A Board Member Farewell: Christina Vera.
From CCS student to former Board president, Christina led with heart, purpose, and deep commitment to the community that shaped her.
Thank you for your Service, Christina! #OurCCS #LeadersGrownHere
From CCS student to former Board president, Christina led with heart, purpose, and deep commitment to the community that shaped her.
Thank you for your Service, Christina! #OurCCS #LeadersGrownHere
A Board Member Farewell: Christina Vera
A Brookhaven High School graduate, Christina Vera centered equity, student voice, and family engagement throughout her service on the Columbus Board of Education.
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December 16, 2025 at 8:09 PM
A Board Member Farewell: Christina Vera.
From CCS student to former Board president, Christina led with heart, purpose, and deep commitment to the community that shaped her.
Thank you for your Service, Christina! #OurCCS #LeadersGrownHere
From CCS student to former Board president, Christina led with heart, purpose, and deep commitment to the community that shaped her.
Thank you for your Service, Christina! #OurCCS #LeadersGrownHere
Student-athletes across the District are taking their talents to the NCAA! Congratulations to four football players from Columbus Africentric and Northland on their commitments to playing their sport at the next level! 🌟
#OurCCS #LeadersGrownHere
#OurCCS #LeadersGrownHere
What colleges did central Ohio athletes pick on National Signing Day?
Football’s early signing period began Dec. 3, and it was a busy day for high school players in central Ohio.
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December 4, 2025 at 4:13 PM
Student-athletes across the District are taking their talents to the NCAA! Congratulations to four football players from Columbus Africentric and Northland on their commitments to playing their sport at the next level! 🌟
#OurCCS #LeadersGrownHere
#OurCCS #LeadersGrownHere
West High School opened its doors to possibility as students explored a world of opportunities at its College & Career Fair. From universities and training programs to in-demand careers and military pathways, West scholars connected with leaders ready to help shape their futures. #LeadersGrownHere
November 21, 2025 at 5:15 PM
West High School opened its doors to possibility as students explored a world of opportunities at its College & Career Fair. From universities and training programs to in-demand careers and military pathways, West scholars connected with leaders ready to help shape their futures. #LeadersGrownHere
The TECH CORPS Hackathon brought coding to life for over 200 students across the District. Students were guided by industry mentors and university professors to code, problem-solve, and innovate technology for the future. Our #LeadersGrownHere are developing mobile apps to power the future. 🔌💡
November 21, 2025 at 4:00 PM
The TECH CORPS Hackathon brought coding to life for over 200 students across the District. Students were guided by industry mentors and university professors to code, problem-solve, and innovate technology for the future. Our #LeadersGrownHere are developing mobile apps to power the future. 🔌💡
Johnson Park graduate Matt Barnes takes us down memory lane as he walks the hallways of his old school. He tells us how CCS prepared him to be the man he is today, a news anchor at NBC4 WCMH. #OurCCS #LeadersGrownHere
Leaders Grown Here: Matt Barnes
NBC4 News Anchor, Matt Barnes takes us down memory lane as he walks the hallways of Johnson Park Middle School.
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November 20, 2025 at 11:00 PM
Johnson Park graduate Matt Barnes takes us down memory lane as he walks the hallways of his old school. He tells us how CCS prepared him to be the man he is today, a news anchor at NBC4 WCMH. #OurCCS #LeadersGrownHere
West High School business and marketing students visited the Ohio University College of Business! West’s #CTE learners got a firsthand look at what it means to pursue a degree in business, from hands-on coursework to exciting internship and study abroad opportunities. 📊💼 #LeadersGrownHere
November 20, 2025 at 8:00 PM
West High School business and marketing students visited the Ohio University College of Business! West’s #CTE learners got a firsthand look at what it means to pursue a degree in business, from hands-on coursework to exciting internship and study abroad opportunities. 📊💼 #LeadersGrownHere
Our friends from @columbuscrew are helping us turn readers into LEADERS! Players passed out English and Spanish books to our scholars at Avalon Elementary inspiring them to meet their literacy and attendance goals! 📚 #LeadersGrownHere #StayintheGame
November 19, 2025 at 6:35 PM
Our friends from @columbuscrew are helping us turn readers into LEADERS! Players passed out English and Spanish books to our scholars at Avalon Elementary inspiring them to meet their literacy and attendance goals! 📚 #LeadersGrownHere #StayintheGame
At Ohio State East Hospital, ninth graders from Beechcroft High School explored real-world roles, tried adaptive tools, and discovered new pathways that support patient recovery every day in areas such as physical, speech, and occupational therapy. 💪🧠#LeadersGrownHere #BEechcroftAmazing
Hands-on Learning Brings Health Science to Life for CCS Students
Students at Beechcroft High School experienced a day in the life of health-care professionals, guided by experts from The Ohio State University.
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November 18, 2025 at 8:02 PM
At Ohio State East Hospital, ninth graders from Beechcroft High School explored real-world roles, tried adaptive tools, and discovered new pathways that support patient recovery every day in areas such as physical, speech, and occupational therapy. 💪🧠#LeadersGrownHere #BEechcroftAmazing
Our library instructional assistants are learning new tools and strategies to help help students navigate the online world with confidence, kindness, and safety, thanks to a partnership between Google and Highlights Magazine! #LeadersGrownHere
November 17, 2025 at 7:00 PM
Our library instructional assistants are learning new tools and strategies to help help students navigate the online world with confidence, kindness, and safety, thanks to a partnership between Google and Highlights Magazine! #LeadersGrownHere
CCS continues to take action to ensure no child goes hungry. Superintendent/CEO Dr. Angela Chapman, staff and members of the Board of Education will be helping hand out food at West High School from 4 to 6:00 p.m. TONIGHT. 🍎 🥕 🍌 🥦 🍇
Learn more at bit.ly/3M0Uhul #LeadersGrownHere
Learn more at bit.ly/3M0Uhul #LeadersGrownHere
November 14, 2025 at 2:34 PM
CCS continues to take action to ensure no child goes hungry. Superintendent/CEO Dr. Angela Chapman, staff and members of the Board of Education will be helping hand out food at West High School from 4 to 6:00 p.m. TONIGHT. 🍎 🥕 🍌 🥦 🍇
Learn more at bit.ly/3M0Uhul #LeadersGrownHere
Learn more at bit.ly/3M0Uhul #LeadersGrownHere
Thanks to generous donations from the Central Ohio Bengali Cultural Association and the Andhra People of Central Ohio, Northland High School’s STEM Club can further their innovative learning and exploration as they prepare for national competition. #LeadersGrownHere
November 12, 2025 at 1:51 PM
Thanks to generous donations from the Central Ohio Bengali Cultural Association and the Andhra People of Central Ohio, Northland High School’s STEM Club can further their innovative learning and exploration as they prepare for national competition. #LeadersGrownHere
The JROTC OH-871 from Fort Hayes Metropolitan Education Center proudly represented Columbus City Schools at the annual MilVets Veterans Rally at the National Veterans Memorial and Museum. Read the full story to learn more! ❤️🤍💙 #VeteransDay #OurCCS #LeadersGrownHere
Fort Hayes Cadets Bridge Generations of Service
The Air Force JROTC OH-871 Red Tails stood tall among veterans, representing the next generation of courage, discipline, and respect.
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November 11, 2025 at 8:21 PM
The JROTC OH-871 from Fort Hayes Metropolitan Education Center proudly represented Columbus City Schools at the annual MilVets Veterans Rally at the National Veterans Memorial and Museum. Read the full story to learn more! ❤️🤍💙 #VeteransDay #OurCCS #LeadersGrownHere
Congratulations to Whetstone's Miriam Rule who competed in the Division II Cross Country OHSAA State Championship this past weekend!
Miriam finished 73rd overall out of 216 runners! Well done, Miriam! 👏🏃
#LeadersGrownHere
Miriam finished 73rd overall out of 216 runners! Well done, Miriam! 👏🏃
#LeadersGrownHere
November 4, 2025 at 6:17 PM
Congratulations to Whetstone's Miriam Rule who competed in the Division II Cross Country OHSAA State Championship this past weekend!
Miriam finished 73rd overall out of 216 runners! Well done, Miriam! 👏🏃
#LeadersGrownHere
Miriam finished 73rd overall out of 216 runners! Well done, Miriam! 👏🏃
#LeadersGrownHere
We're wrapping up National Principals Month featuring Tiffany Genton of Maize Elementary!
Principal Genton has been an prominent member of CCS for 23 years and to her students and staff, her love for the community is evident. #LeadersGrownHere
Principal Genton has been an prominent member of CCS for 23 years and to her students and staff, her love for the community is evident. #LeadersGrownHere
National Principals Month: Principal Tiffany Genton Shines at Maize Elementary
Principal Tiffany Genton’s story is a celebration of love, leadership, and the joy of growing leaders at Columbus City Schools.
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October 31, 2025 at 5:49 PM
We're wrapping up National Principals Month featuring Tiffany Genton of Maize Elementary!
Principal Genton has been an prominent member of CCS for 23 years and to her students and staff, her love for the community is evident. #LeadersGrownHere
Principal Genton has been an prominent member of CCS for 23 years and to her students and staff, her love for the community is evident. #LeadersGrownHere
Over 140 volunteers from Designer Brands & United Way joined Champion MS & Weinland Park ES for a Mount Vernon cleanup. 🌻
Students, staff, & community worked together to make their schools shine. That’s how #LeadersGrownHere lead by example! 💪 #OurCCS
Students, staff, & community worked together to make their schools shine. That’s how #LeadersGrownHere lead by example! 💪 #OurCCS
Volunteers Unite to Beautify Mount Vernon Neighborhood and Inspire Student Leaders
Over 140 volunteers from Designer Brands and United Way teamed up with Champion Middle School and Weinland Park Elementary for a day of service, teamwork, and leadership.
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October 22, 2025 at 5:46 PM
Over 140 volunteers from Designer Brands & United Way joined Champion MS & Weinland Park ES for a Mount Vernon cleanup. 🌻
Students, staff, & community worked together to make their schools shine. That’s how #LeadersGrownHere lead by example! 💪 #OurCCS
Students, staff, & community worked together to make their schools shine. That’s how #LeadersGrownHere lead by example! 💪 #OurCCS
Congratulations to Superintendent/CEO, Dr. Angela Chapman! Dr. Chapman, our fearless leader, was named to this year's 2025 Most Influential list by Who's Who in Black Columbus powered by Real Times Media.
Read more about Dr. Chapman here: https://bit.ly/49cKriC #LeadersGrownHere
Read more about Dr. Chapman here: https://bit.ly/49cKriC #LeadersGrownHere
October 22, 2025 at 2:30 PM
Congratulations to Superintendent/CEO, Dr. Angela Chapman! Dr. Chapman, our fearless leader, was named to this year's 2025 Most Influential list by Who's Who in Black Columbus powered by Real Times Media.
Read more about Dr. Chapman here: https://bit.ly/49cKriC #LeadersGrownHere
Read more about Dr. Chapman here: https://bit.ly/49cKriC #LeadersGrownHere
This #NationalPrincipalsMonth, we salute leaders grown here in CCS—like Clinton Elementary’s Jesse McKown. From U.S. Army Captain to principal, his leadership is rooted in service, presence, and purpose. #LeadersGrownHere #OurCCS
National Principals Month: Mission First Leadership, Clinton Principal McKown Brings A Fresh Perspective
This #NationalPrincipalsMonth, we salute leaders grown here in CCS—like Clinton Elementary’s Jesse McKown. From U.S. Army Captain to principal, his leadership is rooted in service, presence, and ...
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October 17, 2025 at 4:15 PM
This #NationalPrincipalsMonth, we salute leaders grown here in CCS—like Clinton Elementary’s Jesse McKown. From U.S. Army Captain to principal, his leadership is rooted in service, presence, and purpose. #LeadersGrownHere #OurCCS
All-Star teachers and leaders Jennifer Bradley, Tracey Johnson, and Wanda Mays look back on a century of combined service at Columbus City Schools. The trio reflects on the legacy they're leaving behind at Ohio's largest school district.
Thank you for your service! #LeadersGrownHere
Thank you for your service! #LeadersGrownHere
Saying Goodbye to Greatness: Berwick’s Retiring Educators Leave Lasting Impressions
Jennifer Bradley, Tracey Johnson, and Wanda Mays look back on a century of combined service at Columbus City Schools.
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October 16, 2025 at 4:11 PM
All-Star teachers and leaders Jennifer Bradley, Tracey Johnson, and Wanda Mays look back on a century of combined service at Columbus City Schools. The trio reflects on the legacy they're leaving behind at Ohio's largest school district.
Thank you for your service! #LeadersGrownHere
Thank you for your service! #LeadersGrownHere
In celebration of National Principals Month, we sat down and talked with Westmoor Middle School Principal Wendy Gittens to gain some insight on the impact principals make each day. Learn more about what it takes to lead a middle school below! #LeadersGrownHere
National Principals Month: Q&A with Westmoors Wendy Gittens
In celebration of National Principals Month, we sat down and talked with Westmoor Middle School Principal Wendy Gittens to gain some insight on the impact principals make each day.
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October 13, 2025 at 6:55 PM
In celebration of National Principals Month, we sat down and talked with Westmoor Middle School Principal Wendy Gittens to gain some insight on the impact principals make each day. Learn more about what it takes to lead a middle school below! #LeadersGrownHere
Fall season in education means high schoolers begin exploring the world of higher education and career opportunities. One way they do this - by attending the 43rd Annual Kiwanis College Fair hosted at the King Arts Complex! The fair hosted connections to endless possibilities. #LeadersGrownHere
October 13, 2025 at 5:07 PM
Fall season in education means high schoolers begin exploring the world of higher education and career opportunities. One way they do this - by attending the 43rd Annual Kiwanis College Fair hosted at the King Arts Complex! The fair hosted connections to endless possibilities. #LeadersGrownHere
Columbus Downtown High School toured Fluvitex USA, a state-of-the-art textiles manufacturer and proud IKEA supplier located right here in Columbus! 🏭
Students explored how the skills they’re building in class translates directly into the modern workforce. #LeadersGrownHere
Students explored how the skills they’re building in class translates directly into the modern workforce. #LeadersGrownHere
October 8, 2025 at 1:27 PM
Columbus Downtown High School toured Fluvitex USA, a state-of-the-art textiles manufacturer and proud IKEA supplier located right here in Columbus! 🏭
Students explored how the skills they’re building in class translates directly into the modern workforce. #LeadersGrownHere
Students explored how the skills they’re building in class translates directly into the modern workforce. #LeadersGrownHere
Proof that #OurCCS students are making a difference in their communities each and every day. 40 students from Walnut Ridge High School joined forces for the Mideast Litter League Competition sponsored by the City of Columbus in honor of Public Safety Week. Read more below! #LeadersGrownHere
Walnut Ridge Students Lead The Way With Community Partners In Tackling Litter
40 students from Walnut Ridge joined forces for the Mideast Litter League Competition sponsored by the City of Columbus.
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October 7, 2025 at 4:11 PM
Proof that #OurCCS students are making a difference in their communities each and every day. 40 students from Walnut Ridge High School joined forces for the Mideast Litter League Competition sponsored by the City of Columbus in honor of Public Safety Week. Read more below! #LeadersGrownHere
Congratulations goes out to Columbus Alternative High School senior Marcus McCullough for his prestigious academic honor as a National Merit Scholarship semifinalist - joining the Nation's Top 1% of high-performing students! 🎉 #LeadersGrownHere
Columbus Alternative High School Student Among Nation’s Top 1%
Columbus City Schools is celebrating CAHS senior Marcus McCullough for his prestigious academic honor as a National Merit Scholarship semifinalist.
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October 6, 2025 at 2:48 PM
Congratulations goes out to Columbus Alternative High School senior Marcus McCullough for his prestigious academic honor as a National Merit Scholarship semifinalist - joining the Nation's Top 1% of high-performing students! 🎉 #LeadersGrownHere
"Janea Robinson, a first year principal at Westgate Elementary, is leading her staff and students with confidence, poise, and empathy. It's National Principals Month and I'm proud to be working with principals like Janea across our District!" - Superintendent/CEO Dr. Angela Chapman
#LeadersGrownHere
#LeadersGrownHere
October 3, 2025 at 4:17 PM
"Janea Robinson, a first year principal at Westgate Elementary, is leading her staff and students with confidence, poise, and empathy. It's National Principals Month and I'm proud to be working with principals like Janea across our District!" - Superintendent/CEO Dr. Angela Chapman
#LeadersGrownHere
#LeadersGrownHere
Leaders come in all shapes and sizes. Our School Custodians clean up our messes, engage with our students, and ensure that our school buildings are a clean, safe space for our scholars to learn and grow.
Happy National Custodian Appreciation Day! We would be a MESS without you! #LeadersGrownHere
Happy National Custodian Appreciation Day! We would be a MESS without you! #LeadersGrownHere
October 2, 2025 at 5:32 PM
Leaders come in all shapes and sizes. Our School Custodians clean up our messes, engage with our students, and ensure that our school buildings are a clean, safe space for our scholars to learn and grow.
Happy National Custodian Appreciation Day! We would be a MESS without you! #LeadersGrownHere
Happy National Custodian Appreciation Day! We would be a MESS without you! #LeadersGrownHere