prom here: https://forms.gle/FSBNkx95PyXmCG319

The CCHS Yearbooks are in. They can be obtained in the High School office Monday-Thursday from 9 am - 3 Pm.

If you have any items still left from your lockers and/or gym lockers they must be picked up Thursday, June 18 from 9 am - 3 pm or Monday, June 22 from 9 am -3 pm. After that date the items will be donated to local organizations.

Did you participate in the Columbia Community Virtual 5K? Complete the final forms to get credit and help CCJH win PE equipment. Letβs go
Columbia!! ππ.
https://sites.google.com/
oakridgeschools.org/virtualfitness5kchallenge/final-5k

Locker room items can be obtain from 6/8/20 to 6/19/20, Monday thru Thursday from 9:00 AM until 3:00 PM.

Congratulations to the Class of 2020! We are so proud of you!
http://irishhillslive.com/columbia-central-high-school-top-10

We would like to wish all of you a healthy and enjoyable summer! Please check out this fun message for a great summer break from Columbia Central Jr./Sr. High School staff:
https://youtu.be/BRdbFHTqpxI

Please check out the Columbia Central Jr./Sr. High School Announcements for June 1, 2020-
https://youtu.be/nBFudOipGz4

A NEW newsletter from the JCISD Whole Child team-https://www.smore.com/ms17t. Moving forward, mass updates, newsletters and upcoming learning opportunities related to Whole Child will come directly from the Whole Child team, which can be reached at wholechild@jcisd.org

Join us on this beautiful morning for a run, walk or bike! https://www.facebook.com/CCJSHScommunity5K/

Congratulations to Aiden Adams from Columbia Central Athletics on being selected to the Michigan High School Football Coaches Association West All-Star Team!

Check out the Columbia Central Jr./Sr. High School Announcements for Tuesday, May 26.Β We will email one more episode of our video announcements for students on Monday, June 1st.Β Β https://youtu.be/puV2y6gApiIΒ Β

A NEW newsletter from the JCISD Whole Child team has been published today!
https://www.smore.com/xmsjv

Please check out the Columbia Central Jr./Sr. High School Announcements for May 21-Β Β https://youtu.be/paDuIL72iqQΒ Β

Locker clean out for 7-11th grade will be held tomorrow from 2-6:30 PM. Upon arrival, please pull up to the front of the school in the bus loop area and remain in your vehicle. A staff member will bring all items to your car. Students may also return textbooks at this time. If your child needs to keep their textbook through the remainder of the school year, they may be returned to the school office the week of June 8-11 from 9 AM-3 PM.

Columbia Central High School Seniors join in the fun by posting your picture! https://www.fox47news.com/lifestyle/2020-senior/columbia-high-school-senior-spotlight

A NEW newsletter from the JCISD Whole Child team has been published today!
https://www.smore.com/dv45m

Please check out this special edition of the Columbia Central Announcements featuring some messages for the Class of 2020!
https://youtu.be/FDz8plvQmOMΒ Β

Tomorrow is the last day of school for the Class of 2020. Please join us to honor this class by attending the Senior Car Parade being held Friday evening at 7:30 PM in the Columbia Central High School parking lot area. Seniors may decorate their cars for the parade and meet at the high school baseball complex by 7:15 PM. Parents and community members should bring decorated signs and plan to cheer. Be the Light for the Class of 2020 will take place to end the parade. Seniors and those watching the parade must remain in their vehicles throughout the entire event. Please join us for this special event!

Please check out the Columbia Central Jr./Sr. High School announcements for May 11, 2020-https://youtu.be/vdeVn0lW97gΒ Β

A NEW newsletter from the JCISD Whole Child team has been published today!
Resources for Educators and Families - May 11
https://www.smore.com/0agv2

Senior Locker Clean Out is TONIGHT from 6-8 PM. This is for 12th grade students only. Students should pull up to the west side gym doors and remain in their vehicles.

Please check out the Columbia Central Jr./Sr. High School Announcements for May 7, 2020!
https://youtu.be/Vhe-XxugxaI

Senior locker clean out is May 8th from 6-8 pm. Locker clean out for grades 7th-11th will be May 21st from 2-6:30 pm.

Locker clean out for grades 7th-11th is May 21st from 2-6:30 pm.

Locker clean out for Seniors is May 8th from 6-8 pm. Please return textbooks and calculators at this time. Make sure to email your t-shirt size to Ms. Kimble and respond to both senior surveys by May 8th.

We are proud of you, Jensen, and wish you the best of luck at Michigan State University in the Fall!
https://jtv.tv/tumas-making-the-best-of-extended-time-off/

Please check out the Columbia Central Jr./Sr. High School announcements for May 4, 2020-
https://youtu.be/-yYcqkKBOWUΒ Β

A NEW newsletter from the JCISD Whole Child team has been published today! Please check out the great resources!
https://www.smore.com/9vhgr

Please check out the Columbia Central Jr./Sr. High School announcements for April 30, 2020-https://youtu.be/FHI5Ql7AgPkΒ Β

Congratulations to Aiden Adams for being chosen as a member of the Michigan High School football All Star Game! https://www.mlive.com/highschoolsports/2020/04/west-roster-announced-for-michigan-high-school-football-all-star-game.html?outputType=amp&__twitter_impression=true

Resource for Juniors-Information about how colleges may change admissions, testing and financial aid policies due to the COVID-19 outbreak. The Navigate 2020 Virtual Conference and College Fair seeks to address these concerns and more! https://virtual.gotocollegefairs.com/

Please check out the Columbia Central announcements for April 27.Β Mrs. Diefenthaler has some important news for Seniors regarding Decision Day!
https://youtu.be/_F9C22e7vBoΒ Β

Please check out this helpful Whole Child resource from the Jackson County ISD.-
https://www.smore.com/cgmhk

Apply today for the Senior Cash Bash and Athletic Booster Scholarship Program! https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1igyMyPAdE4KN143Bmh1kLDh7U9rNyt_0EJTxXC4GCNc/edit?ts=5e8f4454

Good Evening Class of 2020-If you have not done so yet, please email Mrs. Prendel, nianne.prendel@myeagles.org, your first, middle, and last name as you would like it to appear on your diploma by Friday, April 24. Thank you!

Please check out the Columbia Central Jr./Sr. High School announcements for April 23, 2020. Mrs. Caryl, Mr. Kubiak, and Mr. Cushman are all included today to share some updates for you! Β https://youtu.be/HXVjB3BR4CUΒ Β

Seniors! Take advantage of the Scholarship funds available from the Cash Bash and Athletic Boosters!! Click here for one easy to fill out application! https://forms.gle/KCMGyFTJP14dyui47

Columbia Central students...please check out this very special video message from our CC staff. We miss you,
we love you, and are thinking of you each and every day!
https://youtu.be/CegbBzv7PoA

A NEW newsletter from the JCISD Whole Child team has been published! https://www.smore.com/uj8kv
Resources for Educators and Families - April 20

Please check out the Columbia Central Announcements for April 20, 2020!
https://youtu.be/7QjVRuwv4bg

Please check out the Columbia Central Jr./Sr. High School Announcements for April 17, 2020!
https://youtu.be/2Sw5GEQkzLA

Importance of Engaging in our Continued Learning Plan for students-High School
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1qbP7_vUxg0Ds-LdJVZLWVJ26ehwW6KMbOH0qC7Liybc/edit?usp=sharing

This week's Columbia Central Top 7 Tips for Parents!
https://docs.google.com/document/d/18AwP4wqtTBh5dGJXVWHTu1VcZn2VN96WgsYOd46dXA4/edit?usp=sharing

Light up the Sky

Please check out this helpful resources for students, staff and families throughout Jackson County. Thank you to our Jackson County ISD for their continued support during this time!
https://www.smore.com/zhbp9

Please check out the Columbia Central Jr./Sr. High School announcements for April 13, 2020.
https://youtu.be/Bb4vo60ahHo

Columbia Central Seniors-please apply for scholarships through Columbia Athletic Boosters and the Cash Bash!! Click here for a combined application!
http://t.ly/eZRBN--

Scholarships: Columbia Athletic Boosters and the Cash Bash are available in a combined application! Apply for both scholarships at once! http://t.ly/eZRBN

Please check out the Columbia Central Announcements for April 9, 2020! Every day is a GREAT DAY to be a Golden Eagle!
https://youtu.be/sUjoreLhCh8

Need groceries? Brooklyn Food Bank is handing out extra bags of food between 10 am and 2 pm today behind ReMax and Angelβs Flowers at 131 N Main. Please bring your ID and a piece of mail with your name and address. ππ¦
π #ItsAGreatDayToBeAGoldenEagle #ColumbiaTogether

K-105.3 is hosting High School Senior Salutes! They are asking to submit your high school senior's info here for FREE to be featured and be sure to share with all your friends & family!
https://www.k1053.com/k105-3-high-school-senior-salutes/

Please check out the Columbia Central Jr./Sr. High School Announcements for April 7, 2020!
https://youtu.be/YmphPMuqKEQ

This week teachers will continue to email and contact students sharing informational educational enrichment actitvities. Please check your email and have your 7th grade through 12th grade students check their email and the teacher's Google or Weebly websites.

While you are home, make the best use of your time! Apply for a scholarship from the Sigmund Foundation! Apply by April 15. www.sigmundfoundatiin.org

We are excited to share some GREAT NEWS!! Morgan and Nathan S. will be bowling next year at Jackson College! Congratulations on our hard work and success. We wish you the best of luck at Jackson College!
Every day is a GREAT DAY TO BE A GOLDEN EAGLE!

Important words and photo essay for our seniors, the Class of 2020 from Matt Schepeler..
http://irishhillslive.com/photo-essay-of-a-sad-day

We love the Class of 2020! ππ Please check out their Senior Photos on myeagles.org.
https://www.myeagles.org/o/columbia-central-sr-high-school

CCHS students and staff participated in the Stop the Bleed training. Our students are eligible to apply for this scholarship. Winners receive scholarship funds and more kits for our school. https://nationalstopthebleedday.org/scholarship-program/

Columbia Central Jr. - Sr. High Students have educational resources available at this link! https://docs.google.com/document/d/1FEyziE4vG3rpJyWeB1iUotJU_5RJidqWi3cj-UVf90Y/edit

Helpful Whole Child resources from JCISD-https://www.smore.com/f2zsa

Columbia Food Service will pass out breakfast and lunch today from 9 am to 11am for youth 18 and under at Columbia Elementary. Simply drive up, open your window, and we will bring the bag lunches to you.

Due to the Coronovirus the Brooklyn Kiwanis Club has canceled the Easter Egg Hunt that was previously scheduled for April 11th. Thank you to all of the donors who helped to fund the Easter Egg Hunt. The prizes will be used next year for the Hunt.

Congratulations, Aiden, for being named to the Jackson Citizen Patriot Dream Team - Honorable Mention! We are so proud of your hard work and success! Way to go CC! https://www.mlive.com/highschoolsports/2020/03/meet-mlives-2019-20-boys-basketball-dream-team-from-jackson.html.

While you are home, make the best use of your time! Apply for a scholarship from the Sigmund Foundation! Apply by April 15. www.sigmundfoundatiin.org

Columbia Central Announcements for March 26! Go Golden Eagles!ππ
https://youtu.be/bZPIdu5m99U

The CCHS Athletic Department is asking athletes and coaches to post any workouts, past videos or photos you have of any athletic events to enjoy during this time. Please share the on the Columbia Central Athletic Facebook Page. https://www.facebook.com/columbiacentralathletics/

Columbia Central Golden Eagle announcements for March 25! ππ
https://youtu.be/0HrZnyNbtZ0

School Closure Whole Child Resources-
https://www.smore.com/5mf9s

Check out Columbia Central announcements for March 24! Every day is a great day to be a Golden Eagle! https://youtu.be/UhFi8QEPeoA

Check out Varsity Brands, Believe in You, a series of episodes designed to educate students about believing in yourself, despite any challenges they may face. Believe in You, Series One and Two- https://www.varsitybrands.com/believe-in-you.

Congratulations to Zoie, Lexi, Taiya, and Tadassa! We are so proud of your determination, success, and your 1st place finish in the LCAA! Way to go CC!
https://www.mlive.com/highschoolsports/2020/03/meet-the-lcaa-all-conference-girls-basketball-team-for-the-2019-20-season.html

On Monday, March 23rd, Columbia Food Service will have breakfast and lunch bags between 9 am and 11 am at Columbia Elementary. Lunch is for youth 18 and under. ππ

Congratulations to Aiden, Sam, and Caleb! We are so proud of your hard work and success! Way to go CC!
https://trib.al/dxJUNif

Amazon is offering a free month of books and videos for kids..
https://www.dontwasteyourmoney.com/amazon-has-free-educational-books-shows-kids/?utm_campaign=SND_SM&utm_medium=new&utm_source=facebookSM&partner=SND_SM

Amazon is offering a free month of books and videos for kids..
https://www.dontwasteyourmoney.com/amazon-has-free-educational-books-shows-kids/?utm_campaign=SND_SM&utm_medium=new&utm_source=facebookSM&partner=SND_SM

Ted Talks for Teens feature innovative people who spark imagination and curiosity...
https://www.weareteachers.com/ted-talks-students/

Information regarding Jackson College-
https://trib.al/W4hKhiI

Check out Brain Pop! This engaging and interactive app is free during school closures! https://www.brainpop.com/

Check out this tool to encourage reading at home...BrightlyΒ is a blog which provides descriptions of books including visually engaging covers. Using Brightly, teens are able investigate the types of literature they might enjoy. https://www.readbrightly.com/ages-stages/teen/

Interested in the Free Jackson County Early College? Apply now by emailing info@jxncec.org or call Ms. Logan at 5175812003. www.jxncec.org

Attention current 9th and 10th grade students- The deadline to apply for the Jackson County Early College has been extended May 1, 2020.

Columbia will furnish breakfast and lunch in a bag for all Columbia students and any community member 18 and under from 9 am to 11 am at Columbia Elementary School on Monday, March 16th, Wednesday, March 18th, Friday, March 20th, Monday, March 23rd, and Wednesday, March 25th.

Attention JCEC students-The Jackson College Spring Break has been extended until March 20. Classes will resume in an online format beginning Monday, March 23. For more updates go to- https://www.jccmi.edu/coronavirus/#jc-tabs-1-tab-0.

Congratulations to Aiden Adams for making 2nd team LCAA All Conference in basketball. In addition, congratulations to Caleb Shay and Sam Lyke for making the honorable mention team. We are so proud of your hard work and success!

Prom is right around the corner on May 9th. There will be an important After Prom committee meeting for parents helping with the event on Tuesday night at 6 pm in the high school library. We appreciate your support!

The CCHS Leadership students will be selling ice cream at Tuesdayβs Regional Girls Basketball Game from 5-7 pm in the HS cafeteria. It comes with a student-made ceramic bowl! All proceeds will benefit the Brooklyn Food Pantry. $5 each! Thank you for your support!

Reminder-There is NO school for students on Monday, March 9th. This is a Professional Development day for Columbia Central staff. See you Tuesday!

Please join us for CCHS Musical, The Little Mermaid this weekend! Show times include Saturday and Sunday at 7 PM and Sunday at 2 PM. Tickets for adults are $10, students are $5, and children under 3 are free! Please come to enjoy this wonderful production!

There CC Clay Team will hold a range safety practice on March 8 at the Jackson Sportsman's Club, 12 PM. JV and Varsity baseball will begin March 9 from 7-9 PM in the gym. CCJH students running track need to pick up an informational packet in the JH office.

Congratulations to Zoie Bamm for being selected First Team All Conference, Lexi Collins and Taiya Fletcher for earning Second Team All Conference, and Tadassa Brown for receiving Honorable Mention! We are so proud of these ladies and the girls basketball team!

Kiwanis Club of Brooklyn, MI will be holding a FUNdraiser tonight, Saturday, Feb 29th at 6:00 PM at Jerry's Pub & Restaurant. The fun is open to the public to help support the Kiwanis Club of Brooklyn. DJ Trivia will be providing the entertainment. Come join in the fun!

The Columbia Central boys basketball game against Blissfield scheduled for Thursday night has been canceled. A make up date will be announced soon.

Columbia School District is closed for tomorrow, Thursday, February 27th due to icy back roads and inclement weather.

All Columbia Central afternoon/evening practices and events have been canceled for tonight, Wednesday, February 26th.

Due to inclement weather Columbia School District will be closed today, Wednesday, February 26th. Child care is open.

Any 7th-12th grade student who is planning to participate on the Columbia Central Trap Team needs to hand in the registration form to either the CCJH/CCHS office. There are extra forms available in the high school office.

There is a JAC3 meeting tonight at 6 PM in the library. The JAC3 program is an Early/Middle College that students apply to entering their junior year of high school, and with an interest in pursuing careers in the engineering, manufacturing, or welding fields.

Thank you to our community for supporting the Golden Cash Bash! We appreciate your donations and support of Columbia Central! The funds raised helps to provide Seniors with scholarships and grants for academics, arts and athletics at CC! Thank you for your generosity!

Please join us for homecoming!! Any student wearing blue and gold will pay $2. Students in K-6 must be accompanied by an adult. Let's go Golden Eagles!

Last Call for Early Bird Pricing on our 2021 trip to Costa Rica and 2022 trip to Central Europe. To sign up today for Costa Rica, go to www.explorica.com/Jackson-2021 and for Central Europe go to www.explorica.com/Jackson-2022. Deadline is 2/27/20.

There will be a Saturday School session this weekend on February 22nd from 8-11 AM. Please RSVP to either the junior high or high school office by Friday morning.

Congratulations to Thomas Ronders on qualifying for MHSAA Wrestling Regionals. We are proud of your hard work and success! Way to go!

There will be a parent meeting for the upcoming trips to Costa Rica and Central Europe on Tuesday, February 18th at 6:30 PM in Mr. Jackson's classroom. Please contact him for more details.
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Friends & family of CCHS-For $10, you can be entered into a drawing that takes place on homecoming for fun CC swag along with gift cards to local restaurants! The proceeds will go to After Prom. Please contact the high school office if you want to purchase a ticket. Thank you!

Any CCHS senior that would like help with the Jackson Community Foundation Scholarship application may stop by the College and Career Access Center located in the Jackson crossing. We are open today until 6 pm and Friday 12 -5 pm. The scholarships are due Friday at 5 pm.

Please be careful this morning on the way to school. You may encounter some slick spots on the roads.βοΈβοΈπ§π₯Ά ππ¦
π Career Center students, it is recommended that you ride the bus π today.

Congratulations to the Columbia Central Golden Eagles Boys varsity bowling team! Their performance on Saturday secured the 2019-20 LCAA Conference Championship! We are so proud of your hard work, determination, and success! Way to go CC!!

There is a sign up sheet in the high school office for any 7th-12th grade student interested in being a part of the Columbia Central Clay team this Spring. On February 12 at 6 PM, there will be a parent meeting in the library.

Come out to support our Competitive Cheer Team tonight at HOME! The event begins at 6 PM. CCHS students will earn Eagle Pride points for attending! Let's go CC!

Good luck to our girls basketball team tonight at Lenawee Christian! Our team is in first place in the LCAA conference heading into this exciting game this evening! Boys Basketball will play at Onsted, Both games begin with JV at 5:30 PM and varsity will follow! Go CC!

Announcing the Columbia Central Jr./Sr.HS 2021 educational trip to Costa Rica and 2022 educational trip to Central Europe: WWII focus! An informational meeting will be held TONIGHT in the CCHS Library at 7PM for BOTH tours. Please email Sr. Jackson with questions!

Due to inclement weather and slick road conditions πππ¦
Columbia School District is closed today, Thursday, February 6th.βοΈπ₯ΆβοΈπ§

Announcing the CCHS/JH 2021 educational trip to Costa Rica and 2022 educational trip to Central Europe: WWII in Focus! An informational meeting will be held this Thursday, February 6 at 7PM in the HS Library for BOTH tours. Please email Sr. Jackson with questions!

February 22: Save the Date!! More than $17,000 was raised last year for senior scholarships and mini grants for classrooms and programs at Columbia! Get your ticket for the Cash Bash from your school office or the Administration office.

There will be a meeting on Monday, February 3 for student and parents interested in learning about the Jackson County Early College program. It will be held at 6:30 PM in the CCHS Library.

So proud of the CCHS Girls Basketball team! Keep up the hard work, positive teamwork and success! Way to go CC!
https://www.mlive.com/highschoolsports/2020/02/getting-to-know-the-2019-20-brooklyn-columbia-central-girls-basketball-team.html

Please check out the new Columbia Central online school store! This store is open 24 hours, 365 days a year. You may buy just about anything while being able to change designs and colors.
[http://sideline.bsnsports.com/schools/michigan/brooklyn/columbia-central-high-school]

Boys basketball travels to Blissfield tonight. JV starts at 5:30 pm

There will be a fundraiser held on Friday night to help support the Columbia School District Robotics program. The event will be held at Brooklyn Lanes from 7-10 PM. The cost is $20 for bowling, shoes, and all you can eat pizza. Please come out to support this awesome program!

This Friday is Blue and Gold Day for 7-12 grade! This is an EAGLE PRIDE event for high school students. Counting takes place first hour. Let's go CC!

The girl's basketball game tonight at Onsted will be played in the elementary (old HS) gym. Please enter through the Elementary School Main Entrance (off Slee Rd). There is parking in front of and across the street from the school.

Girls basketball travels to Onsted tonight. JV starts at 5:30 pm

Way to go Columbia Central Girls Basketball Team! We are proud of your hard work and success!
https://jtv.tv/cchs-extends-basketball-winning-streak-to-10/

Bowling travels to Hillsdale. Pins start falling at 4:00 pm

Wrestling travels to Hillsdale to wrestle in the LCAA Jamb. Wrestling starts at 5:30 pm

There is a sign up for high school girls soccer in the office. There will be a parent meeting for those interested in playing on the team held Wednesday evening at 5:30 PM in the high school cafeteria.

Boys basketball travel to Dundee tonight. JV tips off at 5:30 pm

We invite parents to attend an important After Prom Planning Meeting being held on Tuesday, January 21 at 6 PM in the high school library. We are asking for parent support to help make this event possible this school year. Thank you for your help and support!

On January 24th, from 6-8 pm, the Golden Eagles Girls Basketball team will be having a Glow Party fundraiser at the Columbia Community Fitness Center. There will be high energy instructors, great music, 50/50 raffle and much, much more. Come out to support our team!

Girls basketball travels to Hanover Horton tonight. JV tips off at 5:30 pm

There is a sign up sheet in the high school office for any 7-12 grade student interested in being a part of the Columbia Clays team this Spring. On February 12 at 6 PM, there will be a parent meeting in the CCHS library.

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The safety of our students and staff members is of utmost importance. Thank you for the support and diligence of the Columbia Township Police partnering with our administration and students. This evening they located a gentleman who was walking through the trails and across the CCHS parking lot. Several of our students were concerned. He had been exercising by walking on the trails, he was not armed and was not considered a threat by the police. We appreciate students reporting their concerns.

Please attend the home boys basketball game tonight at CCHS! When students arrive to the game, they will be able to register with American 1 Credit Union for the half court drawing. Two students will be chosen to participate. The registration will be in the athletic lobby.

High school girls who will graduate in 2021 and live in Lenawee or Jackson County are eligible for the Distinguished Young Women of the Irish Hills Scholarship Program. Email irishhills@distinguishedyw.org and attend the meeting on 1/12/20 at 2 pm at Jan's Dance Connection.

On Thursday, American 1 Credit Union will visit the home varsity basketball game. Students may enter the FREE half court contest and win $500 cash if they make the basket! If the student does not make the basket, they will still receive $50. The school may earn up to $1000!

The American Prospect High School Essay Contest to Engage High School Students on How to Create a More Inclusive Economy
The American Prospect magazine, in partnership with Omidyar Network, announces the first annual American Prospect Essay Contest.
Many Americans are considering how to create a more inclusive economy. This competition will give high school students the opportunity to read and reflect on one of four renowned books exploring how the economy works in terms of poverty, race, markets, and democracy. The studentsβ essays will explore where the economy falls short and what we might do about it.
Prizes total $30,000: First place for juniors and seniors is $10,000; second place $5,000; third place $2,500. First place for freshmen and sophomores is $5,000; second place $2,500; third place $1,000. Forty honorable mentions will be awarded at $100 each. The Prospect will publish the winning essays at Prospect.org and feature a selection in the print edition. The deadline for submissions is March 31, 2020. For further information, go to Prospect.org/EssayContest.

Congratulations to Columbia Central Senior, Blake Ellison, for being named by JTV as the Scholar Athlete of the Week!We are proud of your success! https://jtv.tv/ductz-of-mid-michigan-scholar-athlete-of-the-week-blake-ellison-from-the-jackson-area-career-center-columbia-central/

Thank you to our Columbia Central Leadership Class for hosting the American Red Cross Blood Drive on Monday! Your efforts help to save lives!

Congratulations to Columbia Central Varsity Football Assistant Coach, Nate Moore, for being named Assistant Coach of the Year! Thank you for your hard work and success!
http://www.mhsfca.com/assets/1/7/2019_Ast_Coach_of_the_Year.pdf
#ItsAGreatDayToBeAGoldenEagle

Friday is a half day of school. The junior high and high school will dismiss at 11 AM.

Congratulations to Hope Wilkes for making the Jackson Area Dream Team, 2nd team, for Cross Country and Hannah Hinkle for making the Honorable Mention Team.
We are so proud of your hard work and success! Way to go CC!

Holiday Spirit Week begins tomorrow:
Monday- Pajama Day
Tuesday- White Out Day
Wednesday- Holiday Colors Day
Thursday- Holiday Character Day
Friday- Holiday Ugly Sweater Day
All days count towards Eagle Pride points!!

We are looking for a community member to announce the home basketball game Friday evening. Please contact Josh Kubiak, Athletic Director, if interested.

CCHS will kick off our Food Drive on Friday. Students will collect non-perishable items and toiletries throughout next week. On 12/7, stop by the Brooklyn Country Market from 9AM-2PM to fill the bus. The collected items will be donated to the Brooklyn Food Pantry. Thank you!

Gifting Joy is helping to support local homeless shelters during the holiday season. On Thursday, students are invited to wear school appropriate pajamas and/or a hat. The cost is $1 for each and the proceeds will go to the Gifting Joy project.

Meet the CCHS teams tonight at 6:30 pm in the CCHS gymnasium. All Columbia Central High School winter sports players and their parents should attend.

Congratulations to Aiden Adams, Ethan Emerson, and Lucas Mendez for being honored on the 2019 Offensive Dream Team! https://www.google.com/amp/s/www.mlive.com/highschoolsports/2019/11/2019-high-school-football-dream-team-offense-for-jackson-area.html%3foutputType=amp

So proud of these CCHS students! They are contributing to our community this holiday season! Please check out the Gifting Joy project. The PJ and Hat Day will be held on December 5 instead of 6. https://drive.google.com/file/d/134euCQD243yKU0hOD1by7tfdFChvynrX/view?usp=sharing

Please join us for our Fall production, Emma, A Pop Musical. Show times are listed below:
Friday-7 PM, Saturday-7 PM, & Sunday-2 PM
Adults tickets are $7, students are $5, and children 5 and under are FREE. The book fair will be open as well during these show times.

Parents, please check out this helpful resource to learn more information about current trends in social media, apps, and technology games for teens. https://www.commonsensemedia.org/parents-ultimate-guides

Attention CCHS After Prom Committee-Our next meeting is this Tuesday the 19th at 6 pm in the CCHS library to continue working on the after-prom event! (This is a change from the original date scheduled due to conflicts with other school events.)

Wear your favorite team tomorrow, Michigan or Michigan State!! If these are not your favorite, you may choose to wear the college of your choice! High school students will earn Eagle Pride points for participating.

Due to the inclement weather and icy back roads, Columbia School District is closed today, Tuesday, November 12th. Child care will be open.

Columbia School District is canceling all afterschool activities, games and practices for this evening due to the inclement weather.

Please be careful traveling to school this morning. Career Center students should plan to ride the bus due to the weather.

Columbia Central Competitive Cheer tryouts are Monday, November 11th at 3:30 PM in the cafeteria for any girl in grades 7-12.

CCHS Girls Basketball try-outs will take place Monday, November 11th-Wednesday, November 13th. Try-outs will be held in the CCHS Gym from 3-5 PM, for grades 9-12.

Students and staff are invited to wear Red, White and Blue in honor of Veterans Day on Monday. Breakfast for our veterans begins at 9 AM and the assembly will follow at 9:30 AM. Community members are welcome to attend.

Due to our school cancellation today, students and staff at the junior high and high school are invited to wear costumes on Friday. High school students earn Eagle Pride points for participating. We have a half day of school on Friday with dismissal at 11 AM. Happy Halloween!

Voting ENDS tomorrow! PLEASE VOTE for the Columbia Central art program to win the Michigan Schools and Government Credit Union grant. Use this link to vote for Preserving Memories at Columbia Central: https://www.classroomcash.org/voting/submit?id=401

CCHS Leadership, in partnership with American Red Cross, will be hosting a blood drive on Thursday, October 24 from 8:30 AM until 2:15 PM. The event will be held in the Columbia Central gymnasium. Please joins us for this important opportunity to donate.

Parents- please take this short survey to help Columbia apply for the Safe Routes to School Grant. We need your input to begin developing a plan for students to walk and bike to school through a trail system.
http://www.saferoutesdata.org/surveyformparent.cfm?key=2012196

Please vote for the Columbia Central art program to win the Michigan Schools and Government Credit Union grant. The voting ends on October 25th. Use this link to vote for Preserving Memories at Columbia Central:
https://www.classroomcash.org/voting/submit?id=401

Good luck to Elizabeth Tyndall who is participating in the MHSSA State Golf Tournament this weekend! We are so proud of your hard work! We wish you the best! Go CC!

You may save a life: Submit a tip to OKAY2SAY. https://ok2say.state.mi.us/

Columbia Central Boys Soccer will play in the District Championship against Hanover on Wednesday at 4:30PM. Columbia Central will host the game. Please join us to support CC in the District Championship!

Congratulations to Boys Soccer for defeating Leslie last night, 2-0! CC Boys Soccer will play in the District Championship at home on Wednesday at 4:30PM against Hanover! Please come out to support CC!

Tomorrow we are honoring College Application Month at Columbia Central! Students and staff are invited to wear their favorite college shirt/sweatshirt! Let's go Golden Eagles!

Parent-Teacher Conferences are being held tonight and tomorrow evening from 5-8PM. Both nights are available for junior high and high students families to visit our staff. We look forward to seeing you.

Update to the School Calendar-Friday, November 1st and Thursday, March 26 are both half days of school with dismissal at 11AM. Thank you for your support!

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There will be a location change for the JV football game on Thursday evening. The game will be played at Hillsdale College not Jonesville High School. Good luck to our Golden Eagles!

CCHS Robotics! The Golden Gears Robotics Team is meeting on Wednesdays from 6 to 8 pm and Sundays from 1 to 5 pm at the Options Cafeteria. Join us and learn the basics of robotics. Earn scholarships and have fun! No experience necessary!

CCHS students work to benefit the community through Key Club! Students may join to help with their upcoming projects, such as Book Boxes and Educational Games for elementary students! Join us during high school lunch Thursday, Oct. 3! Key Club is a great way to earn NHS hours.

Please join us for the CCHS Alumni Soccer game on Saturday, October 5th at 11:30AM. All Columbia Central alumni soccer players are invited to participate!

Columbia School District students in grades 5 through 12 may apply for the Spirit of Prudential Volunteer Awardπ
! Apply today! https://spirit.prudential.com/apply/2020?utm_medium=display-other&utm_source=spoc_fb_ig_parents_teachers_students&utm_content=facebook-instagram&utm_campaign=2019_spoc&dclid=CO3S5dqb-OQCFQjdwAod0lMNww

The CCAC will host ESL (English as a Second Language) courses at our office in the Jackson Crossing. Please share the information with anyone who may benefit from this valuable service. We are proud of our newest initiative that will further our mission to navigate ALL clients to productive career paths.
Brian Green
College and Career Advisor/Marketing Specialist
College & Career Access Center
(517) 990-0671
www.jacksoncac.org
Mission: "Navigating ALL Jackson County residents to productive careers through the pursuit of appropriate career training or post-secondary education."

Friday is Blue and Gold Day! High school students will earn Eagle Pride points for participating! Go Golden Eagles!

This is a gentle reminder regarding the concern about mosquitoes that we are hearing in the news. If you will be attending evening athletic events, please take proper precautions to protect your self. You may want to wear long sleeved shirts, long pants and bug spray. Thank you for being a Golden Eagle! πππ¦

Join us for Columbia Centralβs Class of 1999, 20th year reunion at Jerry's Pub on Saturday, October 5 at 7 p.m. Tickets can be purchased on Eventbrite at
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/columbia-centrals-class-of-1999-20-year-reunion-tickets-69414066341?aff=ebdssbeac

Communications Camp will be held on November 6th-8th. All 10th-12th grade Columbia Central students are invited to attend. Please sign up in the high school office this week if interested.

There will be a meeting on Tuesday, 9/17, at 6:30PM in the CCHS Library for any parents able to help with this years After Prom event. Much help is needed and we hope to see you there!

Remind is back for Columbia Central! Please sign up for updates and reminders using the link below:
https://www.remind.com/join/22e663c

Picture Day is Thursday for CCJH and CCHS! Forms are available in the office and online at mylifetouch.com.

Homecoming T-Shirts are on sale for $10. All order forms must be handed in by Thursday, September 12th.

Picture Day is Thursday for CCJH and CCHS! Forms are available in the office and online at mylifetouch.com.

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2019 Homecoming T-shirts from Ms. Kimble. They are $10. Orders are due by September 12. #ItsAGreatDayToBeAGoldenEagle

This is a reminder that any high school students interested in robotics should come to the CCHS open house event tomorrow evening from 6-8 pm in the Robotics build space at Columbia Options High School.

Congratulations to Ethan Emerson! Ethan was named JTV Player of the Week!! https://jtv.tv/willis-machnik-player-of-the-week-ethan-emerson-columbia-central

The Columbia Central community is invited join us for the first home varsity football game tonight against Napoleon. The game begins at 7PM. Best of luck to our Golden Eagles! Let's go CC!

Thursday is BLUE AND GOLD DAY!! Let's go Golden Eagles!

Good luck to our Cross Country team running in Addison today at 5PM. Varsity Soccer plays at Western tomorrow morning and Varsity Volleyball competes at Adrian. Both events are at 9AM. Good luck to our Golden Eagles!

School begins tomorrow at 7:45AM and dismisses at 11AM. Thursday and Friday will be full days of school. We look forward to welcoming back our Columbia Central students!

Please join us for the Back to School Open House tomorrow from 5:30-7PM. Junior high students and any new high school students may pick up their schedules. Several community organizations will be on campus to share their resources. We look forward to welcoming you!

The rain plan for Meet the Teams will be in the cafeteria tonight at 6 PM.

CCHS Orientation will be held on Thursday, August 15th. Students may pick up books and schedules. Juniors and Seniors: 12-3 pm. Sophomores: 4-7 pm. CCHS Freshman Orientation will be held August 15th from 5:30 to 7:00 pm in the High School. Please plan to attend.

CCHS Volleyball Tryouts will be held on the following dates: Wednesday, 8/14, 5-7 PM and Thursday, 8/15, 4-6 PM. Athletes MUST have a current physical dated April 15, 2019 turned in to the office or may turn in to coach on Wednesday. Athletes may not try out without a physical.

Back to School Open House is Tuesday, August 20 from 5:30-7 PM. Jr. high and high school families are invited to attend. Jr. high students will receive their schedules and new lockers. Community organizations will be on campus to offer their services to support our students.

CCHS Orientation will be held on Thursday, August 15th. Students can pick up books and schedules. Juniors and Seniors: 12-3 pm. Sophomores: 4-7 pm.

Attention all CCHS freshman and parents, orientation will be held August 15th from 5:30 to 7:00 pm in the High School. Please plan to attend.

Fall athletic practices begin the week of August 12. Cross Country will have practice beginning 8/12 from 4-5 PM. Athletes will meet at the Fitness Center. Boys Tennis will also begin on Monday from 6:30-8:30 PM.

We are starting an Athletic Booster organization for the 2019-2020 school year. Please attend the first informational meeting on August 7 at 6 PM in the CCHS library. The Fall athletic season begins on Monday, August 12 and your support of our student athletes is appreciated!

Join us for the Back-to-School Open House for CCHS is Tuesday August 20, from 5:30 to 7 pm!

Congratulations to Mrs. Daniels on her 25th win at the Sidmore Tennis Tournament! We are so proud of Mrs. Daniels and this tremendous accomplishment! https://www.mlive.com/sports/jackson/2019/08/dana-daniels-michael-calderone-take-top-honors-at-sidmore-championship.html

There will be an informational meeting for any interested boys soccer players and parents tonight at 6 PM in Mr. Smith's classroom at CCHS. The first day of practice is Monday, August 12.

In the spirit of Back to School and the upcoming Fall Sports season, we are offering Columbia Central STADIUM CHAIRS as a fundraiser to benefit the students gong to Spain in 2020.
Shop Now: https://www.bsnteamsports.com/shop/2019CCSTHC
- Store open from: 8/1 - 8/12

Sports physicals will be available at Columbia Central Jr./Sr. High School on Thursday, July 25th from 4-6 PM. The cost will be $20.

There will be a Red Cross Blood Drive on Tuesday, July 2, 2019 from 12 pm - 5:45 pm at Columbia Central High School. Free Cedar Point tickets and t-shirts available to those who donate (while supplies last) Schedule your appointment at www.redcrossblood.org

All new incoming HS Band/ Marching Band Members: There will be mandatory meeting July 15 at 6:30 pm in the High School Band Room about marching band camp and the marching band season. This is the final date for ANY band members to turn in their final camp payments and paperwork.

Good luck to the CCHS Varsity Baseball team who is continuing District play today in Manchester at 1 PM. They will finish their game against Onsted. Good luck Columbia Central!

There will be a mandatory meeting for current 6th - 11th grade boys basketball players and their parents at Columbia Central High School in the Cafeteria on June 3rd at 5:30 PM. We will discuss the summer schedule for the basketball camps. Thank you.

Congratulations to our Girls Soccer team on a wonderful season! We are proud of your success along the way! Way to go CC!

There will be a mandatory meeting for current 6th - 11th grade boys basketball players and their parents at Columbia Central High School in the Cafeteria on June 3rd at 5:30 PM. We will discuss the summer schedule for the basketball camps. Thank you.

There was a crude oil spill in downtown Brooklyn today. The spill is contained with dirt and the Columbia Township Fire Department has contained the oil away from waterways. They assured us that there is no danger to people. Traffic is being rerouted around the downtown area.

Congratulations to Brady Walker, Eric Emerson and Ethan Emerson who received All State honors with the Michigan State High School
Clay Target League. The team earned 2nd place in their conference!
http://miclaytarget.com/2019/05/29/congratulations-to-the-2019-all-state-team/

Congratulations to our Girls Soccer team who won their district game tonight 2-1 and will advance to the finals! Way to go CC!

Interested in supporting kids programs in the Brooklyn area and showing your pride in America? Join up with the Kiwanis Flag Program! https://www.brooklynkiwanismi.com/Page/33177

Congratulations to the CCHS Boys Varsity Baseball team for winning tonight, 11-0!Chase Tompkins pitched a no-hitter to help with the win! Way to go CC! We are proud of you!

Congratulations to our Girls Tennis team who earned Academic All State recognition for Division IV! We are so proud of your hard work!

Thank you those who bravely served our country. We honor you today and always!

Please join us tonight for a special concert highlighting our music program. The CCJH Band, CCJH Choir, Jazz Band and CCHS Concert Band will perform this evening at 7 PM in the Columbia Performing Arts Center. We look forward to a wonderful show!

Congratulations to Tommy Ronders, who earned 2nd place in Long Jump at the Regional meet and who is the LCAA Champ! We are so proud of your accomplishments!

Vote for CCHS Softball Plater,Kaylin Peach, as the Athlete of the Week!
https://www.mlive.com/highschoolsports/2019/05/vote-for-jackson-area-athlete-of-week-for-may-13-18.html

Vote for Athlete of the Week! Way to go Kenadee Tompkins!
https://www.mlive.com/highschoolsports/2019/05/vote-for-the-jackson-area-athlete-of-the-week-for-april-29-may-4.html

Great article featuring one of Columbia Central's graduating Seniors, Khol Partridge! Congratulations on all of your accomplishments!
https://secondhalf.mhsaa.com/All-News/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/8199/MMA-Helps-3-Sporter-Shine-at-BCC

Check out some great photos from the Junior-Senior Prom last weekend! https://expo.mlive.com/news/g66l-2019/04/594a5392dd1557/columbia-central-goes-to-prom-2019-in-adrian.html

Congratulations to the Columbia Central community, students and staff! Way to go CC!
https://www.mlive.com/news/jackson/2019/05/columbia-central-tops-jackson-county-in-us-news-best-high-school-rankings.html

May 1 is the deadline for Jackson County Early College Fall applications. Please see Mrs. Diefenthaler with questions.

Congratulations, Mrs. Trudeau! We appreciate you! Thank you!
http://irishhillslive.com/karen-trudea-is-columbia-teacher-of-the-month

Columbia Central Eagle Basketball Camp will be held June 17th - June 20 from 8 AM to 3 PM. There will be a flier going home with your child within the next couple weeks.
Please share this with anyone you feel may be interested. Thanks and GO EAGLES!

The CCHS Band earned an Excellent Rating at the State Band Festival on Tuesday, in Waterford Kettering. They also received a Clinic following the performance from University of Michigan Professor, Dr. Courtney Snyder. It was a great experience!

The Columbia Central Junior-Senior Prom is April 27 from 8-11 PM at the the Tobias Center, Adrian College. Tickets are $55 this week and $60 at the door. We look forward to a wonderful evening!

Interested students are invited to us for the CCHS robotics open house tonight from 6-8 PM. It is being held at Columbia Options.

Attention Columbia Central Seniors-
The Irish Hills Chamber of Commerce service hours for service cords and scholarship applications are due this Friday. Please see Mrs. Diefenthaler with questions.

The due date for all Hope Run donations and t-shirt order forms has been extended until Tuesday afternoon.

Please vote Columbia Central for the MLive Prom of the Week! Go CC!
https://expo.mlive.com/news/g66l-2019/04/ca21914a036317/5-schools-battling-for-win-in-first-2019-citizen-patriot-prom-of-the-week-poll.html

The Kiwanis Easter Egg Hunt has been canceled for tomorrow due to the weather.

There is no school on Friday, April 19. Have a wonderful holiday weekend!

Attention Seniors-Jostens will be delivering graduation announcements on April 18. Caps & gowns will be provided at graduation practice.

Testing will continue for Columbia Central Juniors on Thursday. We will begin at 8 AM. Free breakfast will be served from 7:30 AM-7:55 AM.

11 grade students will continue testing tomorrow beginning at 8 AM. A free breakfast will be served from 7:30-7:55 AM. A regular class schedule will follow testing.

The Jackson County Early College Fall enrollment deadline for all materials and the on-line application is May 1. Please contact the counseling office with any questions.

Students in grades 8-11 will be participate in testing tomorrow beginning at 8 AM. A free breakfast will be served from 7:30-7:55 AM.

The Golden Gears WIN! Congratulations to our Robotics Team and their success! They have worked so hard to learn and grow in this competition! Proud of CC!
https://www.mlive.com/news/jackson/2019/03/high-schoolers-from-across-michigan-take-part-in-robotics-competition.html

Congratulations to the following Columbia Central students for being honored in the 2019 Young Poets Contest sponsored by the Jackson District Library:
Piper Heron, 8th grade
Leroy Rice, 8th grade
Madison Sims, 9th grade
Niya Holbert, 9th grade
Audrey Beal, 9th grade

Congratulations to the following Columbia Central students for being honored in the 2019 Young Poets Contest sponsored by the Jackson District Library:
Piper Heron, 8th grade
Leroy Rice, 8th grade
Madison Sims, 9th grade
Niya Holbert, 9th grade
Audrey Beal, 9th grade

The Golden Gears Robotics Team continues competition today at Northwest High School. Check out the link for an updated schedule of events. Good luck Golden Gears! http://firstinmichigan.us/FRC/jackson/

There will be a parent meeting on Monday, 6 PM, for any 9th/10th grade student interested in attending Jackson County Early College in the Fall. The meeting will be held in library.

There is NO Saturday School tomorrow, March 23. The next session will be held April 13.

Please help to support the Golden Gears Robotics team competing tomorrow at Northwest High School! Entry to the event is free! Come out to learn more about FRC robotics and cheer on the Golden Gears! http://firstinmichigan.us/FRC/jackson/

Columbia Central High School Leadership Class will host a Blood Drive tomorrow from 8:30 AM-3 PM in the gymnasium.

Columbia Central Seniors-Scholarship deadlines are quickly approaching. Please go wdiefenthaler.weebly.com for more information on how to apply. Please stop in the counseling office with questions.

There are a few more spots open for the Music Department Chicago Trip on April 12-14th. The trip Includes Hamilton Tickets, Blue Man Group, Medieval Times, and more! The meeting will be held on Tuesday evening, 6 pm, in the Choir Room.

Thank you to ππConsumers Energy for their donations! The Columbia Robotics Team received items, tools and computers. CCHS, CES and Options got computers and furnishings to help improve instruction! Thanks again Consumers Energy!!πππ¦

Please join us for the musical, West Side Story, and the CCHS/ CCJH Student Art Show this weekend! Art show begins tonight at 6 PM and the musical begins at 7 PM. Please help to support our students and their hard work! Way to go CC!

Congratulations to Jenna Crawford, Grace Hetke, Lauren Hitt, Lindsey Stiles and Jensey Tumas for receiving Academic All State. The team also received team academic all state honors and is 7th in the state for division 4 weighted GPA! Way to go CC!

The Columbia Central Key Club will be making pies to sell during both lunches for $3 on Thursday, March 14th for Pi Day. Please pre-order your pie. Choose from Lemon, Vanilla or Chocolate Pie. Please turn in your order to the library as soon as possible!

Reminder: the new calendar for Columbia School District includes school on Monday, March 11. Please join us for a great day at Columbia! https://www.myeagles.org/article/92801?org=columbia-school-district&fbclid=IwAR2N8nUPpcJ16Re6YBU-lTJfnVcunbczc8rL5ZvcD15OEKJTxYR5h7S9X_4

Interested in making some extra money this spring? The baseball βΎοΈand softball π₯ club is looking for umpires for the upcoming 2019 season. Register through the Golden π¦
Eagles baseball softball club Facebook page or you may email Dennis Geiger at dgeiger20@gmail.com .

On March 25, there will be an informational parent meeting for students interested in attending the Jackson County Early College. The meeting will be held in the CCHS Library at 6 PM.

Please join us tonight for the first District Girls Basketball game at Napoleon against Grass Lake. Game begins at 7 PM! Good luck CC!

Columbia School District has adjusted their calendar for make up days. Dates for the additional four (4) days will occur on Monday, March 11, Monday, June 10, Tuesday, June 11, and Wednesday, June 12 (half day) This plan may be amended if we add snow days in the future.

Read about the Robotics Competition at Kettering University featuring our high school team, the Golden Gears. https://expo.mlive.com/news/g66l-2019/03/329c5212b35080/kettering-university-hosts-first-robotics-district-tournament.html

Please join us tonight to cheer on the Columbia Central High Boys Basketball team in the district finals against Adrian Madison. Tip off is 6:30 PM! Cost is $6. Best of luck to the Golden Eagles!

Theo Crouse is competing at the MHSAA Individual State Wrestling Meet today! We wish him the best! Good Luck Theo!

Attention Seniors-March 1 is the deadline to complete your FAFSA application.

Congratulations to our Columbia Central High School Choir on a job well done at Choir Festival! They earned a Good Rating and almost a perfect score on sight reading! Way to go CC!

Good luck to our CCHS Robotics Team competing at Kettering University over the weekend!

There will be a JAC3 meeting from 5-6 PM in the high school library. JAC3 is a program offered through the Career Center for students entering 11th grade interested in Welding, Manufacturing or Engineering. This is meeting is NOT for the Jackson County Early College.

Congratulations to our Girls Varsity Basketball Team who are LCAA CHAMPS!! We are so proud of your determination and success! Way to go CC!!!

Columbia Central Clays season is preparing to get started. If you would like to represent Columbia Central High School on the Trap team, Friday 2/22/19 is the deadline.

The Jackson Area Career Center will hold an open house tonight from 4-7 PM. Please stop in to visit the variety of career programs offered.

The girls basketball games at Hudson will be held tonight. JV begins at 5:30 PM and varsity will follow. Good luck Golden Eagles!

Due to inclement weather, black ice and π₯Ά icy roads Columbia School District is closed today, Thursday, February 21st. Childcare is open. πππ¦

Congratulations to Theo Crouse, Columbia Central Wrestler. He will compete in the Individual MHSAA State Wrestling meet in Williamston, Division 3, Region 12. We are proud of your hard work, determination and success!

Attention Seniors-The Jackson Community Foundation has extended their scholarship deadline to Tuesday, February 19 at 5 PM.

Good luck to the Columbia Central Varsity Competitive Cheer Team! The team competes at Districts today in Vandercook, 4PM! You have worked so hard! We wish you all the best and are so proud of you! Go CC!

Congratulations Columbia Central Girls Varsity Basketball team! Great victory!
https://jtv.tv/blissfield-vs-columbia-central-girls-basketball-video-highlights/

Please join us to Bowl for Business Professionals of America Friday night at Brooklyn Lanes from 7-10 pm. $20 for 3 hours of bowling and unlimited pizza and pop. Please support the BPA at Columbia Central! Go CC!

Due to icy π₯Ά back roads πππ¦
Columbia School District is closed today, Thursday, February 14th. Childcare will be open.