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Ohio's Largest School District

Our District’s commitment to School Choice uniquely offers students a variety of high-quality educational options at all levels by giving families a choice on deciding where their children attend school to learn and grow. The School Choice Lottery is widely popular, with nearly 20,000 applications each year.

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Join Us for the 10th Annual Summer Opportunities & Engagement Fair!

January 29, 2026

Make this summer the best on yet! Join us for the 10th Annual Summer Opportunities & Engagement Fair on Saturday, February 21 from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. at the Columbus Metro Library's Main Branch!

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CCS Announces “Restart, Refocus, Raise Your Attendance!” Challenge Winners

January 23, 2026

CCS recognizes the district's most improved elementary, middle and high schools in the Restart, Refocus, Raise Your Attendance! Challenge held December 15, 2025-January 9, 2026.

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Small Habits, Big Impact: CCS Principals Start Year Focused on Growth With James Clear

January 16, 2026

New York Times best-selling author James Clear stopped by CCS to share powerful insights from his book, Atomic Habits with principals.

Safe Green Schools Policy Positions CCS for Long-Term Savings and Climate Readiness

January 9, 2026

The Columbus Board of Education adopted the Safe Green Schools policy to reduce long-term energy costs, strengthen school buildings, and prepare #OurCCS sites for the future.