Columbia Public Schools

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Off the (Smart)phone

New Columbia Public Schools policy seeks to mitigate distractions.

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Charter Schools in Boone County?

The legislature’s massive education bill authorized expanding the alternative school model.

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Adventures in Science

An inside look at the Jefferson Middle School Zoo.

Amanda Bruckerhoff, principal at Two Mile Prairie Elementary

A Day in the Life of an Elementary School Principal

Amanda Bruckerhoff is the Principal at Two Mile Prairie Elementary School, which is a part of the Columbia Public School District.

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Scholar Clinic Serves CPS Students

New health focus targets obstacles that students encounter.

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Empowering the Next Generation 

I am honored to be one of the first to extend my heartfelt congratulations to the…

Be Well

Dr. Brian Yearwood discusses the pursuit of wellness in Columbia Public Schools.

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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.

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School Budgeting

A Glimpse into Columbia Public Schools’ Budget Development Process.

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Inspiring Greatness Throughout CPS

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

Dr Brian Yearwood and Mathew Gass

Increasing Access to Healthcare to Boost Student Success

Children can only learn if their basic needs are taken care of and they are…