Columbia Borough School District

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Columbia Borough School District
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Park Elementary
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Columbia High School
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Reminder: Tomorrow, September 22, 2021, is an early dismissal day. All schools will dismiss at 11:30 a.m.

Today is and we could not be more thankful for our Tech Team! They are instrumental in supporting our instructional technology to keep our students learning and our staff connected! Happy IT Professionals Day, CBSD Tech Team!

Catch our Columbia Crimson Tide tonight at 7pm on our district Youtube channel. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLHiNIYJBmYzqkJoNx53AGw

This week, students from Columbia High School and Columbia Middle School Taylor Campus participated in the 101st Annual Mifflin Service.

As a reminder, tonight, Thursday, September 16, 2021, at 6:00 p.m., is a regular school board meeting. You may attend the meeting in person at the District Administration Center, 200 N. Fifth St., Columbia, PA, or view the live-stream via https://columbiabsd.zoom.us/j/83443516084

Catch our Columbia Crimson Tide tonight at 7pm on our district Youtube channel.

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLHiNIYJBmYzqkJoNx53AGw

Reminder: Schools and offices are closed on Monday, September 6 in observance of the Labor Day holiday.

Enjoy your holiday weekend!

In a world where you can be anything, BE KIND!

Thank you Park Elementary for the reminder!

Due to the anticipated rainfall and flooding from Hurricane IDA, the Columbia Borough School District will follow an early dismissal schedule tomorrow Wednesday, September 1, 2021. All schools will dismiss at 11:30 a.m. All after school activities and events on September 1 are canceled.

The Columbia Borough School District is a place where everyone is genuinely valued and welcomed.

Check out the highlight video from our first week back to school!
https://spark.adobe.com/video/sNy14d9uTSBgx

Welcome back Columbia Borough School District!
We are happy you are here!

The School Board of Directors met on 8/19/2021 during the scheduled board meeting to review community input and recent universal indoor masking recommendation.

At this time, CBSD will require universal indoor masking for all students, staff, and visitors.

On a weekly basis we will monitor the local data, guidance from the CDC, and medical professionals.

We will continue to keep you informed.

Thank you for helping to keep our community healthy and safe!

As a reminder, tonight, Thursday, August 19, 2021, at 6:00 p.m., the Columbia Borough School Board of Directors will vote on the updated Health and Safety Plan in regards to the possibility of required indoor masking for students and staff.

You may attend the voting meeting in person at the District Administration Center, 200 N. Fifth St., Columbia, PA, or view the live-stream via https://columbiabsd.zoom.us/j/89298629315

Communication on the decision made will be sent to our families and staff this evening.

Dear CBSD Parents: If your child has Asthma, Seizures, Severe Food Allergies, Severe allergies to bee stings (that require the use of an EPI-Pen) or Diabetes- Please make every effort to have an Action Plan submitted to the school nurse. These plans can be found on the CBSD website. They need to be completed and signed by your child’s physician. This ensures that the school nurse is aware of the correct treatment/procedure if your child needs care during school hours
https://www,columbiabsd.org

CBSD Students: V and JH XC runners and 9-12 girls tennis players are needed! Please contact Jim Rhoads ([email protected]) if interested!

Check out the First Edition of the CBSD Board of Directors' Newsletter.

https://www.columbiabsd.org/page/board-newsletter

Dear CBSD Parents: If your child will be taking ANY prescribed medication during the school year a physician’s order is required. NO prescribed medications will be given to any student without an order from the student’s physician. This includes medications for: ADHD/ADD, Asthma, Diabetes, Food Allergies, Bee stings and Seizures, etc. The Medication Policy Form is located on the CBSD website at https://www.columbiabsd.org.

Dear CBSD Parents: If your child will be taking ANY prescribed medication during the school year a physician’s order is required. NO prescribed medications will be given to any student without an order from the student’s physician. This includes medications for: ADHD/ADD, Asthma, Diabetes, Food Allergies, Bee stings and Seizures, etc. The Medication Policy Form is located on the CBSD website at https://www.columbiabsd.org. Follow the links: , and to access the form.

Do you have a passion for working with children and/or teens in a school setting? Consider becoming a substitute teacher, paraprofessional or support professional.

Celebrate the end of summer with a film!
On Friday August 13th, the Columbia Borough School District will be playing Home to conclude CBSD Reads!
Doors open at 5:30 p.m. and the show begins at 6:00 p.m. No Tickets required, this is a free event!
Come out and enjoy a family fun night at Columbia High School Auditorium (901 Ironville Pike)
Parent Teacher Partnership will be holding a fundraiser providing refreshments for a small fee (cash only please).

Will your child turn 5 by September 1, 2021? If so, your child is eligible to start Kindergarten in Fall 2021! REGISTER TODAY!

Dear CBSD Parents & Guardians: if you have NOT already completed the technology survey, please do so before this Friday as the window closes at that time: https://forms.gle/ayfRpK76ygrqp1D99. If you have completed it, Please do NOT do it again. More information on Technology Services' page: https://www.columbiabsd.org/page/cbsd-ecf-parent-survey

Celebrate Columbia is helping students start the school year off by collecting school supply donations!
Donations can be dropped off at:
Columbia Borough Office
Columbia Borough School District Office
Café 301
Drive thru drop off August 7th from 9am-1pm at Glatfelter Stadium.
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Donation Items Needed:
Crayola Crayons - 24 Pack
Dry Erase Markers
Yellow #2 Pencils
Colored Pencils
Glue Sticks
Boxes of Tissues
Backpacks (solid colors)
Pens (blue or black)
Ear bud headphones
AA and AAA batteries
Expo Dry Erase Markers
Highlights
Elmer's Glue
Re-usable Water Bottles (clear plastic)

Attention CBSD Families,
Please be sure your students' school health records are up-to-date BEFORE the first day of school on August 24th. Please follow the link to the Health Services page for grade specific health requirements and additional health related information.

https://www.columbiabsd.org/page/health-services

All required documentation should be turned in to your students' school nurse.

Dear CBSD Parents & Guardians, Please take a moment to complete this survey: https://forms.gle/ayfRpK76ygrqp1D99. The information provided assists us with receiving 21-22 federal tech funding. More information on this page: https://www.columbiabsd.org/page/cbsd-ecf-parent-survey

Pennsylvanians may be eligible for the Emergency Rental Assistance Program (ERAP) to help with past and future rent/utility costs. To apply, you’ll need the following information on hand:
• Personal identification information for the head of household. This could include a driver's license, state-issued ID card, passport, etc.
• Income information for all household members over the age of 18.
• Your lease and something to show the amount of rent you owe.
• Your landlord's name and contact information.
• Utility expenses like electric, water, oil, natural gas, etc.
• Utility provider information.
Get started on your application at dhs.pa.gov/erap .

Mark your calendar for the first day of school on Tuesday, August 24, 2021. This school year, we want to highlight the importance of school attendance because your student matters, their future matters. See you soon!

Important end of year dates:

Friday, June 4, 2021-Last student day

Friday, June 4, 2021-Columbia High School Graduation at 7pm in the auditorium.

Tuesday, June 8, 2021-Computer Collection for remote Learners. Drop off location will be at the CHS/CMS Hill Campus at the maintenance shed located in the student parking lot. Drop off times are from 9am-12pm and 3pm-7pm.

We're excited to announce Columbia Borough School District received a $9,878.64 donation from to support our schools' food programs! Thank you Columbia Community for donating, and thank you GIANT!

Reminder: Thursday, May 27 is an early dismissal day. All students will dismiss at 1:00pm. Friday, May 28 and Monday, May 31 there is no school in observance of Memorial Day.

Attention All Columbia Borough School District Parents -

You are eligible to receive internet reimbursement or free internet up to $50 per month under the Emergency Broadband Benefit (EBB) Federal Program. Since our school district is a Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) district, all families are eligible for EBB regardless of economic status.

To enroll/check eligibility, please go to this website and enter your information., At the very bottom of the form, indicate, "Yes, I qualify through my child or dependent."

https://www.checklifeline.org/lifeline/?id=nv_flow&ebbp=true

Reminder: Today, Wednesday, May 12 is an early dismissal day. All students will dismiss at 1:00pm.

Attention Parents/Caregivers: In an effort to promote safety in our schools, the Columbia Borough School District will be conducting active intruder drills at all three buildings this week. These drills will allow our students and staff to practice safety procedures while also helping our district to become safer through the knowledge gained and areas for improvement we identify each time a drill is done. While the drill will have set simulations at each building, we will not be utilizing any simulated weapons or weapon sounds for the drill. Once the drill concludes, students and staff will return to the building from our rally (safe) points. As part of this drill, we will ask that parents and guardians not come to the building to pick-up students during this time. Prior to our active intruder drill, staff will discuss school safety with students, including the details of the armed intruder drill. If you have any questions, please contact the building.

Emergency Broadband Benefit
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WHAT IS IT?

The Emergency Broadband Benefit​ is a temporary FCC program to help households struggling to afford internet service during the pandemic.

The benefit provides:

Up to $50/month discount for broadband services;
Up to $75/month discount for households on qualifying Tribal lands; and
A one-time discount of up to $100 for a laptop, desktop computer, or tablet purchased through a participating provider.
​WHO IS ELIGIBLE?

A household is eligible if one member of the household:

Has an income that is at or below 135% of the Federal Poverty Guide lines or participates in certain government assistance programs;
Receives benefits under the free and reduced-price school lunch or breakfast program;
Received a Federal Pell Grant during the current award year;
Experienced a substantial loss of income due to job loss or furlough since February 29, 2020; or​
Meets the eligibility criteria for a participating provider’s existing low-income or COVID-19 program.
Three ways to apply:

1.​ Contact your preferred participating provider directly to learn about their application process.

2. Go to GetEmergencyBroadband.org to submit an application and to find participating providers near you.

​3. Complete a mail in application and send it along with proof of eligibility to:

​Emergency Broadband Support Center

P.O. Box 7081

London, KY 40742

To learn more call 833-511-0311 or visit fcc.gov/broadbandbenefit

Reminder: Wednesday, May 12 is an early dismissal day. All students will dismiss at 1:00pm.

CBSD would like to thank our School Nurses for all they do! Happy Nurse's Day!

CBSD would like to thank all of our amazing teachers for all they do for our students and families! Happy National Teachers' Day!

Tomorrow is National School Principal’s Day and CBSD would like to thank our school administrators for everything they do! Let them know how much you appreciate them by leaving them a comment below.

Save the date for Community C.A.F.E with Superintendent, Ashley Rizzo, at Café 301 on Tuesday, May 4th from 8am-10am.

Columbia MS/HS Campus shift to virtual 4/23/2021. Meal Bundles are available at Taylor from 10:00 a.m.-10:30 a.m.