The board recognized all art winners from the North Carolina Yam Festival at the December board meeting:
Morgan Pridgen ADES
Aylin Vega Carbajal ADES
Grettel De La Cruz ADES
Marlyn Sanchez ADES
Jacey Sandlin ADES
Dulce Gonzalez Gonzalez ADES
Grace Watts CCCA
Daisy Cribb CCCA
Wesley Stewart CCCA
Mckenna Ware-Rudnik ECJSHS
Brittany Mitchell ECJSHS
Illiany Hernandez ECJSHS
Sophia Alverado Rivera ECJSHS
Brittney Mitchell ECJSHS
Brentley Wilson ECJSHS
Angelly Nedelka De La Cruz Jimenez ECJSHS
Milana Graham ECJSHS
Luziana Cruz Perez ECJSHS
Mya Jacobs HAES
Aniyah Spaulding HAES
McKenzie Gerald NMS
India Sammons SCHS
Alena Taylor SCHS
Felix Castrejon-Baltazar SCHS
Greenley Hardee SCHS
Molly meares SCHS
India Sammons SCHS
Alena Taylor SCHS
Greidys Avelino SCHS
Devora Redondo TCS
Andrea Powell TCS
Mia Denton TCS
Emmanuel Hernandez TCS
Autumn Todd WCHS
Samantha Strickland WCHS
Nehemiah Williams WCHS
Johnny Dominguez WTS
Keylin Long WTS
Julia Bailey WTS
Mckenna Ward WTS
Teachers
Bre Giddings
Jeff Rudnik
Jennifer Sams
Connie Faulk
Princess Grantham
Allison Ellis
Amy Baker
Kathy Trost
Brittany Ward
Myra Manness
Whitney Hern
Ashley Holmes
During a recent board meeting, the board recognized the Brunswick Electric Membership Corporation Bright Ideas Grant Recipients, presented by Dr. Dan Strickland and Mr. David Gore:
Fred Mason-CCCA
Constance Faulk-CCCA
Malachi Cobb-ECJSHS
Sharon Harris-ECJSHS
Jeffrey Rudnik-ECJSHS
Breanna Seckman-SCHS
Cheryl Cartrette-SCHS
Heather Herring-WCHS
Erika Kinlaw-WCS
Casie Hoffman-WTS
Kathaleen Trost-WTS
On January 24th, Columbus County Schools will be conducting remote instruction. Students should log in to Google Classroom for details about the day’s lessons. If students or parents have questions about assignments, please contact teachers via email or Remind.
Please note that all extracurricular activities, including after-school programs and sports, are postponed for the day.
If you experience any technical issues, please email ccsupport@columbus.k12.nc.us or call 910-499-0080 for assistance.
Thank you, and we hope everyone has a productive day of remote learning!
Columbus County Schools will be conducting Remote Instruction on Thursday, January 23rd.
Since tomorrow marks the first day of the new semester for traditional high schools, teachers have added students to their 2nd semester Google Classrooms. Students, please log in to your Google Classroom and click the "join" button to connect with your new classes in the morning. If you have schedule issues, please contact your counselor via email.
All other students should log in to Google Classroom for further instructions.
If students or staff need technical support, email ccssupport@columbus.k12.nc.us or call 910-499-0080.
Schools will be closed on Monday, January 20th in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. There will be no school for students on Tuesday and Wednesday due to teacher workdays, except for CCCA, which will remain on its regular schedule.
We are also closely monitoring the weather for any potential issues that may affect this week’s schedule.
Due to potential weather-related issues on the western end of Columbus County, all schools will dismiss early at 2 PM today. This decision ensures that buses have adequate time to complete their routes safely before conditions potentially deteriorate.
We appreciate your understanding and cooperation as we prioritize the well-being of our students and staff.
Columbus County Schools will operate on a two-hour delay on Thursday, January 9th for students, faculty, and staff due to a cold weather advisory and wind chills expected to be in the low teens.
Wonderful Christmas Performance tonight at ECJSHS!
December 20th is an early release day.
During the December board meeting, Mr. Steve Long was voted as Chair, and Mr. Chris Worley was voted as Vice Chair.
During the December board meeting, Ms. Emily Grice was sworn in as board member. Welcome Ms. Grice!
There will be no school for students Nov. 27th-Nov. 29th. Happy Thanksgiving!
Mr. Beck's Student Advisory Council had an engaging discussion about reducing student absences. Students offered insight on why absences occur and what can be done to reduce absenteeism.
Join us for the 22nd Annual Columbus County Schools Dance Festival on November 21st at 7:00 PM at West Columbus High School. This exciting event will feature a variety of student-choreographed dance pieces from across the district.
Admission is FREE, so come out and support our talented student dancers!
We look forward to seeing you there!
In observance of Veterans Day, all schools will be closed on Monday, November 11th. This important day gives us the opportunity to reflect on and honor the brave men and women who have served in our nation's military.
As we enjoy this day of remembrance, let’s take a moment to thank a veteran, learn about their stories, and reflect on the freedoms we hold dear thanks to their service.
Graduation dates and times have been established for the Class of 2025!!
Columbus Career and College Academy
May 22, 2025 at 10:00 am
Southeastern Community College Front Lawn
East Columbus Jr. Sr. High School
June 7, 2025 at 2 pm
East Columbus Jr. Sr. High School Auditorium
South Columbus High School
June 7, 2025 at 10 am
South Columbus High School Auditorium
West Columbus High School
June 6, 2025 at 6 pm
West Columbus High School Auditorium
Congratulations to the following Art and Poetry Winners from the Yam Festival:
Poetry:
K-5
Kenya Brown CES 1st
Indiana Burroughs WTS 2nd
Kambri Cummings HAES 3rd
Tarell Antone HAES HM
6-8
Piper Burroughs WTS 1st
Dulce Gonzalez ADES 2nd
Cadence Strickland WTS 3rd
Wylie Cartrette WTS HM
9-12
Mika Williams SCHS 1st
Mckenna Ware-Rudnik ECJSHS 2nd
Kenneth Shayne McMillian SCHS 3rd
LilyAnne Long CCCA HM
Art
Morgan Pridgen ADES 1st
Aylin Vega Carbajal ADES 2nd
Aylin Vega Carbajal ADES 3rd
Grettel De La Cruz ADES 3rd
Marlyn Sanchez ADES 3rd
Jacey Sandlin ADES hm
Dulce Gonzalez Gonzalez ADES hm
Grace Watts CCCA 2nd
Daisy Cribb CCCA 3rd
Grace Watts CCCA 3rd
Wesley Stewart CCCA hm
Mckenna Ware-Rudnik ECJSHS 1st
Brittany Mitchell ECJSHS 2nd
Illiany Hernandez ECJSHS 2nd
Sophia Alverado Rivera ECJSHS 2nd
Brittney Mitchell ECJSHS 3rd
Mckenna Ware-Rudnik ECJSHS hm
Brittany Mitchell ECJSHS hm
Brentley Wilson ECJSHS hm
Angelly Nedelka De La Cruz Jimenez ECJSHS hm
Milana Graham ECJSHS hm
Luziana Cruz Perez ECJSHS hm
Mya Jacobs HAES 2nd
Aniyah Spaulding HAES 3rd
McKenzie Gerald NMS hm
India Sammons SCHS 1st
Alena Taylor SCHS 1st
Alena Taylor SCHS 1st
Felix Castrejon-Baltazar SCHS 2nd
Felix Castrejon-Baltazar SCHS 2nd
Greenley Hardee SCHS 3rd
Molly meares SCHS hm
India Sammons SCHS hm
Alena Taylor SCHS hm
Greidys Avelino SCHS hm
Greidys Avelini SCHS hm
Devora Redondo TCS 1st
Andrea Powell TCS 2nd
Mia Denton TCS 2nd
Emmanuel Hernandez TCS 3rd
Autumn Todd WCHS 2nd
Samantha Strickland WCHS 2nd
Nehemiah Williams WCHS hm
Johnny Dominguez WTS 2nd
Keylin Long WTS 2nd
Julia Bailey WTS 3rd
Mckenna Ward WTS hm
Congratulations to the winners (and their teachers) of the Yam Festival Poetry Contest!
K-5
Kenya Brown, CES, 1st;
Indiana Burroughs, WTS, 2nd;
6-8
Piper Burroughs, WTS, 1st;
Dulce Gonzalez, ADES, 2nd;
Cadence Strickland, WTS, 3rd;
Wylie Cartrette, WTS, HM
9-12
Mika Williams, SCHS, 1st;
Mckenna Ware-Rudnik, ECJSHS, 2nd;
Kenneth Shayne McMillian, SCHS, 3rd;
LilyAnne Long, CCCA, HM
Monday, October 28th, is a Teacher Workday for all schools except CCCA. No school for students.
October Board Meeting Audio Live
https://www.youtube.com/live/-je9uBbwf9M?feature=shared