Little Eagles

Mr. Jackson, CES Principal.. Derek.Jackson@myeagles.org

Mrs. Wilding, CES Secretary.. Joelle.Wilding@myeagles.org

Mrs. Phelps, CES Counselor.. Ashley.Phelps@myeagles.org

Mrs. White, Nurse.. Paige.White@myeagles.org

Mrs. McLaury, Child Care & Preschool Director.. Terri.McLaury@myeagles.org

Monday, August 18th

Back to School Bash 5:30-7:00 p.m.

Wednesday, August 20th

First Day of School!

Half Day 7:55-11:20 a.m.

Friday, August 29th

No School

Monday, September 1st

No School - Labor Day

Tuesday, September 2nd

Tuition Preschool Begins

Wednesday, September 3rd

Comfy Cozy Day!

Monday, September 8th

GSRP Preschool Begins

Tuesday, September 16th

Girl Scout Parent Information and Sign Up Night 5:30-6:30 p.m.

Friday, September 19th

Kindergarten Dental Assessments

Monday, September 22nd

Picture Day!

Please turn all registration forms and necessary documentation (birth certificate, health appraisal, immunization records, two proofs of residency, dental assessment) in as soon as possible for the 2025-2026 school year. All paperwork must be turned in before Wednesday, August 20th. If you have a current student and have updated addresses and phone numbers throughout the summer please let the office know. You can email joelle.wilding@myeagles.org or call the office at 517-592-6632.

What flies around the school at night?

*An alpha-bat!

Why did the dog do so well in school?

*Because he was the teacher's pet!

Comfy Cozy Day is the first Wednesday of the month!

Show your school spirit and wear your blue and gold Little Eagle spirit wear!

Please note that all bus changes need to go through the transporation department this school year. For example, if your child is riding a bus with a friend, etc. The phone number is 517.592.6449. This needs to be approved at least 24 hours in advance. Your cooperation is appreciated!

Breakfast and lunch will be free for all students this year! Students may enter the building at 7:40 a.m. for breakfast and they will eat in the cafeteria. Students not eating breakfast can enter the building at 7:50 a.m. School starts at 7:55 a.m and ends at 2:55 p.m. Half days are 7:55-11:20 a.m.

We are excited to share that free breakfast and lunch will continue for the 2025-2026 school year! We still encourage families to complete a free and reduced lunch application. It may help families qualify for other programs.

For information on our Student-Run Credit Union, click the link below:

https://www.trueccu.com/accounts/personal-savings/youth-savings.html

School Picture Day will be Monday, September 22nd. Our order site is open and ready for orders. Please use the link below:

https://vando.imagequix.com/g1001271451

Hello Little Eagles!

My name is Mr. Jackson, and I am excited to be the principal at Columbia Elementary School. I hope you all had a wonderful summer break and are ready to start a new school year! I would like to welcome back our returning students as well as those joining our school for the first time. Our dedicated teachers and staff members have been working very hard in their classrooms to welcome you back to a safe and intellectually stimulating learning environment.

We cannot wait to see you again in our hallways and classrooms. Please refer to various documents and announcements on our school website (www.myeagles.org) or use the Rooms platform to connect with me and your classroom teacher(s). These will help keep everyone informed on school announcements and upcoming events.

Columbia Elementary School offers a wide variety of educational opportunities for our Little Eagles. Parents and guardians are encouraged to “opt-in” to these wonderful academic and extra-curricular activities by filling out the provided document(s). Additionally, we ask that all families complete the educational benefit forms so that Columbia School District can continue to receive appropriate funding for our programs.

As we step into this new academic year, let’s embrace the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead with enthusiasm and determination. Together, we will create a vibrant and inclusive learning community where every student can feel empowered to achieve success. While we move into a new year, please feel free to reach out to our office staff and classroom teachers for any information regarding a smooth and successful transition back. We look forward to seeing you at our Back-to-School Bash on Monday, August 18th, from 5:30 - 7:00 PM.

Cheers for a wonderful start to the year!

Mr. Jackson

Hi Little Eagles and Welcome back!

I am so excited to see all your smiling faces and hear about your summer adventures. 😎

Families - If you have any questions on how I can support your student(s) this year please give me a call, or stop by at Open House.

In September I will be visiting each classroom as a refresher of what I do and how I can support students. I will also be completing minute meetings. This is where I meet 1 on 1 with each student for a quick hello to get to know them. I am so very excited to learn a little more about each of your little eagles that I have not had the pleasure to know, and visit with the rest of our Little Eagles!

CES will continue to use Character Strong as our district Social Emotional curriculum. Keep a look out for fun parent letters within our Smore and on social media to help you engage with your student more at home on the topic of the month.

* August focuses on Kindness as we get back in the groove of school.

* September we will move on to Respect.

This fall we will be continuing our safety curriculum "Safer, Smarter kids". Please look for an information sheet and Opt Out form option to come in the coming weeks. I am happy to answer any questions who have on this. We had a great response from students and families on the lessons taught this past spring.

You can reach me by email: ashley.phelps@myeagles.org or by calling 517-769-8557, feel free to leave a message and I will get back to you as soon as I am available.

*For support throughout the summer please email me and I will be in touch when possible.

● All students are required to have an updated immunization record on file and documented in order to start and remain in school.

● Make a point to talk with the school, the teachers and nurse about any medical condition/health concern you may have including your child.

● Reminder to bring new and updated medical orders from your child’s physician for any treatment and prescription medications that are to be done here at school. All medications must be brought in their original containers and a medication form must be completed by a parent or guardian and signed by a physician (This includes prescription AND non-prescription medications).

● Allergy and asthma medications, rescue inhalers, and Epi-Pens are a necessity, and may save a life! These medications also require an updated order every year. These action plans have to be completed by your child's physician and returned to school before the start of the school year.

● If your child has a health condition or needs special care while at school, for example, medications, treatments, or monitoring, please inform the school nurse or office. Individual health care plans help keep your child safe, protected and healthy. It is also important to talk to your child's teacher regarding any health care conditions.

● Please have a current and working phone number of a parent or guardian in the school office daily in the event your child needs your attention and we need to get a hold of you.

• Maintain a regular sleep routine
• Plan balanced meals and stay hydrated
• Make physical activity a priority
• Limit screen time
• While academics are important, make time for hobbies and loved ones, and activities they enjoy!

Showing up to school greatly impacts a student's academic success. Families play a crucial role in ensuring that a student gets to school safely and on time daily. We understand that absences are unavoidable, such as illness or medical appointments. Please call in advance if your child will not be in school.

CES Attendance Line 517-592-7552

The PTO Meeting is the first Thursday of every month.

All parents and staff are invited to attend.

For further questions or information about PTO, please contact Casey Stein, PTO President at cespto2@gmail.com