Columbia School Blog

 


A space created to support families as they guide their children’s education with confidence and care. Whether you're fully engaged in your child’s learning at home or looking to enrich their school experience, this blog offers practical tips, thoughtful insights, and timely resources for students in grades K–12. We’re here to partner with families—sharing ideas, encouragement, and tools that help children grow academically, socially, and personally, every step of the way.

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Youth Sports Regulations: What Academy Operators Need to Know Now

For most of the past decade, a sports academy has been judged on one question: how well can you develop athletes? That question has been joined by a second one, asked by parents, legislators, investors, and governing bodies: Can you show that each...

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Making Friends, Finding Community: A Guide for Online Learners

Online schooling gives families more flexibility in how their child learns and connects with others. But what does building a social life look like...

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NIL Is Here: Is Your Student-Athlete Ready?

A few years ago, the idea that a high school athlete could earn money from a social media post or a local endorsement would have ended a career...

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Elite Hockey and Online Learning: Lukas Peterson's Winning Play

For many student-athletes, pursuing a dream at the highest competitive levels often means a difficult choice between academics and athletics. Hockey...

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AP® Courses Online: What Families Should Consider

More families are choosing online school as a flexible, high-quality alternative to conventional education, and that includes access to some of the...

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Unlocking Potential: The Benefits of Virtual Learning for Homeschoolers

As a homeschooling parent, you've experienced the freedom and flexibility that at-home learning brings to your family's academic goals and daily...

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A Summer of Growth: Keeping Students Engaged and Prepared

Summer offers a break from the traditional school routine, but it also provides a valuable opportunity for continued growth. With fewer daily...

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A Smarter Way to Pay for Online School: Understanding ESAs

Many families today are discovering that Education Savings Accounts (ESAs) can help make high-quality online education more affordable. In some...

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What Families Should Know About Online Learning: 10 Myths and the Truth Behind Them

Online learning offers significant advantages for today’s students. Families explore online education for many reasons, whether they are...

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The Power of Electives: Helping Students Shape Their Interests

In today’s world, students benefit from developing a wide range of skills and interests. One of the best ways to do that is through access to a broad...

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