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Kindergarten Explores the Wonders of Nature at Hidden Oaks!

November 08, 2024
Our kindergarten students embarked on an exciting adventure to Hidden Oaks Nature Center!

Honoring Our Heroes: Columbia ES Celebrates Veterans Day

November 08, 2024
Columbia Elementary School paid tribute to our veterans and active-duty military families with a special Veterans Day celebration!

4th Grade Attends National Symphony Orchestra Performance

November 07, 2024
Columbia ES 4th graders had a blast experiencing the magic of the National Symphony Orchestra at the Kennedy Center!

2nd Grade Explores Native American Life at Ellanor C. Lawrence Park!

November 07, 2024
Read about second grade's fall field trip to Ellanor C. Lawrence Park to learn about Native American Life in Fairfax County.

Columbia ES Earns the Purple Star Award!

November 05, 2024
We are excited to announce that Columbia Elementary School has been awarded the prestigious Purple Star Award by the Virginia Council on the Educational Opportunity for Military Children!

New Art Tables Spark Creativity at CES!

November 05, 2024
🎨 Something exciting happened in our art room... ✨

Max Meow Visits Columbia Elementary! Author John Gallagher Wows Students with Cartooning and Creativity

October 23, 2024
Columbia Elementary School was buzzing with excitement as author and illustrator John Gallagher, creator of the popular Max Meow: Cat Crusader graphic novel series, visited CES!

Mr. Kain Recognized as FCPS CARES Recipient

September 20, 2024
Congratulations to Mr. Kain on being recognized as an August 2024 FCPS CARES recipient!

Ms. Candray, Ms. Chicas, Mr. Taylor, and Ms. Velasco Recognized as FCPS CARES Recipients

September 20, 2024
Congratulations to Ms. Candray, Ms. Chicas, Mr. Taylor, and Ms. Velasco on being recognized as September 2024 FCPS CARES recipients!

Ms. Hestmark Recognized as the FCPS Outstanding Elementary School Teacher

June 13, 2024
Congratulations to Second Grade Teacher Shea Hestmark on her recognition as the FCPS 2024 Outstanding Elementary School Teacher!

SOL Schedule and Readiness Tips

April 15, 2024
SOL Testing is taking place in May. Learn about the SOL dates and readiness tips.

Ms. Hestmark Recognized as 2023-2024 Region 6 Outstanding Elementary Teacher

February 14, 2024
Ms. Hestmark Recognized as 2023-2024 Region 6 Outstanding Elementary Teacher