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November 9, 2022
Mark you calendars and plan to be at CHS on November 17, 2022 and join the CPS Foundation for the Lighting of the Anchor! Thank you to our presenting sponsors for this year's ev...
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November 3, 2022
Emerson's Second graders went to Edgerton Explorit Center in Aurora for their field trip. Edgerton is where scientific discovery and hands-on exploration create a fantastic learni...
November 3, 2022
Read the latest edition of the Discoveries Newsletter!
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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 26, 2022
Join us on October 31, 2022 from 5:00pm-6:00pm at Columbus High School for Trunk or Treat! Trunks provided by: CHS FBLA, CPS Foundation, Columbus Community Hospital, Remax, CMS ...
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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...
![A group of Emerson third graders pose for a photo at the Henry Doorly Zoo's walk-under aquarium.](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/columbus_public_schools_ar/article/image/large_90a83308-9155-4dcc-9092-89e4d6f8813e.jpg)
October 6, 2022
Emerson’s third graders crusaded to the Henry Doorly Zoo! We explored the jungle, voyaged through the aquarium, and trekked through the desert. We discovered new species of animal...
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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:
Tuesday, 9/27/22 Parent Teacher Conferences will ta...
September 1, 2022
Fourth grade teacher Travis McCloud’s 4th grade class of distinguished scholars are very excited about getting all “tied” up on Tuesdays with learning how to tie a tie!
Tie T...
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 12, 2022
We can't wait to get the new school year started next week! Below you will find many important dates and other pieces of information that you will need to make the start of the s...
August 12, 2022
CPS would like to share a community activity being held at one of our buildings this year. Please note that this is an independent group and not a group or organization of Columb...
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August 12, 2022
Construction at the intersection of 23rd St and 26th Ave will begin on Monday, August 15, 2022.
Please be aware, 26th Ave. north of 23rd St. will be closed. Highway 30 traf...
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
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...