By direction of Governor Tom Wolf, Columbia Borough School District is CLOSED until Monday, March 30. All activities are CANCELED.
ATTENTION HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS:
Multiple testing locations are closed for tomorrow's SAT Test. Please view the testing site closures before traveling to your test!
https://pages.collegeboard.org/natural-disasters
BENCHMARK bringing the heat and representing Columbia at the Reinventing Learning Showcase tonight!
2020 DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME:
Daylight saving time in Pennsylvania will begin at 2:00 AM on Sunday, March 8.
Don't forget to set your clocks ahead 1 hour!
The following students recently created and completed a new artistic wall in our student services area.
8th grade students:
- Desiree Sanchez
- Andrea McNeil-Schavone
- Harmony Zeamer
They did an amazing job!
PRIDE IN THE TIDE
Congratulations to the following players for being selected by the L-L coaches association as all stars for section 5!
Girls Basketball: -
- Second Team—MacKenzie Burke and Audreanna Frazier
Boys Basketball:
- First Team—Kerry Glover and Michael Poole
- Second Team—Matt McCleary
Congratulations also to coach Glover for being named coach of the year for section 5!
https://lancasteronline.com/sports/l-l-league-girls-basketball-coaches-select-section-all-stars/article_ae1309ec-577d-11ea-aa62-a701b502a9f2.html
https://lancasteronline.com/sports/here-are-the---l-l-league-boys-basketball/article_270dd814-5dc7-11ea-97cd-036d733b5db8.html
COURSE SELECTION PRESENTATIONS for students in grades 9-11 will be held on Wednesday, March 4.
It is important for all students to be in school and on time to ensure they do not miss their presentation.
The Columbia Borough School District is proud to announce that Columbia High School has been chosen as one of five hundred high schools in the nation to participate in the Vans Custom Culture High School 2020 Competition.
According to High School Principal Dr. Michael Smith, he recently received notification that Columbia was one of the school’s selected to partake in this contest. Each participating school receives two blank pairs of Vans sneakers to decorate. The Art Department, under the direction of teacher Matthew Mikos, will spearhead the project on “The Hill.” Students, whom may work individually or as a team, are currently submitting their ideas; those selected will then work with Mr. Mikos to create a design that represents Columbia.
Another aspect of this contest is a writing component, which is being directed by the high school English Department. Six students have been selected to write about the designs created by their peers, as well as why Columbia deserves this prestigious award. The wining school will receive $75,000 for its art department. Shoe image submissions are due no later than March 31, followed by public voting during the month of April; the top five schools will be announced May 4, with the winning entry announced sometime between May 11 – 15.
Further information on this contest can be found by visiting https://customculture.vans.com/
The color guard is looking for new members for the upcoming season!
If you have an interest in dance, performing, making new friends, or just trying something new, we would love to have you!
No experience is necessary!
Please complete this form if interested:
https://forms.gle/m3KyRsxv5gqaY7L98
Congratulations to Emily Gambler! She participated in the District 3 swim meet this weekend and placed 9th in the 100 butterfly and 13th in the 100 freestyle. Both personal best times for the year. Great job Emily!
Columbia Boys Basketball will take on High School of the Future in the first round of the 3A state playoffs on Saturday 3/7 at 1PM. Game will be played at South Philly HS. Pre-Sale tickets available in main office now through Friday $4 for Students, $8 For Adults/Seniors.
You still have time to get to the Career Fair and start making connections. Career Fair ends at 8.
Students, Grades 7 to 12 - You could win Prizes at the Career Fair just by showing up, bringing a friend and engaging with potential employers...Check this out for more information, https://www.columbiabsd.org/article/197200?org=cbsd
Top 3 Quick tips to get the most out of Career Fair 2020
1. Bring many copies of your resume
2. Prioritize the employers you're most interested in
3. Introduce yourself and be prepared to give your "career pitch."
For a full detail list, check out https://www.columbiabsd.org/o/cbsd/news
Tomorrow is the Job Fair at Columbia High School Gym! 6 to 8pm, over 40 employers will be on site ready to hire for part and full-time work! Adults and students are welcomed!
Last Boot Camp Opportunity is tomorrow, Feb. 25th- 3pm and 6pm at Columbia Life Network.
Gather information to help you prepare to talk with employers and acquire tips on how to market yourself effectively on Thursday, Feb 27th at Columbia's Job Fair!
Columbia's Job Fair is coming up! Are you ready to submit at resume and begin a career? Over 40 employers will be on site have part and full-time work available for adults and students!
When: Thursday, Feb. 27th
Where: Columbia High School Gym
Time: 6 to 8pm
Job Fair Boot Camp is coming up again if you missed the first one! Mark your Calendars for Monday, Feb. 24th, 6pm, Columbia Public Library.
The Boot Camp is to help you prepare and acquire tips on how to market yourself effectively at the job fair on Thursday, Feb. 27th!
Career Fair Opportunity right here in Columbia!
Students Grades 7 to 12 – Bring your friends, more students, parents and family!
Students K to 6 – We want your parents and adult friends! February 27th - Dinner from 5 to 6pm
Career Fair from 6 to 8pm
Columbia High Cafeteria & Gymnasium
Meet employers that want to hire immediately!
Columbia High School’s National Honors Society and Student Council are hosting a 4ForFour on April 25, 2020. All of the money raised will go directly to the Four Diamonds fund and help kids with cancer. The Four Diamonds Fund is a non-profit organization with the goal of eradicating childhood cancer. The following link sends you to the Columbia High School donor drive where you can donate and all the proceeds go to our goal of $5,000. Any donation helps, however, if you are unable to donate at this time please share the link and spread the word. Thank you.
https://fourdiamonds.donordrive.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=donordrive.event&eventID=2864