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Students at Burroughs Elementary Learn about Eco-Friendly Gardening with Hydroponics

A hydroponic tower is a vertical garden where vegetables grow without soil. This water-based growing approach uses less space and resources than traditional gardening.

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Trotting into Learning: Trevitt Elementary Schools’ Visit to Dreams on Horseback

The adventurous students at Trevitt saddled up for a field trip to Dreams on Horseback, which provides equine therapy, vocational training, and sensory experiences for children and young adults with disabilities.

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Scholar Walk Brings Seniors Back to Elementary School One Last Time

Dressed in their cap and gowns, Independence seniors paraded behind their marching band through the halls waving to younger students, who clapped the seniors along.

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WATCH: Dr. Chapman Outlines Priorities for District

New Superintendent Dr. Angela Chapman discusses top priorities as the 2022-2023 school year comes to a close.

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New Educators Celebrated for their Hard Work and Success

Just like their students, new Columbus City Schools educators found their school year full of mentorship, inspiration, and growth.

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WATCH: Dr. Chapman Says "Thank You" To CCS Community

Dr. Angela Chapman sends a thank you message to the community after being appointed as the 22nd Superintendent in Columbus City Schools history.

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Students and Families Prepare for Kindergarten at District Countdown to Kindergarten Event

The event was a chance for families to get information about the upcoming school year to help ease the transition for their young learners.

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Georgian Heights Students Get Hands-on with Technology

The Georgian Heights Techie Club aims to bring technology professionals to the classroom. There, they show students the basics of different technological fields.

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The Family Connector - May 19, 2023

Read the latest edition of CCS' newsletter for families!

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Indianola Walhalla Art Walk Tells Important Story on Global Water Issues

This new installation, Walhalla Art Walk, is a huge collaborative project between Indianola Informal K-8’s STEAM class and the surrounding community. The art walk consists of 13 wooden displays lining High Street to Brynhild Road.

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Author Lauren Tarshis Shares Inspiring Message with CCS Students

Students at Indianola Informal K-8 and Olde Orchard Elementary recently got the chance to hear from a New York Times best-selling author.

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Speech-Language Pathologists Impact Students Through Individualized Support

Columbus City Schools employs almost 80 speech-language pathologists who assist thousands of students across the District. Through their work, speech-language pathologists help kids grow their confidence by equipping them with communication and literacy skills.

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Columbus City Schools Board of Education Selects Dr. Angela Chapman As Next Superintendent

The Columbus City Schools Board of Education has selected Dr. Angela Chapman as the District’s next Superintendent. Dr. Chapman has been serving as Interim Superintendent since December 2022, following the announcement that Dr. Talisa Dixon would retire at the end of the school year.

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Teacher, Breast Cancer Survivor Impacts Community

At 23 years old, Morgan Chase, a third-grade teacher at Devonshire Elementary School, was diagnosed with Stage 2 inflammatory breast cancer. After undergoing two years of treatment, Chase is cancer free. Today, she uses her story to impact women of all ages across Columbus – starting in the classroom.

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Teaching a Calling for Salem Elementary Teacher

For Marcia Turner Conley, teaching is a calling. It’s why she taught for 37 years before retiring. It's also why she returned from retirement to be a substitute teacher. This year will be her 48th year teaching for Columbus City Schools.

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Community, Relationships Key to Success for Maize Elementary Teacher

It was at an early age that Michelle Weber knew she was destined to become a teacher. From small-town Ohio to the Buckeye capital, Weber has over 25 years of experience teaching with Columbus City Schools.

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#TogetherWeReadCCS Uses Classic Favorite to Teach Social-Emotional Well-Being During Virtual Storytime

Our #TogetherWeReadCCS storytime is back for another episode, and today we’re reading Chicken Little: The Real and Totally True Tale by Sam Wedelich, an author and illustrator from New York.

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Teacher Goes Above and Beyond to Improve Students' Reading Skills

Devon Schaffran, a teacher at Oakmont, is dedicated to helping students at a pivotal time in their lives when they are learning how to read.

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Region I Leaders Celebrate Strong Regional Partnerships

The event featured talented students from Binns, Briggs, Wedgewood, and Westmoor Middle Schools. Students showcased everything from musical talents to visual art.

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Parkmoor Principal Dr. Charmaine Campbell Honored with Award in Education

Throughout her 18 years in education, Campbell has had many accomplishments, including being presented with an award in education from People Like Me.

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