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BRIGGS BRUIN UPDATES
CONNECTING BRIGGS FAMILIES TO UPDATES & VALUABLE RESOURCES!
Welcome to Briggs High School 2024-25
Welcome Message from Principal
Welcome back Briggs Families and Students. I am honored to serve as your principal for another school year. The first day of school for students is Wednesday, August 21, 2024. I want every student to be present on the first day of school and thereafter. We will host a family and staff meet and greet for incoming 9th grade students and new students on Thursday, August 15, 2024 from 6pm-7:30pm.
My main objectives this year are to continue to provide a safe learning environment and strengthen the existing academic and Social Emotional Learning structures which include our Bruin STRONG PBIS program, student Power of One leadership program, Student Led Restorative Practices. My other main objectives are to increase our community partners and alumni involvement, increase graduation rate, increase daily student attendance, academic performance on all state assessments, and student participation in our CCP(College Career Credit Plus) and AP courses, and student extracurricular activities. During the 2023-24 school year the percent of students passing the Algebra Ohio State Achievement test increased by 6% for the second year in a row, which makes our math algebra OST passing rate the 4th highest in the district. If you have any questions throughout the year please communicate with your child's administrator, counselors, and teachers.
Additionally, check the school website www.ccsoh.us/briggshs for ongoing updates and resources to stay up to date on important information, including staff email, weekly newsletter, sign up for our Remind App and much more!
Pamela Smith
Principal
Briggs High School
We are Bruin STRONG (Supportive, Trustworthy, Respectful, Open Minded,
Never Give Up, Growth Minded)
Briggs Mission: To empower students to succeed and reach their goals.
Briggs Vision: Cultivating Learners and Leaders
Important Dates & Upcoming events
IMPORTANT DATES AND INFORMATION TO REMEMBER
AUGUST
Aug. 15 9th Grade & New Student Orientation - 6-7:30 pm
August 17 CCS Back-to-School Family Resource Fair 10 am - 2 pm (546 Jack Gibbs Blvd's campus) RSVP Today for the CCS Back-to-School Fair.
Aug. 19-20 Professional Development Days Students Not in Attendance
Aug. 21 First Day for Students
SEPTEMBER
Sept. 2 All Schools Closed - Labor Day
Sept. 17 Open House - 6:00 - 7:30 pm
Sept. 18 Professional Development Day Students Not in Attendance
Sept.23 Picture Day
Sept. 23 - Sept. 28 HOCO Week/Spirit Week
Sept. 26 Homecoming Game Briggs vs. Eastmoor
Sept. 28 Evening Homecoming Dance - 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm
OCTOBER
Oct. Parent Teacher Conference (Time and Date to be Determined)
Oct. 8-9 PSAT 10th & 11th grade
Oct. 10-11 Briggs HS Internship Fair for 9th & 10th grade
Oct. 18 Professional Development Day Students Not in Attendance
Oct. 22 End of Quarter 1
Oct. 23 Records Day Students Not in Attendance
NOVEMBER
Nov. 1 Honor Roll Celebration-Student Only Event
Nov. 5 Professional Development Day Students Not in Attendance
Nov. 7 Marching Band Banquet/Concert - 6:00 pm
Nov. 20 Briggs Student Picture Retake
Tentative Evening of Academic Excellence Student Achievement (Spring 2024 OST, AP & OELPA Testing Scores Achievement) * Event Date and Time to Be Determined
Nov. 25-29 All Schools Closed - Wellness Week
Attendance Student Sign In and Sign Out /Updates & Reminders:
- Per Columbus City School policy, parents are only allowed 9 parent authorized attendance excuses.
- Arrival - Student drop off REAR OF BUILDING as early as 7am (breakfast 7:00 am - 7:25)
- Dismissal - Pickup student REAR OF BUILDING 2:30pm
- Parents must come to the front of building to sign a student out. Students will be called from their classroom when you arrive.
- Students that sign in after 10:00am must sign in with a parent/guardian.
- Need parent portal support? Please call CCS Factline at 614-221-3228 or email parentportalaccess@columbus.k12.oh.us (in the email upload a picture of your photo ID, your name, your student's name and student's D.O.B)
Need Help With Your Parent Poral?
BUS ROUTING INFORMATION MOVING TO PARENT PORTAL
Beginning this school year (2024-2025), the District's transportation department will no longer mail bus route information to families' homes.
- Transportation eligible families will now receive their child's bus routing information through Parent Portal.
- You can access your child's bus information by clicking on the Transportation tab within the Parent Portal.
- Students enrolled in the District by August 12, 2024, will receive their updated transportation information after August 15, 2024.
- Students who enroll after August 12 may experience a delay in their routing for the first day of school.
PARENT PORTAL
Check the Parent Portal regularly for updates to bus stop times and locations!
For timely updates, make sure your contact information is up-to-date.
Click here for more info about the Parent Portal and how to activate, update, and more!
CCS Ohio's High School Graduation Requirements
Grade Level Promotion Requirements
PAPER - 24/7 FREE Tutoring
Briggs Photo Gallery
Mr. Whitfield, Briggs Business Teacher, attends dozens of school events to support our students and document their experiences. While the collection is hosted on media website, all of the Briggs photos and videos are available to download and post for free.
The link below will take you to the Bruin STRONG photo collection for the current school year. You can also use the links at the top of the page to view collections from pervious school years. The galleries are sorted by date, with the most recent galleries being at the top of the page. The 'Briggs Community' gallery for each year consists of students supporting our community both in school and at school events.
THANK YOU! Mr. Whitfield!!!
Brigg HS PBIS Information
CCS NEWS & EVENTS
For the most current listing of Briggs athletic events, click on the "Briggs Schedule" link below.
Resources, Resources, Resources
New Look to Infinite Campus
Is Your Parent Portal Account Activated?
Stay engaged in your child’s education by setting up and
signing into the Columbus City Schools Parent Portal. Through the Parent Portal, you’ll be able to securely access valuable information on your student(s):
- Teacher Contact
- Grades and Course Schedules
- Daily Attendance
- Missed Assignments
- Paperless Applications for: School Choice, Summer School, and Career Tech
- Update Contact Information**
- Pay Fees
- OPT-IN School Bus Transportation (For All 9th -12th grade Eligible Students)
Do you have questions?
Have an additional question about Columbus City Schools? Call the FACTline at 614-221-FACT (221-3228) or email us at Factline@columbus.k12.oh.us.
Monday - Friday 9am - 3pm
* Career Center Information
* Parent Portal Support
* Transportation /OPT-IN
* Columbus City Schools History
* Data & Calendar Information
* District Phone Numbers & Questions
* Enrollment
* Important Dates & Events
* Lunch Information
* Pre-School Information
* School Assignment by Address
* School Closing
* Website Navigation
* District Addresses
Student Internship Hours Entry Instructions
Our promise to all Columbus City Schools students. I Know I Can believes that every Columbus City School student deserves the opportunity to achieve their dream of earning a college education. And we’re here to help.
Meet Briggs High School Family Ambassadors
WHAT DO FAMILY AMBASSADORS DO? HOW CAN THEY HELP YOU?
● Connect families to community-based services, school counselor and social worker.
●Advise families on volunteer opportunities.
● Maintain open communication with families regarding important academic events and information.
● Coach and mentor families to advocate on behalf of their child’s education.
WAYS YOU CAN GET INVOLVED AS A PARENT/ CAREGIVER
● Communicate with school teacher and/or staff about any curriculum and educational concerns.
● Make sure your contact information is up to date in our system.
● Attend monthly/weekly parent meetings and/ or workshops.
● Sign up for text remind to get information on additional community services, programs and events.
● Attend and participate in district wide events.
Sheila Warbington swarbington@columbus.k12.oh.us
Hello!
My name is Sheila Warbington and I am the Family Ambassador at Briggs. I am a former graduate of Briggs HS. This will be my 7th year serving as a Family Ambassador with Columbus City Schools and my 4th year at Briggs. I am so excited to assist and connect you all with resources and more. I am a mother of 6 and I have a senior at Briggs. I enjoy spending time with family, gardening, and home remodeling projects. I'm looking forward to getting to know each of our wonderful Briggs HS families!
Department of Family Engagement
Habibo Abdiaziz~ habdiaziz@columbus.k12.oh.us
Hello!
My name is Habibo Abdiaziz. This is my 4th year serving as a Family Ambassador. I am excited to be part the Briggs HS team. I am a former graduate of Briggs. I am a mother of 4 daughters and during my free time I enjoy finding new adventures outdoors with my girls. I speak 3 languages (Somali, Mai Mai and English). I look forward to getting to know all of our Briggs Families!