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Meetings are held every 2nd Tuesday of the month.
Time: 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Location: Room 193
Membership Fee: $10.00
Columbus Africentric Early College is a Title I school. Based on our student Academic growth below the state minimum requirements and overall school student poverty level, we receive Federal money for students, teachers and family support:
Teacher Professional Development
Funds to purchase specified student materials to support Reading and Math Achievement
Instructional Coaches
Funds to support additional after school tutoring for students
Parent engagement activities
All students are expected to wear dress code.
Grades 9-12: Black polo tops and khaki bottoms.
Grades PK-8: Purple polo tops and khaki bottoms.
This is an expectation that is strictly enforced.
Please see the images below for our daily arrival and dismissal procedures.
Our academic leadership team has developed an online learning resource guide to support students across all grades during virtual learning. View it here.
As a middle schooler, Shandrella Lynn Balima is already a three time City League Champion in three different sports - and she's not finished yet!
Mason Wellborn doesn’t just stand out for his athletic talent or academic grit—he stands tall because of the way he leads.
Presented by the Columbus Youth Foundation, 94 students from across Columbus City Schools received the 2025 Best All-Around Student Awards.
Senior Cerianna Cox has left an lasting mark at Briggs High School in just three years. The National Honor Society student led the school’s largest American Red Cross blood drive, rallying more than 20 volunteers.
As the 2024-2025 school year comes to a close, Columbus City Schools (CCS) gears up for the best weeks of summer: Summer Experience. Bill Nye the Science Guy surprised educators at engaging professional development day geared towards igniting their excitement for the summer.
Mark your calendars for a summer of fun with Columbus City Schools!
How can the District make the most of its resources to give every student the best education possible? CCS is listening closely to community concerns as it carefully navigates its realignment initiative.
The Fort Hayes Metropolitan Education Center buzzed with excitement as Columbus City Schools (CCS) hosted its annual Countdown to Kindergarten event, welcoming incoming kindergartners and their families for a day of fun, learning, and connection.
Host Dr. Todd Walker is joined by Otis Winston, Kelly Rivers, and Dr. Vincent Clarno to talk about the lasting influence of educators. From personal stories to practical advice, this episode focuses on how teachers inspire, motivate, and shape lives far beyond the classroom.
Phone:
Email: africentrichs@columbus.k12.oh.us
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Columbus Africentric Early College PreK-12
3223 Allegheny Avenue
Columbus, OH 43209