Staff and students are invited to join together by wearing orange to school tomorrow for Unity Day. π§‘
No School for Students on Monday, October 19th. Teachers will be participating in Professional Development. Enjoy the long weekend! π
Looking for the perfect gift or stocking stuffer for your Golden Eagle? Check out the CUES Spirit Gear Sale and show your Eagle spirit! Order forms will be sent home today and are due back by October 26th. ππ #cuesproud
Parents are invited to schedule a Zoom Conference w/ teachers. Conferences will be held on Nov. 4th & 5th from 4-7 p.m. More information will be sent home w/ In-Person learners by Monday. Mr. Williams sent an email to our Virtual families. We look forward to connecting w/ you!
Picture Day will be held on Wed, Oct 14th. Forms were sent home w/ In-Person students and virtual families were sent an email. Copies are also available curbside from the CUES office. Our Virtual students are invited to get their picture taken anytime b/t 10-11:30 a.m. .
Wednesday, October 7th is Count Day! We look forward to seeing our Golden Eagles bright and early tomorrow. Thank you! #attendancematters
Happy #WorldTeachersDay to the best staff around! A thank you is hardly enough to express our gratitude for your tireless commitment to inspiring our students, for transforming education, and for supporting our children each and everyday. You are all amazing! #cuesproud #
Check out the October Edition of the Eagle Soar! https://www.smore.com/v320n7-eagle-soar
Spirit Week begins next Monday, September 28th! ππππ #cuesproud #itsagreatdaytobeagoldeneagle
6th Grade Band Parents & Students: we wanted to remind you that starting tomorrow band students will meet in the CUES Band Room for all classes moving forward (Monday, Weds, and Fridays). Students do not get off the bus at the high school. Mr. Akers will see you tomorrow bright and early in the CUES Band Room!
Itβs our favorite day of the week tomorrow, π and π day! Both In Person and Virtual learners are invited to show their school spirit for a chance to win an eagle ticket! π¦
#cuesproud
Check out the September Edition of the CUES Eagle Soar newsletter:
https://www.smore.com/d1vpz-eagle-soar
Staff and students are invited and encouraged to wear patriotic colors on Friday, September 11th. β€οΈπ #cuesproud
All students at CES & CUES have school on Wednesdays, including tomorrow, Sept. 9. CCJH/HS students learn from home on Wednesdays.
We are in need of and accepting donations of new playground equipment for individual classrooms including footballs, soccer balls, and playground balls. Thank you in advance for your generosity! β½οΈππ#cuesproud
Reminder: Columbia School District meal pickup for virtual learners is tomorrow from 10 to 11 right in front of the high school office. This is for all distance learners Pk through 12th grade.
Students at CES and CUES have school on Wednesdays! School is in session tomorrow, September 2nd. Thank you!
Four full days of school this week! When you get backpacks ready tonight, please remember that students need these things every day...
Clean Face Mask (and an extra)
Yellow Folder
Full Water Bottle
Snack
ππ #cuesproud
As a reminder, the school building does not open until 7:45a.m. Students must remain in their car on the bus prior to that time. Supervision is not available before 7:45 a.m. Thank you!
We appreciate your patience and support as we have worked to make improvements to our COVID-19 drop-off and pick-up procedures. These changes are effective immediately.
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1CfAecienILMRY3WO_UCnq0qW0rR80GVtnNTxS4o_gwA/edit?usp=sharing
Thank you for your support and patience as we work to make improvements to our pick-up procedures! π More information will be sent soon. #cuesproud
Tonight the Columbia School Board considered a suggestion from the administration to join some other districts in Jackson County by attending school for half days this week. The superintendent and a representative of the Columbia Education Association, agreed to alter the school calendar by scheduling half days on Thursday and Friday, in addition to our traditional Wednesday half day. Not only will this address the affects of the heat on children wearing masks while riding busses, it will give our teachers an opportunity to review and reflect their first days of school.
Students will eat in the cafeteria wirh their classmates. They will remain with their cohort class and be safely distanced from students in other classrooms. Meals will be delivered to each table. π
https://youtu.be/5UMqDulUUqY
Due to COVID-19 restrictions, things have changed since the publication of the Torchbearer went to print back in June. Our 3rd Grade Open House will be held on Tuesday, August 25th from 5-7 pm as noted in the flyer below. We apologize for the miscommunication! #cuesproud
Due to COVID-19 restrictions, things have changed since the publication of the Torchbearer went to print back in June. Our 4th-6th Grade Virtual Open House will be held on Tuesday, August 25th from 5-7 pm as noted in the flyer below. We apologize for the miscommunication!
We are committed to ensuring staff and student safety!
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1NiYOUsI7r2jrG3D9QELkT2xywtv9Sc_q/view?usp=sharing
CUES is in need of 4 wagons. Please contact the office at (517) 592-2181 if you have one that you are willing to donate to our school.
#maskupcues! π€
Staff and students will wear masks throughout the school day and while on the bus. Masks may only be be removed while eating, drinking or during outdoor recess.
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!
Teacher Welcome Letters, Open House information and Classroom Supply Lists will be emailed to parents this afternoon! #cuesproud
Our 4th-6th grade students are invited to attend a Virtual Open House Flipgrid event on Tuesday, August 25th. The links will be posted at 5 pm that evening. See you soon! #cuesproud
Students who choose the Learning At Home option may continue to purchase breakfast and lunch through the Columbia Food Service Department. Meal pick up will be in font of Columbia Central Jr./Sr. High School every Wednesday from 10 to 11 AM. Families need to call/or email lindsay.kandell@myeagles.org to pre-order the meals for the week.
Free and Reduced will apply
Breakfast--$2.20 + tax
Lunch-$3.75 + tax
Milk-$.050
Please complete the survey using the link provided below to make a choice between In Person Learning and Virtual Learning. We are asking families to choose by midnight on August 16.
https://forms.gle/ZqtcrhBig7mPXUYM6
Please click on the link below for detailed information regarding the CUES Return to Learn Plan options for both In Person and Virtual Learning.
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1YAEHt6IZxBWcYOVe61PwZq257jA-ZmAfnF6WshkidfU/edit?usp=sharing
We are pleased to announce that Mr. Nate Williams will be our CUES Virtual Teacher for the 2020-2021 school year. Mr. Williams is a strong and passionate leader, and I am confident that he will work tirelessly to ensure the success of our students and collaborate with the grade-level teachers.
Families are invited to click the link provided below to learn more about the Virtual Learning option for students.
Accelerate Learning Management System
https://lms.gennet.us/
Username: testoberv@geneseeisd.org
Password: welcome20
Once in the Dashboard, it is recommended that you click on a box to choose a class, such as Language Arts 3A or Math 5A, where you will find a list of resources and modules to explore.
Families will soon be asked to complete a survey to make a choice between In Person Learning and Virtual Learning. Both options will provide our students with equitable opportunities for learning to support their continued growth. We are asking families to choose either In Person Learning or Virtual Learning by midnight on August 17.
Lead by Ms. Jackie Wing, students enrolled in the Leadership Camp painted rocks and boulders to hide throughout the community. Check out these highlights! #cuesrocks #cuesproud
Tomorrow is our final day of school for the 2019-2020 year. We made it! Let's celebrate together at 10:30 a.m. with one final virtual Blue & Gold Jammie Pack Friday Dance Party with the Principal! All students and staff invited to show their spirit and wear school colors.
We had so much fun celebrating the 6th grade students today! ππ #cuesproud #awards #virtualassembly #itsagrreardaytobeagoldeneagle
Please welcome the newest member of our CUES family! Owen Benjemin Gilsdorf arrived on 06/03/2020 at 7:32a.m. 9lbs 13oz, and 22 and 1/2 inches long. Mrs. Gilsdorf and baby are both healthy and well! Congratulations to them! ππππππ #cuesproud
Big day tomorrow! Canβt wait to see you between 9am-noon for curbside belonging pick up! This is also a great time to return your library books! ππ
Families are invited to join us on Monday, June 1st, to wave goodbye to their teacher, drop off library and teacher books, grab lunch and pick up their personal belongings. We miss all of our students so much, and we look forward to seeing you then! π #cuesproud
Check out this weekβs video announcements!
https://youtu.be/qhZRq7StTZg
Join us for Curbside Lunch and Belonging Pick Up on June 1st! Say goodbye to your teacher, too! https://drive.google.com/file/d/1wziishkNwHNbAKCGB8__XZPv7FwLDKyZ/view?usp=sharing
Check out this Week's Food Fun Edition of the CES & CUES 6 Tips!
https://docs.google.com/document/d/12WnU_7_SnugIFTKjvfw070umoGNlr7ACKqw8VoGkIto/edit?usp=sharing
So many of our students earned Certificates of Achievement!. We are so proud of all for their efforts and academic success! π#cuesproud
Columbia Community Chalk Walk!
Who needs a little break from their routines? Turn your focus and creative energy to the first ever, Columbia Community Chalk Walk!
Using chalk or other ways to create a sign, write an exercise activity at the end of your driveway so the people passing by can JAZZ up their walk. Remember to be safe and if you live on a busy road, travel to a nearby neighborhood to see what fun they've created for you. Ideas include standard exercises like jumps, hops, stretches and the number they should complete, for instance 5 jumping jacks. You can also create a different type of movement like hopscotch boards, mazes, dance moves, obstacle courses spins and swirls! Let your imagination soar!
Chalk your walk on Thursday and Friday of this week so we have this glorious weekend to enjoy. We encourage you to keep it going all summer long. Everyone enjoys a good walk in the fresh air with our awesome Columbia Community!
1/2 Thanks to the Jackson Community Foundation's generous grant, 4th grade students were able to research severe weather topics. Thanks, @jacksoncommunityfou
Announcements for the Week of May 18th, 2020 ππ #cuesproud
https://youtu.be/owZRdyw_lfw
Check out this Week's Writing Edition of the CUES 6 Tips! https://docs.google.com/document/d/14zWTaIPtI5pLYz8ZBz-fDDK2kt79TDA_9aO_8oCNteg/edit?usp=sharing
Check out the wealth of family fitness and nutrition information provided free of charge courtesy of Project Healthy Schools!
https://sites.google.com/umich.edu/phsresources/home
Curbside Packet Pick Up will be held from 4:30-6 pm today! Please plan to return library and teacher bucks during this time. π #cuesproud
Curbside Packet and Lunch Pickup begins at 9 am! Please plan to return library and teacher books during this time!
Reminder: Curbside Pick Up for Packets and lunch will be held tomorrow between 9-11 am! Packets have been printed for ALL students! See you then!
Announcements for Week of May 11th, 2020 ππ #cuesproud
https://youtu.be/mnouJ5j3vAU
Happy Motherβs Day to all the movers & shakers, the teachers and difference makers in our CUES family. You are an inspiration. π#cuesproud
Check out this Week's CUES 6 Tips: Dates to Remember Edition!
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1E7WoaHRmjun7koXdNi2iGX1v50fpi0-MbbH8BlQ6QAs/edit?usp=sharing
Pets on Paradeβ today! Mrs. V's dog Freya popped in to say hello! Post pictures/videos of your pets with the hashtag #cuesproud!
Parents are invited and encouraged to curbside pickup for learning packets on May 13th! ππ #cuesproud
Decision Day Wednesday: Honor the 2020 Seniors by wearing your favorite College, Military or Career Apparel! Use the hashtag #cuesproud and tag us in your photos! ππ
Students are invited to send an email or write a post showing appreciation for their terrific teacher! π #cuesproud #givelovetoteachers #beststaffever
Check out this weekβs CUES Announcements!
https://youtu.be/QamjOdsFu7k
All staff, students and parents are invited to join us for a Virtual Spirit Week between May 4th-8th! So excited! #cuesproud
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1-NfWd78tQdQq2kMWORzVPt1ip73_caOHeHRXLkZdHRI/edit?usp=sharing
When you have a moment, please check out this week's CUES Attitude of Gratitude Quick 6 Tips for parents:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1R_7IrnKwprTGlLmYgpb_HQJ7F-PCk28CoFiXCaCaxzM/edit?usp=sharing
Mrs. V is inviting all our friends to join her for a virtual "Jammie Pack Friday" dance party tomorrow at 10:30 am. Students are invited to wear blue & gold.
Check your email for more information!
https://www.facebook.com/CUESGOEAGLES/videos/174568717108938/
Check out this Wellness Wednesday tip from Mrs. Schatzle:
Drink Eight 8 oz. glasses of water a day. You can use a water bottle that is marked to help ensure you are drinking your daily amount of water. Check out her Google Classroom site for more tips and resources!
Check out this weekβs announcements!
https://youtu.be/e5Mb1yc03dg
Check out this Week's Quick 6 Tips for Parents:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1LkttF7toqo7MsZI3xYDdwlB2DF_TDDnYXNAeajopLyU/edit?usp=sharing
A Message from Staff to our Beloved Students! ππ #cuesproud
https://youtu.be/qNVx5Fl3ZmA
Shout out to all our CUES teachers and parents rocking out this homeschooling gig! #cuesproud #allinthistogether
Earth Day is LIVE! Hear from speakers like Bill Nye, take the Earth Challenge, and check out our digital events: https://earthday.team/day
Thank you Mrs. Hunter for all you do for the students and staff members at Columbia Upper Elementary!
Earth Day is going LIVE tomorrow w/ performances & calls to action from a star-studded lineup! Learn more: https://earthday.team/live
Thank you to Columbia's secret power: Our wonderful administrative professionals and secretaries! Mrs. Cook @ Admin, Mrs. Prendel and Mrs. Russell@ CCHS, Mrs. Hunter @CUES, Mrs. Ladd @ CES, Mrs. Hannewald@COHS, Mrs. Hall @CCJHS, Ms Lundberg @ Transportation!
Weekly Announcements for Monday, April 20th ππ#cuesproud
https://youtu.be/M7Rs--qh9JA
Wow! Our CUES family rocked this week of online learning! When you have a moment, please check out this week's CUES Quick 6 Tips for parents. Please click on the link here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1OQdfze5aBR17ciiHe7-dpcXK5ad9wmDHjaFqmTrfxmg/edit?usp=sharing
Mrs. Dickens and crew is challenging all of our CUES families to get outside and build a snowman today! Who thinks they can top their creation? βοΈππβοΈ#cuesproud
Columbia Central will join schools across the nation every Friday at 20:20 (8:20 p.m.) by lighting up the football stadium in honor of the Class of 2020!
If you stop by to take a photo, no parking or standing out of your vehicle. #Bethelight, #Classof2020, #GoGoldenEagles
βNo one person can replace the full βschool experience.ββ Your CUES family is here to help, every step of the way. ππ #cuesproud
Afternoon Announcements for the Week of April 13th, 2020. ππ #cuesproud #itsagreatdaytobeagoldeneagle
https://youtu.be/BJQDYKnAKpg
Check out the newly created Columbia School District COVID-19 for Resources and Updates. We're in this together! #cuesproud #itsagreatdaytobeagoldeneagle
https://www.myeagles.org/o/columbia-school-β¦/β¦/covid-19--117
More than 700 students logged into their iReady account last week! Great job Columbia students! For additional learning resources for CUES students check out this link! https://docs.google.com/document/d/1naF0P5j4G0-p77qlPd04aL3xhBbiyi59xvZwiWDIlPg/edit
The Brooklyn Area Food Bank is available to anyone from the surounding area today and Thursday from 10 am to 2 pm behind ReMax and Angel's Flowers at 131 N. Main Street in Brooklyn. Bring an id and a piece of mail with your name and address.
Today is Crazy Sock day! Tag us in your photos! #socialdistancingspiritweek #cuesproud
Bagged lunches will be available at CES from 10am-12pm today. Thank you to all the generous volunteers that made this possible!
On Wednesday, March 18, Columbia Food Service will have breakfast and lunch bags between 9 am and 11 am at Columbia Elementary. On Thursday, March 19. Columbia Community members will have lunches at Columbia Elementary between 10 am and 12 noon. Lunch is for youth 18 and under.
Scholastic has a special edition of their e-learning regarding the corona virus. Scroll down to choose the best grade range for your child! https://classroommagazines.scholastic.com/support/coronavirus.html?eml=TSO/e/20200317////20Q4TSO_CrnvsFrRscs/ADMIN//////&mi_u=636659233////////&ET_CID=20200317_TSO_LearnAtHome_ADMIN_RET_28381&ET_RID=1131039902
Families and caregivers can help their children learn at home with the free resources on the Scholastic site! https://classroommagazines.scholastic.com/content/dam/classroom-magazines/magazines/support/scholastic-at-home/LAH-letter-families_rev.pdf
Columbia will furnish breakfast and lunch in a bag for all Columbia students and any community member 18 and under from 9 am to 11 am at Columbia Elementary School on Monday, March 16th, Wednesday, March 18th, Friday, March 20th, Monday, March 23rd, and Wednesday, March 25th.
Check out this list of educational resources for families:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1naF0P5j4G0-p77qlPd04aL3xhBbiyi59xvZwiWDIlPg/edit?usp=sharing
Check out these tips to cope with feelings of anxiety surrounding the Coronavirus. #wewillgetthroughthistogether
In following the recommendations from Governor Whitmer, the Michigan Department of Education and the Jackson County Health Department, the PTO sponsored Daddy/Daughter Dance will not be held this Saturday, March 14th. This event will be rescheduled. Date; TBA.
Columbia Youth Spring Soccer ages 4 - 13 is only $30 if you register today, but will go up to $40 after tomorrow. Registration link can be found online at www.myeagles.org or on the Columbia Youth Soccer facebook page. Questions? Call Courtney Toteff at Columbia Fitness Center.
Check out the March Edition of the Eagle Soar!
https://www.smore.com/7r28g-eagle-soar
Due to the recent snow days, the 2nd trimester will now end on Wednesday, March 4th. Report cards will be sent home with students on Friday, March 6th. Thank you for your support!
Columbia School District is closed for tomorrow, Thursday, February 27th due to icy π₯Ά back roads and π§βοΈβοΈ inclement weather.πππ¦
We are closed today, Wednesday, February 26th due to inclement weather and icy back roads.π§βοΈπ₯ΆβοΈ
Wednesday, February 12th is Count Day! Count information is critical to districts, as the state calculates aid on a per-pupil basis.Please ensure students arrive on time tomorrow! Thank you for your support!
Mrs. Krista Schatzle, along with fellow district counselors Storm Caryl, Ashley Phelps and Wendy Diefenthaler, were honored with the Superintendentβs Award of Excellence at this eveningβs Board of Education Meeting. We are so proud of her, and cannot thank her enough for her remarkable dedication and commitment to all of our students! #cuesproud
Please join us for our Theater Clubβs Final Performance tomorrow evening beginning at 6 pm in the CUES gymnasium. With 38 students involved, it is bound to be fantastic! Hope to see you there!
Check out the February edition of the Eagle Soar!
https://www.smore.com/q04e5-eagle-soar
We are closed today, Friday, February 7th due to inclement weather and icy back roads.π§βοΈπ₯ΆβοΈ
Due to inclement weather and slick road conditions Columbia School District is closed today, Thursday, February 6th. Child care is open.
Parents are encouraged to join us for the 5th and 6th grade Spelling Bee beginning at 1:30 pm in the CUES gymnasium on Wednesday. π#cuesworkhard #cuesproud
Mrs. Caryl's class created Valentines For Vets at the Countryside Living Center in Jackson! #mondaymotivation #cuesproud
February 22: Save the Date!! More than $17,000 was raised last year for senior scholarships and mini grants for classrooms and programs at Columbia! Get your ticket for the Cash Bash from your school office or the Administration office.
Register for youth soccer, baseball or softball:
https://www.myeagles.org/youth-sports--17?fbclid=IwAR1Th3itp_vd2O_By2QirwY_1Jfkxwdn6gh444TTXNNoB0DUmlPh6KoTwRY
Registration for the Golden Eagle Baseball and Softball club has begun. To register for t-ball through 14U baseball or softball please go to the GEBSC Facebook page or on-site registration tonight, January 30th from 6 to 8 pm at Columbia Upper Elementary. See you there!
Wow! Did you know that 38 students are participating in our After-School Theater Club?! Check out these awesome highlights! ππ¨ #cueproud
Winterfest is coming soon on February 21st! Get your winter homecoming gear now! Order forms are due to the CCHS school office by January 29th. T-shirts, long sleeve t-shirts and sweatshirts are on sale.
Join for bowling, games, and prizes at Brooklyn Lanes, Friday, January 24 from 7-10 p.m. to support the Columbia Central Robotics team. Only $20 / person includes bowling, all-you-can-eat pizza and shoe rental. Contact Chris Holbert 602-819-3074 chrisholbert@outlook.com
Students at CUES have an opportunity to start their day off En Pointe with a βMindfulness Mondayβ exercise. Thank you to our counselor, Mrs. Schatzle, for leading this each week! ππ #cuesproud
Congratulations to our Academic Games team on their 5th place finish at the home tournament on Saturday! 13 teams attended the meet. #cuesproud
Check out the January edition of the Eagle Soar!
https://www.smore.com/u0fsw-eagle-soar
Did you know that some students meet 3-4 times each week with our Reading Interventionist, Mrs. Cripe, to develop literacy strategies?
Check out the Cripe's Corner newsletter for more: https://www.smore.com/qajdc-cripe-s-corner-literacy-news?ref=email-content#w-0031711132
Friday, December 20th is a pajama day and a half day of school. Dismissal is at 11:20.
Friday, December 20th is pajama day and a half day of school. Dismissal is at 11:20 am. Thank you!
Please join us for the 2nd Grade Musical this evening at 6 pm in the CUES gymnasium! You donβt want to miss this spectacular performance!
CES & CUES will be participating in Spirit Week between 12/16 and 12/20! βοΈβοΈ
We had an extra special day at CUES! Thank you so much to our food service department, Lindsay Kandell, Tina Marquart, Ashley Weber and Pinky, for providing a spectacular holiday dinner free to all students and staff. Thank you to our wonderful staff for serving the feast!
This Thursday is Ugly Sweater Day at CUES! Students are invited to wear festive clothing in red and green (even if it's not a sweater)! There will also be a special holiday luncheon--free for everyone.
Check out the December edition of the Eagle Soar!
https://www.smore.com/n8f64-eagle-soar
Looking forward to seeing all of our Columbia friends tomorrow night! Time with Santa, Crafts, Book Bingo & last minute Santa Shop shopping! The fun starts at 5:30 at CUES. β€οΈππ
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Why not turn your favorite photos into personalized gifts, photo books, or home decor and help raise funds for CUES?! Shop at Shutterfly and 8% of your purchase will be donated to our school. Thank you for your support!
http://cues.shutterflystorefront.com/
Itβs a great time to be a Golden Eagle and Mr. Marc Iottβs physical education class makes it even better! Every year, our students look forward to playing βChristmas Bowlingβ with him. π³π#cuesproud #loveforiott
Congratulations Columbia School District for earning The US EPA Energy Star Certification, reflecting a legacy of energy savings for the district and community! This certification is a result of improving the energy efficiency through the bond projects and installing LED lights.
Columbia School District has a caring environment and fabulous teachers to nurture your child. Check us out at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6Hbcr8sNeAI
www.myeagles.org
Do you know someone who is home-schooled and is in need of online academics or a child who needs to complete their school work from the comfort of their home? Check out the Columbia Virtual Academy through Options High School. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1Cv2bIF9tA4
Beautifully renovated classrooms and updated technology have benefited our students! Columbia School District is proud to have a supportive community! https://vimeo.com/134944418
Columbia moms and dads: Be sure and stop by CES this morning for coffee and donuts π© at 8 am with the Brooklyn Area Kiwanis and learn about the great activities they sponsor for our students and the community!πππ¦
The PTO has a need to fill spots for the Secret Santa Shop this week. Please consider volunteering. Thank you!
Please sign up by using this link:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/9040D4DAAAE22A4FD0-santa
No school for students between Wednesday, November 27th and Friday, the 29th. School will resume on Monday, December 2nd. Have a safe and enjoyable Thanksgiving! π¦ππ
βBeing kind is coolβ. βEach person matters a lotβ. βDifferent can be good.β These are just few of the great messages our Kindness Adventure Assembly provides our students today! οΏΌ#cuesproud
We are excited to welcome a school-wide assembly called NEDβs Kindness Adventure on Wednesday, November 20th at 1:30 pm.
Report Cards were sent home with students today! #cuesproud
Join us!
Itβs that time of year again! β° Time to consider signing up to work a shift or two at our annual Santa Holiday Shop! Dec. 2nd-6th the two shifts are 8-11:30 am or 11:30 am- 3 pm.π
π» Once again we are using the Penguin Patch to help your kiddies shop for all their families members & friends. β€οΈπ BUT this is simply not possible without the help from parents, grandparents & other friends & relatives. π₯°
If possible please sign up to work a shift and please share this post with others. π If you have flexibility in your schedule please contact Amy Dickerson directly so she can also move you to where you are most needed 517-937-3410.
Thanks- Columbia Elementary PTO! ππ
Our Academic Games Team finished 3rd in Team Average at Carver in Detroit on Saturday! #cuesproud
Picture Retakes have been rescheduled for Tuesday, November 19th at 8:30 am.
Today is the day! Please join The Columbia Elementary School PTO for Book Bingo tonight at CES! Doors will open at 6 and gameplay will begin at 6:30. Concessions will be available and the book fair will be open.Each student will leave with at least one book! πππ
The PTO Charleston Wrap Fundraiser pickup will be available in the CES lobby until 6 pm this evening.
The Columbia Elementary School PTO is putting on Book Bingo this Friday evening at CES. All preschool- 6th grade students are invited to attend & join in the fun! Doors open at 6 and gameplay will begin at 6:30. Concessions will be available and the book fair will be open.
Picture Retakes will be rescheduled. Parents will be informed as soon as a date is finalized with Lifetouch.
Tomorrow is World Kindness Day - why not use the day off to write a handwritten letter to someone? Could be a friend, family member, neighbor, or even a stranger (like someone serving in the military or a person in the hospital). #WorldKindnessDay
Due to inclement weather βοΈβοΈ and π₯Ά icy roads Columbia School District is closed today, Tuesday, November 12th. Childcare is open. πππ¦
If your child is riding a bus home, (s)he will be late. They were not able to leave CES/CUES until 3:10. Be safe out there!
Columbia School District is canceling all afterschool activities, games and practices for this evening due to the inclement weather. The fitness center is also closed this evening. βοΈππ¦
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Check out the November edition of the Eagle Soar!
https://www.smore.com/a6hdg-eagle-soar
Reminder: Friday, November 1st is a half day of school. Dismissal is at 11:20 am tomorrow. Thank you!
Just over 2 hours remain until our annual Trunk or Treat begins! The event will be held at CCHS from 3-5 pm. Canβt wait to see you there! π
We hope you join us on Sunday, Oct. 27th for TRUNK OR TREAT @Columbia High School parking lot from 3:00-5:00 p.m.
The Punt, Pass and Kick event scheduled for this evening has been cancelled. Thank you for your support!
Reminder: No School for Students on Monday, October 21st. Teachers have professional development.
You may save a life through a tip to OKAY2SAY: https://ok2say.state.mi.us/
Trunk or Treat!! Sunday, October 27th!!
Join in the fun at the Annual Kiwanis Craft Show at Columbia Upper Elementary on October 26th!
Update to the School Calendar: Friday, November 1st and Thursday, March 26th are both half days of school. Dismissal is at 11:20 am. Thank you for your support! #cuesproud
Picture Day is October 9th! There are only a few days left to order on mylifetouch.com before Picture Day. Please submit your order before Wednesday, October 9.
Picture Day ID: LM459076Y0
Check out the October edition of the Eagle Soar!
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Tomorrow is COUNT DAY! Please ensure students arrive on time. β°Thank you! Also, Spirit Week continues with Favorite Sports Team Day! πβ½οΈ
Reminder: Bike/Walk to School Day has been moved to Friday. See you there!
πSpirit Week: Tomorrow is Pajama Day! We are looking forward to seeing everyone in their pajamas! #cuesproud
πSpirit Week begins tomorrow with Mismatched Day! ππππ#cuesproud
Columbia Youth Fundamentals Basketball league:
https://forms.gle/yMcG5VMjxbPrrxtQ6
Registration paperwork for Parent/Teacher Conferences has been sent home. Please register by Friday, the 27th. Conferences will be held both October 9 and 10 between 4-7 pm. We look forward to partnering with you!
This is a gentle reminder regarding the concern about mosquitoes that we are hearing in the news. If you will be attending evening athletic events, please take proper precautions to protect your self. You may want to wear long sleeved shirts, long pants and bug spray. Thank you for being a Golden Eagle! π¦
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Please encourage your kiddo to check the Lost and Found in the cafeteria! It is already overflowing!
Don't forget to order your Spiritwear by Monday! Proceeds will go to Social Emotional Learning. Items will be delivered by Homecoming on 10/4.
https://stores.inksoft.com/columbia_central_spirit_wear/shop/home?fbclid=IwAR2_8xjitnnDu9XinRuqcKUB-hZq9r1b17hIHgx7_nqMmFV0Q3WYE7GKwXg
Strategies that Help Readers Take Charge! So proud of our many educators for attending this awesome Mindsets & Moves training today! #gravitygoldberg #cuesproud #literacygains
Check out this month's edition of the Eagle Soar!
https://www.smore.com/vyhpb-eagle-soar
Get your CC Gear in time for Homecoming on October 4th! Orders must be placed by September 16th. Happy shopping! Click on the link below to customize your shirt.
https://beta.inksoft.com/columbia_central_spirit_wear/β¦/home
Reminder: No School on Friday, August 30th or Monday, September 2nd. School will resume on Tuesday, September 3rd. Have a safe and enjoyable weekend!
Flyers were sent home for the annual Youth Cheerleading Clinic and our Little Eagles cheerleading program, grades K-6th! Forms are also available in the office or in the documents section of the website.
A parent meeting for the Robotics Team Formation will be held tonight at 6:00 pm at CUES. Thank you!
What an amazing evening it was! Thank you to all of our parents, business owners, community members and beloved staff members for making this such a wonderful kick-off for the 2019-2020 school year! We loved the support from k105.3, also! π#cuesproud #backtoschoolopenhouse
Good Afternoon,
We can't wait to see all our students and families at the Back to School Open House on Monday, August 19th!
Check out the August edition of the Eagle Soar:
https://www.smore.com/n205p-eagle-soar
Cheers!
Check out this link for Grade-Level Back-to-School Supply Lists for the 2019-2020 school year:
https://www.myeagles.org/o/columbia-upper-elementary
There have been significant changes to the bus routes this school year. Please click on the link for more information. https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/421553/Bus_Routes_2019-2020.pdf
This website offers opportunities to College students for discounts and scholarships! https://www.myunidays.com/US/en-US?sanredirect=1
Summer Camps are filling up! Register today! https://www.myeagles.org/article/107138?org=columbia-school-district
There will be a Red Cross Blood Drive on Tuesday, July 2, 2019 from 12 pm - 5:45 pm at Columbia Central High School. Free Cedar Point tickets and t-shirts available to those who donate (while supplies last) Schedule your appointment at www.redcrossblood.org
Columbia Summer Camp Programs are filling up! Make sure you register your child today!! https://www.myeagles.org/article/107138?org=columbia-school-district
Reminder: 6th grade Glow Dance is from 3-5 pm on Thursday! Please pick up students behind the school afterward. Thank you!
Columbia Summer Camp Programs are filling up! Make sure you register your child today!! https://www.myeagles.org/article/107138?org=columbia-school-district
There will be a mandatory meeting for current 6th - 11th grade boys basketball players and their parents at Columbia Central High School in the Cafeteria on June 3rd at 5:30 PM. We will discuss the summer schedule for the basketball camps. Thank you.
There was a crude oil spill in downtown Brooklyn today. The spill is contained with dirt and the Columbia Township Fire Department has contained the oil away from waterways. They assured us that there is no danger to people. Traffic is being rerouted around the downtown area.
Interested in supporting kids programs in the Brooklyn area and showing your pride in America? Join up with the Kiwanis Flag Program! https://www.brooklynkiwanismi.com/Page/33177
Register your child for one of the fabulous summer camps!! https://www.myeagles.org/article/107138?org=columbia-school-district
Today is Field Day for both CES and CUES! Donβt forget your sunscreen. πThank you so much to Mr. Iott and to all the volunteers for making this fun event possible! ππ #cuesproud
Check out this week's edition of the Eagle Soar:
https://www.smore.com/1ve23-eagle-soar
Please join us for the 5th and 6th Grade Band and Choir concert at 6:30 pm on Tuesday evening in the Columbia Central High School Auditorium. πΌ
Check out this week's edition of the Eagle Soar:
https://www.smore.com/ey9ur-eagle-soar
We would like to invite our community to the annual Hope Run being held on Friday, beginning at 8:30 AM, in the Columbia Central High School Gymnasium. The Hope Run is a fundraiser to support the American Cancer Society.
Check out this week's edition of the Eagle Soar!
https://www.smore.com/2kafm-eagle-soar
Reminder: No School on Friday, April 19th! Have a wonderful weekend! See you on Monday, April 22nd.
M-STEP testing begins for our 5th grade students on Tuesday morning. Please plan to arrive on time each day. We know that these students are going to excel, and we are excited for them to have the opportunity to highlight the greatness that is CUES! ππ #cuesproud #cuesworkhard
Check out this Week's Edition of the Eagle Soar!
https://www.smore.com/4v5xs-eagle-soar
Every Friday is Blue and Gold Day at CUES! ππ #cuesproud
Important Reminder: Thursday, March 28th is a Half Day of School. Dismissal is at 11:20 am.
Have a safe and wonderful Spring Break!
Congratulations to Aida Hallenbeck, pictures here representing the βBrooklyn Ballersβ Academic Games team. She received the Division II 3rd place trophy for the game of On Words at the awards ceremony today! #cuesproud
Check out this Week's Edition of the Eagle Soar!
https://www.smore.com/j9zc3-eagle-soar
Join us at CUES for the Final Theater Club Performance! The fun and excitement begins at 6 pm. We are so proud of these students and their director, Mrs. Gilsdorf! ππ#cuesproud
The Mlive Jackson Citizen Spelling Bee will be held this evening at the Western Community Arts Center at 6 pm. Wishing our top two candidates, Nevada Adams and Xavier Mayer, the very best of luck as they compete! #cuesproud
Please join us for the CUES Talent Show at CES on Tuesday at 6 pm!
1st Track practice tomorrow for our 6th grade students! Bring permission slip, updated physical forms, and warm clothes! Meet at the track, be ready to work! πͺ
Spring Picture Day is on May 21st! If your Eagle was erroneously given a picture form for Knox Doss Middle School, please have your child stop by the office for a new handout. Thank you!
Our teachers amaze me each and every day! Shout out to 3rd grade teacher, Mrs. Pfister, for the positive messaging! ππ #cuesproud #believe
Our 6th grade students had an opportunity to collaborate and build a salad in class today. Be sure to check out the Exponent next week for more information! #cuesproud #projecthealthyschools #uofmgrantopportunity
Due to unforeseen illness, the Final Theater Performance scheduled for Wednesday at 6 pm has been canceled and may be rescheduled for another time. Thank you for your support and understanding.,
Wear sweats to school on Tuesday and crazy socks on Wednesday! #marchisreadingfun
Reminder: the new calendar for Columbia School District includes school on Monday, March 11. Please join us for a great day at Columbia! ππ
Check out this Week's Edition of the Eagle Soar:
https://www.smore.com/xqr2u-eagle-soar
Slip into reading with slippers and pjs on Thursday! π #marchisreading
Report Cards were sent home with students today. π
Dress like a Referee at CUES and wear black and white on Wednesday. π#marchisreadingfun
Day 1 of March is Reading Month is off to a great start with stacks of books and our βMarch Madness Book Bracketsβ! π#cuesproud
Be a Reading βJEAN-iousβ and wear jeans to school tomorrow! π#marchisreadingmonth #cuesproud
Join Mrs. VanWagnen today at 2:30 pm for a Facebook LIVE Read-Aloud to Kick-off March is Reading Month!! π #cuesproud
Join Mrs. VanWagnen at 2:30 pm on Sunday, March 3rd, to enjoy a Facebook LIVE Read-Aloud! ππ #marchisreadingmonth #welovebooks
We will be having a Sixth Grade Kimball Camp Parent Meeting today, Wednesday, February 27th from 6-7 pm in the Columbia Upper Elementary School library. We will provide valuable information about the upcoming sixth grade Kimball Camp trip. We look forward to seeing our sixth grade parents.
Have a nice day!
A Parent Meeting regarding Kimball Camp will be held this evening at 6 pm in the CUES library. See you there!
Many our our 4th grade friends will be taking the NAEP assessment tomorrow. Please ensure these students get a good night of rest and arrive to school on time. Thank you for your support!
In an effort to make up for days where we missed practice, Mrs. Gilsdorf would like Theater Club students to meet an additional day to include club meetings on Tuesday, February 26th and Tuesday March 4th at our normal time 3:00-4:30. See you there!
Check out this Week's Edition of the Eagle Soar!
https://www.smore.com/jtquy-eagle-soar
The February Student of the Month Ceremony has been rescheduled for 10:45 am next Thursday, the 28th.
Please join us for the PTO meeting this evening, beginning at 6 pm, in the CES Library. Thank you!
Congratulations to our 6th Grade Spelling Bee Champion, Xavier Mayer, and Runner-Up, Austin Godfrey, and to our 5th Grade Champion, Nevada Adams and Runner-Up, Catherine Goings!
We are so proud of each and every participant! #cuesproud
Please join us for the 5th and 6th Grade Spelling Bee Assembly at 1:15 pm on Monday, February 4th in the CUES gymnasium! #cuesproud
Spirit Week continues on Friday with ALL OUT Blue and Gold Day! Itβs a GREAT day to be a Golden Eagle! ππ #cuesproud
The CUES Student of the Month Ceremony planned for today has been rescheduled for next Thursday, January 31st, at 10:45 am. Congratulations to all the nominees!
Check out this week's edition of the Eagle Soar:
https://www.smore.com/3g5uj-eagle-soar
Spirit Week continues on Thursday! Wear your favorite sports team gear for a chance to earn an Eagle Ticket!
Join us for Warm Wednesday tomorrow! Wear sweaters, scarves or hats for a chance to earn an Eagle ticket!
Permission slips are due on Wednesday, January 23rd for those 5th and 6th grade students interested in joining the After School Theater Club! The permission slip is provided in the link below:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/17CPLAQAZ09oY1sGkSXBiICyUzzdcv-I-OBPUzR4-fo8/edit?usp=sharing
Please join us in remembering and honoring Martin Luther King, Jr. today.
No school for students on Monday, January 21st. Teachers will be participating in professional development. School resumes on Tuesday and we begin Spirit Week with WHITE OUT DAY at CUES and CES!
Congratulations to our Academic Games Team on earning 3rd place at Saturdayβs meet! Itβs a Great Day to be a Golden Eagle!
Check out this week's edition of the Eagle Soar!
https://www.smore.com/vexgb-eagle-soar
Tomorrow is Blue and Gold Day at CUES! Itβs a Great Day to be a Golden Eagle!
Earlier today we were notified that an employee, Mrs. O'Neil, has had her name used with a gmail email address requesting people to call her or purchase iTunes gift cards. All Columbia Employees use their MyEagles.org addresses for their professional emails. If you receive an email from what appears to be the personal email of one of our employees, please mark it spam, delete it and do not return the email.
We are expecting it to be extremely cold tomorrow! Please remember to pack warm coats, snow pants, boots, hats and gloves. Thank you!
Getting excellent items in for the Cash Bash silent auction! This is a Michael Fulmer autographed picture from the Detroit Tigers! Make sure you get your ticket for the fun on February 23rd before they are all gone!
Join us for the Columbia Community Fitness Center Open House tomorrow, Saturday, December 29th from 10 to noon! Prizes! Family activities! First 50 adults get a free T-Shirt!
Columbia Central Youth MyWay Wrestling Registration is open! Click here to register: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScv2NS8bg07vM118chnrNpXBR8zGC4gq0GBEZKgXYUVJmPvXg/viewform?vc=0&c=0&w=1
Wishing you the happiest of holidays from our CUES family to yours! We are so thankful for you all!π
Friday is a half day of a school. Dismissal is at 11:20. Students are invited to wear pajamas to school. Happy Holidays!
Students are invited to wear RED and GREEN tomorrow! Classroom parties will take place during the day and the CUES Holiday Sing-a-long Assembly will begin at 1:15 pm. β€οΈπ
.Join us a family fun event at the Columbia Community Fitness Center on Saturday, December 29th from 10 am to 12 noon. Win prizes, enjoy kidsβ activities, 15 minute classes, and snacks. The first 50 adults to arrive will receive a free t-shirt and two free weeks!
Don't miss the Band and Choir concert tonight for 5th and 6th graders! It's at 6:00 pm at CES. Their performance today was just GREAT! #cuesproud
Thank you so very much to each of the wonderful parents able to volunteer this morning during our Doug Scheer Assembly! Also, special thanks to the PTO for funding this opportunity. We are so grateful for your support! ππ
All students are invited to enjoy our free special holiday lunch tomorrow. Lunch will include turkey gravy, mashed potatoes, and a dessert. No other lunch options will be available tomorrow. Students are invited to wear festive attire, as well. Cheers! ππ
While at the Principalβs Annual #MEMSPA2018 Conference, Columbia won a Zoom Professional Development session with the amazing inspirational speaker and author of Culririze, Jimmy Casas! #inspiregreatness #culturize
Wishing our CUES Robotics Team the best of luck as they compete at CCHS in the First LEGO League Competition! Pop in at 11:30 am this morning to watch them compete! #cuesproud
Join us for the FIRST Robotics Competition held tomorrow at CCHS. Teams begin presentations at 8:30 AM and will last throughout the day.
Check out this week's edition of the Eagle Soar!
https://www.smore.com/w4t6z-eagle-soar
ATTENTION VOLUNTEERS!!
We are still in need of many volunteers for Secret Santa shop Dec 3 - Dec 7. Please fill out the volunteer form that came home last week and send it back, share with grandparents, aunts/uncles, etc. and they can post here or email CESPTO2@gmail.com
This Cyber Monday, do your regular Amazon shopping at smile.amazon.com/ch/38-6001837 and AmazonSmile donates to Columbia School District. Thank you for supporting education!
Due to the inclement weather βοΈβοΈColumbia School District will be closed today, Monday, November 26, 2018. βοΈβοΈπ¨
Spirit Wear order forms are due tomorrow! Lots of great holiday gift options are available. ππ Order online at https://columbiaschools.itemorder.com/sale
Thanks for your support! It is greatly appreciated.
Join our Columbia Robotics Team at their meet on December 1! If you can volunteer, check out this site: https://www.firstinspires.org/ways-to-help/volunteer/event-volunteers
Make sure you get a ticket to the Annual Golden Ticket Cash Bash! Purchase a ticket from your child's principal. https://pamcampbellssoup.blogspot.com/2018/11/the-cash-bash-is-coming.html
Register to help at the Robotics Competition on Dec. 1 at Columbia Central High School! https://www.firstinspires.org/ways-to-help/volunteer/event-volunteers
Please take a moment to fill out the parent survey. The results are confidential, and the feedback is used to make our school the best it can be! We are so thankful for our partnership with all of our CUES families!
Link to Survey:
https://goo.gl/xSMT1Y
Veteran's Day breakfast is at 9 am on Friday and the assembly begins at 9:30 am at CCHS. Students are encouraged to wear red, white, and blue.
The CUES Student Council is sponsoring its annual Holiday Food Drive to benefit the Brooklyn Food Pantry. Please consider donating any canned/boxed non-perishable food items through December 18th. Thank you!
Donβt forget to set your clocks back this evening! #fallback #daylightsavings
Flag Sponsorship paperwork is due on Friday, November 2nd. #VeteransDay
If you are interested in volunteering, attending classroom events, or being a chaperone on field trips at Columbia School District a Volunteer Release form must be completed prior to your participation. Volunteer Release forms are available in any district office.
Thank you so much to the Columbia Education Foundation for providing each of our teachers with a $100 grant to use in their classroom! #cuesproud #grateful
Columbia School District Trunk or Treat is today, Sunday, October 28th from 3 to 5 pm in the CCHS parking lot. If it rains we will move in to the Fitness Center gymnasium!
The playoff football game this evening vs. Quincy and the soccer regional final at Williamston are MHSAA events. Tickets cost $6 for ALL attendees. Go, Golden Eagles!
The Columbia School District Transportation Department is hiring substitute bus drivers. Columbia will pay for training. Bus route times: 6 to 8 am and 2:30 to 4:30 pm. Position pays $36 per route. Please call 5179374666 or 5175926449.
Every Friday is BLUE AND GOLD DAY at CUES! Go Golden Eagles! ππ
Trunk or Treat is October 28th from 3 to 5 pm in the Columbia Central High School south parking lot (by the tennis courts)! #ItsAGreatDayToBeAGoldenEagle
Columbia School District is proudly sponsoring a district-wide Veterans Day assembly on November 9th at 9:30 a.m. at Columbia Central High School. Please visit myeagles.org to download the registration form!
Reminder: the 3rd grade Mackinac Trip Parent Meeting will be held this evening at 6 pm in the CUES library!
Thank you in advance for your generosity!
Tomorrow is a half day of school. Dismissal is at 11:20. No school on Monday for teacher professional development. School will resume on Tuesday.
Donβt Forget: Wednesday is Picture Day!
Join us for Bike or Walk to School Day on Wednesday! Beginning at 7:30 am, students can be dropped off in the church parking lot at the corner of School Street. Staff will be available to assist students. Go, Eagles!
Tomorrow is BLUE AND GOLD DAY! Please join us for homecoming! The parade begins at 5 PM and the game at 7 PM. Go Golden Eagles! ππ
Spirit Week Continues with Wacky Wednesday! Wear your mismatched, backwards, colorful, and crazy stuff tomorrow!
Tomorrow is Count Day. Please ensure your child attends school and is on time. We appreciate your support!β #cuesnews
This is a reminder that the Charleston wrap fundraisers must be turned in on Tuesday, October 2nd. Any fundraiser turned in after that date is subject to not being filled. Thank you!
Spirit Week begins tomorrow with Pajama Day! Each day's theme is as follows:
Monday - Pajama Day
Tuesday - Class Color Day
3rd - Blue
4th - Red
5th - Green
6th - Black
Office and others - Yellow
Wednesday - Wacky Wednesday
Thursday - Hat Day
Friday - Blue and Gold Day
Show your Eagle Spirit for a Chance to win an Eagle Ticket! #cuesproud
Show your Eagle Spirit for a chance to earn an Eagle Ticket. Wear your Blue and Gold tomorrow! #cuesproud #goeagles
We have had a fantastic week at CUES! Please enjoy this week's edition of the Eagle Soar Newsletter:
https://www.smore.com/sh5an-eagle-soar
It's our favorite day of the week tomorrow- Blue and Gold Day! Show your Eagle Spirit for a chance to earn an Eagle Ticket. #cuesproud #goeagles
Columbia Upper Elementary Students and Teachers are the Best! #ItsAGreatDayToBeAGoldenEagle!
The Columbia School District will be closed on Thursday, 8/31 and Monday, 9/3 in observance of the Labor Day Holiday. Have a safe and fabulous holiday weekend! #cuesproud
Welcome back to Columbia Upper Elementary!
*WANTED* Ms. Hinkle is in need of newspaper/magazines, toilet paper rolls, and egg cartons! These items will be used for paper mache art projects.
Fill the Bus with school supplies!
Check out the Columbia tent at Childrenz Challenge!
Back to School Bash is 5:30 pm 7 pm!