CCS Welcomes Kathryn Dominique, Erica Dodson, and Courtney Wilson to Their New Roles as Principals

Columbus City Schools (CCS) is proud to announce new principalships at Dominion Middle School, Fort Hayes Arts & Academics High School, and Starling PreK-8 ahead of the 2025-2026 School Year.

CCS Students Learn Life-Saving Lessons at Summer Experience

This spirit of hands-on learning and growth came alive at Southwood Elementary School, where students learned about medication safety as part of the Health & Fitness Pathway at Summer Experience.

Superintendent/CEO Dr. Angela Chapman’s Response to Fair School Funding

Superintendent/CEO Dr. Angela Chapman provides an update to Fair School Funding.

CCS Welcomes New Principals Ahead of the 2025-2026 School Year

Lindbergh and East Columbus Elementary Schools and Whetstone High School will have new principals for the 2025-2026 school year, but the three administrators are not new to Columbus City Schools. 

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.