Did you know that Columbus Middle School offers Cheerleading as a school activity? We were one of the first middle schools in the state to offer this and now other middle schools are starting up their own programs. CMS Cheer started in 2012 as an after school club and has grown to be a school sponsored activity. CMS Cheer works to support the growth and success of... READ MORE >
Due to a vaccine clinic for teaching staff, there will be no school on April 12th. READ MORE >
Livestream tickets are now available for the CMS production of Sister Act Jr! Tickets can be purchased online at ColumbusPublicSchools.org/CMSMusical READ MORE >
More than 100 students auditioned for the CMS musical Sister Act Jr. and applied for the crew this year. The CMS musical “Sister Act Jr.” has 47 cast members; 24 crew members; a student assistant and student choreographer. By the time “Sister Act Jr.” is done, the students will have put in 75 hours of rehearsal. The cast and crew are both a combination of... READ MORE >
Due to the Parent/Teacher conferences being moved to Wednesday, Feb. 17, there will be no After School Program for Elementary and Middle Schools. READ MORE >
We have lots going on this week across the district!Thursday, January 28, 2021:CHS Bowling https://youtu.be/0zMxpR6YTZ4CMS Boys Basketball, 8th grade vs York: https://striv.tv/channel/columbus/Friday, January 29, 2021:CHS Boys JV & Varsity Basketball vs Lincoln Pius X: https://striv.tv/channel/columbus/CHS Theatre production of Bye Bye Birdie online viewing tickets... READ MORE >
Due to continued snowfall there will be No School or Evening Activities for Columbus Public Schools on Tuesday, January 26, 2021. READ MORE >
Due to the unfortunate timing of the storm tomorrow, unknown snow totals, and the potential of impact at dismissal time, CPS will not have school tomorrow, January 25, 2021. READ MORE >
Our CMS Choir Students once again raised money for the Holiday Spirit Co-op and Water Wells in Africa. This year’s goal was $20 per student totaling $4,700. Our students once again surpassed the goal and raised about $5000. Ms. Ditter, Ms. Owens, Ms. Haynes, 24 choir students, and 10 parents went to Wal-mart on Dec. 8th to shop for holiday gifts for children on... READ MORE >
Columbus Public Schools will move to Tier 2 “YELLOW,” model beginning January 4th and ending January 29th. We are asking parents, students, and extended family members and friends to continue to use the universal precautions to ensure we remain in school all day every day. January 4th - January 29th (Link to school year calendar & January calendar): Students... READ MORE >
We have lots of events taking place this week for Columbus Public School students. Monday, December 21, 2020:CHS Swimming & Diving vs Lincoln Northeast (AWAY): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VMXAPM71_hg Tuesday, December 22, 2020: CHS Girls JV & Varsity Basketball vs Lincoln Northeast: https://striv.tv/channel/columbus/CHS Boys JV & Varsity Basketball vs Lincoln... READ MORE >
The Nebraska Association of Local Health Directors released this update to the quarantine procedures. READ MORE >
Ms. HaynesPrincipal Research has shown that people who have an attitude of gratitude are happier people. We want to make it a habit of expressing appreciation and gratefulness for all things, big and small. There are many things we are thankful for but I have narrowed it down to a top 10. Top 10 Things We are Thankful For….. Students-- We are thankful... READ MORE >
November 17, 2020 Columbus Public Schools will move to a hybrid Tier 2 “YELLOW,” model beginning November 30th and ending December 22nd. We are well aware that the number of positive COVID results have continued to rise in Platte County. However, during the Governor’s press conference on November 9th he stated that schools continue to be one of the safest places... READ MORE >
Columbus Middle School Winter Sports Protocols General Guidelines for All Events All spectators for all events are asked to: Self-screen and take temperature at home prior to the event. If you feel ill, please stay home.Required to wear a mask at all times.Required to sign a waiver.Admission – we are asked to bring the exact change - $3 for adults & $2 for... READ MORE >
October was disability awareness month. We started the month with 5 School Unity advisory lessons which were put together by Bella, 8th grade student. She submitted a project to the Columbus Youth Philanthropy Contest and won a grant from the Columbus Area Youth Philanthropy Council. Her project is to raise awareness for people with disabilities. Bella has 2... READ MORE >
6th Grade Students of the Week Explorers - Aubrie Rolhoff - Aubrie is a kind and responsible student. She is always on task and is a good friend to everyone. We love how Aubrie tries her best every day!Navigators - Tressa Kucera - Tressa puts in her best effort into everything that she does. She is kind, helpful and a wonderful student to have in class!Anchors -... READ MORE >
The Columbus Family YMCA in partnership with Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska are providing FREE Flu Shots regardless of insurance to everyone ages 9 to 64 on Wednesday, November 11th from 4-6pm. Mark your calendars.Must register at NebraskaBlue.com/YMCAFluShot READ MORE >
Football State Playoff apparel is now available to order online until Tuesday, October 27th at 10:00am. Order now to get it in time to wear it on Friday 10/30/2020 and support your Columbus Discoverers as they head to Lincoln to take on Lincoln Southeast in the 2nd round of playoffs. https://2020chsstatefootball2.itemorder.com/sale READ MORE >
Columbus Middle School Special Education Teacher Kristi Nelson described her position as more a teacher. "Some of the hygiene things we have to do may come as a surprise to others ... it's more of a caregiver with the addition to teaching." They both require a smile. "I always say you have to be able to sing and be goofy and those kinds of things," Nelson said... READ MORE >
October 20, 2020 Columbus Public Schools will remain in Tier 2 “YELLOW,” from October 26th - November 20th, 2020. We are well aware that the number of positive COVID results have continued to rise in Platte County. However, during the Governor’s press conference on October 16th it was stated that schools are one of the safest places currently with low amounts of... READ MORE >
Press Release - October 13, 2020 Re: No in-person School on November 3, 2020 November 3, 2020 is election day across the nation. Columbus Public School sites do host voting precincts. Due to the nature of the public coming in and out of our facilities, all buildings will be closed that day. Students will not report to their school building that day, but will... READ MORE >
Anchor Hoops Boys Youth Basketball Registration Deadline Has Been Extended Fall sports are almost over and winter sports are right around the corner. It is finally time to register for Anchor Hoops! Anchor Hoops is open to all boys in grades 3-8th who are interested in basketball. Cost is $100 and includes uniform and tournament fees. For more details and to... READ MORE >
October 6, 2020 Columbus Public Schools will remain in Tier 2 “YELLOW”, from October 6 - October 23rd, 2020. This coincides with the end of the 1st quarter. We are well aware that the number of positive COVID results have continued to rise in Platte County. We are asking parents, students, and extended family members and friends to continue to use the universal... READ MORE >
Fall sports are almost over and winter sports are right around the corner. It is finally time to register for Anchor Hoops! Anchor Hoops is open to all boys in grades 3-8th who are interested in basketball. Cost is $100 and includes uniform and tournament fees. For more details and to register... READ MORE >
Sing Around Columbus Sing Around Columbus took place Thursday, Sept. 24 in the Nantkes Auditorium in CMS, postponed from April 2020. Eighty-five students in grades 5, 6 and 7 prepared the selected music in advance and then rehearsed the music with the super-talented and fun guest clinician Adam Goos from Wakefield and accompanist Katherine Welk from Hastings.... READ MORE >
CPS Families,The ParentVUE app issues have been resolved. Student gradebooks are now accessible. If you continue to receive an error message please contact stevensons@discoverers.org. READ MORE >
Don’t let anyone fool you. Singing is a full-body activity. That was the message Sing Around Columbus director Adam Goos delivered more than two dozen singers in the Nantkes Auditorium at the Columbus Middle School on Thursday afternoon. The group will perform in front of friends and family tonight at 6 p.m. in the Nantkes Auditorium. “I want you to punch when... READ MORE >
Columbus Middle School will hold parent teacher conferences on: Wednesday, September 30 from 4:00 pm to 7:30 pm Thursday, October 1st from 1:00 pm to 3:30 pm and 4:00 pm to 7:30 pm. Please sign up electronically for your time slot. A note was sent home with your student with instructions on how to do so.Only one parent/guardian will be allowed to attend and no... READ MORE >
CMS has enrolled in the Apples for the Students Program - partnering with the Columbus Super Saver. CMS will receive free educational materials by simply sending in Super Saver receipts. The program is similar to the Box Top Awards Program. READ MORE >
Columbus Public Schools will remain in Tier 2 “YELLOW”, from September 28 - October 9, 2020. All students will continue to be in school each day under the same protocols, procedures and guidance. Parents and students will continue with home screenings including taking temperature.Masks are still required of all staff and students.Social Distancing will continue... READ MORE >
Knowledge is power, so the adage goes. And in this time of COVID-19, it’s more important than ever to be aware of possible symptoms. Today, Columbus Public Schools, along with Nebraska Cooperative Government, is pleased to announce that each CPS student will receive a Kinsa Smart Thermometer for use at home. “Because fever is so often the first indication of... READ MORE >
4th Annual Discoverer Dash Friday, September 25, 20205:30 pmRegistration Begins at 5:00pmMemorial Stadium - Pawnee ParkThere will be four waves of runners, based on age. Future Discoverers (ages 3-5) Parents may run with their children in this division only.Discoverers in Training (ages 6-8)Discoverer Prospects (ages 9-11)Discoverers (ages 12-14)You can register... READ MORE >
Columbus Middle School Announces Fall Sports Protocol Columbus, NEB - (September 10, 2020) With the start of the fall sports season, Columbus Middle School has released their protocol for activities for the fall and precautionary steps that are being taken to ensure the safety of all involved. The current DHM restricts outdoor events to 75% capacity and indoor... READ MORE >
Columbus, NEB - (September 10, 2020) Columbus Public Schools will participate in the USDA waiver program and begin permitting every in attendance, onsite, and enrolled student to receive a full breakfast and full lunch meal each day at the cost of $0. This program will begin on Monday, September 14, 2020 and will be offered on regularly scheduled school days thru... READ MORE >
Press Release: September 4, 2020 Columbus Public Schools will remain in Tier 2 “YELLOW”, from September 8 - September 25, 2020. All students will continue to be in school each day under the same protocols, procedures and guidance. Parents and students will continue with home screenings including taking temperature.Masks are still required of all staff and... READ MORE >
CMS welcomed a large 5th-grade class at our 5th grade orientation nights on August 19 and 20. Nearly 85 percent of the 5th-grade students and a parent attended before school started. On August 24th, when we welcomed students back to school, we had less than 1 percent of our students arrive without a mask. Those few that did gladly accepted a disposable mask so... READ MORE >
CPS Families: CPS will be sending out information on our new Parent Food Service portal called Wordware this week. The letter gives instructions on how to activate your account which gives you the ability to apply for free and reduced meals, check your family balance, make payments, and see detailed information on charges. You can also set it up for... READ MORE >
Whether it's your first or thousandth time walking down the halls of CMS, you're always guaranteed to see a smiling face. We're excited to introduce your CMS teachers for this year! READ MORE >
Picture days for CMS students will be as follows:5th & 6th grade on Monday, August 31, 20207th & 8th grade on Tuesday, September 1, 2020 READ MORE >
Columbus Middle School is again offering the opportunity for it's students, families and staff to purchase Discoverer wear. Last day to order will be August 28th. https://2020cmsapparel.itemorder.com/sale READ MORE >
Information found within this plan is based on the assumption that we continue to be in Tier 2 (Yellow) of the East Central District Health Department Risk Assessment Dial. English CPS anuncia el Plan de Regreso a la Escuela La información que se encuentra en este plan se basa en la suposición de que seguimos estando en el Nivel 2 (Amarillo) del Dial de... READ MORE >
CPS is offering a new way to purchase school supplies for the upcoming 2020-2021 school year. Now through July 24th you can order your supplies online at www.educationalproducts.com/sh... . For more information or if you have questions please contact your building principal. READ MORE >
A letter from our Superintendent, Dr. Troy Loeffelholz: Over the past three weeks, over 90 Columbus Public School staff members have been engaged in committee work to determine the best plan “blueprint” to open school for the 2020-2021 school year. The purpose of this blueprint is to provide a framework for how Columbus Public Schools will respond to the COVID-19... READ MORE >
Summer Hours Until July 31, 2020 for All CPS Buildings: Monday thru Thursday 7:00am - 4:00pm Friday 7:30am-11:30am Beginning June 15, 2020 our school buildings will be open to the public. All visitors are by APPOINTMENT only. As we start allowing the public to access our buildings, there is some guidance and “MUST” do rules to be followed: When making an... READ MORE >
CPS Shooting Challenge 2020 has been an unprecedented year. We wish we were in the gym working with the athletes from our community from 3rd-12th grade, but we have been forced to get creative. The best way for us to unite as a basketball community is to learn and compete virtually. Join Swish Hoops, Anchor Hoops and the Columbus High School Boys and Girls... READ MORE >
The CPS Foundation is pleased to announce the 2020 Operations Employee of the Year, Educator of the Year Runner-Up and Educator of the Year. The Operations Employee of the Year Award was created to recognize district employees who excel in their service to the teacher and students of CPS, for the contributions that better the quality and advancement of... READ MORE >
As the number of positive COVID-19 cases grow in Platte County, Columbus Public Schools will begin additional precautions for the safety of our staff. The lunch program will continue Monday-Thursday 11am-1pm. Staff will no longer place meals in cars. Families must pick up the grab and go bags from designated areas allowing for 6 feet of separation. Please... READ MORE >
CMS Collection of Materials CMS will NOT be collecting any 5th-8th grade students’ computers and chargers. Students need to keep them in a safe place over the summer and bring them back next fall ready to use them. 8th grade students are required to return their computer bag. The bag must have the student’s name on it. There is a clear pocket to place the... READ MORE >
Hello everyone!CMS wants to invite all current 5th grade students to join 6th grade band next year! Please fill out this form if your student is interested!https://forms.gle/sC8u1C2iMkvpmCSs5 If you would like to learn more about each instrument, please go to this linkbit.ly/2JRdGLa All students who are interested in band need to sign up on this form by... READ MORE >
All of us at CMS miss you! And we want you to return as soon as possible. But in order to get you back on the field, into the classrooms, and on the stage, we’re asking all Discoverers to do their part. READ MORE >
Help recreate one of the best weeks of the entire school year! The Columbus Public School District will celebrate “Virtual Spirit Week” Monday, April 20 through Friday, April 24. Since we can’t be together in person, please take photos of each day and either comment with your photo or email them to cps.pr@discoverers.org and we will post them to Facebook. READ MORE >
The CPS school closure lunch program has updated the serving times at the following locations:CMS, Centennial, Emerson, Lost Creek, North Park, West Park, Duncan Village Hall and Carriage House Estates.April 6th-April 21st; Monday-Thursday 11am-1pm.Beginning April 22nd -end of school year pick-ups will take place on Wednesday from 11 a.m. - 1p.m. and you will pick... READ MORE >
The CPS Distance Learning website is up and running. On this site, you will be able to choose your student's education level, school, grade and then teacher. Here you will find your student's MUST DO's and their MAY DO's each week along with where to find the resources to be able to complete the assignments. Also on this site there are links for parent tips as... READ MORE >
April 2, 2020 Columbus Public Schools will remain closed through the remainder of the 2019-2020 school year, and we will continue with online/packet education through the end of the year. This closure came at the directive of Governor Ricketts to all schools in the state of Nebraska. This is in no way how we wanted this school year to end, but we know we are... READ MORE >
April 2, 2020 Columbus Public Schools will remain closed through the remainder of the 2019-2020 school year, and we will continue with online/packet education through the end of the year. This closure came at the directive of Governor Ricketts to all schools in the state of Nebraska. This is in no way how we wanted this school year to end, but we know we are... READ MORE >
During our school closure, Columbus Public Schools wants to ensure that students are still receiving an education. Beginning March 30, Middle School teachers will begin assigning work for students to complete. All students will receive the contents of his/her locker and fitness locker.All students will receive their school computer (some may already be at home). ... READ MORE >
Check out this site prepared by our CPS Curriculum Department. Here you can find Home Enrichment Activities to do with your children while the schools are closed. https://sites.google.com/disco... Visite este sitio preparado por el Departamento de Currículo de las Escuelas Públicas de Columbus. Aquí usted puede encontrar Actividades de Enriquecimiento que usted... READ MORE >
East Central District Health Department has set up 3 informational hotlines for those with questions or showing symptoms of the 2019 Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19).For General Information please call 211.If you have recently traveled to China, South Korea, Italy, Hong Kong, Japan, Iran or the states of California, Washington, or New York OR If you have the... READ MORE >
Grab & Go bags will now be available for pick up Monday - Thursday. Thursdays Bags will include not only Friday's breakfast but a lunch for Friday as well. At our lunch program sites, pick-up will work in a drive thru format. Families do not need to leave their vehicles. Meals can be picked up at any location that is convenient for you. Also, anyone can... READ MORE >
Click here for a link to a pdf version of the 2020-2021 calendar!https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/599636/2020-21_Calendar_Final.pdf READ MORE >
From a piece of wood that shaped like a doorstop, to a speeding car powered by CO2 that’s the project 6th grade STEM recently undertook. “This is an exciting project for us,” CMS STEM teacher Shantelle Suiter said. “This group just worked so hard on their projects. They did a great job.” The project seems pretty straight forward on paper. Take a solid piece of... READ MORE >
Today, we are joining @NELovesPS to celebrate I Love Public Schools Day 2020! Check out just one of our student videos on why they are #ProudToBeCMS! #ILovePublicSchools #DiscovererPride READ MORE >
Saturday, February 8th Columbus High School 9:00 -12 CHECK IN STARTS @ 8:30AM ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- $25 includes T-shirt, 2 tickets to the game, snacks & FUN Name:___________School:__________Grade:______ Parent Name:__________Emergency... READ MORE >
Estancias is the term for large cattle ranches in the second-largest country by area in South America. Can you name this country? That’s what nearly a dozen middle schoolers attempted to do Thursday as they competed in the National Geographic GeoBee. Nicholas won the event, and Jon and Camila finished second and third, respectively. “This is fun. Just relax... READ MORE >
So we're not going to lie, we're still pretty stuffed from the Thanksgiving Feast last week. Thank you for our guests. What a great tradition to be a part of!Find more photos here. READ MORE >
When the next snow storm blows in, be prepared. For school closings, be sure to have an updated cell phone number at the 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 >
Cards on heads, tennis balls in cups and a story on the Right family. Normally for a fifth-grader, those wouldn’t mean a thing. But on Friday at Columbus Middle School, they were the lesson as CMS played host to the Nebraska Extension leadership summit. “We were really excited and gracious for the middle school to host us,” Extension Associate Jayd Roberts said.... READ MORE >
CMS students and families joined more than 1 million participants in the nationwide event, CASP Lights on Afterschool. The rally for afterschool programs was a collection of nearly 8,000 events across the U.S. Click here for more! READ MORE >
Gather your pillowcases and pumpkin pails, your costumes and characters and join us for the 2019 CPS Trunk or Treat event happening on Halloween (Thursday, Oct. 31) from 5 to 6 p.m. at the Columbus Middle School (East Side of 2200 26th St.)Costumes are encouraged and come dressed for the weather, as the event will go on rain or shine!A special thanks goes to the... READ MORE >
Do you have box tops laying around at home or wonder what they are for? Well CMS would like your help in collecting them. Collecting Box Tops is easy, purchase items at stores such as baking or bakeware, cereal, food storage, snacks, etc., cut around the box top logo and bring it to the office at CMS. This year CMS purchased a refilling water bottle water fountain... 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 >
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