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November 2, 2022
Today, we're discussing The Discoverer Way! Find out how these character traits started as a way to get the most out of Columbus High School athletes, and has become a district-wi...
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October 31, 2022
Lunch Menu:
Monday - Pizza Pasta Bake with Garlic Breadstick
Tuesday - Chicken Pot Pie
Wednesday - Chicken Ranch Pasta with Breadstick
Thursday - Soft Shell Beef Tac...
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October 26, 2022
Today, Superintendent Dr. Troy Loeffelholz will be discussing Columbus Public School's "Non-Negotiables" of student behavior and the district's thinning tolerance for inappropriat...
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October 19, 2022
In the first of the series, Director of Finance and Human Resources, Mr. Chip Kay outlines the process of filling out a free and/or reduced lunch application at Columbus Public...
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October 18, 2022
Ever wonder where the Discoverer Way comes from? How a superintendent calls a snow day? How free and reduced lunch affects funding for Columbus Public Schools? These topics and...
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October 6, 2022
The students in seventh-grade social studies has been learning about Geography in a frightening unique way… with Zombies!
Using the Zombies Based Geography program, 7th-grade s...
September 30, 2022
Reminder CMS Families:
By law, the State of Nebraska requires immunizations to be up-to-date and all 7th grade students to complete a physical and vision exam to be enrolled in...
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September 22, 2022
Parent teacher conferences are next week and we hope all parents can join us! Important Dates and Times for Next Week: Wednesday, 9/28/22 Full day for students with dismissal ...
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September 1, 2022
Fifth and sixth grade students at Columbus Middle School are auditioning for its annual fall play this week. The 5/6 Fall Play, in its sixth year, " Stuart Little."
The sho...
August 30, 2022
As part of its requirements, CPS is required to submit an illness plan to the Nebraska Department of Education. Below you will be able to learn more about the 2022-2023 illness p...
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August 17, 2022
As seen in the 2022 Discoveries back to school edition that was mailed home to all families. National School Lunch Program (NSLP) is moving back to normal operations for the 20...
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August 14, 2022
Attention all 6th, 7th and 8th grade band students: Mr. Klee and Ms. Wilson have requested that students DO NOT bring their band instruments until Monday, August 22. Thank ...
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August 12, 2022
We are excited for the school year to begin. Below please make note of a few important dates and times!
Important information regarding 7th & 8th grade fall activities may b...
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August 12, 2022
7th Grade Girls Volleyball Remind Code: Text @dfee64 to 81010 Conditioning Practice is on August 15th and 16th from 3:30pm - 5:00pm Regular Practice starts on Aug 18th from ...
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August 12, 2022
Construction at the intersection of 23rd St and 26th Ave will begin on Monday, August 15, 2022. To reduce congestion we ask that you use the following streets and drop off zo...
August 11, 2022
As part of its requirements, CPS is required to submit an illness plan to the Nebraska Department of Education. Below you will be able to learn more about the 2022-2023 illness p...
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August 4, 2022
CPS families can now access The Discoveries Newsletter online by following the link below. Printed copies will be in your mailboxes soon. Be sure to always check and follow the ...
July 25, 2022
Dear Parent/ Guardian:
There will be an option available to apply for free or reduced meals online for the 2022-2023 school year using our Wordware lunch program. This option w...
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June 2, 2022
Columbus Middle School is offering summer school for students entering 5th and 6th grade. Our goal is to help "jumpstart" student learning in preparation for the upcoming school ...
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June 2, 2022
Stem on the Go! summer camps are just a few weeks away. Register today by following this link and clicking here ! STEM on the Go! is a Columbus Public Schools trailer that will g...