ICYMI, Tuesday, November 3rd is now a regular school day for Columbia High School (to make up for one of the two emergency closing days used in October). 

Letter Day Schedule for the week:

• Monday 11/2 - C Day

• Tuesday 11/3 - A Day (skipped in October)

• Wednesday 11/4 - D Day

► Read the full message from the district 

► Email from Mr. Sanchez to students 

All schools are closed for the NJEA Teachers' Convention on Thursday 11/5 and Friday 11/6.

The CHS HSA is partnering with First Choice Prep to offer a FREE digital SAT vs ACT Diagnostic Comparison Test. 

This test is perfect for sophomores and juniors. It's designed to help determine three key factors: whether students are better suited to the SAT or ACT, baseline scores on both tests, and strengths and weaknesses in all content areas. 

Saturday 12/12, 9:00am-12:30pm
CHS Cafeteria
► Register here 

Questions? presidents@columbiahsa.com

Registration required. Arrive at CHS by 8:45am with a fully charged laptop or tablet. Extended-time accommodations are available.

Wasn't it amazing to get inside our kids' classrooms and meet their teachers at Back to School Night?! We're always so impressed by our CHS teachers' passion, knowledge, and commitment to supporting our kids' educational and personal growth.

One of our favorite things to do as an HSA is to share our appreciation and brighten their day through staff events all year long — like our pre- and post-BTSN Recharge/Refuel/Restock event, providing snacks, breakfast, and classroom supplies. This is just one of the many ways your donations to the CHS HSA help create a welcoming, supportive, and enhanced experience at Columbia High School.

Thank you to everyone who dropped off classroom supplies and has already donated so generously to our No Frills Fundraiser. We are deeply grateful for your support. ❤️

Teamwork really does make the dream work!

Huge thanks to all the parents and students who shared their time, muscles, and vision to turn the CHS gym into a Great Gatsby-inspired event space. It's always incredible to see our community come together to support our kids!

Video credit: Jamie Meier 

Did you know breakfast is available at CHS?! All students are welcome. Simply arrive a little early and stop by the cafeteria to start the day off right. Check out the daily menu here. Breakfast meals are free for students signed up for free-and-reduced lunch, and $2.50 for non-FRL. A la carte options are also available. 

Questions? Reach out to CHS Food Services at cthaler@somsd.k12.nj.us.  

Have you checked if your family is eligible for the Free & Reduced School Meals program? Click here for more info and application packets in English, Spanish, and Haitian Creole. Benefits in our district often extend beyond breakfast and lunch to financial assistance with school activities like field trips, prom, and graduation fees. 

One application per eligible household must be completed each school year.