Colerain All Stars Newsletter
Week of May 2nd
Colerain Announcements
- CCS Bell Schedule Focus Groups - Tuesday, May 3rd & Wednesday May 4th - see details below
- Colerain PTA Meeting - Wednesday, May 4th - see details below
- Colerain Musical "Aristocats" - Thursday, May 12th at 2:30p @ Colerain - see details below
- How to be Successful in Middle School - Thursday, May 12th from 3:15p - 4p @ Colerain - see details below
- Colerain Art Extravaganza - Thursday, May 12th from 4p - 6p @ Colerain - see details below
- Colerain Talent Show - Thursday, May 19th - if your student is interested in trying out for the Colerain Talent Show, please complete and return the sheet that was sent home. Unfortunately, families are not allowed to attend, but the show will be recorded and shared!
- NO SCHOOL - Monday, May 30th - for Memorial Day
- Last Day of School - Thursday, June 2nd
- Next School Year Calendar - see below
CCS Focus Group - Bell Schedule
We recognize a potential change in start times will impact our families, our staff and community partners. The District does not take this decision lightly but believes it may best serve Columbus City Schools students today and in the future. Please join one of the below focus groups to share your comments/concerns.
Tuesday, May 3rd 10:00 – 10:30 am
https://ccsoh-us.zoom.us/j/5164230220?pwd=cXo1VTFEUFljTHk3WU5HaTFLa0JuZz09
Wednesday, May 4th 12:00 - 12:30 PM
https://ccsoh-us.zoom.us/j/5164230220?pwd=cXo1VTFEUFljTHk3WU5HaTFLa0JuZz09
Colerain PTA Meeting
zoom: https://ccsoh-us.zoom.us/j/6539728100?pwd=QW8rMVJnZGluZmxtQkVXeCtacnUwQT09
Local Summer Camps
It's not too early to register for the many summer camps available around town:
- Camp Wyandot Overnight Camp Registration
- Camp Wyandot Day Camp Registration
- Columbus Parks & Recreation Camps
- MathPlus Camps
- Columbus Zoo Camps
- The Past Foundation Camps
- Franklin County Metro Parks Camps
- Columbus Children's Theater Camps
- Just Hoops Basketball Camps
- Ohio Hispanic Coalition Camps (scroll down to "youth & education")
- Columbus State University Camps
- Greater Columbus Sports Connection Camps
Pathways Express - MAY
Learners will explore families, neighborhoods, and cities to find ways to contribute to their community.
More details here: https://www.ccsoh.us/domain/4353
CCS FactLine
Phone: 614-221-FACT (221-3228)
Email: Factline@columbus.k12.oh.us.
Community Resources
COVID Vaccines
- FREE Vaccine Locations (no appointment needed): see flyer below
- Ohio Department of Health: https://gettheshot.coronavirus.ohio.gov/
- Columbus Public Health: https://www.columbus.gov/c19vax/
- Children's Hospital: https://www.nationwidechildrens.org/family-resources-education/health-wellness-and-safety-resources/covid-19/vaccine
- Your Pediatrician: call them to see if they are providing vaccines yet
Resources
- ***NEW: City of Columbus Rental and Utility Assistance
- ***NEW: Furniture Bank of Central Ohio - 614-272-9544
- "Father Up"Program - free program/resources from "action for children"
- FREE Fresh Food Market (starting Saturday, March 19th @ 11a) - see flyer below for more details.
- Huckleberry House (CRISIS Shelter)
- Real Mom Nutrition (CCS mom and Family Ambassador)
- First Tee Central Ohio (FREE Golf Classes for CCS Students)
- Columbus Parks & Rec Summer Camp Registration (outdoor camp registration starts Thursday, February 24th at 7 pm indoor camp registration starts March 1st at 7 pm)
- Joseph's Coats (& household goods)
- Children's Advocacy Project
- Cota Plus (rides to and from your home...accessible vehicles per request)
- Black Mental Health
- Tutoring Resources
- Action for Children
Fun Programs & Recreational Opportunities for Kids with Special Needs
Important Links
- CCS Website
- CCS Parent Portal
- CCS Peach Jar Flyers (community resources)
- CCS School Year Calendar
- CCS Virtual Family Engagement Sessions (current and archived sessions)
- CCS Translated Documents
- CCS Health Hub
- CCS Quarantine Guidelines (and Flow Chart)
- Special Ed Parent Mentor Program
Colerain Family Ambassador - Matt Dixon
The Family Ambassador is a liaison that facilitates partnerships, between families and the school, that support student academic success and well being.
If you have any questions, ideas, or feedback, please reach out to me either phone or email.
Email: mdixon2@columbus.k12.oh.us
Phone: 614-285-4679
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/450787118284371
Colerain Elementary
Update Attendance Phone: 380-997-0235
Email: coleraines@columbus.k12.oh.us
Website: https://www.ccsoh.us/coleraines
Location: 499 East Weisheimer Road, Columbus, OH, USA
Phone: 614-365-6001
Columbus City Schools
FACTline Email: factline@columbus.k12.oh.us
FACTline Phone Number: 614-221-FACT (614-221-3228)
Customer Relations Phone Number: (614) 365-8888
Customer Relations Email: customerrelations@columbus.k12.oh.us