Building CEOs 101 Ignites Student Leadership, Innovation for West Mound and Hilltonia Students

The Building CEOs 101 program introduces elementary students to the fundamentals of entrepreneurship while pairing them with middle school mentors.

Altering Lives: Altar’d State Donates $60,000 to Three CCS Elementary Schools

A generous $60,000 investment in education from fashion retailer Altar’d State is being celebrated by CCS. The donation will be split evenly amongst East Linden, Innis, and Oakland Park elementary schools.

Ten Columbus City Schools Receive Federal Recognition for their Improvements on Ohio State Report Card

Ten schools have successfully exited their federal school improvement designations, reflecting sustained academic progress and successful school initiatives to support student success. 

A Message from Superintendent/CEO Dr. Angela Chapman

As we close out another impactful school year, I would like to extend my sincere thanks to you, our families, for your continued support and partnership.

Surprise Guest Bill Nye Reignites Passion at CCS Summer Experience Professional Development

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.

South Side's Steadfast Educator, Roxanne Adams' Reflects on Three Decades of Dedication

From student to teacher, Roxanne Adams has shaped lives on the Southside for 30+ years. Her dedication to Southwood and #OurCCS is a story worth reading.

CCS Announces 2025 Summer Events

Mark your calendars for a summer of fun with Columbus City Schools!

Turning Pages with Charm: How Speech-Language Pathologist Katie Spreen Sparked a Reading Revolution at Maize Elementary

Join CCS in celebrating National Speech-Language Pathologist Day on May 18, 2025.

Teacher Appreciation Week: Shady Lane’s Emily McCoy Empowers Students to Shine Through Creativity and Connection

Shady Lane Elementary School Fifth-Grade Teacher Emily McCoy uses her passion for collaboration and creativity to build strong relationships and empower her students.