Due to the scheduled virtual day on Monday 1/25 we will be passing out breakfast/lunch to students in all schools before they leave for the day on Friday, 1/22.
As we continue with our Strategic Planning process, we are asking you to select three of the Belief Statements in the survey that is linked below.
https://forms.gle/ctr7MbQBSwsN...
Thank you for your support and input! Please only fill out the survey once.
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Don't forget that the Columbia Central Junior High will have spirit days tomorrow and Friday. Tomorrow is hat and sweatshirt day. Donate a $1.00 to the Hope Run and wear a hat with your sweatshirt! Friday is Blue and Gold day!
Columbia School District is hiring a Secondary Science Teacher. Click on the link for more information:
https://www.myeagles.org/o/columbia-school-district
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As we continue our Strategic Planning process, we are asking community members, staff members, teachers, board members, and students to select three of the Belief Statements in the survey that is linked below. https://forms.gle/ctr7MbQBSwsN...β
Thank you!
Due to the scheduled virtual day on Monday 1/25 we will be passing out breakfast/lunch to students in all schools before they leave for the day on Friday, 1/22.
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Honoring Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
Remember for all Columbia students, no school today, Monday, January 18.
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Columbia teachers and staff members are busy building a positive community of learners. Read more: https://pamcampbellssoup.blogspot.com/2021/01/building-community-of-learners-at.html
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Columbia School District students do not have school tomorrow, Monday, January 18, 2021. Tomorrow is teacher professional development day.
Congratulations to CCHS Cross Country πββοΈ πββοΈ runners Hope Wilkes and Jacob Walker for being named to the Jackson Area All Star Squad! https://www.mlive.com/sports/jackson/2021/01/jackson-area-high-school-cross-country-coaches-vote-for-2020-all-star-squad.html?utm_campaign=jacksoncitpat_sf&utm_medium=social&utm_source=facebook&fbclid=IwAR3KO8RBn7f0MMAhiQjlhFERi9Bo7DA87fdflTyo_OpDnX3Cc7BLf24fZGE
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This morning as π§ rain changes to light snowfall βοΈβοΈπ₯Ά, please drive carefully as you come to school!ππ¦
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βDear Columbia School District Family,
On Monday, January 25, 2021, Columbia School District teachers and staff members will be getting the COVID-19 vaccination, so we will have a virtual school day. Due to the requirements of Henry Ford Allegiance, our teachers and staff members will have to travel to the vaccination destination, so they will not be able to teach Face to Face on January 25th. Your principal and teachers will correspond with you to give you instructions for this virtual day.
Thank you for your patience and understanding!
Sincerely,
Pam Campbell
Superintendent
Columbia Junior & Senior High School Yearbook Information:
Junior High Parents: To order the 2020-2021 yearbook, please visit ybpay.lifetouch.com and use code 10409121.
High School Parents: To order the 2020-2021 yearbook, please visit https://www.yearbooknerds.com/columbia-central-high-school
Paper forms will also be distributed once they arrive at the school.
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βNever let someone's opinion stop you from making progress.. Those who mind don't matter and those who matter don't mind.β π-Chinwe Amaka
Seniors and Juniors: Check out the information at the College and Career Access Center! https://www.smore.com/pbfc0-college-career-access-center?ref=email Follow them on Twitter: @CCACJackson
Congratulations to Mr. Bill Bradley for receiving the Superintendentβs Award! He received the award because of his leadership, dedication, hard work and commitment to the Columbia Community and our students!
Thank you to our fabulous Columbia School Diatrict School Board Members! Read more:
https://pamcampbellssoup.blogspot.com/2021/01/thank-you-to-our-columbia-board-members.html
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βNever be afraid of what way you take in life. π just shine and show everyone who doubted you that was their first mistake π₯°β - Sarah Maple
Now 2021...Our hearts leading the way...for our first program of the year at Columbia Schools! February 23rdπ
βLet the beauty of what you love be what you do.β
~Rumi
Columbia School District is creating a Strategic Plan. To obtain feedback we are conducting a survey. Choose either survey, but not both:
Parents, Community and Board Members: https://forms.gle/dZy9Bhc4S3CUm2ep6
Students and Alumni: https://forms.gle/spiTJh8YLZKqFvRj8
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No one can make you feel inferior without your consent.β β Eleanor Roosevelt
You control your thoughts and feelings. People may say or do things that can make you feel inferior. It is strength from within, which helps you learn to not consent to that controlling behavior. -Sherry Hynes
Columbia School District is creating a Strategic Plan. To obtain feedback we are conducting a survey. Choose either survey, but not both:
Parents, Community and Board Members: https://forms.gle/dZy9Bhc4S3CUm2ep6
Students and Alumni:
https://forms.gle/spiTJh8YLZKqFvRj8
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Continuous effort not strength or intelligence is the key to unlocking our potential. Winston Churchill
Wake Up Wizdom
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You will be amazed at what you attract, when you start believing in what you deserve.
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βGood friends are like stars, you donβt always see them, but you always know they are there.β
Columbia Centralβs Golden Gears Robotics team will be having an informational Zoom meeting Wednesday, January 6 at 7:00 p.m. This yearβs competition will allow for both in-person and remote participation for team members. This is a lettered sport and no experience is required to join the team. Our season officially launches on January 9th when we will receive this yearβs challenges. If you are interested in joining the team, or learning more, please reach out to coach, Chris Holbert at chrisholbert@outlook.com or 602-819-3074.
Take a Brain Break!
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Check out this video clip honoring Mrs. Ellsworth with the Excellence in Education award! We are so proud of her achievements!
https://www.fox17online.com/news/excellence-in-education/excellence-in-education-kristen-ellsworth
Beginning tomorrow the virtual meal pickups will take place at the high school bus loop rather than in front of the high school office. The time will still be from 10am-11am.
Good morning! There is wet snow falling in our area, please be careful on your way to school!ππ¦
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βPeak performance is dependent on passion, grit, determination, and a willingness to do something poorly until you can do it well.β
β Zig Ziglar
Join our team! Columbia School District is accepting applications for a Secondary Special Education Teacher and a Quarantine Room Staff Member. https://www.myeagles.org/article/371426?org=columbia-school-district
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Be positive today as you move into this new year, because...
βOur lives move in the direction of our strongest thoughts.β
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Look for opportunities, they are all around you.
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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Bring on 2021!!
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We heal, too in the processβ€οΈ
Columbia students will return on January 4, 2021, to the educational setting they are registered for: Face to Face or virtual. Make sure you are healthy and ready to return to school on Monday, January 4, 2021.
Columbia transportation will have the same schedule as the busses ran on during the fall. Parents will be alerted if there are any changes.
All students and staff members will assess their health and wellness prior to coming to school each day. If you do not feel well, please follow protocol for communicating with your school administration. Bus drivers and school personell will take temperatures of all students prior to boarding busses or entering the school building with touchless thermometers. All staff and students will continue to wear masks, wash their hands often and use sanitizer.
We are continuing to follow our extended return to school plan available on the myeagles.org website (https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws...). If you have any questions, please email ReturnToLearn@myeagles.org .
Best wishes for a wonderful weekend!
Please stay safe during the ice storm this weekend! Make sure you are healthy and ready to return to school on Monday, January 4, 2021.
Columbia transportation will have the same schedule as the busses ran on during the fall. Parents will be alerted if there are any changes.
All students and staff members will assess their health and wellness prior to coming to school each day. If you do not feel well, please follow protocol for communicating with your school administration. Bus drivers and school personell will take temperatures of all students prior to boarding busses or entering the school building with touchless thermometers. All staff and students will continue to wear masks, wash their hands often and use sanitizer.
We are continuing to follow our extended return to school plan available on the myeagles.org website. If you have any questions, please email ReturnToLearn@myeagles.org .
Best wishes for a wonderful weekend!
Stay safe this weekend during the ice storm! Make sure you are ready to return to school on Monday, January 4, 2021!
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2021 is hours away....
Wishing you peace, good health, prosperity, the comfort of true friends and love -
May 2021 captivate the blessings in your soul and the passions in your heart to bring you Joy and Abundance.
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βDonβt live the same year over and over again. Make this a New Year!βππ¦
π Canβt wait to see all of you at school on Monday, January 4, 2021!
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The Columbia Community Fitness Center will reopen on Wednesday. The well at CCHS is fixed!ππ¦
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Columbia Community Fitness Center is closed due to a break in the main well. We are sorry for the interuption in service to our community. We will post updates as we receive additional information.
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βNot everyone understands every language but everyone understands the language of kindness and feelings.β Dr. Mridha.
PC: Jim Branch.
The Columbia Community Fitness Center will be closed on Tuesday, December 29, 2020, due to a break in the main well at CCHS.
The American Red Cross blood drive has been re-located to the upper elementary at 321 School St. in Brooklyn, due to a break in the main well at Columbia Central High School.
The Red Cross Blood Drive has been relocated to Columbia Upper Elementary School due to a break in the main well at CCHS.
The Columbia Community Fitness Center will be closed today due to a break in the main well at CCHS.
Good Morning! βοΈ Itβs Monday!
Start your preparation plan for the week- what do you need to οΏΌοΏΌconquerοΏΌ? Get your little steps in order to make it happen this week!
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Good MorningβοΈ the hustle of life keeps us chasing everything, everywhere... running from one thing to another. Just slow your schedule, after all you are in charge of it. Slow it down enough to be still for peace & happiness will be there, too.
Columbia teacher leaders, administration and school board members exhibit energy and tenacity as they work towards student success! https://www.blogger.com/u/2/blog/post/edit/5359996291427143621/7172132493401467950
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The question-what are you doing to DO invest in your health? What can you start with today? What will be your conscience effort?
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Best wishes for a very Merry Christmas!ππ
Melissa Adams received the 2020 Irish Hills Chamber Teacher of the Year Award in recognition of outstanding leadership and commitment to deliver high quality education at Columbia School District! https://www.blogger.com/u/2/blog/post/edit/5359996291427143621/4040950813423316258
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Congratulations to Mark Fish and Dave Slusher! They were honored at the December Columbia School Board meeting for their dedication, hard work and commitment to our community! Thank you for all your work to benefit our students!ππ¦
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The winter solstice begins today! It is the shortest day of the year. Have a great day Columbia!ππ¦
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Standing the Test of Time at Columbia! Top teachers, excellent curriculum and terrific students! https://www.blogger.com/u/2/blog/post/edit/5359996291427143621/3719958589317379022
'Tis the Season to be Jolly! Read more: https://www.blogger.com/u/2/blog/post/edit/5359996291427143621/5569570429396165967
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Good MorningβοΈ Happy Saturday , everyone! I woke up to everything covered in snow this morning.
Congratulations to alumnus Josh White for being named to the Sienna Heights All Decade Baseball Team! http://shusaints.com/sports/bsb/2020-21/releases/20201216mlg7eg?fbclid=IwAR2tHiEi9OatG-g9aDm65qyEISa6U4ECPHlRWqdUp8Uvx0W-YuM5YY7HGpU
Columbia School District is still planning on returning to learn face to face on January 4, 2021, as determined at the Columbia School Board meeting on December 7, 2020. This afternoon during the press conference State officials indicated that schools will be open for in person teaching and learning on January 4. https://www.mlive.com/public-interest/2020/12/no-indoor-dining-until-next-year-but-some-entertainment-venues-open-under-latest-michigan-coronavirus-order.html?e=0b6a6775aabb8b4b228607ec8f9e55b4&utm_source=Sailthru&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Newsletter_breaking&utm_term=Newsletter_breaking_news
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The Christmas Break Blood Drive will be December 28th at Columbia Central High School from 11 am to 4:45 pm. Register online: https://www.redcrossblood.org/give.html/donation-time
Check out this week's newsletter, Happy Holidays!
https://www.smore.com/msgpy
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Congratulations Mrs. Kristen Ellsworth for receiving the Excellence in Education award! Kristen's interview will be aired on WYSM-TV Fox 47 on Tuesday, January 5th at 6:30 p.m. Mrs. Ellsworth has proven to be an exceptional special education teacher and leader. Congratulations!!
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Congratulations to Sergeant Jay Niles and Officer Ted Breijak for receiving the Columbia Superintendentβs Award of Excellence. The award was presented to them in recognition of their dedication, hard work, and their commitment to our community and students.
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A reminder that tomorrow is our meal pickup from 9 am-11 am at the high school.
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Thank you to our wonderful community and Leadership class for donations to the Brooklyn Food Pantry. The students delivered the food today!ππ¦
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The deadline for Toys for Motts has been extended to Thursday! Drop your toys at one of the Columbia School building offices or the Administration office. Call for information! 5175926641.
If you did not have an opportunity to stop by and donate to the Salvation Army Rescue Christmas on Saturday at Walmart, you could help out online! https://donate.sawmni.org/fundraiser/3003034
Join CUES in Holiday Spirit Week!
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#BeKindToYourself
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Mrs. Berkemeier Stopped by for a selfie! Working together for good! Rescue Christmas!ππ¦
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Bonnie Bartlett from Brooklyn Kiwanis stopped by for a selfie!ππππ¦
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Mrs. Neal from CUES stopped by for a selfie at Walmart!! ππ¦
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Ringing π Bells! At Jacksonβs Walmart!
Out about in Jackson today? Be sure and drop by Walmart and take a selfie with Dr. Campbell, who is ringing bells π for the Salvation Army from noon π until 2 pm. Funds collected provide assistance for Jackson County residents.ππ¦
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Donβt forget to drop off items at CCHS for the can drive before noon today!
Please help to support the Columbia Community during the holidays. The Leadership Class is hosting a Canned Food Drive on Saturday, 12/12/20 from 9 AM-12 PM at Columbia Central High School!
We Need Your Help to Stuff the Bus! The Columbia Central High School Leadership Class is doing a drive to collect canned food and non-persiable items for the Food Pantry! The goal is 5,000 items! Please drop your items off between 9 am and noon on Saturday in front of CCHS!
We Need Your Help to Stuff the Bus! The Columbia Central High School Leadership Class is doing a drive to collect canned food and non-persiable items for the Brooklyn Area Food Pantry! The goal is 5,000 items! Please drop your items off between 9 am and noon on Saturday!
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Congratulations Bailey Surque! She was named to the Regional Division 3 Volleyball Team! ππ¦
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βDo all the good you can, by all the means you can, in all the ways you can, in all the places you can, to all the people you can, as long as you ever can.β John Wesley
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Is your family in need of food? Visit the Brooklyn Area Food Bank distribution today or Thursday from 10 am to 2 pm behind the Pruitt Insurance Agency at 129 S. Main St, Brooklyn.ππ¦
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Thank you to all who attended the Columbia School Board meeting this evening. The Columbia School Board of Education decided to stay virtual PK - 12 until we return after Christmas on January 4, 2021.
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Only a few days left to donate a toy or money to provide toys for children at Mott Childrenβs Hospital. Drop off your toys π§Έ or funds at the Columbia School District office at the rear of the high school at 11775 Hewitt Rd, Brooklyn, MI!
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Donβt let anyone steal your JOY today- keep it close to heart.
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We plan to return to in person learning on Wednesday, December 9, 2020. For your information check out the current Columbia COVID - 19 numbers on our Dashboard at http://columbiami.apptegy.us/article/325818?org=columbia-school-district
Quote of the Day: βFacts are stubborn things; and whatever may be our wishes, our inclinations, or the dictates of our passions, they cannot alter the state of facts and evidence...β John Adams - 1735 - 1826, 2nd President of the United States
Columbia Central Jr.-Sr. High Holiday Spirit Week begins December 7th.
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βYou life isnβt yours if you always care what others think.β -Courtney Summer
Check out all of the teaching and learning happening this morning at 9:45 in Columbia Childcare! Thank you to Mrs. Terri McLaury, Kassie Brown, Jordon Goodwin, Ms. Dawnie, Ms. Val, and Tricia Hayes for coordinating this effort each day! We appreciate our CES and CUES teachers and students for working so hard and staying connected. #littleeagles #cuesproud
Still time to make a difference in the life of a child! ππ¦
π For more information contact Maria.Cook@myeagles.org .
Looking for great ideas for fun educational STEM π gifts? Check this out! https://www.smore.com/avwx2
Nominations Encouraged for Michigan Lottery's Excellence in Education Awards to Honor Outstanding Educators, which recognize educators who go βabove and beyondβ to make a difference in the lives of children. To nominate go to http://bit.ly/ExcellenceInEducation .
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βGolden opportunities are EVERYWHERE π
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Next time youβre stressed, take a step back, inhale and laugh. Remember who you are and why you are here. Youβre never given anything in this world that you canβt handle. Be strong, be flexible, love yourself and love others. Always remember β just keep moving forward!
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Columbia Central Senior Grace Willoughby is the Area Distinguished Young Woman of America Winner. She appeared in the Brooklyn Christmas π Parade!
During this time of Thankfulness be sure and give to help those struggling.
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Although Thanksgiving is over, remember that even with this challenging year~ please take time and remember all you have to be thankful for... there is always something, & you are so blessed!
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Have a blessed, safe and safe Thanksgiving!
Columbia Elementary students enjoyed Color Day! They are keeping up the great work with their Google classroom work and zooms!! πππ¦
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Nominations Encouraged for Michigan Lottery's Excellence in Education Awards to Honor Outstanding Educators, which recognize educators who go βabove and beyondβ to make a difference in the lives of children. To nominate go to http://bit.ly/ExcellenceInEducation .
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Distractions take your eyes off your dreams.
Leaders inspire you to keep going and achieve those dreams.
Which one do you wish to be?
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I once asked a very successful woman to share her secret with me. She smiled and said to me..
"I started succeeding when I started leaving small fights for small fighters.
I stopped fighting those who gossiped about me...
I stopped fighting with my in laws...
I stopped fighting for attention...
I stopped fighting to meet peoples expectation of me...
I stopped fighting for my rights with inconsiderate people..
I stopped fighting to please everyone...
I stopped fighting to prove they were wrong about me....
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The day I gave up on small fights is the day I started becoming successful & so much more content."
Some fights are not worth your time..... Choose what you fight for wisely.
Some helpful Zoom Brain Breaks!
Columbia School District is responsible to track staff and student COVID cases, even though we are doing distance learning. Please email ReturnToLearn@myeagles.org with positive COVID information. Thank you!
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Brooklyn Food Bank Thanksgiving π¦ Food Distribution is tomorrow, Thursday, November 19 from 10 am to 2 pm behind the Pruitt Insurance Agency at 129 S. Main St, Brooklyn. No preregistration necessary. Meals will be distributed until the supply is exhausted. Enter from Main St.
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Columbia School District has moved all students to distance learning. Students will return to in person on December 9. Questions, email ReturnToLearn@myeagles.org .
Columbia School District phones and Internet are down at this time. Please excuse the inconvenience.
Nominations Encouraged for Michigan Lottery's Excellence in Education Awards to Honor Outstanding Educators, which recognize educators who go βabove and beyondβ to make a difference in the lives of children. To nominate go to http://bit.ly/ExcellenceInEducation .
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All preschool students , including GSRP will move to Virtual Learning on Wednesday, November 18, and remain virtual until they return to school on December 9. Questions, email ReturnToLearn@myeagles.org
Tonite the Columbia Board of Education updated the Extended Learning Plan. Students in grades PK - 2 and 7 - 12 will attend school as normal tomorrow, Tuesday, 11/17. As of Wedensday, 11/18, all students will participate in distance learning and return to school on 12/9/20.
Columbia Elementary (PK - 2), Columbia Central Jr-Sr High (7 - 12), and Options High School will all be meeting in session at school as normal on Tuesday, November 17. Columbia Upper Elementary (3 - 6) will be distance learning beginning tomorrow, 11/17/20.
The Food Bank Thanksgiving distribution is this Thursday, November 19th from 10 am to 2 pm at The back area of Pruitt Insurance Agency.
Informative infographic for the MDHHS COVID-19 order.
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Today MDHHS issued new orders. Columbia Schools will be open on Monday, Nov 16th for all students. We will end the day with a Special Board Meeting via Zoom at 7:45 pm. The Board will discuss the MDHHS order and how it will affect our students and staff members.
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! Game 1 to Bronson. Game 2 stands at 21 tie.
Let's Go Eagles! Varsity Volleyball Regionals tonight at 7 PM! Tickets available at gofan.com Bronson VS Brooklyn Columbia Central
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A heartfelt thanks to our Columbia Options Veterans! ππ¦
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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
Great pictures from the Regional Volleyball game last night! Golden Eagles π¦
πplay Bronson on Thursday at 7 pm at CCHS! https://jtv.tv/bath-vs-columbia-central-regional-volleyball-11-10-20-photo-gallery/?fbclid=IwAR0Fvld9zRlx6JDplc2QeRfZ-3k3dCjcUqYvOXzhm7BoJcVrM-eTblf7lXc
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RAK- Random Acts of Kindness - Thomas Matt
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Game two of volleyball Regionals: CCHS 18 to Bath 9! Keep up the great work Golden Eagles!ππ¦
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Nominations Encouraged for Michigan Lottery's Excellence in Education Awards to Honor Outstanding Educators, which recognize educators who go βabove and beyondβ to make a difference in the lives of children. To nominate go to http://bit.ly/ExcellenceInEducation .
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It is time for the 8th annual Mott Children's Hospital toy drive and I am asking for your help! The holiday season is quickly approaching and for many people that can be stressful and overwhelming. There will be donation boxes in all Columbia School District offices, the Columbia Community Fitness Center, and Dollar General in Brooklyn, MI. Only new toys are accepted per the hospital's guidelines. There is also an option to shop online at Target and Amazon! To find the hospital wish list search First Name: Mott Last Name: Hospital and ship directly to C.S. Mott Childrenβs Hospital 1540 E. Hospital Dr., 2-722 Ann Arbor, MI 48109-4291. If you would prefer to make monetary donations or have any other questions, please contact me at 517-414-3870. Thank you for supporting families that spend the holiday season in the hospital!
Monetary Donations can be accepted through cash, check, Facebook Pay, or Venmo (Maria-Cook28) and will be used towards purchasing toys βΊοΈ
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What is Columbia School District doing about Social Emotional Learning? Check this article out! https://pamcampbellssoup.blogspot.com/2020/11/social-emotional-learning-at-columbia.html
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Varsity Volleyball Team! https://www.mlive.com/highschoolsports/2020/11/jackson-area-volleyball-roundup-columbia-central-wins-first-district-title-in-10-years.html?utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=jacksoncitpat_sf&utm_source=facebook&fbclid=IwAR3tFWcxX2jbq_LLO5Gl7QvP2KA5ZEWEWO7sVP74mFzVdbUUF81EX8ZBQYw
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Great job Leadership Class!ππ¦
π Mr. Jacksonβs leadership kids are amazing!!! Such a great curricula on learning the power of service, kindness and leadership.
Congratulations to our girls volleyball team for being crowned district champs today! Next stop - the regional title! ππ #WeAreCC
Throughout the month of November at CUES, we start each day with a grateful heart. β€οΈ Mrs. Neal says:
βIβm thankful for these hardworking 3rd graders!β
#cuesproud #attitudeofgratitude
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These amazing young ladies have been working hard to win the District Championshipπ They defeated JPEC n semis to advance to the District Championship game Friday at 7:00pm against Hanover Horton in their home gym! BELIEVE EAGLES πππ π¦
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Nominations Encouraged for Michigan Lottery's Excellence in Education Awards to Honor Outstanding Educators, which recognize educators who go βabove and beyondβ to make a difference in the lives of children. To nominate go to http://bit.ly/ExcellenceInEducation .
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Let go of the past to make room for whatβs to come!
Have a fabulous day!
Congratulations to our Columbia Central and varsity volleyball for beating Vandercook Lake in 5 sets advancing to the district semi finals Wednesday at Hanover Horton starting at 5:30.
Congratulations to Jacob Walker who ran a PR of 17:04 and placed 8th at Regionals this past weekend along with Hope Wilkes who ran a PR of 20:09 and placed 6th overall. Both qualified for the state meet on Saturday! We are so proud of your hard work and dedication! Way to go!
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Reach for New Heights! You can achieve! Read more: https://pamcampbellssoup.blogspot.com/2020/11/reach-for-new-heights.html
Read about the technology of teaching and learning at Columbia Elementary School! https://pamcampbellssoup.blogspot.com/2020/11/bitmoji-classrooms-at-columbia.html
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When you consider colleges, you may want to think about whether your degree will be worth the amount of debt that you need to take on to finance your education. https://www.usnews.com/education/blogs/student-loan-ranger/articles/how-to-weigh-student-loan-debt-during-the-college-search?utm_source=usn_tw
Know an outstanding youth volunteer? Have them apply by Nov. 10 for the Prudential Spirit of Community Awards! #volunteerism #scholarships https://spirit.prudential.com/apply/2021?utm_medium=display-other&utm_source=facebook-instagram&utm_content=spirit_social&utm_campaign=2020_spirit_of_community&dclid=CNbs97H03uwCFQgAoQodz04DiA
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Final score: CC 28 to Stockbridge 36.
With one minute and 24 seconds left in the game Stockbridge 36 Columbia central 28, CC is on the 4 yard line getting ready to score.
With 10 minutes and 30 seconds left in the game Stockbridge 28 Columbia Central 22.
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β€οΈ Life is about making a difference, and you will never run out of ways to do that. Life is what you choose to make it.β€οΈ- Sherry Hynes
A reminder to our Columbia School District families that Daylight Saving Time ends at 2:00 AM, this Sunday, November 1. Remember to set your clocks back one hour this weekend!
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In areas around the country winter weather has arrived! This site will help you get prepared for the inevitable snowstorm! βοΈ βοΈ https://www.michigan.gov/documents/msp/FEMA_MSP_Winter_Weather_Hazards_Packet_637153_7.pdf
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Columbia Elementary School: One Vote, Two Votes, I Vote, You Vote. A book by Dr. Seuss. We are learning about the 2020 Presidential Election in the CES library this week. Our little eagles get to fill out their ballot and they get an I voted sticker and a book mark.
From the Food Bank:
"Beauty where you Live" File:
Tuesday (10/27/2020) morning 2 women were having coffee at Callaghan's. They were approached by another woman who handed them a $100 bill. They asked, "Why?" She answered: "My husband recently passed and I have extra money."
The 2 women came into the food pantry and gave it to us. They said they were "paying it forward".
All we can EVER do, is PAY-IT-FORWARD. Blessings...
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Covid has been here for 9+ months now....and winter is looming. Mental health issues related to our lock down and the pandemic are especially hard for people with depression and other mental health disorders. NAMI, The National Alliance on Mental Illness has a 24-hour helpline: 800-950-6264. The relapse and overdose rate has increased by 30% since March 2020.
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βJust being in the moment: may the rest of this year is heathier, safer and more peaceful for all of us.β - Sukhsimranjit Singh
Celebrating CCHS Seniors!! Golden Eagles!
Senior Night is always the most special and bittersweet nights of the season! The love these coaches and boys have for one another is powerful! Letβs Go Eagles! πππ#itsagreatdaytobeagoldeneagle
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Columbia Central Varsity Football is playing against Ida! Best wishes to our team!
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Congratulations CCHS Golden Eagle JV Volleyball π! They defeated Hudson tonight! ππ¦
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In order to participate in the tryouts you have to have a physical on file with the school.
**REMINDER** If you had a physical last year one is not required per MHSAA however you will need to get a waiver and have it turned in to the school prior to tryouts Monday. If you can get your player a physical, please do. A lot can happen over a years time especially at these ages.
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The Brooklyn Area Food bank is now at 125 S Main St behind Tony Pruitt Insurance! The food bank is open from 10 AM to 2 PM today!
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NEW TEMPORARY LOCATION EFFECTIVE 10/20/2020
[UPDATED 10/15/2020: During COVID-19]:
We are OPEN as always: 10 am - 2 pm (Tuesday/Thursday)
NEW TEMPORARY LOCATION - DRIVE-THROUGH ONLY: Behind Tony Pruitt Insurance Agency
125 S. Main Street, Brooklyn, MI 49230
FOOD/DONATION DROP-OFF: ONLY at LOCATION ABOVE - During Normal Business Hours. (NOTE: Call us if you have a bulk donation, we will arrange for pick-up!)
ALSO: Donation Button on our Website: www.brooklynfoodpantry.com
Questions / Special Needs / Special Arrangements: Call our HOTLINE: [Cell Phone] (734) 476-9177]
EMAIL: BrooklynFoodPantry171@gmail.com
We expect and are ready for increased need during these historical times. Please be generous and share food as you can. If you are in need, do not be too shy or proud to ask. We are here for times just like these. NOTE: One Trip per Week per Family... Thanks.
*Be Safe | Be Smart | Wash Hands | Limit Public Contact*
Today is Unity Day! Wear orange in honor of bullying prevention!
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Senior Katie Taylor was honored tonight at the Varsity Volleyball Game! Congratulations on a great win! πππ¦
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πππ up two games to one over Ida!!
Volleyball π: JV defeated Ida! Varsity is leading 12 to 10 in the third game. Ida 1 and CC 1.ππ¦
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Varsity Football Tickets for Friday's home game versus Ida will be on sale at the CCHS ticket booth from 1 to 3:30pm
Best wishes to the CCHS Boys Soccer team! They play District Semi-Finals tomorrow at Clinton beginning at 4:30 pm. There are no extra tickets.
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Reminder: there will be no in person or distance learning today at Columbia School District. Teachers will be in professional development today, October 19. See you on Tuesday, October 20!ππ¦
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βThrow kindness around like confetti!β - Holly
Good afternoon. There will be no in person or distance learning tomorrow , October 19, due to Columbia School District teachers being involved in professional development. Normal in person and distance learning resumes on Tuesday, October 20. #ItsAGreatDayToBeAGoldenEagle
NEW TEMPORARY LOCATION EFFECTIVE 10/20/20
[UPDATED 10/15/2020: During COVID-19]:
We are OPEN as always: 10 am - 2 pm (Tuesday/Thursday)
NEW TEMPORARY LOCATION - DRIVE-THROUGH ONLY: Behind Tony Pruitt Insurance Agency
125 S. Main Street, Brooklyn, MI 49230
FOOD/DONATION DROP-OFF: ONLY at LOCATION ABOVE - During Normal Business Hours. (NOTE: Call us if you have a bulk donation, we will arrange for pick-up!)
ALSO: Donation Button on our Website: www.brooklynfoodpantry.com
Questions / Special Needs / Special Arrangements: Call our HOTLINE: [Cell Phone] (734) 476-9177]
EMAIL: BrooklynFoodPantry171@gmail.com
We expect and are ready for increased need during these historical times. Please be generous and share food as you can. If you are in need, do not be too shy or proud to ask. We are here for times just like these. NOTE: One Trip per Week per Family... Thanks.
*Be Safe | Be Smart | Wash Hands | Limit Public Contact*
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CES and CUES Parent Teacher Conferences will be held virtually through Zoom on November 4th and 5th from 4:00 pm until 7:00 pm.
Congratulations to the CCHS Varsity Soccer β½οΈ Team! They defeated Onsted in Districts 3 to 0! β½οΈππ¦
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Reminder: There is no school on Monday, October 19th for students, teachers will be receiving professional development.
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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.
Check out the Free Community Halloween Drive-In Movie Night!
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Interested in substitute teaching? Fill out the application: https://www.edustaff.org
βIf you forgot to register for virtual Columbia Central Jr. Sr. High School Parent Teacher Conferences, please check your email from Mrs. O'Neil, call 5175926634 or email Christi.Oneil@myeagles.org or email nianne.prendel@myeagles.org.
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βEvery moment matters including this one!β - Autumn B.
This is an interesting idea from a friend:
This is something I want to start, to. keep a "Blessing bag" in my car, in case I find someone in need. You can make these up with items from the Dollar Tree such as gloves, thermal socks, beef sticks, crackers, candy bars, toothpaste, toothbrush, wipes, deodorant, snacks and other items that may help someone who is homeless or in a bad way. It is just a thoughtful, inspiring thing to do. This is something we are going to start doing from now on. Thank you to the ones that did this long before us, for being such a giving, loving, caring person! Random acts of kindness take very little to change the life of just one person π
Our teachers make learning so much fun that our little eagles don't even know how hard they are working. They are making clouds in science, earning AR points for reading, writing in shaving cream, learning math with friends and of course let's not forget how much we love recess!
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Congratulations to Kathy Mammel, Executive Director at the Brooklyn Area Food Bank. ππ¦
π She received the Superintendentβs Award of Excellence for her leadership of the food bank! Dr. Campbell surprised with the award her at the food distribution last week!
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βToday is your day!β - Megan K
Mrs. O'Neil and Mrs. Klink will send the details in an email regarding when and how Columbia Central Jr. Sr. High School and Options High School students will be able to pick up school work on Monday, October 12th, if you left any necessary items in your building.
Due to the closure at Columbia Central Jr. Sr. High School and Options High School, the Columbia Food Service Department will have a breakfast/lunch pickup with five days of meals for in person students on Monday, October 12th, between 10 am and 11 am at Columbia Central Jr. β Sr. High School parent pick up area. Virtual students will continue to pick up their breakfast/lunches on Wednesdays between 10 am and 11 am at Columbia Central.
In an abundance of caution and a spirit of transparency Columbia Central High School and Options High School buildings will attend virtually this week, there will be no in person attendance. Read emails carefully for instructions. CUES and CES are open.
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Best wishes to our cross country runners this morning! They are running in the conference meet! ππ¦
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Compassion challenges us to cry out with those in misery, to mourn with those who are lonely, to weep with those in tears.
Compassion requires us to be weak with the weak, vulnerable with the vulnerable, and powerless with the powerless. Compassion means full immersion in the condition of being human.β
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Substitute Teachers and Aides wanted!
The Kiwanis Club of Brooklyn Flag Program partners with many of our local student organizations. If youβve always wanted to sign up for the flag program, this is a great time to do so. Sign up today for your 2021 subscription, and we will include the upcoming Veteranβs Day holiday for free. For more information, contact Chris Holbert at chrisholbert@outlook.com
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Columbia Youth Basketball (PreK - 2nd) registrations are due Friday, October 8, 2020. Register online at https://forms.gle/vxP284Yo6eMQuch37 or turn forms in at the CES Office. Contact Courtney Toteff at 592-3393 with any questions.
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Virtual students may pick up lunches for the week between 10am and 11 am this morning at Columbis Central High School.
HIGH SCHOOL YEARBOOKS ARE ON SALE NOW!
COLUMBIA CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL Ecommerce Link: https://www.yearbooknerds.com/columbia-central-high-school
Good morning!βοΈ Make sure your child is counted π today at Columbia! Today is Count Day!ππ¦
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Bringing out the worst in people with what we post & say really escalates the hate & anger, even between loved ones. Focus on escalating love & unity between people instead. Lift people up & see their goodness. Only love can do this.
Count Day is Tomorrow!
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There is a broken part in the water system at Columbia Central High School. Junior 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.
Learn how students at Columbia Elementary and Columbia Upper Elementary enact their motto: "Work Hard and Be Kind!"
https://www.blogger.com/u/1/blog/posts/5359996291427143621
Our parents and staff members received this email regarding the EO's. If you did not receive the email, please check your email address in PowerSchool.
Dear Parents, Guardians, Students and Staff:
We hope this message finds you and your families healthy and safe. As you know, educational plans around the state of Michigan remain very fluid due to COVID-19 pandemic. Changes continue to occur as we respond to new directives from the Governor's Office, the Michigan Department of Education and the various Health Departments.
Late Friday afternoon, October 2, the Michigan Supreme Court issued a decision that Governor Whitmer did not possess authority under the Emergency Management Act to declare a state of emergency based on the COVID-19 pandemic after April 30, 2020. As a result, the Court concluded that "the executive orders issued by the Governor in response to the COVID-19 pandemic lack any basis under Michigan law." Soon after the decision was announced, Governor Whitmer issued a statement noting βthat this ruling does not take effect for at least 21 days, and until then, my emergency declaration and orders retain the force of law.β
Itβs only natural to be asking what this news means for our school operations since our Preparedness Plan is based on executive orders that were issued well after April 30th. It is not fair to our parents and students who made their decision for in person school or remote learning, based on those orders, to change the procedures on this short of notice. For the safety of our students and staff, at this time Columbia School District is not altering the health and safety protocols within our Preparedness Plan, which is posted on our school districtβs website. To be clear, face coverings will still be required for face-to-face students and staff.
In the coming days and weeks, we will continue to gain information regarding how Governor Whitmerβs Return to School Roadmap is impacted by the courtβs decision. Meanwhile, we want to convey that all protocols remain in place until further notice.
If you have questions or feedback, you can always email us at ReturnToLearn@myeagles.org and someone will get back to you soon. Thank you for your continued patience as we work our way through this pandemic together.
Sincerely,
Pamela Campbell
Superintendent
For the safety of our students and staff, Columbia School District is not altering the health and safety protocols within our Preparedness Plan, which is posted on our website. To be clear, face coverings will still be required for face-to-face students and staff.
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Homecoming Spirit Week! Color War on Thursday!
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Has a teacher in Columbia made a difference in your child's life? Please consider nominating them for the Jackson County Top Teacher Award!
Each year, Jackson Magazine recognizes deserving K-12 Jackson County teachers, honoring those innovative educators who go above and beyond to make a difference in their students' lives. Thanks to a partnership with the Jackson Community Foundation and the Hurst Foundation, the Teacher of the Year receives $7,500; the four Top Teachers each receive a $1,500 grant for classroom use and/or professional development. Top Teachers will be announced in the May issue of the magazine.
http://www.jacksonmagazine.com/teacher-nomination
The CCHS Homecoming Parade is this Friday at 5 PM in the CCHS Parking Lot. We ask that you please stay in/at your vehicle to watch the parade. Go Eagles!
Homecoming Spirit Week!
Has a teacher in Columbia made a difference in your child's life? Nominate them for the Jackson County Top Teacher Award!
Each year, Jackson Magazine recognizes deserving K-12 Jackson County teachers, honoring those innovative educators who go above and beyond to make a difference in their students' lives. Thanks to a partnership with the Jackson Community Foundation and the Hurst Foundation, the Teacher of the Year receives $7,500; the four Top Teachers each receive a $1,500 grant for classroom use and/or professional development. Top Teachers will be announced in the May issue of the magazine.
http://www.jacksonmagazine.com/teacher-nomination
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CCHS Celebrates Homecoming Week!
Monday-Country Vs. Country Club Day, Hallway decorating after school
Tuesday-Beach Day, Movie Night, 7 PM
Wednesday-PJ Day-Even for us, enjoy a comfy Wednesday!
Thursday-Class Color Day-Staff needs to pick a color
Friday-Blue and Gold Day
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There is still time left to complete the US Census! The Census impacts the federal funds that communities receive each year for programs and services that are critical for schools, students, and younger children, such as: Special education, Head Start, after-school programs, and classroom technology. Food assistance, including free and reduced-price school lunches. Maternal and child health programs. https://2020census.gov/
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I asked a wise man, βTell me sir, in which field could I make a great career?β He said with a smile, βBe a good human being. There is a huge opportunity in this area and very little competition.β
CCHS JV football π final score: CC 14 to Clinton 28.
Congratulations to Mark Holbert for being named the Brooklyn Area Kiwanian of the Year for all of the projects he has participated in that benefited the children of our community!
CC JV football π with 5 minutes left in the game: CC 14 to Clinton 20.
Congratulations to Columbia School Board Secretary Chris Holbert for being named the Brooklyn Area Kiwanis Hixson Award winner! This is a distinguished award given to individuals who make a difference in the lives of the children in our community!ππ¦
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Congratulations to Kiwanis Past-President Superintendent Pam Campbell on winning the Alan Daily Award.π
Congratulations to Columbia Upper Elementary Principal Jennifer VanWagnen for becoming the President of the Brooklyn Area Kiwanis Club for this year (10/1/2020 to 9/30/2021)! If you are interested in becoming a Kiwanian and making a difference in the lives of the lives of the children in our community, please reach out to Mrs. VanWagnen.
Food bank open today from 10am to 2 pm behind ReMax in Brooklyn!
Columbia Homecoming Spirit Week dress-up days start on Monday!
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I've got a theory that if you give 100% all the time, somehow things will work out in the end. ~ Larry Bird
Reminder: Meal pick up on Wednesday for Learn at Home students is from 10 to 11 am in front of the CCHS office.
Greenblade One will be spraying for mosquitoes at the Columbia High School Football Complex on Thursday 9-24-2020. They will be spraying 600 foot of tree line on the south end of the complex along with the underside of both sets of bleachers. This application helps to reduce the mosquito population and has a residual of 14-21 days.
If you have any questions, please contact Bill Bradley, Director of Building Operations, via email at bill.bradley@myeagles.org
Bus Drivers Wanted!! Columbia School District is currently hiring bus drivers. No previous experience required. Training is provided at no cost to qualified applicants. Contact Bill Bradley, Transportation Supervisor, at (517) 592-6449, bill.bradley@myeagles.org for more information.
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I love this analogy!
You are holding a cup of coffee when someone comes along and bumps into you or shakes your arm, making you spill your coffee everywhere.
Why did you spill the coffee?
"Well because someone bumped into me, of course!"
Wrong answer.
You spilled the coffee because there was coffee in your cup.
Had there been tea in the cup, you would have spilled tea.
*Whatever is inside the cup, is what will spill out.*
Therefore, when life comes along and shakes you (which WILL happen), whatever is inside you will come out. It's easy to fake it, until you get rattled.
*So we have to ask ourselves... βwhat's in my cup?"
When life gets tough, what spills over?
Joy, gratefulness, peace and humility?
Or anger, bitterness, harsh words and reactions?
You choose! π―
Today let's work towards filling our cups with gratitude, forgiveness, joy, words of affirmation; and kindness, gentleness and love for others. ππ»ππ»ππ»
JTV will show the CCHS football π game this weekend on Channel 90! Congratulations Golden Eagles π¦
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Watch or Listen to tonight's varsity football game live!
Check out this week's edition of the Eagle's Nest district newsletter!
https://www.smore.com/e71kp-eagle-s-nest
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Have you responded yet to the United States Census 2020?
The 2020 Census count impacts the federal funds that communities receive each year for programs and services that are critical for schools, students, and younger children, such as:
Special education, Head Start, after-school programs, and classroom technology.
Food assistance, including free and reduced-price school lunches.
Maternal and child health programs.
https://2020census.gov/
Reminder that Friday Night Football is not open to the public.
The Food Bank will be giving out food today behind ReMax in Brooklyn from 10 am to 2 pm! Bring your identification and a piece of mail with your name and address on it.
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π alumnus Katie Powell on this wonderful honor from MSU! https://natsci.msu.edu/news/microbiology-senior-awarded-asip-research-grant/?fbclid=IwAR0HVUdplYT9LDYG6FG3TVO6n186dvntp73d34zDja6xg04GMdMkiOYWVMs
The annual football program fundraiser has begun! Discount cards are available for $20. Contact any team member or coach. Discounts include Lucero's, Dunham's, Loofy's Pizza, Dominick's Restaurant, and many more!
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Check out this week's edition of the Eagle's Nest district newsletter!
https://www.smore.com/s1m6v-eagle-s-nest
Staff and students are invited and encouraged to wear patriotic colors on Friday, September 11th. β€οΈπ
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What is new this year for Golden Eagle sports fans.....
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The Brooklyn Food Pantry is handing out food on Tuesday and Thursday from 10 am to 2 pm behind ReMax and Angelβs Flower Shop. Bring your ID and a piece of mail with your name and address.
Columbia 7th and 8th Grade Volleyball Players:Tryouts areThursday, September 10th and Friday, September 11th from 3-5 pm in the fitness center gym. Your physical must be dated on or after April 15th, 2020. Bring a mask and your own water bottle. ππππ
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βIf I never had a day 1, I would have never reached my someday.
If I never decided enough is enough, I would be worse off now than I was then.
If I gave up when it was hard or I didnβt feel like doing it, I wouldβve never seen what Iβm capable of.
If I never decided that an investment in my health was worth the sacrifice, I know with my health history I would have less fun medical expenses now.
Itβs hard- yes, but when did doing hard things become bad?
Hard builds character, resilience and grit.
Hard proves youβre capability and strengthens confidence.
Hard makes you appreciate the work youβre putting in and the results that come from it!
We encourage our kids to push through and study for that exam and work hard in practice- so why wouldnβt we show them we can do the same?
On my day one, I couldnβt do more than one push up, or any kind of a weighted crunch.
When you prove to yourself you can get there, you will feel unstoppable!β-Becky B.
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Learn more about how to make your child's school experience cool! https://pamcampbellssoup.blogspot.com/2020/09/school-is-cool.html
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You matter & you are enough.
A note from our Food Service Director, Ms. Kandell:
We are now offering free breakfast and lunch to students in all schools. The program will run until Dec 31st, or until USDA funds run out. We will notify families when the program ends. I will also be refunding any money students paid for meals this year back to their accounts. This program is available to all in person and virtual students. This is effective immediately.
Students are still welcome to bring a lunch from home. Students can purchase MILK ONLY for 50 cents, fruit snacks for 50 cents, chips for $1.00 and Ice Cream (Fridays Only) for $1.00 beginning September 11th.
Nominate a Columbia teacher for the tap teacher award! http://www.jacksonmagazine.com/teacher-nomination
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Congratulations! We are happy to honor Kolie Brown and Chase Dukate with their 6th Grade Student of the Year Plaques! ππππ #welcomeback #cuesproud
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Learn about the Jackson Early College program available at Columbia School District! https://jtv.tv/jackson-county-early-college-hosting-orientation-and-informational-meetings/
Learn how students at Columbia climb to new heights!
https://pamcampbellssoup.blogspot.com/2020/08/climbing-to-new-heights-at-columbia.html
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π School begins Wednesday, August 26th with a half day! Thursday and Friday will be half days too. See you tomorrow!
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ππ Thereβs a change to the calendar, every day this week Wednesday, Thursday, Friday will be half days for students. Thank you for your patience and support as we kick off a great school year!
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Happiness is a choice to choose every day. Find the bright side.
We are committed to ensuring staff and student safety!
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DEAR CES FAMILIES,
The teachers and staff at Columbia Elementary School are so excited to welcome our Little Eagles back to school! Everyone at CES has been working diligently to prepare for this school year. This letter includes many details and updates to help us all work together to ensure our students stay safe, happy and successful.
STAFF CHANGES
We welcome the following staff members and those who are switching to new positions:
Alesha Jones, Playground Aide - Mrs. Kelly Rentschler, Virtual Teacher - Adonia Senkewitz, Custodian -
Jean David, Cafeteria - Kathy Jenness, Kindergarten
ARRIVAL WINDOW
To allow students to practice social distancing in the hallway at the start of school, we are asking families to drop off their child during the window of time: 7:45-8:15 a.m. All students must remain in their cars or bus until 7:45 a.m. CES doors will open at 7:45 a.m. Please do not drop off children before 7:45 a.m. as there is no adult supervision available until 7:45 a.m. Keeping children safe is our priority!
FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL
On the first day of school the entrance doors to our hallways are limited to staff members and students only. We will have many staff members on hand to make sure your Little Eagle gets to the correct classroom. Our Kindergarten families are invited to drop off their child at the outside classroom teacherβs door, where you waited in line to meet your teacher at the K Open House.
DISMISSAL
If your child will be picked up using our pick-up loop, please display the picture of the yellow car with your childβs last name and teacherβs name in your front passenger side window. When you arrive, your childβs last name will be displayed in their classroom. They will walk from their classroom out the front entrance. Several adults will be available to help your child enter your car from the curbside. You will not need to get out of your vehicle. We appreciate your patience with the pick-up loop the first week of school. It takes longer than normal because it is unfamiliar to many the first week.
Please click here to see KINDERGARTEN ONLY arrival/dismissal information.
You will notice a BACKPACK tag placed on your childβs backpack the first day of school. This allows our staff to ensure your child is going to the correct location during dismissal (BUS #, PICK UP LOOP, WALKER DOOR, PRESCHOOL SIBLING PICK UP). Please consider leaving this tag on your childβs backpack.
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ARRIVAL WINDOW
7:45 -8:15 a.m.
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DISMISSAL WINDOW
2:30 - 3:00 p.m
BREAKFAST PROGRAM
All students will be given a free grab-and-go breakfast in their classroom upon arrival. Students who have already eaten breakfast at home can save their breakfast as a snack for later in the day.
LUNCH PROGRAM
Lunch costs $2.65 daily, which includes milk. If you pack your childβs lunch they can purchase milk ONLY for 50 cents. Please consider filling out a free or reduced lunch application even if you are unsure that you will qualify. Please click here to apply for free or reduced lunch. You can also get a paper copy in our CES office. If your child qualifies, it helps your family and it also helps our school! This information is kept confidential. Students and classmates are not identified in any way by how they pay for their lunch.
Students will eat in the cafeteria with their classroom cohort. They will be safely distanced from students in other classrooms. Students are welcome to bring lunch from home. School lunch will be delivered to their lunch table. Preschool students will eat lunch in their classrooms.
CHILDCARE & PRESCHOOL
If you are interested in childcare or preschool, please call Mrs. McLaury at 517-592-9753 for more information. We offer childcare beginning at 6:30 a.m. and after school until 6:00 p.m. Our tuition-paid Preschool begins on Monday, September 14th. Our GSRP Preschool begins on Monday, October 5th.
BLUE COMMUNICATIONS FOLDER
Every student at CES uses a blue communications folder daily. Please check this folder each night and send it back to school every day even if it is empty. This is the main way our staff communicates with you. You can also send important notes to school in their blue folder.
VOLUNTEERING AT CES
Volunteers and guests are not permitted at this time. We look forward to seeing our volunteers soon!
PTO
CES has a dynamic PTO that supports education in our school. If you would like to be involved with this wonderful organization, please email Casey Stein, PTO president CaseyNichole2000@yahoo.com or call/text 517-240-8583.
ATTENDANCE
If your child will be absent or late for school, please call 517-592-7552 and leave a voicemail. Please remember to ask for a doctorβs note if you take your child to see a doctor. This helps with how we are required to document their absence. We all agree that the more consistently children attend school, the more they learn. We appreciate your help in making attendance at school a priority.
Virtual students are required to participate in their assignments and activities each day. Attendance is taken and we are required to report truancy in the same manner as an In Person learner.
MEDICATION AT SCHOOL
Parents or guardians must bring any medication to the school office in the original container and fill out a medication form. Students are not allowed to transport any medication, including cough drops.
SAFETY PROTOCOLS DUE TO COVID 19
Students will wear masks at drop off & dismissal, in hallways and in common areas. Students are permitted to take off their mask when they remain with their classroom cohort and do not come in contact with students from another class. All CES students will be given two Columbia Eagles washable masks.
Students will wash or sanitize their hands frequently & have fun learning while practicing good hygiene.
Students will use their own personal set of supplies. Shared items will be limited and will be cleaned after each use.
To allow families and students to social distance, families can drop off their Little Eagle anytime between 7:45 - 8:15 a.m. The dismissal window will be from 2:30-3:00 p.m.
Students who become ill at school will go to βThe Cozy Cabinβ and be cared for by our support staff until a family member arrives.
Students will enjoy daily recess in colorfully designated zones with their cohort classroom. Each day of the week students will rotate with their cohort to their newly assigned zone. Colorful, breakaway lanyards will be worn at recess to match the studentsβ assigned zones. Lanyards will be kept at school. If your child accidentally brings their lanyard home, please have them wear it to school the next day.
VIRTUAL LEARNER INFORMATION
Chrome Book Distribution
Chrome books for Virtual learners can be picked up at the CES front porch on Wednesday, August 26th from 1-3 p.m. This will count as your attendance for the Β½ day of school that day.
Lunch Pick Up Information
Lunch pickup for Virtual learners will be from 10 -11a.m. at the high school front entrance loop. You do not need to pre-order meals. Just drive up! Any virtual students that need meals delivered can have meals delivered on Wednesday as well. If you need delivery, please email our Food Service Director at Lindsay.Kandell@myeagles.org.
Trimester Commitment Information
Our Virtual Learners have the option to switch to In Person Learning on November 23rd and March 1st when each new trimester begins.
TECHNOLOGY INFORMATION
Virtual Learners at CES
Students who are virtual learners who need to borrow a device, please fill out the technology form below and pay $40 for insurance. Insurance for families who qualify for free/reduced lunch is $5. Devices can be picked up on Wednesday, August 26th from 1-3 p.m. under the covered porch front entrance at CES.
In Person Learners at CES
Students who are In Person learners who need to borrow a device, in case we go to distance learning at some point in the year, please fill out the technology form and pay $40 for insurance. Insurance for families who qualify for free/reduced lunch is $5. Our ISD technology team will prepare those students' assigned devices with the appropriate filters so if/when the student is required to switch to distance learning they can take their device home. We use our devices daily at CES so chrome books for In Person Learners remain at school unless distance learning occurs. If the student is never required to switch to distance learning, the insurance is non-refundable.
COLUMBIA CONNECTION - We look forward to connecting with you!
CES School Office 517-592-6632 CES Website: myeagles.org/BES/index.htm
Preschool & Childcare 517-592-9753 CES Facebook: facebook.com/ColumbiaCentralElementary/
Attendance Voicemail 517-592-7552 Columbia Transportation Department 517-592-6449
Virtual Teacher Help Line 517-769-8536
GOALS
This year we will be focusing on our school motto, βWEβRE ALL IN THIS TOGETHER!β We are so grateful for the partnership we have with you. We appreciate your flexibility, patience and support. Please donβt hesitate to contact me at any time at 517-592-6632 or Trudy.Wright@myeagles.org
Looking forward to an AMAZING year,
Trudy Wright
CES Principal
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Educating the Whole Child at Columbia School District!
Read more: https://pamcampbellssoup.blogspot.com/2020/08/educating-whole-student-at-columbia.html
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βIf you seek to hate, you will. If you seek peace, you will have it. No one can control what another does, but certainly can control how you react to what someone does. Focus your efforts on finding the good in everything!!! Itβs a game changer!β Dina Peek
Columbia Jr.-Sr. High School Orientation Information:
August 19 and 20
This will be an outdoor event where students will be able to pick up schedules and their learning material to include textbooks, Chromebook, leisure reading books from our library, course schedule and all other necessary back to school information.
August 19-Building tours, informational meeting and learning material pick-up
Your orientation will begin with a student and parent informational meeting held at the football stadium. Students only will also participate in staggered buildings tours and be able to pick up their learning materials.
7th grade Orientation, 6-7 PM
9th grade Orientation 7:30-8:30 PM
August 20-Learning Material Pick Up
2-4 PM-11th and 12th grade
6-8 PM-8th and 10th grade
Columbia Central Virtual Open House-Will be shared with students and parents on August 25th.
Teachers will provide a video featuring a welcome back message for their students, a tour of their classroom, important aspects regarding their course syllabus, and any other important information. The videos will be posted on our Virtual Open House website and shared with families.
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 School District is partnering with the community to keep our students and staff members safe! For our Face to Face students it is important to continually wear a face covering. Accordingly the student handbooks have been updated to include consequences as follows.
Covid-19 Safety Compliance.
Non-compliance to the mask wearing protocol.
Step one.
1st non-compliance the student will be referred to the office to meet with a principal.
2nd non-compliance the student will be sent home.
Step two
3rd non-compliance the student will be referred to the office to meet with the principal.
4th non-compliance the student will be sent home.
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5th non-compliance the student will be required to use our Learn at Home Program.
Technology Registration - Please complete this form if you would like your child to be able to take home a Columbia School District Chromebook/iPad and select the insurance option that best fits your family's needs. Technology distribution dates will be posted to the district website.
Technology Registration
After many hours of diligent meeting, planning and deliberating, the Columbia School District has finalized the Return to Learn plan for the 2020-2021 school year. The plan has been devised from the guidance of the State of Michigan's Return to School Road Map in conjunction with the Jackson County Health Department and CDC recommendations. Please go to www.myeagles.org for the details of the plan as well as links to applicable documents. Within the plan is a link to make the choice for your child to attend school face to face or online. Please complete the required Commitment form for each child individually. The deadline to submit your choice is Sunday, August 16, 2020, at 11:59 pm.
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MEET MRS. RENTSCHLER
Mrs. Rentschler is the Virtual teacher for K-2 students. She has taught Preschool, Kindergarten and 2nd grade! She is passionate about mixing technology, organization and creativity. Most of all, she loves our Little Eagles!
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Columbia Transportation Plan for Returning to School
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1rO7GbJxySWZd28-plG9ZnkLXNNWsuK3W1wc1IgwFWUc/edit?usp=sharing
Do you know a child turning 5 by December 1st who is interested in Virtual or In Person Kindergarten? Our Kindergarten Open House is today Tuesday, August 11th from 5-7p.m. at Columbia Elementary School. It is an outdoor event. You can register your child, take a bus ride, get lunch information and meet their classroom teacher. We hope to see you there!
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Kindergarten Graduation is at 10:30! Tune in to 95.9 The Power Cow or on this Facebook page to see it live! ππ¦
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The mental health issues related to our lockdown and the pandemic are especially hard for people with depression. NAMI, The National Alliance on Mental Health, has a 24 hour helpline: 800-950-6264.
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Columbia Elementary Kindergarten Open House August 11th from 5 pm to 7 pm!
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1vnVb56vbDP95dOrYjYOQqwuTmpjfrjOZYRVFufh_M8M/mobilebasic
We can all make a difference.
Be the reason someone smiles.
Jackson Magazine is now accepting nominations for the 2021 Top Teacher. If you know a teacher that is an outstanding leader, is dedicated to students, and has gone above and beyond to help students and parents, especially during the pandemic, please visit their website at www.jacksonmagazine.com, go to events tab and select Top Teachers. The due date for 2021 nominations is October 16, 2020.
Columbia Options High School will hold their Drive In Graduation in the Columbia Central High School parking lot on August 10th at 6pm! The graduation will be broadcast on the Power Cow 95.9 and on Facebook Live! Questions? Email Lisa.Klink@myeages.org.
Columbia Elementary School will hold their Kindergarten Drive In Graduation in the Columbia Central High School parking lot on August 10th at 10:30 am! The graduation will be broadcast on the Power Cow 95.9 and on Facebook Live! Questions? Email Trudy.Wright@myeages.org.
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To: Our Jackson County Community
From: Jackson County Superintendent Association
Re: Return to School Planning
Date: July 25, 2020
The Jackson County Superintendent Association has been meeting regularly throughout the summer to support each other and work collaboratively on developing safe, responsive, and educationally sound plans for returning to school this fall. This is very challenging work, but know we are committed to making sure every student has the opportunity for a safe, quality educational experience and every staff member involved in providing that experience is supported and provided a safe work environment.
Each district is working with their staff members to develop plans for in-person instruction, on-line instruction and the ability to move between these options depending on the extent of the Covid virus and/or mandates from state authorities. Districts are also partnering with the Jackson County Health Department to make sure we are benefiting from their expertise.
Because each district has unique capabilities and challenges as they meet the expectations of their constituents, not every district plan will look exactly the same. Therefore, you can expect that specific information concerning your districtβs plan will come directly from the district your student is attending. However, all districts are coordinating their efforts to make sure an individual district plan does not prevent a student from having access to a countywide, center-based option such as the Jackson Area Career Center.
We appreciate your patience and understanding as we take this time to work with our staff members on developing these plans. We also invite your input and hope you will participate in the various surveys that have been sent out by districts/schools.
All school employees take very seriously the trust you have put in them to provide your students with the best possible education. While the coming school year will not be without its challenges, your local districts are approaching their planning with optimistic enthusiasm, and look forward to serving your children and the greater community.
Sincerely,
Dr. Pamela Campbell, Columbia School District
Ms. Rebecca Hutchinson, Concord Community Schools
Ms. Sandy Maxson, da Vinci Schools
Mr. Stephen Doerr, East Jackson Community Schools
Dr. Ryle Kiser, Grass Lake Community Schools
Mr. John Denney, Hanover-Horton Schools
Mr. Kevin Oxley, Jackson County Intermediate School District
Mr. Jeffrey Beal, Jackson Public Schools
Mr. Brady Cook, Michigan Center School District
Mr. James Graham, Napoleon Community Schools
Mr. Geoff Bontrager, Northwest Community Schools
Mr. Bob Cassiday, Springport Public Schools
Mr. Scott Leach, Vandercook Lake Schools
Mr. Michael Smajda, Western School District
Parents and students: Jackson Magazine is now accepting nominations for the 2021 Top Teacher. If you know a teacher that is an outstanding leader, is dedicated to students, and has gone above and beyond to help students and parents, especially during the pandemic, please visit their website at www.jacksonmagazine.com, go to events tab and select Top Teachers. The due date for 2021 nominations is October 16, 2020.
Register for credit recovery! Please fill out the link and email Mrs. Diefenthaler at Wendy.Diefenthaler@myeagles.org and let her know you have registered. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfc44bRJHYY8NWm71UreGtOcQT8J9GdHcF_P-wj5n0WQfFr9w/viewform
Register for credit recovery! In addition to filling out the information at the link, please email Mrs. Diefenthaler at Wendy.Diefenthaler@myeagles.org and let her know you have registered.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfc44bRJHYY8NWm71UreGtOcQT8J9GdHcF_P-wj5n0WQfFr9w/viewform
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Congratulations to CCHS graduates Allie Salsbury and Joe Tennant! They were awarded the 2020 Columbia Central Senior Theatre π Award!ππ¦
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Congratulations to the CCHS Class of 2020! More on MLive: https://www.mlive.com/news/jackson/2020/07/columbia-central-graduates-100-in-parking-lot-ceremony.html
As we continue to social distance and prepare for the school year, we invite all students to join our virtual spelling bee beginning on Tuesday, August 18.
To sign up and receive the practice words lists and rules,
Call 989-463-3434, 989-386-9304
#Fox47NewsSponsor | WSYM
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Congratulations πto the Class of 2020! They are officially CCHS Golden Eagle π graduates!ππ¦
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Check out the 2020-2021 Calendar! https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/740428/2020-2021_School_Calendar.pdf
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Students in Grades 9-12, Credit Recovery begins July 27th- August 14th please register here: https://forms.gle/9maMgMyTzZ1c5Ny4A
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βIt has never been more important to teach ourselves and our children the quality of resilience. Be strong, and look for the best way to a better normal. Love to you all.β - Patti Roost
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School Board Elections - Filing Information
Due to Coronavirus precautions the filing procedures to run for a school board position are slightly different. Printed packets are available for pick up in the Superintendent's Office at 11775 Hewitt Rd., Brooklyn, MI 49230. Please call in advance to arrange a pick up time. Packets can be mailed upon request by calling 517-592-6641 to provide name and address.
At this time the Elections Directors office at the Jackson County Courthouse is closed to the general public. A candidate can submit their original, completed Affidavit of Identity and original completed Nominating Petition via USPS mail or by making an appointment with Election Director Jenny Crews on Mondays or Thursdays.
If you have any questions about filing for a Jackson County office, please email Elections Director Jenny Crews at jcrews@mijackson.org or call 517-768-6759.
Did you know that US Census results help determine how money is allocated for our school district? The results impact the Head Start program, grants that support teachers, nutrition programs, and special education funding. Complete your Census today at https://my2020census.gov/
Kindness is not just what you do, itβs who you are.
-Adrienne Bankert
#kindnessmatters #kindpeoplearemykindapeople #teachkindness #workhardandbekind
The American Red Cross Blood Drive at Columbia School District is going well! Thank you to everyone who registered to help save a life! Thanks to Alumnus Lexi Hall for organizing this event!
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Alumnus Lexie Hall is hosting a blood drive on July 8th from 12-5:45 pm in the Columbia Central High School. It is appointment only so please sign up in advance if you are able to donate. Thank you!
https://www.redcrossblood.org/give.html/donation-time
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βHelping and making one person smile can change the world. Maybe not the whole world, but their world :)β@2thank #AppreciateGratitude
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βResilience only comes from having been given the chance to work through difficult situations. By doing this, students find they are successful in solving problems independently.β @GSmit4Character #charactercounts
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βKindness connects people. Kindness shines a light for people when they are struggling w/ dark times. Kindness fills our life w/purpose & love and can be a powerful force to positively change a school & community.β #charactercounts
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When you stop chasing the wrong things you give the right things a chance to catch you. @2thank
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Attention Juniors and Seniors! Please RSVP to Aloha-Junior-Senior Prom here: https://forms.gle/FSBNkx95PyXmCG319
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βA good life is when you smile often, dream big, laugh a lot and realize how blessed you are for what you have.β @2thank #AppreciateGratitude
Making A Difference! Read more! https://pamcampbellssoup.blogspot.com/2020/06/connie-douglass-makes-difference-at.html
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Donβt be left out! Join in the Kiwanis Flag Program! All fund go to support programs for children! https://k15343.site.kiwanis.org/kiwanis-flag-program
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http://irishhillslive.com/columbia-options-student-to-graduate-at-71-years-old
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Thank you Columbia community! Your generosity has provided our children with a beautiful new play area!ππ¦
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βTough times donβt last. Tough people do.β β Robert H. Schullerπ
OK2SAY: a confidential way to report anything that threatens student safety. Tips can be submitted 24/7 by phone, text, email, mobile app, or via the OK2SAY website. Tips on bullying, suicide talk, weapons at school, or threats. https://www.michigan.gov/ok2say call 1-8-555-OKSAY
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Every. Single. Thread.
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βBe a model by showing kindness to unkind people. Treat others with respect even if they are disrespectful to you. Forgive people who donβt deserve it. Your actions always reflect who you are. β@GSmit4Character #charactercounts
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Class of 2020! http://irishhillslive.com/columbia-central-high-school-top-10
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To make a difference in someone's life, you don't have to be brilliant, rich, beautiful, or perfect. You just have to Care. -@2thank
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#ItsAGreatDayToBeAGoldenEagle
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"As long as you are trying to forgive, you are forgiving. It's when you no longer try that bitterness sets in."
-You'll Get Through This by Max Lucado
Grace Willoughby Announced as the Distinguished Young Woman of the Irish Hills
The Distinguished Young Women of the Irish Hills Scholarship Program is proud to announce that Grace Willoughby has been selected as the Distinguished Young Woman of the Irish Hills 2021. Grace is a high school junior from Columbia Central High School where she is an Honor Student and participants in the Performing Arts Program. She is part of the Columbia Marching Band and also the Adrian College Marching Band. Upon graduation from High School, Grace plans on attending Adrian College to pursue a teaching degree.
Grace will be representing the Irish Hills Community at the Distinguished Young Women of Michigan State Scholarship Program in July and at community events throughout the year. βWe are excited to have Grace as a representative of our community and feel she will be a wonderful role model for the youth in our communityβ said Jan Witte, State Co-Chairperson of the Distinguished Young Women of Michigan Scholarship Program.
The Distinguished Young Women of the Irish Hills Scholarship Program is open to any high school Junior living in Lenawee or Jackson County. This local scholarship program is part of a state and national scholarship program which celebrates scholastics, leadership and talent. This is a wonderful scholarship program, which recognizes academic achievement, community service, physical fitness, and the performing arts. Thousands of dollars in college scholarships have been awarded through this local program over the past twelve years. For more information on this transformative scholarship program, go to www.Distinguishedyw.org or email Irishhills@distinguishedyw.org.
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βCourage is not only getting through today but knowing that tomorrow youβll do even more to better your life. Believe in your strength.β-Sherry Hynes
Mrs. Burge makes a difference at Columbia Elementary School! Read more at: https://pamcampbellssoup.blogspot.com/2020/06/mrs-burge-makes-difference-at-ces.html
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Coming together is a beginning. Keeping together is progress. Working together is success. @2thank
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βWhen you truly appreciate your life, you feel grateful to all the good things around you.β @2thank #AppreciateGratitude
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ATTENTION ANY INCOMING FRESHMAN-SENIOR.....VOLLEYBALL CONDITIONING STARTS MONDAY WITH AN INFORMATIONAL MEETING AT 2:30 IN THE SIDE YARD BY FITNESS CENTER.Β Β We will be following MHSAA guidelines & staying 6ft apart.Β Β Make sure you have your own water bottle (absolutely no sharing), please bring a towel to lay on ground and tennis shoes.Β Β IF YOU CANNOT MEET MONDAY BUT STILL PLAN ON TRYING OUT IN THE FALL.....please text Coach Tompkins at 517-937-8879 so you can be added to the text group to stay up to date with our summer schedule.Β Β Please share this with ANYONE you know that is interested in playing as the voluntary/not mandatory summer workouts are a great way to get in shape & improve your game for the up coming season!Β Β Β Β Β πππ #EaglesStrong
PLEASE....do not come if you are feeling sick at all or running a fever
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The 2020 Summer Reading Program is still on! Registration is open at www.myjdl.com/srp20 with the program continuing through July 31.
Congratulations Mrs. Adams! Here are the recipients of the 2020 Excellence in Education Awards! Congratulations to Alison Klotz of Onsted High School, Melissa Adams of Columbia Options High School and Carl Bunker of Napoleon Community Schools!
In this together virtual 5K! https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeAbQuH4TjigLWelHRbUdT94uCKiuv1K3rXiZ3wHl5AuuaI1w/viewform
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Don't Worry, Be Happy! Columbia School District have a great summer! Can't wait to be back with you at school in August! https://drive.google.com/file/d/1x-loJYsrcVQ3H-3l5fcSm_xDePvBvoHP/view #ItsAGreatDayToBeAGoldenEagle
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The love a teacher has for their students is very unique. They treat children like they would treat their own child. This picture is a symbol of that love. This Little Eagle knows her teacher truly loves her. β₯οΈππ
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A special message from Columbia Central teachers! Donβt worry be happy! https://tinyurl.com/y8kj9bja
Congratulations to Melissa Adams! She has been honored as the Irish Hills Chamber Columbia School District Teacher of the Year! Read more: https://cdn.flipsnack.com/widget/v2/flipsnackwidget.html?hash=t98wp3przp&t=1591041975&fullscreen=1
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Music is where you can find yourself again and again. @2thank #AppreciateGratitude
Check out the newsletter: https://www.smore.com/ms17t
Mrs. Hawkins is a first grade teacher at Columbia Elementary School. She is making a difference in the lives of her students every day! Read more: https://pamcampbellssoup.blogspot.com/2020/06/making-difference-mrs-hawkins.html
Todayβs the day! We canβt wait to see our Little Eagles tomorrow. Pickup belongings, drop off library books, and wave to the CES staff. ππ¦
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Hope to see you Monday between 9:00 a.m. and noon for our belonging pickup and library book drop off!
Jackson County teachers have been making a positive impact on the lives of their students for many years. While we are not able to have our Awards event at this time due to the Stay Home order, we are honoring these amazing teachers virtually. Congratulations to Columbia Elementary teacher Amanda Aguilera!
Since 2014, Jackson Magazine has partnered with the Jackson Community Foundation and the Hurst Foundation. Each of our Top Teachers will receive a $1,000 grant for use in the classroom and/or personal development, and the Teacher of the Year receives $5,000 to use any way they want. Each will also receive a framed award and are featured in the May Jackson Magazine.
A big Thank you to our Top Teacher sponsors, CP Federal Credit Union, the Hurst Foundation, Jackson Area Career Center, the Jackson Community Foundation, the Stowe Insurance Agency, LLC, and Sylvan Learning.
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During times like these, we all need to look toward the bright side, and understand that we all have the power to make the future better than the past ever was.
It's easy to fall into a rut, and feel like you are powerless, or that things may never be the same again. But we all have to believe and use the power that we have to design our own destiny.
I found this quote today and it really hits home with what the world, and I personally, am dealing with during this pandemic:
"Be stubborn about your goals, and flexible about your methods"
When you set a goal for yourself, you must follow through with it - but sometimes that goal is not achieved the same way you believed it would when you first made that goal. That is perfectly alright - The world is constantly changing, and so are we. You never know; maybe you will find that you can dream larger or you can find a more specific dream/goal to follow.
The world is ours, we all can make it into whatever we want - and a little bump in the road will make those who believe in their dreams to believe much stronger in their dream, and to focus on it harder than ever before.
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OK2SAY: a confidential way to report anything that threatens student safety. Tips can be submitted 24/7 by phone, text, email, mobile app, or via the OK2SAY website. Tips on bullying, suicide talk, weapons at school, or threats. https://www.michigan.gov/ok2say
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βResilience only comes from having been given the chance to work through difficult situations. By doing this, student find they are successful in solving problems independently.β-@GSmit4Character #charactercounts
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to Aiden Adams from Columbia Central Athletics on being selected to the Michigan High School Football Coaches Association West All-Star Team!
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"Being positive doesnβt just make you better. It makes everyone around you better." -@JonGordon11
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Columbia School District salutes our heroes!πβ€οΈπ¦
It is awesome seeing American flags lining the streets in the Brooklyn! If you missed signing up, do it today online! All profits go to support the children! https://k15343.site.kiwanis.org/kiwanis-flag-program
Columbia Upper Elementary secretary Lori Hunter makes a difference in the lives of students and staff members every day! https://pamcampbellssoup.blogspot.com/2020/05/lori-hunter-makes-difference-at-cues.html
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CES Camping at home week! Out students made tents, s'mores and had a lot of fun. Some of our friends are racking up those AR points. Good job! πππ¦
Congratulations! #MIteachAppreesh shout-out for Derek Jackson at Columbia Central High School, part of Columbia School District, from your student Sammi-Jo. #ThankATeacher #miched #MIeducation #proudMIeducator
Shout Out to Our Reading & Library Team! At CES we β€ reading books. These amazing teachers help foster the love of reading. #LittleEagles
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Always be true to yourself!
In life youβll meet a lot of mean and disrespectful people. If they hurt you, tell yourself that itβs because issues they have and youβre on a different level than they are, which will keep you from reacting to their insensitivity. There is nothing worse than bitterness and vengeance. Walk away, keep your dignity and always be true to yourself. - Sherry Hynes
Swing by, say goodbye, and pickup your locker/class belongings on June 1 from 9:00 - noon.
Shout out to our Special Education & Specials Teachers! You hold a special place in our hearts! #LittleEagles
Did you know that US Census results help determine how money is allocated for our school district? The results impact the Head Start program, grants that support teachers, nutrition programs, and special education funding. Complete your Census today at https://my2020census.gov/
Columbia School District is enrolling new students for the 2020-2021 school year! This is for all grades, including students seeking to enroll through the Schools-of-Choice option. To access all necessary enrollment information, go to https://www.myeagles.org/ and click on Enroll Now
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Shout Out to our CES Cafeteria Crew! Thank you for keeping our Little Eagles fed and happy! #LittleEagles
Columbia Central Class of 2020, have you posted your senior photo or video yet? We want every senior represented!
https://www.fox47news.com/lifestyle/2020-senior/columbia-high-school-senior-spotlight
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βTo maintain a joyful family requires much from both the parents and the children. Each member of the family has to become, in a special way, the servant of the others.β
β Pope John Paul II
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Since Monday is Memorial Day, the Columbia Food Service Crew will double up on their breakfast/lunch bags this Friday! Please stop by Columbia Elementary between 9 am and 11 am on Friday to pick up five days worth of Breakfast/Lunch Bags!!
Columbia Food Service is serving breakfast/lunches today at Columbia Elementary School from 9 am to 11 am. All area youth ages 18 and under may stop by and get their bagged breakfast/lunch!
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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
Our Preschool team has so much fun learning with our Littlest Eagles! If you would like to reserve a spot for your Little Eagle in Columbia Preschool, please call our Preschool Director, Mrs. McLaury at 517-592-9753.
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Columbia School District has amazing teachers and staff members who are doing an awesome job through this critical time in our lives! Hear more: https://www.facebook.com/lakesideannie/videos/1168162933522459
Join the Kiwanis Club of Brooklyn for Free! Kiwanis is dedicated to helping local children and families through great programs like K-Kids, Key Club, Sew What, the Kiwanis K-nitters, the New Baby Project, local literacy programs, scholarships, and much, much more. Our Kiwanis club is generous with its time, creative with our ideas, and passionate about making a difference. And we have fun along the way!
The Distinguished Young Women of the Irish Hills Scholarship Program is proud to announce that Grace Willoughby has been selected as the Distinguished Young Woman of the Irish Hills 2021. Grace is a high school junior from Columbia Central High School, She will be representing the Irish Hills Community at the Distinguished Young Women of Michigan State Scholarship Program in July. Congratulations Grace.
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Meet an amazing teacher from Columbia Elementary School! http://irishhillslive.com/meet-your-neighbors-steve-and-margarita-berkemeier
Columbia Options High School administrative assistant Kristy Hannewald makes a difference in the lives of students and staff members! Read more at: https://pamcampbellssoup.blogspot.com/2020/05/making-difference-every-day-kristy.html
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Join in the fun with the planetarium!βΊοΈπͺβ¨π«
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From Ryan Irvine:
Whether you were a knuckle head or a straight A student, we all had a few special faculty members throughout our school years. For me, one of those special people was a little lady that is tougher than nails & sweeter than pie ( Mrs. Lois Little )... Mrs. Little broke her collar bone a little over a month ago & is healing nicely. I am sure she would love any cards from faculty members & former Brooklyn elementary students that knew her.
If you are in the spirit of putting a smile on her face go ahead & send her one.
Her address is, 7300 cement city Rd/highway.
Are you wondering about the flags that magically appear in your neighborsβ yards? Check out the Brooklyn Area Kiwanis Club Flag program! https://k15343.site.kiwanis.org/kiwanis-flag-program
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"Do it your way. Be free. Hear the music. This is the only way for you to live your life." Ronaldinho
OK2SAY: a confidential way to report anything that threatens student safety. Tips can be submitted 24/7 by phone, text, email, mobile app, or via the OK2SAY website. Tips on bullying, suicide talk, weapons at school, or threats. https://www.michigan.gov/ok2say
Shout Out to Our Awesome Aides Who Help Our LittleEagles! There are many more aides/teachers/support staff not pictured that make our school a success! #LittleEagles
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Car Parade for Seniors
The Senior Car Parade is Friday, May 15 at 7:30 PM to honor our Seniors last official day of school! Spectators invited to the high school parking lot to support our students. Please bring decorate signs and be ready to cheer on the Class of 2020!
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What's one thing you can control today?!
Packet pick up at CES and CUES on Thursday, May 14th from 4:30 to 6 pm.πππ¦
Missed the Distance Learning packet pick up today? Stop by Columbia Elementary and Columbia Upper Elementary between 4:30 and 6 pm on Thursday! Hope to see you then! If you have baggie books or library books, please return them on Thursday.
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Columbia Upper Elementary School and Columbia Elementary Packet pick up is today between 9:00 - 11:00. Just pull up and someone will bring the packet to your car. Please bring library books and baggie books to turn in! Thank you!
CUES and CES Packet pick up is tomorrow between 9:00 - 11:00. Just pull up and someone will bring the packet to your car. Please bring library books and baggie books to turn in! Thank you!πππ¦
The Youth Advisory Committee (YAC) is a youth-focused and youth-administered grant committee within the Jackson Community Foundation. They address the needs of youth in Jackson County by awarding grants to community organizations that benefit youth. At the same time, it provides the students involved in the program an opportunity to volunteer their time and talents to better their community while developing philanthropic leadership skills and valuable experience.
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Columbia Elementary School. Need to talk to a teacher? Want to just chat or have questions? Stop by and say "Hello" during their office hours.
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1WCe9cr0aPINt3gCqBGbP_3FfQMtxeEj8P0-oChpQnqE/edit?usp=sharing
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SENIOR BASEBALL PLAYER HIGHLIGHT
Lucas has been a mainstay in left field for & was looking at being our #3 pitcher this year. Lucas is a hard worker who always worked to be perfect. Lucas was looking to be a big part of a successful season & his senior leadership will be missed.
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Adam was going to put us over the top with his offense at the plate & defense at shortstop. An All-State selection in 2019 & Siena Heights commit, Adam is going to be very successful with his great work ethic & outgoing personality.πππ¦
SENIOR BASEBALL PLAYER HIGHLIGHT
A two year varsity player, Leviβs hard work earned himself into playing time this year in our outfield substituting in and out when needed. He was always willing to do whatever was asked of him. A great young man who will be missed next year.
We are postponing the Greg Hill Golf Outing from June 6th to Saturday July 25th. We will be mailing and reaching out to everyone in June. The outing will still be at Clark Lake Golf Course. Thank you for your continued support and look forward to seeing everyone in July.
After taking some time off from baseball Matt was coming back this year & was looking at getting time at 3rd base for us & we were looking forward to giving him an opportunity to be part of something special his senior year.πππ¦
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Four year player & team captain, Aiden was ready for a great season in center field. A career .400 hitter with multiple academic awards, Aiden would do whatever was asked of him to improve the team. Aiden is a great young man!πππ¦
Remember the Global Buckets? Mrs.Liebau is bringing them back! https://www.mlive.com/news/jackson/2013/05/in_the_classroom_worms_plastic.html
Congratulations Columbia Central High School Seniors! Class of 2020!
Congratulations Columbia Central High School Seniors! Class of 2020!
Columbia food service is handing out bag lunch/breakfast today between 9 am and 11 am at Columbia Elementary. All youth ages 18 and under are welcome to take advantage of this opportunity.πππ¦
Simply drive up in front of the elementary and receive your lunch/breakfast.
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Packet pick up at CES!
Interested in learning about Columbia School District's wonderful teachers? Start by reading about Mrs. Friday! https://pamcampbellssoup.blogspot.com/2020/05/annette-friday-cues-teacher-of-year.html
Your children may listen to audible stories free! https://stories.audible.com/start-listen
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Columbia Central National Honor Society is asking community members to sponsor a senior by creating a goodie basket that will be delivered to their homes by administration on May 29, 2020. We are asking donated baskets to be delivered to the high school office on May 21 or May 26. We are suggesting the value of the basket items should not exceed $30. Please email nianne.prendel@myeagles.org if you are willing to donate a basket to a senior.
Care Parade for Seniors
The Senior Car Parade is Friday, May 15 at 7:30 PM to honor our Seniors last official day of school! Spectators invited to the high school parking lot to support our students. Please bring decorate signs and be ready to cheer on the Class of 2020!
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Happy Teachersβ and Staff Membersβ Appreciation Week to our Fabulous Columbia School District Family!πππ¦
Jr. High Parents: Please have your child check their school email! Mrs. Diefenthaler sent out a message regarding registering for next year's classes!
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Happy Teacher Appreciation Week!πππ¦
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Respect. Such a simple word. Yet so hard. Respect is a foundation of manners, and something everyone should be given.
Do unto others as you would have them do unto you. Treat other people with the concern and kindness you would like them to show toward you.
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Michigan Department of Treasury:
Students, parents, counselors, college access professionals, financial aid administrators, and more...
This week on the Facebook Live #LoungeAndLearn series, we will be doing a walkthrough of Financial Aid 101. Join in to learn more today, May 6th at 2:00 p.m.
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Giving back to our wonderful Columbia teachers and staff members!
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Columbia teachers were greeted by Columbia administrators and were treated to a free pizza for National Teacher Appreciation Day!
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Columbia Elementary teacher Amanda Aguilera for being named Top Ten in Jackson County! https://jtv.tv/jackson-magazine-announces-2020-top-teachers/
Seniors! Sign up for the FOX 47 Senior Spotlight!
https://www.fox47news.com/lifestyle/2020-senior/columbia-high-school-senior-spotlight
Senior Signs! Senior signs are available Tuesday and Thursday in the Columbia Central High School office or in the administration office Monday through Friday for $20.
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"It is the supreme art of the teacher to awaken joy in creative expression and knowledge." - Albert Einstein
Kindergarten Registration is Open! Register today! Complete your registration now to secure your child's spot for the fall. The Kindergarten Open House will be August 11th.
Do you know someone who wants to attend Columbia School District next fall? Share this link to register!
https://registration.myeagles.org/apply/index.php?step=0&academy=53
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Great article about one of our Golden Eagle π¦
Soccer β½οΈ players!! https://jtv.tv/tumas-making-the-best-of-extended-time-off/
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Columbia School District Superintendent Dr. Campbell gives an update on JTV!
https://jtv.tv/pamela-campbell-with-columbia-schools-response-to-covid-19/
Congratulations to our Columbia Seniors!πππ¦
Class of 2020!
Congratulations to our Columbia Seniors! The Class of 2020!!
Thank you Columbia Teachers and Staff!
#ColumbiaStrong
#ItsAGreatDayToBeAGoldenEagle
#ThankATeacher
Columbia School District is registering students for next fall! Fill out the application today! https://registration.myeagles.org/apply/index.php?step=0&academy=53
Interested in a Great Preschool for your child? Apply now for the fall! https://www.childplus.net/apply/en-us/E5063C53EC7CA8BEB19821A5C356150D/964406E5FB9423C9D63ABF06E71B6F34
Fill out your application today with your current information! https://lunchapp.com/
A Teacher for All Seasons
By Joanna Fuchs
A teacher is like Spring,
Who nurtures new green sprouts,
Encourages and leads them,
Whenever they have doubts.
A teacher is like Summer,
Whose sunny temperament
Makes studying a pleasure,
Preventing discontent.
A teacher is like Fall,
With methods crisp and clear,
Lessons of bright colors
And a happy atmosphere.
A teacher is like Winter,
While it's snowing hard outside,
Keeping students comfortable,
As a warm and helpful guide.
Teacher, you do all these things,
With a pleasant attitude;
You're a teacher for all seasons,
And you have my gratitude!
THANK YOU TEACHERS FOR ALL YOU DO!
Happy Teacher and Staff Appreciation Week!β€οΈ we love our Columbiaππ Golden Eagle π¦
teachers and staff members !
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Check out the Columbia food-service lunch/breakfast program! Pick up your child lunch/breakfast at Columbia Elementary between 9 and 11 AM this morning! We are asking that you also pick up the free and reduced form and fill it out based on your current income.
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With commencement ceremonies for the class of 2020 postponed or canceled, WLNS-TV wants to celebrate the class of 2020 by featuring your senior photos in this photo gallery. Please enter your photo into the Celebrating The Class of 2020 photo gallery by WLNS. A tribute to all seniors will air on WLNS in early June, so stay tuned for the dates and times for that. Click this link to upload your senior photo today: https://www.wlns.com/classof2020
A special thank you to Auto-Owners Insurance, Lansing Community College, Tripp's Auto Shop and U.S. Army Recruiting Michigan for sponsoring our photo gallery and Celebrating the Class of 2020 special!
Columbia Golden Eagle π¦
Spirit is all around us! Join in this week and celebrate!
Check out the great information I the CES Newsletter!
https://www.smore.com/6c4au-little-eagles-home-edition
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It is challenging to be cooped up with family. Itβs easy to be short tempered, yell about chores, or be moody. Love & understanding gives you a fresh start! Just remember to respond with kindness & be the sunshine when things get tough!πππ¦
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celebrated Principalβs Day! https://m.youtube.com/watch?feature=youtu.be&v=BykkkCM3B1Y
Check out the great places you can visit virtually! https://www.weareteachers.com/wonders-of-the-world/#.XqgLD-f40cY.twitter
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βIn any given moment we have two options: to step forward into growth or step back into safety.β - Abraham Maslow
Join us tonight in celebration of the Columbia Golden Eagle π¦
Seniors at 8:20 pm for Friday Night Lights!
Congratuations to Amanda Aguilera who was named one of the Top 10 Teachers in Jackson County! Mrs. Aguilera teaches Kindergarten at Columbia Elementary School. We are fortunate to have her as a teacher in Columbia Schools! The process for being selected included being nominated, writing an essay, and classroom observations by the Top 10 Teacher committee. Congratulations! ππ
To see the Jackson Magazine article and for more information on the Top 10 Teachers,please click here:
https://bluetoad.com/publication/?m=24264&i=658881&p=28
Happy Principalβs Day! πππ¦
Columbia has fabulous principals!
Tips for Families:
https://vimeo.com/402316545/5253422d12
Please fill out free and reduced applications now based on your current income. Applications available during meal pickup times. Get a P-EBT card now. The meal benefits that are approved for will carry over 30 days into the next school year. Email Lindsay.Kandell@myeagles.org
Getting ready for college? Take a look at this article! https://www.usnews.com/education/financial-literacy-college-students?utm_source=usn_tw
"The pessimist complains about the wind; the optimist expects it to change; the realist adjusts the sails.β - William Arthur Ward
Gratitude makes sense of our past, brings peace for today, and creates a vision for tomorrow. @2thank
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βThere are far better things ahead than any we leave behind." - C.S. Lewis
A Big Hello! From your Columbia Elementary Family!πππ¦
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=TLLRPxBnoFo
CCHS Senior Soccer β½οΈ player Anna Hosmer highlighted in this article. πππ¦
https://jtv.tv/hosmer-discouraged-over-loss-of-senior-season/
Congratulations Aiden Adams!πππ¦
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Save the Date, Senior Week:
Tuesday, July 21-Lifetouch Graduation Photos, Senior Brunch, Student Award Presentation, Decision Day Announcements, Jostens Delivery for caps, gowns, and tassels, Photo sessions by appointment will begin at 8:30 AM and brunch will begin at 10:30 AM. This is a student event and should last until approximately 12:30 PM.
Wednesday, July 22-Prom-8-11 PM, Location TBA (survey will be provided)
Thursday, July 23-Baccalaureate-7 PM, Location TBA (survey will be provided)
Friday, July 24-Graduation Practice-9:30-11AM, Graduation-7 PM, Jackson College Potter Center
Tuesday and Thursday are the Brooklyn Area Food Bank grocery days from 10 am to 2 pm! Drive up to the rear of Angel's Flowers and ReMax Realty at 131 N. Main in Brooklyn to get your items. Bring an ID and a piece of mail with your address and name on it.
Tips for Seniors as they review their decision to attend a particular college or university. https://www.usnews.com/education/best-colleges/slideshows/10-tips-to-make-your-final-college-choice?utm_source=usn_tw
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βLISTENING...
1. Expresses interest.
2. Shows respect.
3. Acknowledges worth.
4. Encourages hearts.
5. Builds trust.
6. Improves teamwork.
7. Advances effectiveness.β - Dan Rockwell
bit.ly/2LY5ydG
#leadership
#LFreakpost
Columbia Central Senior Anna Hosmer is highlighted in this article! https://trib.al/BR1qTGY
Apply today for the Columbia Cash Bash and Athletic Booster Scholarship! https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1igyMyPAdE4KN143Bmh1kLDh7U9rNyt_0EJTxXC4GCNc/edit?ts=5e8f4454
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Your teachers miss you every day! Please make a difference today!
Be the reason someone smiles.π
