Our 2025 Summer Experience kicks off Monday, June 23 for Pre-K through 8th grade Columbus City Schools students. Here are a few more details to help you and your student have an unforgettable, immersive summer learning opportunity.

Schedules

• PreK-8 Family Open House: June 18, 2025

• Elementary & Middle School (PreK-8): June 23 - July 18, 2025

• High School (9-12): June 9 - July 18, 2025

• Elementary & Middle School Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. 

• High School Hours: Hours vary by building

• Free breakfast and lunch will be provided daily for all students. 

• No school for HS students on Thursday, June 19, in observance of the Juneteenth holiday.

• No school on Friday, July 4, in observance of the Fourth of July holiday.

Student Expectations

• School sites will provide all other supplies such as pens, paper, pencils, etc. 
• During the Summer Experience, students are expected to follow all policies, rules, and guidelines outlined in the Guide to Student Success.

Transportation

• Yellow School Bus Transportation is provided this summer for the following students: 
  • Elementary School students 
  • Middle School students
  • Transportation must be selected during the registration process in the Parent Portal.

Communicating with your Child’s Teacher and School

• Check your child’s backpack regularly for notes, fliers, and other information from your child’s teacher, including the teacher’s email address.

English as a Second Language Students

• ESL support will be available at school sites to assist ESL students in the classroom.
• Parents can also reach out to the ESL Language Assistance Center: Summer Hours are Monday - Friday 7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
• Please call the ESL Department at 614-365-8802
• Select the number corresponding to the language you require assistance with:
  • For Spanish, Press #1
  • For Somali, Press #2
  • For Nepali, Press #3
  • For Arabic, Press #4
  • For French, Press #5
  • For Swahili, Press #6
  • For English & All Other Languages Press #8

Questions and Concerns

• For transportation questions, call the Extended Learning at 614-365-5010.
• Device issues, call the HelpDesk at 614-645-8425.
• Contact the Office of Extended Learning: 614-365-5010 or ExtendedLearning@columbus.k12.oh.us.