About the Superintendent

A Message from the Superintendent

Welcome to Columbus Public Schools!

I am proud and humbled to serve as your District leader. Every day, I have the privilege of working alongside a great staff — teachers, administrators, and support personnel — who bring their talent, care, and dedication to our classrooms and hallways across all eight of our buildings.

Together, we serve more than 4,200 students, and we are committed to offering wonderful, student-centered programs that meet young people where they are and help them grow into their full potential. Our mission is simple and guides everything we do: Engaging Learners to Achieve Success. From our earliest learners to our graduating seniors, our goal is to prepare every student for success in life, college, and career.

None of this happens in isolation. Columbus Public Schools is fortunate to call Columbus home, and we are grateful to be a strong community partner — working hand in hand with families, businesses, and civic organizations who share our belief in the power of public education. Our schools reflect the values of Columbus: hard work, integrity, and a genuine commitment to one another.

Thank you for visiting our website and for your interest in Columbus Public Schools. Whether you are a parent, a prospective family, a community member, or simply someone who cares about the future of our students, I invite you to explore what makes our District special. It is an honor to lead this District, and I look forward to all that we will accomplish together.

Sincerely,

Dr. Chip Kay, Superintendent