Voices

Kim Ambra

From Plates to Pages

As I sit down to introduce this edition of COMO Magazine and COMO Business Times,…

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Serving Our Scholars

Did you know Columbia Public Schools serves more than 2.4 million meals to scholars each…

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Nonprofits Make Columbia and Its Public Schools Better 

Dr. Brian Yearwood discusses how nonprofits are helping the Columbia community and its public schools better.

Kim Ambra

Dear Local Nonprofit Heroes

COMO Mag’s editor thanks our local nonprofit community.

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The Transformative Power of Nonprofits: My Personal Journey

Adonica Coleman discusses her personal journey with nonprofits in Columbia, including her relationship with Pam Ingram.

Book covers of: Total Money Makeover, Thou Shall Prosper, and From Paycheck To Purpose Books

Invest in Yourself

COMO’s publisher shares her favorite finds that have helped her along her personal financial journey.

Kim Ambra

The Chronicles of My Financial Misadventures

Kim Ambra, Editor of COMO Magazine discusses the chronicles of her financial misadventures.

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School Budgeting

A Glimpse into Columbia Public Schools’ Budget Development Process.

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New Fiscal Year, New Pay Philosophy

De’Carlon Seewood discusses new pay philosophy in Columbia.

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What’s Possible?

Insights from leaders and innovation in Madison, Wisconsin.

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Cookin With Hoss: Dijon Mushroom Sauce

Although the weather doesn’t always seem to be in agreement, fall is just around the…

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Inspiring Greatness Throughout CPS

In August, we gathered all of our nearly 3,000 employees together for the first time…