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Today, CCS recognizes and honors Juneteenth. Also known as "Freedom Day," this day is a celebration marking the emancipation of enslaved African-Americans on June 19, 1865. Juneteenth is a reminder of our community's shared experiences and the ongoing journey to build equality for everyone.

REMINDER: All schools and administrative offices will be closed on Wednesday, June 19th in observance of Juneteenth.

Summer Experience will resume on Thursday, June 20th.

National Men's Health Month is more than just caring for one's physical health. It encompasses mental, emotional and spiritual health.

Join the African American Male Wellness Agency for their Real Men, Real Talk Mental Wellness Summit on July 18th from 6-8 p.m. at East High School. The conversation seeks to create a safe and open space for honest dialogue about mental health.

Register today at https://bit.ly/4bdSSaS.

Read our preview to learn what's on the agenda ahead of the Board of Education's meeting tonight.

Board Preview | June 18, 2024

We are endlessly grateful for this opportunity to extend free college for students!

'We made a promise': City to extend Columbus Promise tuition-free college program With one year left in the program's initial pilot, city leaders committed to extending the Columbus Promise.

In November 2021, Columbus City Council President Shannon Hardin proudly introduced Columbus Promise. This three-year pilot program would offer CCS students tuition-free access to Columbus State Community College (CSCC). In 2024, Hardin stood in the CSCC Workforce and Development Center, promising the program would extend beyond those three years.

Columbus Promise Commits To Sending More Students to CSCC for Years To Come In addition to tuition, Columbus Promise covers student fees, provides a $500 stipend each semester, and offers wraparound academic and career support. Students can apply regardless of GPA, ...

The Nationwide Children's Hospital Vision Clinic located on Fort Hayes campus is OPEN all summer long! The Vision Clinic provides eye exams, prescribes glasses, repairs glasses, and more!

Book your appointment today by calling 614-355-2590, option 7

Voting for the Columbus Teacher of the Year CLOSES on June 18th!

We are honored to have several of our incredible teachers nominated including:
✔️ Jillian Hinkson, East Columbus Elementary
✔️ Bruce Carlson, Dominion Middle School
✔️ Betsy Higginbotham, West High School
✔️ Paul Johnson, Marion-Franklin High School
✔️ Tracy Imamura, Fort Hayes High School

Congratulations to all! Cast your vote today.

2024 Columbus Parent Teachers of the Year! Choose the grade-level category and register to vote for your favorite in each category!

All smiles from students at Georgian Heights Elementary and Champion Middle School as they kickoff the best weeks of summer with Summer Experience! 😄☀️

The BEST weeks of summer are finally HERE - Summer Experience starts today! Students across the District are lining up at the doors to begin their summer of exciting school and community-based learning experiences! We can't wait to see where this summer takes them.

As temperatures rise, it's important to protect yourself from the heat. If you do not have air conditioning and struggle with the summer heat, consider going to:
• Family and Friends’ Home
• Mall/Store
• Movie Theater
• Library
• Recreation Center
• Local Pool
• Restaurant
• Call 211 for help
• Cooling Centers
Click for more info on how to stay cool! https://myfcph.org/resources/heat-safety/

CCS staff and families participated in today's Columbus Pride March! Our district stands as allies alongside our community. We believe in creating a safe and welcoming world for everyone.

Summer Experience is only two days away! Our teachers are thrilled to meet their new students on Monday, June 17. For contact information or a summer calendar, visit our Summer Experience web page and click on your child’s Summer Experience school - https://www.ccsoh.us/Page/11277

This year’s Columbus City Schools Summer Experience Professional Development was a testament to the power of collaboration and “on pointe!”

Keynote speaker Misty Copeland, the first African American female principal dancer with the American Ballet Theatre, gracefully inspired teachers before leaping into their Summer Experience Curriculum. The event was held at The Point at Otterbein in partnership with CCS and sponsored by Junior Achievement.

Inspiring Start to Summer: Columbus Teachers Empowered by Keynote Speaker Misty Copeland During Professional Development Keynote speaker Misty Copeland, the first African American female principal dancer with the American Ballet Theatre, gracefully inspired teachers before they leaped into their Summer Experience ...

CCS educators attended a simulated work-based learning workshop as part of Career Tech Forward. The workshop, held with One Columbus, paired teachers with industry partners to develop authentic work-based learning activities for students for the upcoming school year.

We hope to see YOU at tonight's Bus Driver Hiring Event!

Starting at 5:00 p.m. at the Moler Transportation Center, come talk to current CCS drivers, apply, interview, and complete your background check!

Can't make it tonight? Join us tomorrow from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Cranbrook Elementary School has implemented an inclusive education model that prioritizes equity and support for all students. This approach includes a structured instructional schedule that enables students in specialized education programs to be authentically included in general education classrooms.

The Power of Inclusion at Cranbrook is Changing the Lives of Students Cranbrook Elementary School has implemented an inclusive education model that prioritizes equity and support for all students. This approach includes a structured instructional schedule that enables ...

Our CCS educators gathered at Columbus State Community College for an engaging day exploring technical career pathways! These STEAMM Rising sessions help our teachers prepare students for success in our growing city.

Summer Experience starts Monday, June 17, and we can’t wait to embark on a journey of learning and exploration with our elementary and middle school students! Need more information about your student’s summer school? Visit our Summer Experience web page.

Summer Experience / Rising Kindergarten & Elementary Registration for Elementary and Middle School Summer Experience using the Parent Portal has closed. Please call the Office of Extended Learning or your child's school for more information.

The Columbus Promise plans to continue. Today, Columbus City Schools, City of Columbus, Columbus State Community College, and I Know I Can leaders updated the public on the program’s success and promised to extend it beyond its initial three-year pilot.

In Columbus City Schools, we observe Pride Month by engaging students, staff, and families in educational initiatives and cultural celebrations that honor the rich history and contributions of the LGBTQ+ community. For a complete list of resources, parades, and more, please click here: https://bit.ly/4ee6jdP

Columbus City Schools is pleased to announce three new principalships ahead of the 2024-25 school year. Click the link to learn more.

Three New Principals Announced Ahead of 2024-25 School Year Columbus City Schools is pleased to announce three new principalships ahead of the 2024-25 school year.

Students at several Summer Experience sites had the chance to meet their teachers and peek into their classrooms at the Summer Experience Open House. A huge thank you to everyone who joined us. We can't wait to kick off an unforgettable summer on June 17!

The 2024 Columbus Association for the Performing Arts CAPA Marquee Awards was an exceptional evening for Columbus City Schools. Held at the Ohio Theatre, the award ceremony acknowledged and celebrated excellence in theater. Eastmoor Academy and Whetstone High School stood out among the winners, securing five awards.

Columbus City Schools Shines at 2024 CAPA Marquee Awards, Celebrating Talent and Dedication The 2024 Columbus Association for the Performing Arts CAPA Marquee Awards was an exceptional evening for Columbus City Schools. Held at the Ohio Theatre, the award ceremony acknowledged and ...

Today, Thursday, June 13th, from 9 a.m.-12 p.m., the Columbus Kids' Book Bank hosts its first of three Summer Giveaway Days! Open to the public, you're encouraged to stop by and stock up on FREE books for all ages! 📚

📍 7949 N. High Street

As a recent graduate from Northland High School, Docille Micomyiza has overcome the odds to establish himself in the real estate business while working towards earning his degree in higher education from Columbus State.

He hopes to use his degree to further his future in real estate. We are proud of you, Docille!

Northland student from Rwanda graduates early — with a rental property in Franklinton Docille Micomyiza, 18, graduated from Northland High School a year early as he enters the real estate business with a Franklinton property he bought.

Congratulations to the I Know I Can Founders' Scholarship winners! These 27 scholars have secured additional scholarships to assist with their higher education journey.

In June, Columbus City Schools celebrates National Men's Health Month, an initiative that spotlights the health issues facing men and boys, urging early detection and treatment of disease and promoting a healthy lifestyle. Learn more at https://bit.ly/3KEEfT5

Join the SPIRIT!!

LET'S HAVE A GREAT WEEK!!

School Starts 8/23.... Can't wait to see everyone!

The Valedictorian Speech! C/O 2021

Want to be a personal trainer? All you need is a high school diploma....

More Graduation Pics....

Staff supporting their favorite senior....

Our School Team decorated perfectly....

Administrators get ready for Graduation

Check in for GRADUATION!