Weekly update for October 9, 2026

Dear CES Friends & Families,

It has been another great week at Columbia! Earlier this week, our second graders enjoyed a field trip to the George Mason Regional Library. Experiences like these are a wonderful way for our students to extend their learning beyond the classroom, explore community resources, and build their excitement for reading and learning.

Looking forward in the month of October, please see the note below about students being allowed to wear costumes to school on Friday, October 23rd. We also are looking for a volunteer with a truck or convertible for the Annandale Parade on Saturday, October 24th.

As a friendly reminder, this Monday is a student holiday and staff planning day, giving our students a three-day weekend. We hope everyone enjoys the extra time with family and friends, and we look forward to welcoming our students back to school on Tuesday, October 13, refreshed and ready for another great week of learning!

Have a wonderful weekend!

Take care,

Mike Astudillo

Proud Principal

Columbia Elementary School

PTA News & Notes

SAVE THE DATE - Bingoween 5 - 8 pm (10/23)

Join us for a night of costumes, family fun, and BINGO! There will be raffles, a silent auction, a concession stand, and plenty of prizes. More information coming soon!

Spirit Night at Jet's Pizza next Wednesday, October 14

Available 4 - 8 pm (10/14). Feed your family and support your Columbia Community at the same time. Mention the flyer (sent home in the Tuesday folders) or order online and JET’S PIZZA® will donate 25% of sales of your total food purchases to Columbia Elementary School,

Annandale Parade – 9:30 am (10/24)

The fun continues the morning after Bingoween! Show your Columbia spirit by wearing your red or spiritwear and walking with us in the Annandale Parade. Let’s show the community our school pride!

PTA meeting at 7 pm (10/14)

Join us for the next PTA meeting. You do not have to be a member to attend. Click here to JOIN via Zoom.