Home
Choose Indianola
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.
News & Announcements
![Family Connector cover featuring a smiling Cedarwood Elementary student holding a “First Day of School” photo frame alongside an adult, with blue and black balloons in the background.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1788892181/ccsohus/kjjxywnxs6boau5gipkh/the-family-connector-september-4-2026-ACCENT.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1788892181/ccsohus/kjjxywnxs6boau5gipkh/the-family-connector-september-4-2026-ACCENT.png","width":420}])
The latest edition of the Family Connector is here! Catch up on what’s happening across Columbus City Schools, including back-to-school highlights, the new Strive for 5! Attendance Initiative, Pre-K registration, upcoming events, family resources, important reminders, and more.
![Graphic reading “Superintendent Message” with Dr. Angela Chapman’s signature and the Columbus City Schools “Leaders Grown Here!” logo.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1788465211/ccsohus/vpbjzc1c29eqfzudwk5h/Superintendent-Message-Dr-Angela-Chapman-Meta-2026.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1788465211/ccsohus/vpbjzc1c29eqfzudwk5h/Superintendent-Message-Dr-Angela-Chapman-Meta-2026.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1788465211/ccsohus/vpbjzc1c29eqfzudwk5h/Superintendent-Message-Dr-Angela-Chapman-Meta-2026.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1788465211/ccsohus/vpbjzc1c29eqfzudwk5h/Superintendent-Message-Dr-Angela-Chapman-Meta-2026.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1788465211/ccsohus/vpbjzc1c29eqfzudwk5h/Superintendent-Message-Dr-Angela-Chapman-Meta-2026.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1788465211/ccsohus/vpbjzc1c29eqfzudwk5h/Superintendent-Message-Dr-Angela-Chapman-Meta-2026.jpg","width":2200}])
As we settle into the 2026–2027 school year, Dr. Angela Chapman shares a message with families reflecting on the start of the year, the work happening across our schools, and what lies ahead for Columbus City Schools.
![A group of people stands around someone demonstrating how to use high-tech equipment at Walnut Ridge High School.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1787777397/ccsohus/xvgwavsaxakzf46yzkki/Walnut-Ridge-High-School-Press-Conference-Academies-August-26-2026-ACCENT.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1787777397/ccsohus/xvgwavsaxakzf46yzkki/Walnut-Ridge-High-School-Press-Conference-Academies-August-26-2026-ACCENT.png","width":420}])
Columbus City Schools (CCS) leaders, students and partners came together to unveil the new college & career-connected learning spaces at Walnut Ridge High School during a ribbon-cutting ceremony celebrating the school's Center of Smart Automation and Center of International Logistics and new Freshman Academy.
![A student and a teacher hug outside of an elementary school. The teacher is facing the camera and smiling.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1787326340/ccsohus/a2s1aiuutvqljzac948s/back-to-school-video-august-20-2026.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1787326340/ccsohus/a2s1aiuutvqljzac948s/back-to-school-video-august-20-2026.png","width":420}])
There’s nothing better than welcoming our students back for another amazing year! Our incredible staff, families, and community partners helped us ring in the new year. From warm welcomes to special surprises, our schools and community partners helped make the first day of the 2026-2027 school year one to remember. Take a look!
Upcoming Events
-
3700 S High St
-
270 E. State Street
-
Mifflin High School (3245 Oak Spring St, Columbus, OH 43219)