December 2025

Welcome back from Wellness Week! I hope everyone enjoyed a restful break. As December begins and the weather turns colder, please make sure your child comes to school with a warm coat, hat, and gloves so they can enjoy recess comfortably. If your child needs a coat, let their teacher know—we have some available to provide.

As we wrap up 2025, thank you for your continued support of our school community. We’re excited for a memorable December with several important events ahead. Please see the important dates below and add them to your calendar.

12/5 4th Grade Field Trip

12/10 Winter Concert

12/11 Parent Meeting

12/15 Picture Retake Day

12/15 1st Quarter Awards Assemblies

• Primary (K-2) : 10:00am
• Intermediate (3-5) : 2:00pm

12/19 30 minute Early Release

12/22 - 1/2 Winter Break : No School

We will begin our middle of the year iReady assessment testing from December 1-19. Please remember to encourage your child to take their time and to do their best on this important test. You can support your student by making sure they get a good night's rest and encouraging them to do their best. Students will only take their diagnostic at school but see the videos below for more information about the test that they will be taking.

Understanding i-Ready Diagnostic Data for Families

After students take their diagnostic, they will have individual lessons that they complete at school and that they can work on at home. Here are some tips to help you understand how to support your learner at home.

iReady Tips for families

Students will depart Valleyview on a bus at 9:30am. A signed permission slip is needed by 12/4/25. If you have any questions please reach out to Teacher C.

There will be 2 showtimes:

• 9:30 am - 10:00 am
• 10:30 am - 11:00 am

Performances from:

4th Grade Beginning Strings

5th Grade Strings

5th Grade Beginning Band

4th & 5th Grade Choir

Columbus is the largest city in Ohio and the vibrant heart of our state’s culture. At the center of its rich history and arts scene stands the Lincoln Theatre, a cherished landmark in our community.

Originally opened in 1928, the Lincoln Theatre has been a beacon of African American heritage and jazz history and a gathering place for countless unforgettable events. Today, it continues to inspire audiences with performances that celebrate diversity and creativity. Each year, thousands of visitors experience the magic of this historic venue.

Bring the whole family on Saturday, December 13 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., the Lincoln opens its doors free of charge for an exciting Pathway Express. Enjoy FREE admission and parking, hands-on activities, and opportunities to connect, create, and learn together in a setting that has inspired generations.

What Family Learning Experiences Can I Expect?

• Develop communication skills through improv acting
• Explore storytelling through movement and music
• Engage in hands-on learning by exploring the use of lights and sound
• Discover career opportunities in the arts
• Learn Columbus history in this historic venue
• Meet award-winning author Christopher Paul Curtis

Space is limited, and families are encouraged to register in advance to reserve their spot.

Register now for an exciting day with Pathway Express, or click here to learn more!

Where to Park

Free parking is available at the following locations:

• Lincoln Theatre Parking Lot – Located on the west side of building

• Broad St. Presbyterian Church – Enter from Garfield Ave.

• Long/N. Garfield Lot – Directly across from the theatre

Free Street Parking – Free on N. Garfield Ave., Hamilton Ave., and E. Long St. (bridge area to N. 17th St.)

Picture Retake Day is on December 15th!
There’s still time to order your child’s photos. You should have received the preview printout with your order code the week before Wellness Week.

Yearbooks are also on sale now, and we don’t want you to miss out on saving these special memories. Thanks for being such an important part of our school community!

Winter weather is here, and Columbus City Schools is ready to help you plan ahead as inclement weather can have a major impact on your child's school day... and on your busy day. Make sure to plan ahead.

Our goal is to announce a school cancellation as soon as we can. We are constantly monitoring weather forecasts and road conditions and will make an announcement the night before whenever possible. If weather conditions are such that a determination the night before is not possible, the Superintendent and her Operations team will make a decision no later than 5:30 a.m. Once the decision to close or cancel has been made, the next step is to alert parents, teachers, and staff.

STAY CONNECTED: news about cancellations of classes or the cancellation of extracurricular activities, field trips, and/or student-athletic events due to inclement weather are shared in several ways.

• Confirm: Make sure the contact information on file at your child’s school is accurate. If you need to update this information, contact the main office in your child’s school or update online in the Parent Portal. (This includes emergency contacts, phone numbers, and email addresses).
• Answer Your Phone: All families and staff will be alerted through an automated call, email, and text message from the District’s phone system. It is important to have your updated contact information on file in order to receive this notification.
• Follow: Columbus City Schools on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram, or check our website. As soon as the decision is made to cancel school, we’ll share news and other schedule updates on the District website and on our social media pages.
• Monitor: The local news stations will broadcast updates on television and radio.

Extracurricular Activities, in the event of class cancellations or early dismissal due to inclement weather:

• Cancellation of School Day - Generally, evening activities, events, and athletic practices are canceled when classes are canceled for the day; however, there are occasions when an event might occur even when schools have been closed. Please monitor the District’s website and social media outlets for special instructions (ccsoh.us).
• Early Dismissal Due to Inclement Weather - Early dismissal for inclement weather will automatically cancel all after-school activities.

HAVE A BACKUP PLAN: When inclement weather impacts the morning commute, the Superintendent plans to determine whether to cancel classes as early as possible. This may be the night before or no later than 5:30 a.m. the next morning if possible. If bad weather is forecast for the afternoon, classes may be dismissed as early as noon. Have an alternative plan for your child’s day already set.

• Supervision: Is your child responsible enough to be home alone, or do they need someone to stay with?
• Healthy Food: Is there nutritious food available for your child to eat for breakfast and lunch?
• Safe Location: If classes are dismissed early, does your child go home or to another location? If your child is under the age of 8, will there be someone to meet them at the bus stop?
• Engaging Activities: What safe activities do you have for your child to do if they are at home for an unexpected amount of time?

Frequently Asked Questions about CCS weather and school cancellation process.

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