It is with deep sadness that we reflect on the passing of Mr. Dan Bekar, a cherished teacher, friend and mentor to many within our Columbiana School family and Columbiana Community. A true Clipper at heart, he played a significant role in shaping the lives of countless students. Mr. Bekar's commitment to education and community extended beyond the classroom, as evidenced by his roles as a dedicated teacher, coach, and Columbiana City Councilman. His impact reached multiple generations of the Columbiana community, whether imparting knowledge in the classroom, guiding students through physical education and wood shop, coaching student-athletes or volunteering in countless community organizations. During this difficult time, our thoughts and prayers are with the Bekar family.
Parents of students with gifted identification(s):
Written Education Plans (WEP’s) were shared to your email at the end of October. The email you received will be from Samegoal and not Columbiana Exempted Schools. If you do not see this email, please check your spam folder. If you still do not see the email from Samegoal, contact your child’s teacher to reshare the WEP.
Please review the goals established by your child’s teacher(s). On the last page of the WEP, please electronically sign the WEP. Then, check “I give consent to initiate gifted education and related services specified in the WEP,” or “I do not give consent for gifted education at this time.”
Due date to sign your child’s WEP is Friday, Dec. 1st
If you have any questions, please contact Mr. Jackson. Thank you!
Please keep the Tuscarawas Valley Local School District in your thoughts and prayers. Today, Tuscarawas Valley students were on board a charter bus headed to Columbus to perform for the Ohio School Boards Association conference when it was involved in a very serious accident. At lease six individuals have lost their lives and another 18 have been injured. Our hearts go out the Tuscararwas community.
CHS Veterans Day Reminder:
Our CHS Veterans Day program is tomorrow (Nov. 10). All veteran guests should park in the west lot or behind the high school and enter for breakfast at 9AM in the CHS Commons/Cafeteria, followed by our program in the auditorium. We will have choir members at the front, west, and band entrance doors to assist with directions. Thank you!
CHS & CMS CCP Reminder:
We look forward to seeing our students and families this evening at
our CCP Informational Session with YSU at 6pm in the High School
Auditorium. Please enter through the high school Gym doors. Before
entering the Auditorium, please be sure to sign in and pick up all
handouts that will include information on the PowerPoint presentation.
Doors will open at 5:45pm.
CHS CCP Meeting:
Any students entering grades 9-12 in the 24-25 School Year and are
interested in participating in CCP -- Please join us for an
informational session hosted by YSU here on November 9th at 6pm in the
High School Auditorium. This meeting only needs to be attended if you
will be new to the CCP program. If you have questions, please reach
out to Mrs. Cleghorn in the High School Counseling Office. We look
forward to seeing you there!
CHS:
Want to go to Ireland? That chance is here! In June of 2025, Mrs. McCormick will be hosting a group of travelers who want to explore the Emerald Isle! Grab your friends and family and join us on this awesome adventure! The informational meeting will be held on Thursday, November 9th, at 7pm, in person or through zoom. Click here to register https://bit.ly/46Hdff0
CHS Parent(s)/Guardian(s):
In an effort to address HB 123 and ensure our students' needs are being met , we have invited Amy Gladman from The Counseling Center, to present to our students on various topics surrounding mental health. Please follow the link below for a copy of the letter your child will be receiving today. May everyone have a great weekend and Go Clippers!
https://core-docs.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/610/Columbiana_High_School/3694331/Parent_letter_for_SPEAK.docx.pdf
Pancake Breakfast Update:
Due to circumstances, this weekend’s “Meet the Team Pancake Breakfast” has been postponed. We look forward to rescheduling this event at a later date. May everyone have a great weekend, and GO CLIPPERS!
CHS:
A ticket auction sponsoring the Junior Class Prom will be held on Saturday, Nov. 18 at the Youngstown Shrine Club. Tickets are $15 each or full tables of eight are available for $80. Doors open at 5 p.m. Please contact Junior Class advisors Holly Ferguson or Trisha Nord at the high school, or Junior Parent Jane Buckingham at (330)502-1351. Come out for a fun night and to support a great cause for our students. Tickets should be purchased no later than Monday, 11/6. First come, first served. Thank you!
CHS:
CCCTC will be closed tomorrow due to a 24 hour water boil advisory from Buckeye Water. Full-day CCCTC students have no school. Half-day students should report to CHS for half-day classes only. Thank you!
CHS:
Any middle or high school band or choir student who participated in the Century Resources fundraiser should bring an adult and pick up their orders TODAY between 3:30 - 6:30 pm in the HS auditorium. Items should be delivered immediately due to their perishable nature! Thank you!
CHS:
CCP Informational Session -- Any student currently in grades 9-11 interested in participating in CCP for the 24-25 school year, can join us on November 9th at 6pm in the Auditorium. YSU will be hosting a general information session. This meeting is important to attend if you are entering into the CCP program for the first time.
CHS Athletic Update:
Please be reminded that tonight's football game vs. Valley Christian is at HOME, beginning at 7PM. Also, no youth football activities are permitted within the stadium. We look forward to seeing everyone cheering for the Clippers!
CHS Veterans Day Pictures:
TODAY is the deadline for registering veteran guests for our high school program on Friday, November 10th. You may email the information and/or a picture of the veteran to Mrs. Cowan at Megan.Cowan@columbianaschools.org
Thank you!
CHS:
CCP Informational Session -- Any student currently in grades 9-11 interested in
participating in CCP for the 24-25 school year, can join us on
November 9th at 6pm in the Auditorium. YSU will be hosting a general
information session. This meeting is important to attend if you are
entering into the CCP program for the first time.
CHS Tournament Ticket Info:
Clipper Fans - Fall Tournament tickets for volleyball and soccer can be purchased online ($8 adult/senior citizen and $5 for students). All tickets are $10 at the door where cash is accepted. Please follow the link below to purchase tickets.
Girls soccer travels to Champion tonight in sectional play (6:00 start)!
Volleyball hosts Mooney tonight in sectional play at home (7:30 start)!
Boys soccer hosts Mineral Ridge tomorrow night beginning at 4:30!
Go Clippers!
https://www.ohsaa.org/tickets
CHS Athletics:
Kian Hartley is in the running for Prep Zone national player of the week. Follow the link below to vote for Kian! Voting closes Sunday at midnight, central time. Go Clippers!
https://prepredzone.com/player-of-the-week-voting/
CHS Athletic Reminder:
Clipper Fans,
For the safety of all spectators, please be reminded that football activity outside of tonight's event is not permitted. Thank you for your understanding and Go Clippers!
CHS Athletics - Kian Hartley, Big Dog of the Valley:
Kian Hartley is in the running for "2023 Baird Brothers Big Dog of the Valley" for area football! Voting ends Monday at midnight. Please follow the link below to vote as you can (multiple votes allowed). Go Clippers!
https://ysnlive.com/big-dogs/