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Sign Up to Attend the Back-to-School Resource Fair!
You're invited to one of the largest back-to-school events in Columbus, hosted by CCS for CCS!
- Date: Saturday, August 16, 2025
- Time: 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
- Location: Fort Hayes Campus
- Free Parking: Columbus State Community College (250 Cleveland Ave, Columbus, OH 43215). Free shuttle bus pick-up at Columbus State Community College Mitchell Hall. Click here for parking map.
FREE backpacks, books, and school supplies await. Visit www.ccsoh.us/Page/12494 to learn more!
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Bus Routing Information is in Your Parent Portal Starting August 18!
Transportation eligible families will receive their child's bus routing information in the Transportation tab located in Parent Portal. Students enrolled in the district by August 4, 2025, will receive their updated transportation information after August 18, 2025.
Bus route information for Woodcrest Elementary will be available starting July 23.
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School Supply Lists for 2025-2026
Attention families, all school supply lists for the 2025-2026 school year can be found here!
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Keep your precious cargo safe!
We love our students! It is VERY important to buckle your child and have them in the correct car seat!
EVERY child who attends our school should still be in a car or booster seat!
- 4'9" or under in a booster seat
- Children 13 and younger must be in the back seat
- Ages 4-8 in a booster seat
- Infants and children must ride in a child's car seat until they are 4 years old AND weigh at least 40 pounds.
- Proper safety can reduce mortality rates by 70%
Low income car seats are available!
https://cphsystems.org/car-seats/
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We are 1 in 13!
Recently, we were awarded the "2023 i-Ready Super Stretch School" award for Super Stretch Growth amongst our students in literacy and math! We are one of 13 schools in the nation and one of two schools in Ohio to receive this honor! We are so proud of our students, families, and staff for their dedication to literacy and math.
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Watch our School Choice Fair video!
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A Reminder About Visits...
Parents we are excited that you love Alpine, but parents should not pass the office or walk their child to his/her classroom. If you need to speak to your child's teacher please email teacher or call the office to make an appointment.
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Shop Ohio's Back-to-School Sales Tax-Free Holiday Starting August 1
Ohio's sales tax holiday will run from midnight on August 1 until Aug. 14, at 11:59 p.m.
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Bus Route Notifications for CCS Transportation Eligible Families for 2025-2026 Can Be Found in Parent Portal
Students enrolled in the District by August 4, 2025, will receive their updated transportation information by August 18, 2025.
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Superintendent/CEO Dr. Angela Chapman’s Response to Fair School Funding
Superintendent/CEO Dr. Angela Chapman provides an update to Fair School Funding.
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A Message from Superintendent/CEO Dr. Angela Chapman
As we close out another impactful school year, I would like to extend my sincere thanks to you, our families, for your continued support and partnership.
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Surprise Guest Bill Nye Reignites Passion at CCS Summer Experience Professional Development
As the 2024-2025 school year comes to a close, Columbus City Schools (CCS) gears up for the best weeks of summer: Summer Experience. Bill Nye the Science Guy surprised educators at engaging professional development day geared towards igniting their excitement for the summer.
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CCS Announces 2025 Summer Events
Mark your calendars for a summer of fun with Columbus City Schools!
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More Ways CCS Is Aligning Resources for a Brighter Future
How can the District make the most of its resources to give every student the best education possible? CCS is listening closely to community concerns as it carefully navigates its realignment initiative.
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Fort Hayes Welcomes Young Learners at Countdown to Kindergarten Event
The Fort Hayes Metropolitan Education Center buzzed with excitement as Columbus City Schools (CCS) hosted its annual Countdown to Kindergarten event, welcoming incoming kindergartners and their families for a day of fun, learning, and connection.
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Teacher Chat Podcast: Impact Beyond the Classroom
Host Dr. Todd Walker is joined by Otis Winston, Kelly Rivers, and Dr. Vincent Clarno to talk about the lasting influence of educators. From personal stories to practical advice, this episode focuses on how teachers inspire, motivate, and shape lives far beyond the classroom.
