Mission: 
​Together we empower, inspire, and persevere!

Columbus Core Beliefs

We, the staff of Columbus Elementary, came together to discuss our beliefs as they relate to education, learning, and your children.

We believe the aim of education is to create and foster:

LIFELONG LEARNING

We do this by teaching our students to:

• Explore the world
• Stay curious, passionate and continuously grow
• Have the ability and desire to analyze, reflect and question
• Understand the importance of making informed decisions

INDEPENDENCE and OWNERSHIP

We do this by teaching our students to:

• Have the ability to overcome barriers
• Be self-aware
• Believe in the ability to create your destiny
• Advocate for self
• Be organized and master work skills
• Have the ability to navigate the 21st century world
• Understand personal responsibilities

BECOMING A CONTRIBUTING MEMBER OF SOCIETY

We do this by teaching our students to:

• Be aware of others and advocate for others
• Need or want to influence positive change
• Build and maintain productive relationships
• Be informed of issues facing society
• Obtain knowledge and skills needed to successfully participate in society
• Be adaptable and flexible to change
• Have the ability to cooperate, collaborate, and be empathetic

These beliefs will guide us on our journey to providing an excellent, high quality education to our students as they prepare for high school, college and beyond.

Columbus History

Christopher Columbus Elementary School was named after the explorer. While controversy surrounds this man, it cannot be denied that he was courageous, an adventurer, and a man who beat the odds to discover a new land. Our students strive to emulate the positive characteristics of an explorer: bravery, intelligence, persistence, and determination.

Columbus Elementary School was founded in 1886. The current building was built in 1910. The playground was added about twelve years ago.

Safety and Security

Columbus Elementary strives to welcome all visitors. In order to keep everyone safe and secure, we ask that you follow the visitor's protocol when entering the building.

1. Ring the bell. If our security officer doesn't recognize you, then she will ask you to state your business. Please don't be offended. This is to ensure only those with an exact purpose to come into the building are let in.
2. Make your way to the main office. It is across from room 102, on your left when coming in the main entrance.
3. State your reason for the visit to the clerk.
4. Sign in our visitor's log.
5. The clerk will give you a visitor's pass. Write your name, the room you are visiting, and the date. Place the visitor pass on your top so it is visible for all to see.
6. Now you are ready to start your visit. Make your way to the room you are going to.
7. Enjoy your visit!

Staff
Ms. Lisa Faiola
Security