Columbia Heights Public Schools

• Monday, November 4: Flex Learning Day (teachers will communicate with students and families about schedule), Adventure Club Closed
• Tuesday, November 5: No School (District In-Service and Grading Day)
• Wednesday, Nov. 27-Friday, Nov. 29: No School

Columbia Heights High School hosted its 67th Annual National Honor Society (NHS) Induction Ceremony on Tuesday night! 54 students were inducted into NHS (43 Juniors and 11 Seniors), joining the 28 Seniors who were inducted last year.

CHHS Science Teacher Aimee Candella was the night's guest speaker, joining NHS Advisor Melanie Kennedy, Superintendent Zena Stenvik and CHHS Assistant Principal Luis Saenz, in welcoming the new students into NHS.

Amina (President of Leadership), Daniel (President of Scholarship), Nayeli (President of Service) and Carolina (President of Character) spoke to the new inductees and current members about the four pillars of NHS.

Congratulations to all the new CHHS National Honor Society inductees!

CHPS is hosting a College and Career Fair on Tuesday, November 12th from 6:15-8:00 p.m. in the Hylander Center (1400 49th Ave, NE - Enter Door #41)

There will be many post-secondary options present at this fair:

• Colleges and Universities
• Local Technical Colleges
• Local businesses that hire high school graduates
• Military representatives

We will also have FREE Flu Shots and COVID-19 Vaccines available for anyone 6 months and older. No early sign-up is necessary. Walk-in appointments only.

CHPS encourages all high school sutdents and their families to attend and speak with representatives and employers. This College and Career Fair is not just for CHHS students! All CHPS students and their families are welcome to attend!

There were 24 Columbia Heights High School (CHHS) students that graduated in 2024 and earned a Minnesota Bilingual Seal on their diploma. This is achieved by earning a score of three, four or five on the AP Spanish Language and Culture test. Many CHHS graduates attend one of the participating post-secondary institutions and based on their seal status, the qualifying 24 seniors last year earned a combined 70 credits. An example of the benefit of this seal is that it equates to $11,530.00 in tuition at Anoka-Ramsey Community College.

Minnesota Bilingual and Multilingual Seals were legislated in the Learning English for Academic Proficiency and Success (LEAPS) Act in 2014. Minnesota public school districts, charter schools and nonpublic schools may award Minnesota bilingual and multilingual seals to high school students upon graduation who have demonstrated the required levels of language proficiency through assessment in languages other than English, including American Sign Language (ASL) and Indigenous American Indian languages. The required proficiency levels are ACTFL Advanced Low for a Platinum Seal; ACTFL Intermediate High for a Gold Seal in all of the four modalities—listening, reading, speaking and writing.

Columbia Heights Public Schools is hosting a clinic on December 5th, 2024 from 2:30-6:30 p.m. in the CHPS Family Center (1460 49th Ave. NE)

Well child visits and immunizations will be offered - this is free of charge for our families regardless of health insurance status.

Appointments required! You will receive a phone call the week of the clinic to notify you of your appointment time. These visits will be free of charge for CHPS families.

If you would like to sign your student up for an appointment, please fill out this form:

The Mayor for a Day Essay Contest is back!

To enter, fourth, fifth, and sixth graders can answer the prompt, “What would you do if you were mayor for a day?” for a chance to win $100 and recognition in Minnesota Cities magazine.

The deadline for submissions is Dec. 13. Students and parents/guardians can submit essays via an online form, a PDF email attachment, or through the mail. Winners only will be notified in early January. Some cities may provide additional local recognition for participants.

How can you submit your essays?

There are three ways to send us your students’ essays.

• Submit online – students can enter their essays into this online form and submit them directly.
• Print and Mail – you can print this document for students to handwrite their essays and then mail them in to 145 University Ave. W, Saint Paul, MN 55103.
• Email as an attachment – students can type their essays into the fillable PDF, save the document, and then email the finalized PDF to mayorforaday@lmc.org.

What does a mayor do anyway? Find out more!

We have spots open in our Tuesday-Thursday PreK 3 program! Both morning and afternoon spots available.

• Morning classes run from 8:00-10:30 a.m.
• Afternoon classes run from 11:30 a.m.-2:00 p.m.

To enroll in Pre K 3-year-old classes, students must be three years old by September 1, 2024. Monthly tuition is based on a sliding fee scale (first month's tuition required at registration to hold your students spot).

GOOD LUCK to our Girls Swim & Dive and Strikers Soccer Team as they begin their Sections Tournament next week.

CONGRATULATIONS to our Football Team on the successful completion of their season! Thanks to all our players, coaches, and families for all of their hard work and support.

Join the CHHS Dance Team! No experience necessary - just an enthusiasm for dance! Open to student athletes in grades 7-12.

• MUST HAVE CURRENT PHYSICAL ON FILE TO PARTICIPATE

CHHS Drumline starts tomorrow, Friday, November 1st- We will meet on Fridays at 7:30 a.m. in the band room, 143. Students can join anytime between now and January.

In partnership with the Minnesota Vikings we are excited to start a Girls Flag Football program at Columbia Academy this year.

The Girl's Flag Football Interest Meeting will be during STAR on Friday, November 9th!

Sports Physical for all Athletics
Every athlete participating in school-year sports must have a physical on file with the Activities Office. Student Athletes cannot register for the upcoming season without a sports physical on file. Sports physicals are valid for three years. 24-25 Sports Physical Form

Community Opportunities:

Columbia Heights Park & Rec Fall programs are live and ready for registration! REGISTRATION can be found at columbiaheightsmn.recdesk.com

• MN Flyers Swim Team is coming to Columbia Heights! Please feel free to reach out with any questions.
• Registration is open!
• Minimum requirements for swimmers is the ability to swim one length (25 yards) independently and without stopping (freestyle and backstroke).
• We welcome families/swimmers to a free 1-week trial -- Please email if you'd like to do a 1-week trial.
• The practice calendar can be found here.
• Ages 10&U: Tue & Thu 7:00p-7:45p
• Ages 11+: Tue & Thu 7:00p-8:00p
• Dues/Fees can be paid monthly or by session (10-15% savings for the session).
• Scholarships are available by request (please email).
• Attendance at all practices is encouraged, not required.
• We offer competitions/meets 1-2x/month.
• All swimmers will be registered with AAU ($25/year).
• We would like each swimmer to have training/practice equipment based on the age of the swimmer (not required for a 1-week trial).
• Ages 8&U - Fins
• Ages 9&10 - Fins, Snorkel
• Ages 11&12 - Fins, Snorkel, Hand Paddles
• Ages 13&14 - Fins, Snorkel, Hand Paddles, Pull Buoy
• Ages 15+ - Fins, Snorkel, Hand Paddles, Pull Buoy, Swim Parachute

More information can be found at the CHPS Activities Website or contact the Activities Office at 763-528-4511

Are you looking for a job in education or within a school district? Check out the CHPS job site to find the right fit for you!

Visit the site here!

There are many wonderful activities for students through our CH Rec Dept and Library!

Please go to the CH Recreation website or call their office at 763-706-3730.

Click Here for the Columbia Heights Library Website.

Musical Theatre Dance:

• This class is designed to focus on a musical theatre style of dance. Explore multiple dance techniques, styles, and choreography across a variety of musicals, like Annie, Matilda, School of Rock, and more!....$36
• 8-13 years old - Tuesdays, Oct. 29-Dec. 3 from 5:15-6:45 p.m.
• Register here: https://tinyurl.com/MTdanceCH

Disney Dance: 6-9 years old

• Come explore the world of your favorite Disney films through fun dances and games. Learn dance routines from songs from The Lion King, The Little Mermaid, Frozen, Moana, and more! They will play dance games and make friends.
• Tuesdays, Oct. 29-Dec. 17 from 4:00-5:00 p.m. in the Edgemoor Room, Murzyn Hall
• Register here: https://tinyurl.com/DDanceCH24

Nickelodeon Universe Trip: 4th-9th Graders

• Ride rollercoasters, virtual reality rides, water-log chute, and more at Nickelodeon Universe! We will eat at the mall food court for lunch.
• Tues, Nov. 5 from 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m., drop off and pick up at Muryzn Hall
• Register here: https://tinyurl.com/NUCH24

TNT Movie & Game Night at Muryzn Hall: 6th-9th graders

• Watch a movie on the projector with popcorn and snacks. We will start with pizza and offer breakout rooms for activity choices! Video games, board games, art activities, snacks-making, and more! Bring pillows, blankets, and comfy clothes for a fun night-in (perfect for a night-out for the parents).
• Fri, Nov. 15 from 6:00-9:00 p.m.
• Register here: https://tinyurl.com/TNTnightCH

Family Cupcake Wars: teams of 1 adult and 1 youth

• Compete for prizes against other family teams in this challenging, but exciting baking contest! Wear your favorite apron or get festive in holiday gear and prepare for a cupcake challenge with surprise ingredients and more! Most supplies included in cost; we ask that you bring your own cupcake pans. Register one team member and add the other teammate’s name in the notes.
• Thurs, Dec. 5 from 5:30-8:00 p.m. $30 per team
• Register here: https://tinyurl.com/9jfjsj9z

Boys’ Basketball: Northern Twin Cities Basketball League for Grades 2-6

• Join the Northern Twin Cities Boys' Basketball League! Teams for 2nd-6th grade. Registrations are open now. Your child will play in a recreational basketball league where the focus is on teamwork, skill-building, and fun. They play against SLP, Blaine, Fridley, DaVinci, Coon Rapids, Anoka, etc. varying between Saturdays and Sundays Jan-March. Practices are twice a week on weeknights at the Hylander Center. $60, uniforms included.
• Register here: http://columbiaheightsmn.recdesk.com

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• Email: News@colheights.k12.mn.us
• Website: https://www.colheights.k12.mn.us/
• Location: 1440 49th Avenue Northeast, Columbia Heights
• Phone: 763-528-4500
• Instagram: @chpsisd13
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