Columbus Connections

Welcome to our weekly newsletter for Columbus Elementary families! Every Friday we will share good news, important information, and of course our STAR STUDENTS with you.

Please join me in congratulating our BEN’S BELLS recipients for the month of OCTOBER.

Grade 3 - Lucas Anderson (Ms. Turturro’s class)

Grade 4 - Gusatvo Salazar Gregorio (Mrs. Suraci’s class)

Grade 5 - Lukas Pepaj (Mr. Malone’s class) and Giada Gutta (Mrs. Fornara & Mrs. Armisto’s class)

Congratulations to all of our recipients for showing us how acts of kindness make a difference in the lives of others. We are very proud of you all.

We are still seeking Veterans to participate in our annual event of November 9th. Please complete the link below if you know a Veteran who would like to participate.

Take A Vet to School Signup Link

We enjoyed a wonderful fall week in Columbus. Many of the children came dressed up in their Halloween costumes on Tuesday. All of our teachers had grade-level-themed costumes and Principal Ken also made an appearance. In the classroom, students worked on a variety of writing tasks. We also welcomed parents for the second parent-teacher conference day this week. Our student council has been hard at work helping the PTA at the Columbus Corner store. We are looking forward to our 7th annual Bring A Vet to School event this coming week. Please see the pictures below in the around Columbus section.

Tuesday, November 7th

• Superintendent's Conference Day -11:55 am Dismissal

Friday, November 10th

• Veterans Day- School Closed

Thursday, November 16th

• Fourth Grade Celebration of Learning 6:30 p/m.

Friday, November 17th

• Third Grade Thanksgiving Feast

Shaban Celaj - Noticed a teacher was having difficulty carrying a lot of water bottles and he offered to help her so she didn’t drop anything.

Lenny Carpenito

Justin Tomanelli

Jackson Berg - These boys were setting an example by following the rules and making good choices in the cafeteria.

Ellie Iorio - Was setting a good example by being responsible and respectful during indoor recess.

Savannah Totino - She gave her swing up for another student before her time was up so the other student would have a turn to use it.

Benjamin Molina - Offered to take a student to the nurse during recess.

Kaylin Lalaj - After doing a project in class she helped the teacher clean up without being asked.

This is the final call for registration for the CES Student Council. Please fill out the link below if you'd like your child to join. The next general meeting is Wednesday, November 8th from 3-4pm. No new students will be accepted into student council after November 7th. Thank you!

Student Council Sign Up Link

School Calendar

Transportation

Food Service

Curriculum and Instruction

Columbus Elementary School Homepage

Student Attendance

If your child is going to be absent, please use School Dismissal Manager to report their absence. As always if you have any health-related questions you can call the Nurse's Office, at 769-8537.

Visiting the Building

Please be prepared to show your photo ID whenever you visit the building. You will not be able to enter without it. Thank you in advance for your patience and cooperation.

Cell Phones and Wearable Smart Devices

Please be advised Columbus students should not have personal communication devices with them during the school day. If they choose to bring a device to school, it should remain in their backpack. They are responsible for the device. If a child is wearing a GPS tracking device for safety purposes, we ask that it be placed on the teacher's desk during instructional time. They will be allowed to wear it during lunch and recess.

Such devices include, but are not limited to:

• Cell phones

• Wearable devices/smart wearables/tablets that are capable of recording/viewing audio, photographic, or video content

• Wearable devices/smartwatches/tablets that are capable of sending/receiving text, audio, or video messages