When the next snow storm blows in, be prepared.For school closings, be sure to have an updated cell phone number at your school's office as we will send out text message updates via Remind. Also, our closings are announced on local media outlets including plattevalley.newschannelnebraska.com, KLIR Radio, KETV-7 and Channel 10/11 Lincoln. READ MORE >
An estimated 1,300 people visited this year's Trunk or Treat event last night making it a "BOO-ming" success! Thanks to everyone who came out and all the businesses, organizations and volunteers who make this possible each year. Once the sugar rush wears off, we'll be planning for 2020, our 10-year anniversary! Visit the gallery here! READ MORE >
More Than 100 Students Participated in Apply 2 College DayIsaiah May, Communication Specialist, CPSMore than 100 CHS seniors got the chance to meet and potentially apply for college Tuesday at the Apply 2 College event held at the school. The day, which has been held the last four years, brings colleges and post-graduation institutions to CHS, allowing the senior... READ MORE >
This is an exciting event and we are proud CHS is able to provide this opportunity for seniors. This day is an opportunity for seniors to submit their application for admission to Nebraska 2- and 4-year Colleges or to commit to a military branch. 9-11:30 Approximately 15 college representatives will be here to help you fill out college applications. Be thinking of... READ MORE >
The 2019 fall sports parent meeting will take place on Wednesday, August 7th at 6:30pm in the CHS Concert Hall. READ MORE >
Columbus residents and drivers, please be aware of construction on 3rd Ave and it's closure. The Centennial Elementary parking lot is not a through street and CPS has placed barricades to ensure student and public safety. READ MORE >
The CHS Activities Department is excited to announce that it is now offering the convenience of online registration through FamilyID (www.familyid.com). For kids going out for Sports: https://www.familyid.com/programs/columbus-high-school-athletics-registration-2019-2020 For kids in non-sport activities: https://www.familyid.com/programs/chs-non-sport-activities READ MORE >
Columbus High School is pleased to announce the hiring of Jennifer Schutt as the next Head Girls Soccer Coach. Coach Schutt is a 2010 graduate of York College where she received a bachelors degree in elementary education and was a member of the women’s soccer team. Coach Schutt’s coaching experience includes an assistant coaching position at York High School... READ MORE >
Columbus Public Schools is excited to announce that Mrs. Angie Luebbe has been hired as the Principal at Emerson Elementary School. Angie is a graduate of the University of Nebraska at Kearney with a bachelor's degree in elementary education, a master degree in administration, special education and reading specialist endorsement from Doane College. Mrs.... READ MORE >
Columbus High School is excited to announce that Tim Kwapnioski has been hired as the Activities Director for the 2019-2020 school year.Tim is a graduate of Columbus High School and holds a bachelors degree from South Dakota State University, a masters degrees from Wayne State College and the University of Nebraska Kearney, along with an education specialist from... READ MORE >
Join us on Wednesday, May 15th from 4-6 pm in the Cafeteria to meet our new principal Mr. Hiebner. He would love to meet all the students, parents and staff members! Le invitamos el miercoles, 15 de mayo de 4-6 pm en la cafeteria de la escuela para conocer a nuestro director nuevo, el Sr. Hiebner. A él le encantaría conocer a todos ¡los alumnos, padres y al... READ MORE >
Dee Hanson with Bank of the Valley presented Executive Director of Business Operations and Human Relations Dave Melick with a check for Columbus Public Schools. The money comes from the School Pride Credit Card Program. She said the program was started in 2015, and CPS is one of 8 schools the bank has a partnership with. Hanson said the school branded credit card... READ MORE >
Congratulation to Emma Benck for being chosen as to the Unsung Senior All-State Team from Prep Volleyball. To find out about Emma's story, go to https://www.prepdig.com/2018/1... READ MORE >
We are entering the time of year when we see influenza (flu) and other respiratory viruses at school. This information is to help you determine when to keep your child at home. ★Signs of the Flu (unlike a cold, Flu symptoms usually start abruptly) ○Fever or feeling feverish/chills. Signs of a fever include chills, feeling very warm, flushed appearance or... READ MORE >
Click here to find out what the plans are for the former Columbus Middle School at https://columbustelegram.com/news/local/partial-demolition-of-former-middle-school-underway/article_dc01a7a0-9bcc-5a19-8aa0-bd881a8aaed7.html#tracking-source=home-top-story-1 READ MORE >
Congratulations to the Columbus Public Schools Skilled and Technical Science programs for receiving the Program of Excellence Award. This is one of the highest honors given to Skilled and Technical Sciences programs and departments in Nebraska and is presented in recognition of outstanding contributions to the profession and students. The Program of Excellence... READ MORE >
A special thank you to Tim Pospisil for his dedicated service to the Columbus Public Schools Board of Education and the promotion of excellence in our students and staff at CPS. READ MORE >
CHS Senior Joseph Campbell Jr. received the Letter of Commendation from the National Merit Scholarship Program for outstanding performance on the 2017 Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT). His test scores placed him in a select group of 34,000 from more than 1. 6 million students who entered the 2019 competition. Joseph is the son of... READ MORE >
CHS junior Allie Gotschall received the Award of Excellence from the national Academy of Future Physicians and Medical Scientists. This past June she represented CHS and the state of Nebraska at the Congress of Future Medical Leaders in Boston, Massachusetts. One of the highlights of the trip was to see a live surgery. The Congress of Future Medical Leaders is an... READ MORE >