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Superintendent's Message

Let’s inspire and reach higher in 2025-26.
Welcome to the start of another great school year in the Columbia County School District! I’ve had the privilege of delivering this message for the past five years and the excitement, anticipation, and hope have all intensified every year from my first year as a new teacher. Each new school term brings with it experiences and opportunities never seen before… things that inspire us to do more for our students, our schools, our communities, and ourselves. 
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News & Announcements

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26-27 New Student Registration

Registration is now open for students new to the Columbia County School District for the 2026-2027 school year. This includes rising Kindergarteners. Existing students returning next year can begin the required online registration beginning June 15, 2026. All students are required to complete the annual online registration before the first day of school on Monday, August 4, 2025.
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CCSD Celebrates New Teachers and Future Educators

The Columbia County School District (CCSD) hosted the annual New Teacher End-of-Year Celebration, bringing together first-year educators and their mentors to reflect on a successful year and celebrate their dedication to student success. The event concluded with the announcement of the district’s Rookie of the Year, recognizing one outstanding first-year teacher. Congratulations to Ms. Victoria Van Natta, the 2026 CCSD Rookie of the Year!
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Budget Presentations & Public Input

The Columbia County School District has begun public presentations of the proposed budget for the 2026-2027 school year. The public is welcome and invited to attend.
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Celebrating Fine Arts Excellence and Scholarship Recipients at Arts at the Plaza

The Columbia County School District (CCSD) honored graduating seniors for outstanding achievement in the arts at the third annual Arts at the Plaza. The celebration highlighted the continued growth of the Fine Arts Diploma Seal program and recognized scholarship recipients awarded by the Columbia County School District Foundation.
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Kindergarten Kickoff

Parents and rising Kindergarteners for the 2026-2027 school year can visit their child's zoned school on May 14, 2026. Check out your child's school website for more information.
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2026-2027 Open House

Schools will host back-to-school Open House events to help families prepare for the upcoming 2026-2027 school year. High school Open House will take place on Wednesday, July 29, 2026, from 3–5 p.m. Middle school Open House is scheduled for Thursday, July 30, 2026, from 3–5 p.m., followed by elementary school Open House on Thursday, July 30, 2026, from 5–7 p.m.
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Board of Education Champions Legislative Effort to Enhance Homeowner Tax Exemption

Governor Brian Kemp has officially signed House Bill 783, a powerful new measure championed by the Columbia County Board of Education during this year’s legislative session. This bill raises the homestead exemption from $2,000 to an impressive $10,000 for eligible homeowners, offering meaningful financial relief and reinforcing the Board’s commitment to both educational excellence and responsible stewardship of taxpayer dollars.
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Columbia County Board of Education Approves Lowest Millage Rate in 35 Years

In alignment with Georgia state law, the Columbia County Board of Education approved an estimated rollback millage rate of 16.234 mills during its regular session meeting held on Tuesday, July 8, 2025. This decision marks the fifth consecutive year the Board has reduced the millage rate, bringing it to its lowest level in 35 years.
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26-27 New Student Registration

Registration is now open for students new to the Columbia County School District for the 2026-2027 school year. This includes rising Kindergarteners. Existing students returning next year can begin the required online registration beginning June 15, 2026. All students are required to complete the annual online registration before the first day of school on Monday, August 4, 2025.
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CCSD Celebrates New Teachers and Future Educators

The Columbia County School District (CCSD) hosted the annual New Teacher End-of-Year Celebration, bringing together first-year educators and their mentors to reflect on a successful year and celebrate their dedication to student success. The event concluded with the announcement of the district’s Rookie of the Year, recognizing one outstanding first-year teacher. Congratulations to Ms. Victoria Van Natta, the 2026 CCSD Rookie of the Year!
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Budget Presentations & Public Input

The Columbia County School District has begun public presentations of the proposed budget for the 2026-2027 school year. The public is welcome and invited to attend.
scholarship award winners

Celebrating Fine Arts Excellence and Scholarship Recipients at Arts at the Plaza

The Columbia County School District (CCSD) honored graduating seniors for outstanding achievement in the arts at the third annual Arts at the Plaza. The celebration highlighted the continued growth of the Fine Arts Diploma Seal program and recognized scholarship recipients awarded by the Columbia County School District Foundation.
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Kindergarten Kickoff

Parents and rising Kindergarteners for the 2026-2027 school year can visit their child's zoned school on May 14, 2026. Check out your child's school website for more information.
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2026-2027 Open House

Schools will host back-to-school Open House events to help families prepare for the upcoming 2026-2027 school year. High school Open House will take place on Wednesday, July 29, 2026, from 3–5 p.m. Middle school Open House is scheduled for Thursday, July 30, 2026, from 3–5 p.m., followed by elementary school Open House on Thursday, July 30, 2026, from 5–7 p.m.
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Board of Education Champions Legislative Effort to Enhance Homeowner Tax Exemption

Governor Brian Kemp has officially signed House Bill 783, a powerful new measure championed by the Columbia County Board of Education during this year’s legislative session. This bill raises the homestead exemption from $2,000 to an impressive $10,000 for eligible homeowners, offering meaningful financial relief and reinforcing the Board’s commitment to both educational excellence and responsible stewardship of taxpayer dollars.
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Columbia County Board of Education Approves Lowest Millage Rate in 35 Years

In alignment with Georgia state law, the Columbia County Board of Education approved an estimated rollback millage rate of 16.234 mills during its regular session meeting held on Tuesday, July 8, 2025. This decision marks the fifth consecutive year the Board has reduced the millage rate, bringing it to its lowest level in 35 years.
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26-27 New Student Registration
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CCSD Celebrates New Teachers and Future Educators
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Budget Presentations & Public Input
scholarship award winners
Celebrating Fine Arts Excellence and Scholarship Recipients at Arts at the Plaza
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Students Showcase Creativity Through Wellstar Community Art Partnership
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Four Schools Earn Flagship Distinction For Service to Military-Connected Families
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Kindergarten Kickoff
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Class of 2026 - Graduation Dates and Times
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2026-2027 Open House
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Parkway Elementary's Tiffany Tanner 2026 Teacher of the Year!
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Board of Education Champions Legislative Effort to Enhance Homeowner Tax Exemption
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Columbia County Board of Education Approves Lowest Millage Rate in 35 Years
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  • 96% Daily average attendance
  • 92.96% Graduation rate for 2025
  • 791 Advanced Placement Honors received by students in 2024
  • 9,878 Number of military-connected families
  • 737 Industry certifications earned by CTAE Pathway Completers
  • 851 Teachers with gifted endorsements