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  • Columbia High School Mission
    The mission of Columbia High School is to ensure high levels of achievement for every student.
  • Columbia High School Vision
    Every student is fully engaged in extraordinary learning experiences, preparing for successful transition to the next stage of their lives.

What Makes Us Great

Columbia High School stands out as a vibrant & dynamic educational institution, offering a blend of academic rigor, artistic expression and athletic achievement.  

At the heart of our high school is a supportive culture shaped by our guiding mantra: The Wildcat Way. This philosophy is built on three core pillars — respect, integrity, and positivity — which influence everything we do, from our relationships to our academic pursuits.

We are proud to offer students a safe, welcoming environment that feels like family. Our close-knit community fosters a sense of belonging, where every student is valued and supported. Whether in the classroom, on the field, or in the halls, our students are encouraged to lead with character, treat others with kindness, and approach each day with a positive mindset.

Academically, we are strong and continually growing, with a dedicated staff committed to helping each student reach their full potential. Through high expectations, focused teaching, and an emphasis on personal and academic growth, we prepare students to succeed not only in high school but in life beyond it.

At our school, living the Wildcat Way isn’t just a motto — it’s a way of life.

 

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Strategic Vision

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Strategy Area 1: Guaranteed and Viable Curriculum

Every student, regardless of personal circumstances, neighborhood, school or classroom will have the opportunity and support to master essential content through a well-articulated and faithfully delivered instructional program that is focused on standards.

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Strategy Area 2: Highly Effective Instruction

Every student, every day, every classroom and program will be engaged in learning experiences that are challenging, research-based, and frequently monitored by measures of student growth.

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Strategy Area 3: Professional Collaboration

Teachers and other staff work together in professional learning communities to develop opportunities and assessments for learning, to analyze student work, and plan together in ways that ensure improved student outcomes.

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Strategy Area 4: Focus on Results of the Whole Student

Climate, culture, and community and family connections provide a positive, aspirational, and supportive environment for student success. Effectiveness is measured by the success of each and every student. We do not accept student failure, regardless of student background or circumstance. All students will have access to supports and the opportunity to succeed.

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Strategy Area 5: Leadership

Leadership is aligned with characteristics of high achieving schools and districts and results in significant improvement in student outcomes and staff effectiveness.

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Strategy Area 6: Educational Support Staff

Support systems are organized to strengthen teaching, learning and student achievement. All employees of the district promote a positive culture for students, staff and parents.

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Strategy Area 7: Community Engagement

The district is seen as a source of community pride and is a good steward of community and district resources, facilities and systems meet student and community needs.

Columbia High at a Glance

  • 1100
    Spirited Students
  • 65
    Committed Staff Members
  • 506
    Dual Credit Courses Taken
  • 53
    Acres of Quality Facilities