Feb 2025
Parent-Teacher Conferences | March 5 & 6
Dear CHS Raider Families,
CHS utilizes PTCFast.com to make signing up for Parent-Teacher Conferences as convenient as possible. https://ptcfast.com/schools/ColumbiaHS
To Schedule an In-Person Conference:
- Click here to access the PTCFast scheduling platform.
- Choose the Teacher(s) you'd like to meet with and press Submit.
- You will then be sent an email from PTCFast to view and choose the available meeting dates and times for the teacher(s) selected.
- Choose - Confirm Selections and Exit
To Schedule a VIRTUAL Conference
- Click here to access the PTCFast scheduling platform.
- Choose the Teacher(s) you'd like to meet with and press Submit.
- You will then be sent an email from PTCFast to view and choose the available meeting dates and times for the teacher(s) selected.
- Choose Edit Name and add "Virtual" after your child's name.
- For example, if your child's last name is Smith, you would enter "Smith-Virtual" in the scheduling form.
- Choose - Confirm Selections and Exit
- The Teacher(s) will send a Google Meet Calendar Invite with the link to meet for the chosen date and time.
CHS eagerly anticipates these meetings, which provide a valuable opportunity for us to get to know you better and understand how we can best support your child's educational journey.
INTERESTED IN COLLEGE CREDIT PLUS (CCP)? Deadline is April 1, 2025
CCP Notification Letter - Detailed information on requirements
Intent to Participate form - DUE APRIL 1, 2025
Questions or need assistance? Call or email Ms. Neff
440-236-5003
SAT Day | March 6
- Juniors only | No classes for 9th, 10th, and 12th graders.
- SAT Information & Frequently Asked Questions
Mason Goodman
Mason is the son of Shane and Heidi Goodman and the brother of Elijah and Avery. Mason is a member of the Raider football and track teams. He has attained honor roll status in the past and works to maintain this goal. Mason enjoys volunteering for the Columbia Youth football program. Outside of school, he enjoys time with his friends, playing golf and hanging out. In his free time, Mason works at the Columbia Ballroom and Freddyś Steakburgers and Custard. After high school he will attend Bowling Green State University and study business.
Sadie Schulke
Sadie is the daughter of Scott and Jamie and the sister of Cole and Reese. Sadie has excelled through her academic achievement and athletic dedication at Columbia High School. While maintaining her place on the high honor roll with a cumulative GPA of 4.481, she takes CCP classes through Lorain County Community College where she will earn her Associate of Arts degree.
A four-year varsity athlete in softball and basketball, Sadie balances her athletic commitments with active participation in Student Council, National Honors Society, and Leaders Club. She has earned recognition as a scholar-athlete in both softball and basketball achieving awards such as 2nd Team All-County in Basketball and Softball Honorable Mention All-LC8, and more. This past summer, Sadie participated in an internship at Southwest General Hospital. Outside of school, she enjoys working out at Lifeworks, attending Christ Church, and spending time with family and friends. She finds joy in volunteering and is looking forward to contributing to the upcoming Night to Shine event. Following graduation, she will attend Bowling Green University to pursue middle childhood education, with a focus on science and reading.
Mrs. Taylor | English Teacher
Hometown: Elyria
High School: Elyria Catholic HS
College(s): Undergrad - Kent State University | PostGrad - University of Cumberlands
Family: Husband: Corey | Children: Jackson and Collins
What makes you CHS Proud: I have created lifelong relationships through my employment at CHS, relationships that I am truly grateful for.
Favorite family tradition: Watching It's a Wonderful Life on Thanksgiving night.
Bucket list item: Vacationing in Greece and Italy
Topic that you could give a 20 minute presentation on without any preparation: Harry Potter
Mr. Durante | Health & PE Teacher | Head Baseball Coach | Asst Football Coach
Hometown: Brunswick
High School: Holy Name
College(s): Kent State University
Family: Wife: Dena | Son: Antonio | Daughter: Milania | Agent: Big Timmy | Sous-Chef: Jason Geanuracos
What makes you CHS Proud: There has always been a "Positive Connection" in this building and community. An uplifting, supportive approach to what needs to be accomplished.
Something unique about me: In grade school, Roller Skating became a hoppy of mine in between sports. In the years of 1996, 1997, 1998, I was crowned Brunswick Skate Station Champion of the coveted "2 man race". I retired with a snow cone after the race in 1998.
Greatest Accomplishment: Since I was young, I played any sport that came my way. In grade school, MS and HS, I focused on 3 Sports. Football, Baseball and Basketball. Was solid in all 3 but had an issue with Fouling out of Basketball Games. May have been a “bit” rough. My Senior year, my Dad used to pay me $10 if I didn’t foul out of a game (I didn’t make much money).
My last Basketball game of my Senior year was a tournament game. I personally had a game that had many, including our coaches and statisticians, amazed. I started the game as usual, was a “bit” rough that night and ended with 4 and 1/2 minutes of total game time with 5 fouls... I didn’t get $10 after that one.
Most Inspirational Person: My Dad, Alex Durante. His positive outlook, his ability to move on from unnecessary drama, his smile and compassion. His reasoning and hard working mentality.
He has always done everything and anything for our family and I’m blessed to have him as a father. Mom, you’re the best too, I love you.
Mr. Prather's U.S. History classes had hands-on experience with WWII food rationing. Students crafted "Emergency Steaks" out of ground meat, milk, and Wheaties.
Music in our Schools Event!
You'll have a great evening at this years Music in our Schools night. We will hear amazing performances from some of Columbia's brightest stars and we will dine on an amazing meal prepared by Braised in the CLE. There will also be raffle baskets, a reverse raffle, and the ever popular cake auction! Prepare to be wowed!
All proceeds from the night go directly to support the music and drama programs of the Columbia Local Schools. Get your tickets now for our April 5th event! Doors open at the CHS gym at 5:30 pm.
FAFSA IS NOW OPEN!
Great news! The 25/26 FAFSA is now available! I hear that it is working much smoother than last year.
If you need assistance do not hesitate to reach out!
Class of 2025
Seniors - Dates of events and deadlines have been finalized and can be accessed via the CHS Homepage. Click on the "Senior Class Information" link on the left hand side of our webpage.
Student Support Services
The School Counseling Office is here to support you and your child. Not only can we assist, we can provide mental health resources and contact information.
Ms. Neff, CHS School Counselor, can be contacted at 440-236-5003 or SNeff@clsdraiders.org
Mrs. Maassen, Director of Special Education Services can be contacted at 440-236-5021 or JMaassen@clsdraiders.org
SUPPORTING YOUR TEEN’S POSITIVE SELF-ESTEEM
Don't hesitate to give praise.
Criticize when necessary, but avoid ridicule or shame.
Seek your teen's opinion.
Teach your teen to make positive self statements.
Encourage development of personal interests and talents.
(To learn more, click here.)
Great news! Columbia Local Schools has partnered with Smile Programs ... the mobile dentists to offer dental care at school, MARCH 25th.
Best of all, in most cases there is no cost to you if your child is insured with Medicaid/CHIP! Private insurance and affordable self-pay options are also available.
Sign up online now at www.MySchoolDentist.com or Click here for the flyer with more information
PARENT TIP
We are surrounded by technology, and while it can be convenient and very useful, sometimes it can cause us stress. Here is a Family Tech Planner that you can use to help your child think through important questions when it comes to tech use.
Columbia Parent-Teacher Organization
Click Here for PTO Meeting Information.
Click Here to join the PTO. Membership is only $5.00!
*Guardians of Class of 2025: In order for your senior to be a eligible for a PTO Scholarship, you will need to be a member of the PTO for the 2024-2025 school year.
A reminder to parents that it is unsafe, unhealthy, and unacceptable—and, in many communities, illegal—to provide alcohol for underage youth. It decreases young people’s access to alcohol by reducing the number of parents willing to provide alcohol for young people. Over time, it reduces the likelihood teens will drink alcohol and suffer the health effects that come from underage drinking. Click Here for more information
CLSD District Calendar 2024-25
- February 13 | Early Release
- February 14 | No School | Professional Development Day
- February 15 | Senior Night for Boys Basketball, Bowling, Cheer, ESports, Gymnastics
- February 17 | No School | Presidents Day
- March 5 | Parent-Teacher Conferences | 3:15 - 7 p.m.
- March 6
- SAT Testing for Juniors
- No School for 9th, 10th, 12th grades
- Parent-Teacher Conferences | 12 - 4 p.m.
- March 7 | No School
- March 9 | Senior Portrait Deadline to Appear in Yearbook
- March 11 | District-wide Spotlight on the Arts Event | CHS
- March 13 |
- Prom Fashion Show | 7-9 pm | CHS
- Cap & Gown Pickup
- March 17 - 21 | 3rd Quarter Exams
- Mar 17 = English | Mar 18 = Math | Mar 19 = Science & STEAM
- Mar 20 = SocSt | Mar 21 = Electives
- March 19 | State-wide Tornado Drill
- March 21 | Spring Musical Preview | Raider Rally Period | 10:18 - 10:44 am
- March 24 - 28 | MAPs Testing
- March 27, 28, 29 | Spring Musical
- April 1 | College Credit Plus (CCP) Intent Form Due
- April 4 | Academic Awards for Grades 9-11 | During Raider Rally | 10:18 - 10:44 am
- April 5 | Music in Our Schools Night | 5:30 p.m.
- April 8 | ELA 10 Part 1 Ohio End-of-Course Exam | Adjusted Bell Sched
- April 9 | ELA 10 Part 2 Ohio End-of-Course Exam | Adjusted Bell Sched
- April 14 - 18 | Spring Fever Spirit Week
- April 15 | Algebra 1 & Geometry Part 1 Ohio End-of-Course Exam | Adjusted Bell Sched
- April 16 | Algebra 1 & Geometry Part 2 Ohio End-of-Course Exam | Adjusted Bell Sched
- April 17 | Tornado Drill & Fire Drill
- April 18 - 25 | Spring Break
- April 30 | NHS Induction Ceremony | 7 p.m. | CHS Gymnasium
- April 30 | Government & US History Ohio End-of-Course Exams
- May 1
- Biology Ohio End-of Course Exam
- Senior Breakfast | 7:45 a.m. | CHS Cafeteria
- Senor Panoramic | 8:15 a.m. | CHS Gymnasium
- Senior Superlative Awards | 8:30 a.m. | CHS Gymnasium
- Prom Meeting Required for all CHS Students attending Prom | 9 a.m. | CHS Gymnasium
- May 2 | Prom | 7 -10 p.m. | Springvale North Olmsted
- May 6 | AP Government College Board Exam | 12 p.m.
- May 7 | Senior Citizen Community Breakfast | 8:30 - 10 a.m. | CHS Cafeteria
- May 8 | Raider Games
- May 12 | AP Seminar College Board Exam | 12 p.m.
- May 13
- Senior Awards Assembly
- Senior Final Exams for Periods 5-10
- May 14
- Senior Final Exams for Periods 1-4
- May 16
- AP Physics College Board Exam | 8 a.m.
- Mandatory Commencement Rehearsal for Graduating Seniors | 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.
- Graduating Senior Clapout | CHS | CMS | Copopa | 1:15 p.m.
- Graduating Senior Lunch Sponsored by PTO | 1:30 p.m. | Columbia Park
- May 17
- Commencement | 10 a.m. | CHS Stadium
- May 26 | No School | Memorial Day
- May 27 | Final Exams for Grades 9-12 | Periods 6-10
- May 28
- Final Exams for Grades 9-12 | Final Exams Periods 1-5
- Last Day of 2024-25 School Year
Please Note All Dates Are Subject To Change*
Updated 2/2025