Weekly update for January 24, 2025
Dear CES friends and families,
Even with the cold temperatures and delayed openings, we have had another exciting week at Columbia! On Thursday, Mr. Andres Jimenez, Mason District supervisor for the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors, visited with students to share about his role in our local government. Students and staff were excited to interact with him and share questions and concerns about everyday life in Fairfax County.
Thank you, to everyone at home, for continuing to send your student(s) to school with winter weather clothing. The forecast for next week is a bit warmer, but as we return to having recess outdoors, it is important that students are still dressed warmly for the elements.
As a reminder, next Tuesday is the last day of the 2nd quarter of school. There will be no school for students on Wednesday, January 29th, as teachers will be working on grading assessments, finalizing progress reports, and completing professional development and required training.
I hope you have a wonderful weekend!
Take care,
Mike Astudillo
Proud Principal
Columbia Elementary School
PTA News & Notes
Family Night Out - Wednesday, January 29th
January's Family Night out will be at Taco Bamba (6259 Little River Turnpike, Alexandria, VA 22312). The fundraiser runs from 9 am - 9 pm. Columbia will receive 20% of the sales from the day. Please mention Columbia Elementary School when ordering at the counter or use promo code GIVE20 when ordering on the website. Gift cards can be purchased online.
Teacher & Staff Soup Lunch – Monday February 3rd
Please consider volunteering for a Columbia teacher and staff favorite! Monday, February 3rd is the annual soup lunch. Get those favorite soup or salad recipes out and let’s show the staff how much we appreciate them. You can sign up HERE to contribute. Thank you!
Partnership with Papa Johns
We are excited to announce a new partnership with Papa Johns in Annandale. You can now order pizza ANY THURSDAY from 11AM – 11PM for delivery or carryout (carryout until 10 PM). Families will receive 40 percent off their entire order and 10 percent of their order goes to the PTA. This opportunity will last until the end of the school year. Online code “CES4010” - this code will also be accepted by phone in case of issues with the website.
Upcoming Dates
Family night out – Taco Bamba 1/29
Teacher & Staff Soup Lunch 2/3
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💧 3rd Grade Explores Water Treatment!
Earlier this school year, 3rd graders had a fascinating field trip to the Fairfax Water facility in Lorton! They learned all about how water is cleaned and delivered to our homes. Read more about their trip on our website!
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New Typing Program for Columbia ES Students
We're incredibly grateful to our amazing PTA for funding a three year subscription to TypingClub for grades 3-5! This fantastic online program helps students develop essential keyboarding skills in a fun and engaging way.
TypingClub provides interactive lessons, personalized learning paths, and gamified challenges to help students improve their typing speed and accuracy. It's a valuable tool that will benefit our students in all subjects, from writing assignments to online research. Learn more about Typing Club on their website.
We'll be rolling out TypingClub to classrooms soon! Stay tuned for more information about how your child can access this program both at school and at home.
Annual STEAM Night at CES
Thursday, February 20th
Get ready for an evening of exploration and discovery at our annual STEAM Night! Join us on Thursday, February 20th, from 5:30 to 7 p.m.
Exciting Activities Await:
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Interactive Exhibits: Explore booths featuring hands-on activities in science, technology, engineering, art, and math. The exhibit hall will be open 5:30 - 7 p.m.
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Mad Science Shows: Don't miss the exciting demonstrations by Mad Science!
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Show 1 (5:45 PM - 6:20 PM): Families with last names A-J
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Show 2 (6:30 PM - 7:10 PM): Families with last names K-Z
You're invited to Holmes MS first-ever Family Rec Night! Join for this FREE event on Friday, January 31st, from 5 - 8 p.m. Register now by clicking here. You can expect an evening of fun and community: enjoy recreational activities in the gym, connect with fellow families and staff, and enjoy dinner on us. We'll have activities to promote healthy habits and a workshop for parents on reading strategies for home, attendance, and digital tools like SIS. For more information, view the Holmes MS website.
PYRAMID SCHOOLS NIGHT FOR ANNANDALE BOYS BASKETBALL
Annandale Boys Basketball will be hosting Pyramid Schools Night on February 4, 2025, vs Lewis @ 7:30pm at Annandale High School Main Gymnasium.
The following students of the Annandale High School Pyramid will receive free admission when accompanied with a paying adult in attendance.
- Annandale Terrace Elementary School
- Braddock Elementary School
- Bren Mar Park Elementary School
- Columbia Elementary School
- North Springfield Elementary School
- Weyanoke Elementary School
We look to see you in attendance to witness the Boys Basketball Program and encourage you to be part of this experience.
GO ATOMS!
For more info contact Coach McAvoy at jjmcavoy@fcps.edu. Instagram - annandaleboysball
🐾Save the Date 🐾
Student Holiday
January 29
3 Hour Early Release - 1:05 p.m. Dismissal
February 10
Holiday
February 17
Parent Teacher Association (PTA) Meeting
February 18
STEAM Night
February 20
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