Weekly update for Sept. 6, 2024
Dear CES friends and families:
It was wonderful seeing so many parents and caregivers last evening at our annual Back to School Night. I'd like to share a special shout out to all the staff that put in long hours to provide such a warm, welcoming, and informative evening for families. Parents, we are looking forward to partnering with you for another exciting school year here at the small school, with a big heart!
Please mark your calendars for next Tuesday, September 10th, as we will be having our annual School Picture Day! Remind your students to dress their best and smile for the cameras.
As you can see from many of the flyers below, we are excited this school year to be offering expanded After-School Clubs at Columbia. Please pay special attention to each club's description, requirements, and registration deadlines should you be interested in signing up your student(s).
Have a wonderful weekend!
Take care,
Mike Astudillo
Proud Principal
Columbia Elementary School
PTA News and Notes
Spirit Wear
Sprit wear sales continue through next Thursday, September 12th. There are some fun new options to choose from. You can shop HERE.
Fall Picnic
Join us for the annual fall picnic on the school playground September 19th from 6-8 PM. Bring your own picnic or concessions will be available. Additional details to come.
Together in Education/Harris Teeter Partnership
Together in Education is a program where Harris Teeter shoppers can link their account to Columbia Elementary School and the school will receive funds. You can link your card online HERE or visit the customer service counter at your local Harris Teeter and tell them that you would like to link your account. Columbia Elementary School’s code is 4295.
Join the PTA
We are excited about this school year and would like to invite you to join the PTA to become part of a collaborative community supporting events benefiting Columbia’s students, teachers and families. The PTA fundraises for school projects and provides volunteer support for beloved events such as BINGOween, the read-a-thon and other fun events throughout the year. You can join HERE and would love if you would consider sponsoring a teacher’s membership if you can.
We welcome questions, please let us know if you would like to get more involved by emailing columbiapta@gmail.com
PTA meetings will be the third Tuesday of each month and our first meeting will be September 17th at 7 PM in the library, a virtual option will be available for those unable to join in person closer to the date.
Key Dates
- PTA meeting at 7 PM (9/17)
- Fall picnic 6-8 PM (9/19)
- Family night out – Dominos (9/25)
Need help talking to your child about school safety?
The National Association of School Psychologists offers tips on developmentally appropriate ways to help your child feel safe and secure at school. See the link below for more information:
https://www.nasponline.org/resources-and-publications/resources-and-podcasts/school-safety-and-crisis/school-violence-resources/talking-to-children-about-violence-tips-for-families-and-educators
🐾Save the Date 🐾
Fall Picture Day
September 10
Three-Hour Early Release
September 16
PTA Meeting
September 17
PTA Event - Fall Picnic
September 19
Student Holiday (Rosh Hashanah)
October 3
Student Holiday (Indigenous Peoples' Day)
October 14
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