Columbus Christian School

CCS Geography students are learning about different types of government. They competed in a tower building competition. Each group was operating under a different government with different rules to follow! Thanks to Ms. Imlay for this creative lesson!

Just as a reminder -- today our CCS Staff will participate in a day of Professional Development. All students will have an e-Learning day. Instructions have been sent home with all students (via packets or on Google Classroom). And -- Monday starts FALL BREAK! Enjoy -- and we'll see you back at school on Monday, October 16.

Congratulations to Mrs. Adams’ Kindergarten Class on learning their ABC’s! 🎉 CCS classes celebrated with them during their special parade. ❤️

Time is running out! This is the last week to order some amazing coffee for our local outreach, the Affordable Christmas Program. Our CCS Seniors are selling locally roasted, delicious coffee from Humble Joe’s Coffee Co. Hurry -- orders accepted until October 6. Our target delivery date is October 23. Use this link to order. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScQylPKTANpU_3MhGgHE7BazFNJb6KEhhlFIEmHmH1fDMrb8Q/viewform?pli=1&fbclid=IwAR21uLY8PSy1rJlP0zwaBc8sCnyPI7Aaf6ByyQmNRN-jltxvCaLA9RgQE_Q

Mark your calendars! The CCS Drama Department will be presenting "A Lighter Shade of Noir" by Patrick Derksen on October 20th and 21st. Doors will open at 6:30 and the show starts at 7pm. Come see how a group of crazy detectives attempt to solve a crime that happened right under their noses, all while they fight to prove it's each of their own arch nemesis who did it. Tickets are set to be available now and are $5 for student and $8 for adult. (Tickets will be $2 more at the door -- so get your tickets soon!)

Congratulations to our "Crusaders of the Month" for August!

Coffee for Christmas?! Our CCS Seniors are selling locally roasted, delicious coffee from Humble Joe’s Coffee Co. to raise money for the Affordable Christmas Program (their Senior Project). Orders may be submitted now until October 6. Our target delivery date is October 23. Use this link to order. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScQylPKTANpU_3MhGgHE7BazFNJb6KEhhlFIEmHmH1fDMrb8Q/viewform?pli=1

Meet the group behind keeping CCS clean and well maintained! Mr. Calib Smith oversees our Grounds and Maintenance needs. Mrs. Nina Pacheco is our daytime custodian. Mr. Ever Pablo Iviyogen, Ms. Jeidaliz Cintron, and Ms. Cheryl Lee are our evening custodial team! We are thankful for their hard work and dedication to CCS and our students.

Meet the CCS Specials Team! Mrs. Linda Felde is our Librarian and is the 1st grade Classroom Assistant. Mrs. Itxel Mann teaches PE and Computer Applications. Mrs. Jill Friedersdorf leads our CCS Choirs. This group of talented individuals leads our students to grow, refine their skills, experience the arts, and trust in Scriptures like Jeremiah 29:11 and Psalm 34:4.

Meet the CCS Nurse and CCS Academic Coach! Mrs. Sheila Hackworth is an RN and is our School Nurse! She is available for minor emergencies, health questions or concerns. Sheila has been a nurse for 30 plus years. Sheila also teaches Anatomy and Physiology through Ivy Tech's dual credit program. Mrs. Miranda Fleeharty is CCS (and CCSNV's) Academic Coach - which means she tracks data for the State, helps teachers implement teaching strategies to help students achieve grade-level goals, and is essential in training teachers in Google Classroom, Go Guardian, and Renaissance. She is also the CCS Yearbook Advisor. These ladies have a heart of service - clinging to Scriptures like Colossians 3:23-24, "working for the Lord..." and Proverbs 3:5-6, "trusting in the Lord." We are thankful for the talents and knowledge these ladies bring to CCS!

Don't forget to check out our Online Auction! We are thankful to the businesses and individuals who donated these items! From IU Tickets to custom tumblers, you never know what goodies you can find - and for a good cause! https://go.rallyup.com/44ea3b/Campaign/Details?mibextid=Zxz2cZ&fbclid=IwAR2VWks9jWmRrnqfS4mK3HsomQGE1DH6GzpU1poy31Qqe4C_cvL01nH4rwA Auction closes on Saturday, September 23rd at noon!

Meet the CCS Elementary Bible Teachers! Mrs. Beth Johnson has worked in ministry in the Columbus for many years and has joined the CCS Team to teach Bible in Kindergarten-3rd Grade. Mrs. Abby Glasser has been involved in ministry for the majority of her adult life and teaches Bible to students in 4th-6th Grade. They cling to Philippians 4:13 and Proverbs 3:4-5, reminding us to "trust in the Lord" who "gives us strength." Mrs. Johnson and Mrs. Glasser teach interactive and applicable lessons based directly in scriptures. They make sure our students have both a head knowledge, but most importantly, heart knowledge of who Jesus is and how much He loves us all.

If you ordered from the CCS Athletic Department Mum and Pumpkin sale, pick up is scheduled for Thursday, September 21st!

What a crew for Round 2 of our Secondary Team! Mrs. Cheryl Thill teaches 11th & 12th English, as well as Speech and Interpersonal Communications. Ms. Savannah Spurgeon teaches 9th/10th Grade PE and is our College and Career Coordinator (Ivy Tech/Work-based Learning). Mrs. Julie Humphrey teaches Spanish 1, 2 &3. Mrs. Angee Leeds is our Guidance Counselor and teaches our Senior Project class. Mr. Gary Yeager teaches Algebra 1 & 2, Personal Finance & Geometry. Mr. Spencer Heaton leads our Chapel services and teaches High School Bible. Mr. Brian Buterbaugh teaches 8th/7th Grade Science, Integrated Chemistry/Physics (ICP), Biology, Health, & Chemistry. These teachers cling to Scriptures like John 3:14-15, teaching students that "...everyone who believes may have eternal life in Him." We are thankful for all of our Staff who work together and teach our Middle and High School students!

Part 1 of our Secondary Team! Mrs. Jennifer Schlaudroff teaches English, Language Arts, Journalism, and Debate. Mrs. Mikki Maurey teaches Fine Arts, Life Skills, Theater, and PE. Ms. Morgan Imlay teaches Social Studies, Geography, US History, Government/Economics, and Study Skills. Mr. Patrick Glasser teaches Middle School Bible and PE. Mrs. Ariah Heaton is our Secondary Principal and teaches Middle School Math. Mrs. Amanda Smith is our Secondary Assistant and is excellent at jumping in and assisting both our students and Secondary Teachers around CCS! These teachers cling to Scriptures that focus on "being strong and courageous" like in Deuteronomy 31:6, having “pure joy, when you face trials" like in James 1:2-3, and “perseveres through trials" like in James 1:12. We are thankful for the heart that this team has for serving our Crusaders!

Check out our Online Auction! We are thankful to the business and individuals who donated these items! From IU Tickets to custom tumblers, you never know what goodies you can find - and for a good cause! https://go.rallyup.com/44ea3b/Campaign/Details?mibextid=Zxz2cZ&fbclid=IwAR2VWks9jWmRrnqfS4mK3HsomQGE1DH6GzpU1poy31Qqe4C_cvL01nH4rwA Auction closes on September 23rd at noon!

This year is a big year for students in grades 4-6 at CCS. We have introduced them to the "Intermediate School" concept. These classes are taught by an amazing team with big hearts for our Crusaders. (From Left to Right): Mr. Zion Napier is a 4th Grade Homeroom teacher and teaches Science. Mrs. Amy Gladden is a 5th Grade Homeroom Teacher and teaches Language Arts/Reading. Mrs. Connie Sidener is a 4th grade Homeroom teacher and teaches History. Mrs. Lindsay Brown is a 5th Grade Homeroom teacher and teaches Math. Mrs. Amanda Rader is our Intermediate Classroom Assistant. Mrs. Mary Ann Bailey is our 6th Grade Homeroom teacher and also teaches Math. These classes also teach our students to trust God's plans (like in Jeremiah 29:11) and to rely on God's peace (like in Isaiah 26:3). We are excited for these students to grow in their education and faith with the help of this outstanding team of teachers pouring into them!

Third Grade knows how to have a good time while they learn! Mrs. Bethany Trimnell, Mrs. Sharon Ashmore, Grandma Cheryl (Foster Grandparent Program), and Mr. Tyler Ashmore (Classroom Assistant) go above and beyond to make sure our 3rd graders excel in their school work. 3rd graders are also taught to "Trust in the Lord" and in "His mighty strength" as we see in Proverbs 3:5-6 & Psalms 46:1. We are thankful for this amazing team of teachers and classroom assistants!

‼️ FLASH SALE ‼️ Did you miss the CCS Theme Shirt Sale? We have a few left JUST FOR YOU! Use the link provided to order your shirt. Shirts will be sent home as soon as the Main Office receives payment. Sale ends Friday (9/15/23). https://forms.gle/xxeeEPCfE23FHh2YA Available sizes: 3 Youth XS 3 Youth Sm 4 Youth M 10 Adult Sm 10 Adult Lg 4 Adult XL 5 Adult 2XL 3 Adult 3XL 3 Adult 4XL

Second Graders are a blessed group when they walk into the classrooms of Mrs. Angie Herron, Ms. Whitney Hallett, and Ms. Chesney Carr (assistant)! Second grade not only focuses on school work, but they also teach kindness and friendship (Proverbs 11:16). What a great group of ladies to teach these students!