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May 26, 2020 With social distancing in place now and for the foreseeable future due to the COVID-19 pandemic, there are still many ways for parents and children to get a healthy dose of nature while still practicing good social distancing. Nature exploration can happen in your own yard. Children can find twigs, leaves, pinecones,…

May 19, 2020 How to Talk to your Child about Wearing a Face Mask Look in the mirror with the face coverings on. Slowly and gently talk about it with your child using simple words. Give children time to look, watch, and get used to what’s new. Put a cloth face covering on a favorite…

May 12, 2020 Preschool Distance Learning Our preschoolers have adapted beautifully to distance learning! One of their activities last week was a dough-rolling letter exercise. This helped develop their fine motor skills by manipulating the dough – twisting, pinching, pounding, and rolling it, which builds strong muscles in little fingers and hands. They also wore…

Whether you have a preschooler or a middle schooler, the start of a new school year is filled with anticipation. As students organize their supplies, plan outfits for the first week, and prepare to meet new friends, parents know that this enthusiasm often fades after the early days. This is why goal setting is so…

If you are exploring private school options, you already know that education is a valuable investment in your child’s future. Choosing the right one may seem daunting at first; however, most parents find that campus visits help them quickly narrow down the list.  School tours are exciting for the whole family, but sometimes, they can…

Members of the Columbia Academy family experience a close-knit community where opportunities abound. Inside the classroom and out, students discover their passions, build lifelong friendships, and build character. Our open-door policy means parents, grandparents, and other family members play active roles in our school. Learn more.

Each month our teachers and students participate in character education focused on specific virtues. Teacher and students have active discussions about each virtue, and students are awarded throughout the month for demonstrating each virtue. Learn more.

Every year Columbia Academy’s Summer Camp keeps children interested, engaged, and excited about learning outside the classroom. With hands-on experiments, outdoor activities, and dozens of fun, interesting topics, our summer programs have provided unique educational experiences and timeless memories for the past 25 years. Learn more.

At Columbia Academy, the student pathway to achievement is carefully guided and nurtured in a family-like community that provides a strong curriculum, character building, caring and experienced teachers, individualized instruction, and a diverse environment. These attributes combine with enriching experiences that foster a love of learning and an enthusiasm that Columbia Academy students exhibit on…