Gene’s Fish Fry Fundraiser to Benefit Class of 2023 – May 31 – May 25, 2023
The Columbia Class of 2023 is hosting a Dine to Donate Fundraiser at Gene’s Fish Fry on Wednesday, May 31 from 4-8 p.m. Gene’s has generously offered to donate 15% of the proceeds during that time to the Class of 2023! More information.
Senior Prom Ticket Information – May 10, 2023
Senior Prom is scheduled for Friday, June 2, 2023 at The Crowne Plaza Albany – The Desmond Hotel. Tickets will be on sale Monday, May 15 through Friday, May 19. Tickets are $50 per person and can be purchased before school, during periods 1, 3, and 4 or after school. More information.
Flower Sale Fundraiser to Benefit Class of 2023 – Posted April 20, 2023
The Columbia Class of 2023 has organized a flower sale fundraiser in advance of Mother’s Day. Orders are due by Wednesday, May 3 and the flowers can be picked up at Columbia on May 11 from 2:45-5:45 p.m. at the front steps of Columbia High School. More information.
EGPD Accepting Applications for 2023 Edward L. Witko Memorial Scholarship – March 15, 2023
The East Greenbush Police Department is now accepting applications for the 2023 Edward L. Witko Memorial Scholarship. This $2,000 scholarship will be awarded to a senior pursuing a career in the field of Criminal Justice. Application deadline is Tuesday May 2, 2023. Scholarship Application.
Class of 2023 Cap and Gown Orders Due March 15 – January 18, 2023
Attention seniors! Orders for graduation caps and gowns are due by Wednesday, March 15. More information.
Columbia Regents Exam and Midterm Schedule – January 2023 – January 5, 2023
Columbia High School will administer Regents Exams and Midterms on Tuesday, January 24 through Friday, January 27. There will be no school for Columbia students on those days except for students taking exams. (All other schools in the district will be in session.) View Exam Schedule.
Recovery Sports Grill Fundraiser to Benefit Class of 2023 – December 8 – December 7, 2022
The Columbia Class of 2023 is hosting a Dine to Donate Fundraiser at Recovery Sports Grill in East Greenbush on Thursday, December 8 from 4:00-8:00 p.m. (or all day with online ordering). Use the coupon below (or the code COLUMBIA23 when ordering online) and a portion of your bill will be donated back to the senior class. More information.
16 Handles Fundraiser to Benefit CHS Class of 2023 – November 18 – November 15, 2022
Come out to 16 Handles and enjoy some frozen yogurt while also supporting the Columbia Class of 2023 on Friday, November 18 from 5:00-8:00 p.m. 16 Handles will donate 16 percent of all proceeds during that time to the senior class. More information.
Five Guys Fundraiser to Benefit Class of 2023 – October 26 – October 24, 2022
Come on out to Five Guys Burgers in East Greenbush on Wednesday, October 26 as the Columbia Class of 2023 will be hosting a Dine to Donate from 4-8 p.m. Present the promotional flyer and a portion of your purchase will be donated to the Senior Class. More information.
Flapjack Fundraiser to Benefit CHS Science Olympiad – October 29 – October 11, 2022
Looking for a yummy breakfast out while supporting a great cause? Join the Columbia Science Olympiad team at Applebee’s for a Flapjack Fundraiser on Saturday, October 29 from 8-10 a.m. More information.
Columbia Spirit Week Schedule – September 26, 2022
Spirit Week at Columbia High School begins on Friday, September 30 and concludes Saturday, October 8 with the Homecoming dance. Students from all classes are invited to participate and show their school spirit! View Schedule.
Columbia Yearbooks Available for Pickup – June 9, 2022
Columbia High School Yearbooks have been delivered to school and are ready for pickup. Students who pre-ordered yearbooks can pick them up on Thursday, June 9 and Friday, June 10 in the main lobby. More information.
Salsa Latina Fundraiser to Benefit Class of 2023 – April 12 – April 8, 2022
The Columbia Class of 2023 will be hosting a Dine to Donate at Salsa Latina in East Greenbush on Tuesday, April 12 from 4-9 p.m. Supporters who show the attached flyer during that time period will have 10% of their sale donated back to the junior class. More information.
Flower Sale Fundraiser to Benefit Class of 2023 – April 5, 2022
The Columbia Class of 2023 has organized a flower sale fundraiser in advance of Mother’s Day. Orders are due by Wednesday, April 27. More information.
HVCC Offering Free Summer Courses to High School Students – April 4, 2022
Hudson Valley Community College will be offering more than 50 college-level courses to high school students from the Classes of 2023 and 2024 for free this summer. More information.
Chipotle Fundraiser to Benefit Class of 2023 – April 2 – March 30, 2022
Looking for a yummy place to eat on Saturday night while supporting a great cause? Join the Class of 2023 at Chipotle in East Greenbush from 4-8 p.m. on Saturday, April 2. More information.
Panera Fundraiser to Benefit Class of 2023 – March 16 – March 11, 2022
The Columbia Class of 2023 is hosting a Dine to Donate Fundraiser at Panera in North Greenbush on Wednesday, March 16 from 4-8 p.m. Panera will donate 20% of its sales during that time to the Class of 2023! More information.
Columbia Schedules Senior and Junior Proms – March 10, 2022
Junior Prom is scheduled for Saturday, May 14, 2022 from 7:00-11:00 p.m. in the Columbia High School gym. Guests of juniors will be welcomed this year at the prom. Ticket information will be forthcoming.
Class of 2023 Class Ring Information – February 7, 2022
Students in the Columbia Class of 2023 can now order class rings. All students who order online by February 18 will receive their choice of a FREE Columbia performance hoodie or custom backpack. Click here to see the new class ring designs and to order. Visit www.jostens.com to start designing now!
RED OUT for Leukemia and Lymphoma Society – February 4 – February 3, 2022
Columbia High School is hosting a school-wide RED OUT for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society and World Cancer Day on Friday, February 4. Wear your best red to show support!
Virtual Team Trivia – November 19 – November 15, 2021
The Columbia Class of 2023 will be hosting Virtual Team Trivia on Friday, November 19 at 6:00 p.m. Students, faculty, friends, family, and anyone from the community are welcome to create a team and join this fun filled night, with chances to win prizes! More information.
Five Guys Fundraiser to Benefit Class of 2023 – November 4 – November 2, 2021
The Columbia Class of 2023 is hosting a Dine to Donate Fundraiser at Five Guys in East Greenbush on Thursday, November 4 from 4-7 p.m. Five Guys will donate 20% of its sales during that time to the Class of 2023! More information.
Columbia Spirit Week Schedule – September 17, 2021
Spirit Week at Columbia High School begins on Monday, September 20 and concludes Saturday, September 25 with the Homecoming dance. Students from all classes are invited to participate and show their school spirit! More information.
CHS PTSO Cornhole Tournament – September 23 – September 13, 2021
The Columbia PTSO is hosting a Cornhole Tournament on Thursday, September 23 starting at 6:00 p.m. in the school parking lot. There will be prizes, food and fun! More information.
Homecoming Shirts for Sale – September 2, 2021
Homecoming shirts for the Pep Rally are now on sale. This year’s Pep Rally is scheduled for Friday, September 24 on the turf field. Order Information.
Columbia Yearbooks Ready for Pickup – July 20, 2021
The 2020-2021 Columbia High School yearbooks have arrived and are ready for distribution! Yearbook distribution will occur starting Tuesday, July 20 as a curbside pickup. More information.
Columbia Athletics Hosting Open Weight Room This Summer – July 6, 2021
Columbia Athletics is hosting open weight room hours during the summer. The weight room will be open to all students in grades 7-12 Monday through Thursday from 3:00-5:00 p.m. More information.
Columbia Regents Exam and Bus Schedule – June 2021 – June 11, 2021
Columbia High School will administer Regents Exams on June 17, June 22, June 23 and June 24. There will be no school those days except for students taking exams. (All other schools in the district will be in session.) More information.
Pfizer Vaccine Approved for Children Ages 12-15 – Posted May 13, 2021
Effective immediately, all children ages 12-15 are eligible to receive the Pfizer coronavirus vaccine, meaning all state residents ages 12 and up can now be protected against COVID-19. More information.
District Updates School Calendar for May and June – Posted May 11, 2021
The East Greenbush Central School District has updated its school calendar for this spring in response to recent information provided by the NYS Education Department.
- Friday, May 28 – Remote Learning Day for Goff and Red Mill Only, All Other Schools Closed (makeup for power outage on October 9)
- Tuesday, June 1 – All Schools Closed (New York State of Emergency on February 2)
- Wednesday, June 16 – Changed to Live Virtual Wednesday for Columbia High School
- Friday, June 18 – Changed to B Day for Columbia High School
- Monday, June 21 – Changed to A Day for Columbia High School
District Approves In-Person Clubs and Extracurricular Activities – Posted March 26, 2021
The East Greenbush Central School District has begun approving in-person activities for student clubs. Advisors now have the option to request permission for their clubs to meet in person by submitting a form with the club’s information, meeting schedule and group size. More information.
Board of Regents Cancels Some State Tests in 2021 Due to Ongoing Pandemic – Posted March 25, 2021
The Board of Regents voted unanimously on March 15 to cancel all but four Regents Exams for June and cancel all Regents Exams in August due to the ongoing pandemic. The only Regents Exams that will be administered are federally mandated and include Algebra I, English, Earth Science (Written Test only) and Living Environment. More information.
CHS Class of 2023 Hosting Virtual Team Trivia Night – January 15 – Posted January 6, 2021
The Columbia Class of 2023 is sponsoring a Virtual Team Trivia Night on Friday, January 15 from 6:00-8:00 p.m. through Google Meet. The cost is $20 per team and anyone from Columbia is welcome to participate. Proceeds will benefit the Class of 2023. More information.
Columbia Spirit Week – November 16-24 – Posted November 16, 2020
Columbia High School will be celebrating Spirit Week starting Monday, November 16 and concluding Tuesday, November 24. More information.
NYS Education Department Cancels January 2021 Regents Examinations – Posted November 12, 2020
The January 2021 Regents Examinations have been canceled due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, according to Interim State Education Commissioner Betty A. Rosa. No decision has been made regarding the June and August 2021 Regents Exams. More information.
16 Handles Fundraiser – October 30 – Posted October 26, 2020
Come out to 16 Handles and enjoy some frozen yogurt while also supporting the Class of 2023 on Friday, October 30 from 4-8 p.m. A portion of all sales during that time will be donated to the sophomore class. Students and parents are encouraged to participate through take-out to reduce any risk associated with COVID-19. Hope to see you all there! More information.
2020-21 Yearbooks Are On Sale – Posted October 20, 2020
Yearbooks are now on sale! Students can order yearbooks by visiting ybpay.lifetouch.com and entering the code “11812921”. Yearbooks cost $45.00 each if ordered before January 15, 2021. If you have any questions, please contact the CHS yearbook advisor, Mrs. Missenis at misseniskr@egcsd.org.