We're so glad you're here! 

Welcome students, families, friends, and neighbors.
 Together we empower, inspire, and persevere!  

Level 1+ School

High Quality Teachers

Caring Community

The Leader in Me @ Columbus

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We see the genius in every child and develop leadership in ALL students. ​

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Each day, students are taught about the 7 Habits of Highly Effective People. In addition, each classroom creates a mission statement to guide them to success! 

Learn more

Prospective Parent Tours

 If you're interested in finding out more about our Level 1+, Exemplary neighborhood school, plan a tour. A staff member or student will be happy to give you a tour and tell you all the wonderful things about Columbus Elementary.  

Come any Tuesday between 8:30 and 9:30 a.m.
OR
Call the main office to request an appointment.

Call for appointment

​773-534-4350

Find Important Information

Parent Resources

Find the important forms and infromation that you need here. 

Resources

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Breakfast & Lunch Menu

News & Announcements

Keep up to date with the latest news and announcemnts at Columbus.

Announcements

Calendars

Check for upcoming field trips, parent meetings, jeans days, and more! ​.

Columbus Calendar

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District Calendar

Classroom News via Social Media

Some of our staff have started social media pages for their classrooms!
​Like and follow them below to see what's going on.

Mrs. Oleksy | Principal
Facebook: Principal Oleksy

Ms. Blochowiak | 1st Grade
Instagram: 1st.grade.with.ms.blochowiak

Mrs. Gibb | 4th Grade
Facebook: Columbus Room 201
Instagram: Mrsgibbs201

Ms. Pietruszka | School Counselor
Facebook: Columbus Counselor
Instagram: columbus_counselor​