☀️ Looking for ways to keep your child learning, creating, and exploring this summer?

The AEA has compiled a fantastic collection of FREE summer learning resources for students and families! From reading and math activities to creative projects, virtual learning opportunities, and educational games, there is something for every age and interest.

Summer is a great time to build skills, spark curiosity, and continue learning in fun and engaging ways. We encourage our Wildcat families to check out these resources and find activities that fit their summer adventures!

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View the Summer Learning Resources here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/11hH1sPXKtK2WIKdJmxG1UEgV95nZ3q-s/view?usp=sharing

Have a safe, fun, and learning-filled summer! 💙🤍🐾
#ColumbusWildcats #SummerLearning #WildcatPride #LearningBeyondTheClassroom
1 day ago, Liz Goodwin
⛽💙 We're in the home stretch! 💙⛽

With just ONE month left in the Fuel Up & Give Back Program, our community has already raised an incredible $4,495.87 for Columbus Community Schools!

Our goal is $6,230.46, and with your help, we can get there by June 30th. Every gallon purchased at the Columbus Junction FAST STOP helps support our students and schools.

🚗 Fill up your tank.
💙 Support our students.
⛽ Turn gallons into giving.

Thank you to everyone who has fueled up and given back so far! Let's finish strong and make a lasting impact for Columbus Community Schools! #FuelUpGiveBack #WildcatPride #CommunityStrong #SupportOurSchools

⛽💙 ¡Estamos en la recta final! 💙⛽

¡Con solo un mes restante en el programa Fuel Up & Give Back, nuestra comunidad ya ha recaudado la increíble cantidad de $4,495.87 para el Distrito Escolar de Columbus Community Schools!

Nuestra meta es $6,230.46, y con su ayuda podemos alcanzarla antes del 30 de junio. Cada galón de gasolina que compre en Columbus Junction FAST STOP ayuda a apoyar a nuestros estudiantes y escuelas.

🚗 Llene su tanque.
💙 Apoye a nuestros estudiantes.
⛽ Convierta galones en donaciones.

¡Gracias a todos los que han participado y apoyado esta iniciativa hasta ahora! ¡Terminemos con fuerza y hagamos una diferencia duradera para Columbus Community Schools!

#FuelUpGiveBack #OrgulloWildcat #ComunidadUnida #ApoyeNuestrasEscuelas
1 day ago, Liz Goodwin
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🧠💡 Looking for a fun way to keep your brain active this summer?

Our K–12 TAG Teacher, Mr. Kehoe, has put together a collection of Online Extension Games & Activities for students and families to enjoy throughout the summer! These engaging puzzles and challenges help build critical thinking, problem-solving, math, vocabulary, geography, and logic skills while having fun.

From Wordle and Sudoku to math puzzles, reasoning games, geography challenges, and more, there's something for everyone! Whether you're looking for a quick daily challenge or unlimited brain-boosting activities, these resources are a great way to keep learning going all summer long.

Thank you, Mr. Kehoe, for sharing these excellent enrichment opportunities with our students! 🌟

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1LI05CFirSm2qYRUeBJ4BE2FvGQExv6Vp/view?usp=sharing

#ColumbusWildcats #TAG #SummerLearning #BrainBoost #LearningBeyondTheClassroom #WildcatPride
3 days ago, Liz Goodwin
🍎☀️ FREE SUMMER MEALS FOR KIDS! ☀️🍎

Columbus Community Schools is excited to offer FREE school lunches for all children ages 2–18 from June 1st through June 25th!

📅 Monday–Thursday
🍽️ Free lunch served on-site
🥣 A bagged breakfast for the next day will be sent home with each child

This is a great opportunity for children to enjoy nutritious meals throughout the summer at no cost to families.

📍 Open to all children ages 2–18
📅 June 1–25
💙 We look forward to seeing you there!

Please help us spread the word by sharing this post with friends, family, and neighbors. #WildcatPride #SummerMeals #ColumbusCommunitySchools #KidsEatFree 💙🤍🐾

🍎☀️ ¡COMIDAS DE VERANO GRATIS PARA NIÑOS! ☀️🍎

¡Las Escuelas Comunitarias de Columbus se complacen en ofrecer almuerzos escolares GRATIS para todos los niños de 2 a 18 años del 1 al 25 de junio!

📅 Lunes a jueves
🍽️ Almuerzo gratis servido en la escuela
🥣 Además, cada niño recibirá un desayuno empacado para llevar a casa para el día siguiente

Esta es una excelente oportunidad para que los niños disfruten de comidas nutritivas durante el verano sin costo para las familias.

📍 Abierto para todos los niños de 2 a 18 años
📅 Del 1 al 25 de junio
💙 ¡Esperamos verlos allí!

Por favor, ayúdenos a compartir esta información con amigos, familiares y vecinos.
3 days ago, Liz Goodwin
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It’s the LAST DAY of school at Columbus! 💙🤍🐾

What an incredible year of learning, growth, memories, and Wildcat pride! We are so proud of our students, staff, and families for all of their hard work throughout the 2025–2026 school year.

Reminder: We will dismiss today at 1:30 PM.

Have a safe, fun, and relaxing summer, Wildcats! ☀️📚✏️
9 days ago, Liz Goodwin
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🩺 Trinity Muscatine Public Health On the Go is coming to Conesville!

Join us on Tuesday, June 9th from 2:00–6:00 PM at the Conesville Community Center (102 3rd St, Conesville, IA) for FREE screenings, health resources, and information for families and community members.

Services available include:
• Blood pressure checks
• Hep C/HIV screenings
• Immunization consultations
• Blood lead testing for children ages 0–5
• A1C diabetes testing
• Developmental screenings for children ages 0–5
• Pregnancy resources
• Dental screenings for children and pregnant women

Walk-ins are welcome! You can also pre-register using the QR code on the flyer.

For questions, call 563-263-0122.

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🩺 ¡Trinity Muscatine Public Health On the Go llegará a Conesville!

Acompáñenos el martes 9 de junio de 2:00–6:00 PM en el Centro Comunitario de Conesville (102 3rd St, Conesville, IA) para recibir exámenes GRATIS, recursos de salud e información para familias y miembros de la comunidad.

Los servicios incluyen:
• Revisión de presión arterial
• Exámenes de Hepatitis C y VIH
• Consultas de inmunización
• Pruebas de plomo en la sangre para niños de 0–5 años
• Prueba A1C para diabetes
• Evaluaciones del desarrollo para niños de 0–5 años
• Recursos para el embarazo
• Exámenes dentales para niños y mujeres embarazadas

¡Se aceptan personas sin cita! También puede registrarse previamente usando el código QR en el volante.

Si tiene preguntas, llame al 563-263-0122.

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10 days ago, Liz Goodwin
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We are wrapping up our end-of-year ISASP rewards and celebrations! Congratulations to our 8th grade and 10th grade students for earning pool parties based on their ISASP growth and proficiency.

10th Grade Pool Party: Tuesday, May 26th from 1:00–3:00 PM
8th Grade Pool Party: Wednesday, May 27th from 12:00–1:00 PM (last day of school)

Thank you all for supporting and encouraging our students throughout the year!

Thanks,
Liz
15 days ago, Liz Goodwin
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🎓 Attention Incoming Freshman Families! 🎓

Join us for the ICAN Freshman Transition Program on Monday, May 18th in the High School Library!

🕕 6:00 PM – English Session
🕖 7:00 PM – Spanish Session

This informative program will help students and families begin planning for the future and explore important topics such as:

✔️ Career Assessment & Pathway Identification using ACT Profile
✔️ Course Selection based on Career & College Outlook
✔️ Apprenticeship, Military, & College Degree Options
✔️ Financing Education & College Cost Projections
✔️ Money Management Basics
✔️ A Parent’s Role in the Transition Process

We encourage all incoming freshman families to attend!

For more information, please contact Chris Wulf at chris.wulf@columbuscsd.org.
28 days ago, Liz Goodwin
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Please join us in giving a warm Wildcat welcome to the new principal of Roundy Elementary, Mr. Steven Green! 💙🐾

Mr. Green brings over two decades of educational experience serving students in both rural and urban settings from PK–12. He is passionate about building strong relationships with students, staff, and families while continuing the positive culture and traditions already in place at Roundy Elementary.

We are excited for the future of Roundy Elementary and look forward to the leadership, collaboration, and care Mr. Green will bring to our students, staff, and families.

Welcome to Columbus Community Schools, Mr. Green! 💙🤍

#WildcatPride #RoundyElementary #LeadingTogetherGrowingTogether #WelcomeToColumbus
28 days ago, Liz Goodwin
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⛽💙 We are officially at the halfway point of the FUEL UP & GIVE BACK program, and thanks to our amazing community, you have already helped raise $3,115.23 for Columbus Community School District! 🎉🐾

Wouldn’t it be incredible if we could DOUBLE that amount and raise $6,230.46 or more by the end of the program? We know we can do it with your help! 🙌

Now through June 30th, every gallon pumped at the Columbus Junction FAST STOP helps support our students and schools. 🚗⛽

Let’s keep fueling up, giving back, and showing the power of our Wildcat community! 💙

Thank you for your continued support of Columbus Community Schools!

#WildcatPride #FuelUpGiveBack #ColumbusCSD
29 days ago, Liz Goodwin
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🌿 Exciting Things Are Growing at Columbus Community Schools! 🌿

In preparation for our native garden creation in the courtyard outdoor learning classroom, Ms. Pugh’s science classes will be hosting a plant sale featuring mostly hostas! 🌱

All funds raised from the sale will go toward updating the courtyard, with a special goal of adding a beautiful water feature for students and staff to enjoy. 💧

🪴 Plant Sale Details:
📍 Baseball field dugout area
📅 Friday, May 8
⏰ 3:30 PM–5:30 PM

Additional sale dates for next week will be announced soon!

Questions or need to arrange an alternate pickup time? Please contact Mrs. Pugh at tessa.pugh@columbuscsd.org.

Thank you for supporting our students and helping us create an engaging outdoor learning space for Columbus Community School District! 💙

about 1 month ago, Liz Goodwin
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💙 Happy School Nurses Day to our amazing school nurse, Jenny Conaway! 💙

Thank you for the care, compassion, patience, and support you show our students and staff each and every day. From bandaids and ice packs to comforting worried students and keeping our school healthy and safe, you do it all with kindness and a smile.

We appreciate you more than you know and are so thankful to have you as part of the Columbus Community School District family! 🩺🐾
about 1 month ago, Liz Goodwin
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✨🎶 8th Grade Formal – You’re Invited! 🎶✨

Get ready for a night of fun, music, and memories! 💃🕺

📅 Date: Friday, May 22nd
⏰ Time: 7:00–10:00 PM
📍 Location: Cafeteria

🎟️ Tickets: $2.00 (sold at JH Lunch)

👗 Dress Code: Formal & Fancy – come dressed to impress!

👥 Who can attend?
This event is for 8th grade students only. Non-8th grade guests may attend only if invited by an 8th grade student and accompanied by a purchased ticket.

Let’s make it a night to remember, Wildcats! 💙🐾
about 1 month ago, Liz Goodwin
8th
🏐 Columbus Community School District is Hiring! 🐾

We are looking for passionate leaders to join our Wildcat team!

Open Positions:
🔹 Head High School Volleyball Coach
🔹 Assistant High School Volleyball Coach

If you’re ready to make an impact, build relationships, and support our student-athletes, we’d love to hear from you!

📩 Interested? Contact:
Michael Aragon
📧 mike.aragon@columbuscsd.org

📞 319-728-2911 x9095

Come be a part of something great at Columbus! 💙 #WildcatPride
about 1 month ago, Liz Goodwin
volleyball

🍎 Teacher Appreciation Week is May 4th–May 8th! 🍎

Next week, we celebrate the incredible teachers and staff who show up every single day to support, inspire, and care for our students. Their impact goes far beyond the classroom, and we are so grateful for all they do! 💙

Looking for ways to show your appreciation?
✨ Send a kind or encouraging email
✨ Have your child make a card or picture
✨ Encourage your child to say “thank you”
✨ Give a shout-out to a favorite teacher right here on Facebook

Let’s take time this week to recognize and celebrate the amazing educators who make a difference in our school community every day.

💙 Thank you, teachers and staff. You are truly appreciated! 💙

🍎 ¡La Semana de Agradecimiento a los Maestros es del 4 al 8 de mayo! 🍎

La próxima semana celebramos a los increíbles maestros y al personal que están presentes todos los días para apoyar, inspirar y cuidar a nuestros estudiantes. Su impacto va mucho más allá del aula, ¡y estamos muy agradecidos por todo lo que hacen! 💙

¿Buscas formas de mostrar tu agradecimiento?
✨ Envía un correo electrónico amable o de ánimo
✨ Pide a tu hijo(a) que haga una tarjeta o dibujo
✨ Anima a tu hijo(a) a decir “gracias”
✨ Haz un reconocimiento a tu maestro(a) favorito(a) aquí mismo en Facebook

Tomemos un momento esta semana para reconocer y celebrar a los maravillosos educadores que marcan la diferencia en nuestra comunidad escolar todos los días.

💙 ¡Gracias, maestros y personal. Realmente los apreciamos! 💙

about 1 month ago, Liz Goodwin
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Attention Juniors and Parents/Guardians: The Iowa College Aide Network will be here to present a Financial Aide Night for Juniors and Parents on May 4th in the high school library; 6 PM in English and 7 PM in Spanish. This is an opportunity to learn about all types of financial aide available to your student as a senior, as well as go over the FAFSA form.

Atención estudiantes de penúltimo año y padres/tutores: La Red de Ayuda Financiera Universitaria de Iowa estará aquí para presentar una Noche de Ayuda Financiera para Juniors y Padres el 4 de mayo en la biblioteca de la escuela secundaria; 6 PM en inglés y 7 PM en español. Esta es una oportunidad para aprender sobre todos los tipos de ayuda financiera disponibles para su estudiante como senior, así como revisar el formulario FAFSA.
about 1 month ago, Liz Goodwin
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🌟 Finish Strong, Wildcats! Attendance Matters in May! 🌟

As we head into the final stretch of the school year, every day counts! 📚

Even in May, learning is still going strong in our classrooms. Students are:
✔️ Building on skills learned all year
✔️ Finishing important projects and assessments
✔️ Preparing for a successful transition to the next grade

When students miss school, they miss out on these valuable opportunities and it can be hard to catch up. Consistent attendance helps students stay confident, connected, and ready for what’s next!

Let’s work together to finish the year strong 💙
✅ Be here
✅ Be on time
✅ Be ready to learn

Thank you for partnering with us to support your child’s success each and every day!

🌟 ¡Terminen con fuerza, Wildcats! ¡La asistencia es importante en mayo! 🌟

A medida que nos acercamos a la recta final del año escolar, ¡cada día cuenta! 📚

Incluso en mayo, el aprendizaje sigue en pleno desarrollo en nuestras aulas. Los estudiantes están:
✔️ Fortaleciendo las habilidades aprendidas durante todo el año
✔️ Terminando proyectos y evaluaciones importantes
✔️ Preparándose para una transición exitosa al siguiente grado

Cuando los estudiantes faltan a la escuela, pierden estas valiosas oportunidades y puede ser difícil ponerse al día. ¡La asistencia constante ayuda a los estudiantes a mantenerse seguros, conectados y listos para lo que sigue!

Trabajemos juntos para terminar el año con éxito 💙
✅ Estar presentes
✅ Llegar a tiempo
✅ Estar listos para aprender

¡Gracias por colaborar con nosotros para apoyar el éxito de su hijo/a todos los días!
about 1 month ago, Liz Goodwin
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💙🍎 Happy School Lunch Hero Day! 🍎💙

Today we celebrate and thank our amazing school lunch heroes at Columbus Community School District!

Each and every day, you show up with a smile, serving nutritious breakfasts and lunches that fuel our students for learning and success. Your kindness, dedication, and care make a difference far beyond the cafeteria.

We are so grateful for you!

👏 Thank you for all that you do! 👏
about 1 month ago, Liz Goodwin
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🎉 Happy School Principals’ Day! 🎉

Today we celebrate two incredible leaders who make a difference in our schools every single day, Cassie Stewart, our elementary principal, and Paul Kissell, our secondary principal!

Your dedication, leadership, and heart for students, staff, and our entire community do not go unnoticed. ❤️ We love how you show up and serve each and every day for Columbus Community School District.

Thank you for all that you do to make our schools a great place to learn and grow. We appreciate you! 💙🐾
about 1 month ago, Liz Goodwin
school principal day
🚍💛 Happy National School Bus Driver Appreciation Day! 💛🚍

Today we celebrate and thank our incredible transportation team at Columbus Community Schools!

Our bus drivers are often the first smiling face our students see in the morning and the last goodbye at the end of the day. They go above and beyond to ensure every student arrives safely, feels welcomed, and starts their day off right.

Thank you for your dedication, patience, and the many miles you travel to keep our students safe. We appreciate all that you do more than you know!

#ThankYouBusDrivers #WildcatPride #ColumbusCommunitySchools
about 1 month ago, Liz Goodwin
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