Patricia Batchelor- President Davina Tompkins VP Programs

Welcome Back Columbia!
Back to School Edition 2017-18

Introducing CES PTA Board Members 2017-2018

Amanda Parker- Public Affairs Susan Meyer- Secretary

Shannon Schmidt- Treasurer Kim Alexander- VP Volunteers

Jennifer Arent- VP Membership Stephenie Ramage- VP Ways & Means

Email addresses and additional information at www.cespta.org

Dear Parents,
Welcome back for an exciting school year!! I am especially thrilled to extend a sincere welcome to all new students and families. It is my hope that you will immediately feel welcomed & at home as you become involved in the activities made available through various Columbia clubs, organizations, PTA & your child’s classroom. Some important items to note:
· We will host curriculum nights again this year. The teachers will present pertinent information about the curriculum for each grade level so this is a time for you to ask questions. Parents/guardians only please. Dates are posted on our website/Twitter/Facebook.
· The school year focus will continue to be on school, teacher & student relationships, literacy, academic achievement & student leadership through our new "Leader in Me" program. We are proud of our commitment to educational excellence & celebrate the continued growth & progress of our students.
· Our parent-student handbook will be available in your child’s planner as well as on our school’s web site. Please take time to read over this as it will answer many of your questions.
· Please make every effort to ensure your child arrives at school between 7:10-7:40 am daily. In addition, please pay close attention to the dress code section of our parent-student handbook. I respectfully request that you help us enforce all of our procedures.
· I would like to encourage you to join the Columbia PTA! Our PTA is committed to making every child’s potential a reality & we have many exciting events planned through PTA this year.
· I am always open to fresh ideas that will help to improve our school & community and make our Columbia “Astros” stronger & eventual prepared graduates for a challenging society. If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to call or email me.
Sincerely,
Jamie Hill, Principal

Important Announcement

CES PTA Membership is not required for attendance to PTA Meetings.

Text @columbiae to 810-10 or @columbiae to (256)280-3830 for alerts sent straight to your phone.

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Columbia F.A.Q.’s

What is Columbia’s Mission?

To empower students to reach their potential by creating a learning community that focuses on each student’s unique talents and needs.

What are the school hours?

Car line – 7:10-7:40 a.m.

Classes Begin– 7:40 a.m. Classes Dismiss– 2:40 p.m.

Office Hours – 7:00 a.m.-3:00p.m.

What is the phone number to the front office?

(256)430-2751

If I need to contact my student’s teacher, what is the best way?

All Columbia’s staff information can be found at the Columbia website at http://ces.madisoncity.k12.al.us./. Other valuable information such as the school calendar, club information, and Columbia’s latest news will also be posted.

How can parents be involved at Columbia?

PTA membership and support is vital to the success of Columbia Elementary School. Classroom volunteers, room parents, story readers, field trip chaperones, and many other opportunities await you should you wish to help Columbia Elementary. Please visit our website and contact PTA volunteer coordinator if you would like to volunteer your time and talents.

Can I have lunch with my child?

Parents are welcome beginning on 21 August. We ask that all parents check in with the front desk and get a visitor’s badge.

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