Columbus Programs

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Columbus offers numerous programs to enhance student learning both at school and at home.

Columbus is a Healthy Lifestyles School

Our two fine PE teacers, Mr. Wallace and Mr. Fagin, in coordination with the school nurse, Ms. Walden are continuing the Columbus tradition of modeling and giving the students of Columbus the means to keep a very healthy way of life. Included in this, the 1/8th of a mile walking track in our front yard, nutritious meals in the cafeteria, and a well rounded physical education program.

Miss Oklahoma 2003, Kelly Scott visits Columbus

Columbus Latino Specialty Dancers

Directed by

Ms. Dina Saldna, Ms. Aruora Barboss, & Jamie Fuentes

Extended Day Kindergarten

Eligible students attend Kindergarten for the entire school day.

After School Tutorial Program

For qualified students who register, the school day is extended until 5:00 p.m. on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. Certified teachers provide additional instruction in reading and math, as well as assist students with regular school work. A light snack is provided for participants of the program.

Waterford Early Reading Program

This program, currently available in all our Kindergarten classrooms, uses computer technology to teach reading skills to our children. Each child spends approximately 15 minutes a day at the computer where they receive individualized instruction in acquiring reading skills. As new skills are introduced, each child receives a book to correlate with the skill. In total, each child receives 52 books, which are theirs to keep, along with a set of 4 videotapes which reinforces the skills learned through song and activities.

LightSpan Achieve More

This program is designed to involve family learning in the home. After attending an orientation, parents may check out Sony Playstations from school to take home. Their children are then issued CD-ROMs containing educational games and activities to take home and play with their families. This program is currently being offered to all first, second, and third grade children, and selected classes in fourth and fifth grades.

The LightSpan Network

The school has subscribed to this service, which allows students and parents access to this highly interactive website containing educational activities and links on countless topics. This is available to all families with children attending Columbus.

Brainchild

Brainchild is a handheld computer based learning system. Individual cartridges are available for reading and math for first through fifth grade levels, as well as cartridges for English as a Second Language and GED preparation. This program is currently offered in selected classrooms, and in our adult education program.

Learn Everyday Together Backpack Program

This home reading program, currently offered for our second grade students, involves home reading with the parent and the child, and reinforces listening and reading skills in both the native language and the second language (English/Spanish). Following a parent orientation, students are checked out materials on a weekly basis to take home. Each week, the child will bring home a backpack with a portable backpack, a book written in English and Spanish, a cassette tape with the English and Spanish auditory versions of the book, and activities from the story.

Early Intervention in Reading

Early Intervention in Reading is an Internet-delivered Professional Development program for teachers to help struggling young readers in grades K-3.

Children who don't learn to read in the early grades have a hard time catching up in reading.
An essential component of Early Intervention in Reading is the ongoing professional development program for teachers.
EIR® has twelve years of research documenting results.

Family Reading Night

The second Thursday of each month is dedicated to Family Reading Night. Held from 6:00 - 7:30 p.m., students and family members are invited to come to school and participate together in reading activities. Each Columbus student attending receives a free book, and all participants receive refreshments.

Adult Education Classes

Columbus offers adult education free of charge to any interested adult. Classes meet on Mondays and Thursdays from 5:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Currently offered is English as a Second Language. To enroll, simply come to the school during the class hours. Educational child supervision activities are available to children ages 4 and older of parent attending class.

Adult Computer Lab

Our computer lab is currently equipped with 6 computers dedicated for adult learning. Parents and participants of our adult education program are invited to utilize this service any hours the school is open. The computers are equipped with software to assist in learning English, computer skills, as well as GED test preparation. A certified teacher is available on a restricted basis to assist as needed.

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