Weekly Update

Hi CCS Families!

All CCS Families (gr. Pre-12)

Next Week at CCS (gr. 5K-12)

• Sept. 16: Picture Day (gr. Pre-12)
• Sept. 17:
  • School Mass at St. John the Baptist Church (gr. 5K-2)
  • Germany & Poland Trip Info. Meeting (gr. 9-12)
• Sept. 18: School Mass at Our Lady of Peace Church (gr. 3-11)
• Sept. 19: Dress Down Day Fundraiser for Shirley’s House of Hope (gr. Pre-12)
• Sept. 20-21: Maple Fall Fest Breakfast

Please see our calendar on our website for future dates to note.

CLICK HERE TO SEE OUR CCS CALENDAR

School Masses – Doors Locked (gr. Pre-12)

Starting this school year, St. John the Baptist and Our Lady of Peace church doors will be locked during the 8:00 a.m. School Masses as an added layer of safety for our students, staff, clergy, and families. St. John the Baptist doors will lock by 7:40 a.m., and Our Lady of Peace doors will lock at 8:00 a.m. Staff will be at the main entrances before Mass and for a few minutes after Mass begins. All other weekday Mass times will remain open as usual. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Chris Nemitz, Elementary School Counselor, at nemitz.chris@columbusdons.org or 715-387-1177 (Ext. 1100).

Mission Club Dress Down Day (gr. Pre-12)

Our first Mission Club Dress Down Day is Friday, Sept. 19. Proceeds will benefit Shirley’s House of Hope — a great way for students to support an important cause. Participation is optional, but students who choose not to participate must follow the regular dress code.

Full-year payments must be made online by Friday, Sept. 19 (link below). After that date, students will need to bring cash each month and give it to their homeroom teacher on Dress Down Day.

CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE ABOUT MISSION CLUB DRESS DOWN DAYS

Athletics – Schedules & Livestream & Media Coverage (gr. Pre-12)

Come cheer on our student-athletes! This Saturday we host varsity soccer at 1:00 p.m. at Greise Park and JV1/JV2 volleyball tournaments at home, while Varsity Volleyball travels for an invitational. Next week is full of tennis, football, soccer, cross country, and our volleyball home opener.

If you can’t attend in person, watch soccer games via Hudl livestream (link below) or view Zaleski Sports coverage of many home events on YouTube.

Thank you for supporting Columbus Catholic Athletics — your school spirit makes a difference for our athletes. Go Dons!

CLICK HERE TO VIEW OUR ATHLETIC SCHEDULES AND LIVESTREAMING LINK

Volunteer Support (gr. Pre-12)

Our events run smoothly thanks to our amazing volunteers! If you’re able, please consider signing up for an upcoming opportunity—your service is deeply appreciated and directly impacts the experience we can offer to our student-athletes.

CLICK HERE TO SEE VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

Maple Fall Fest Breakfast (gr. Pre-12)

Join us at Wildwood Park & Zoo on Sept. 13–14, 8:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. $11 per person, with 100% of proceeds benefiting Columbus Catholic Youth Football & Cheer.

CLICK HERE FOR MORE DETAILS ABOUT MAPLE FALL FEST BREAKFAST

Winter Sports Sign-Ups (gr. 4K-12)

Basketball sign-ups, including Dribbling Dons, will begin next week! We’re excited to see great participation across all grade levels—staying active through athletics has so many benefits. Details for wrestling will be shared as soon as we receive them from Spencer.

• Grades 4K–3 (Dribbling Dons): Online registration form
• Grades 3–6 (Youth Basketball): Online registration form
• Grades 7–12 (Middle & High School Basketball): Sign up during lunch periods

Bishop Battersby’s Welcome Back to School Video (gr. Pre-12)

Message from Bishops Battersby: “My prayers for a new beginning, a new and more intimate encounter with Christ and with his holy Church which we are called to bear witness with our lives.” The Bishop's video welcoming back our Catholic school children is available for viewing at the link below.

CLICK HERE TO WATCH BISHOP BATTERSBY’S VIDEO

Absences (gr. Pre-12)

Please use the Absence Notification Form for all absences (advance, same-day, or past). If the absence is due to a medical appointment, remember to also submit a medical provider’s note.

CLICK HERE FOR ABSENCE NOTIFICATION FORMS

SJBP & OLPI = Grades Pre-5

​Picture Day (gr. Pre-5)

Picture Day is Tuesday, Sept. 16. Ordering details from Cahill Studios were emailed earlier. Students do not need to wear uniforms but may not wear jeans, shirts with writing, tops with spaghetti straps, and open-toe shoes/sandals.

CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE ABOUT PICTURE DAY

Dress Code (gr. 4K-5)

As warmer weather continues, please ensure all skirts and shorts are knee-length.

CLICK HERE FOR UNIFORM POLICY AND DRESS CODES

CCMS & CCHS = Grades 6-12

Picture Day (gr. Pre-6-12)

Picture Day is Tuesday, Sept. 16. Ordering details from Cahill Studios were emailed earlier.

CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE ABOUT PICTURE DAY

Weight Room & Fieldhouse Access (gr. 6-12)

Beginning next week, students may use our new weight room and the fieldhouse for Morning Fitness, Monday through Friday, 6:15–7:30 a.m., supervised by Coach Scheuer and Coach Konieczny.

• Drop-off: Enter through Schmidt Avenue doors
• Student drivers: Park in the high school lot after fitness

After-school weight room and batting cage access will be shared soon. Please help us keep these spaces clean and equipment in place.

Student Service Hour Opportunity (gr. 6-12)

Mrs. Fleischmann has a service hour opportunity through Phil’s Friends, a national Christian organization supporting cancer patients. She’s hosting a coloring party after school on Monday, Sept. 15, in her room—everyone is welcome! If you cannot attend the coloring party but want to participate, please see her for the cards and instructions.

Germany & Poland Trip: Faith History, & Culture (gr. 9-12 and beyond)

Join us June 21–29, 2027, for a special trip to Germany and Poland. Open to high school students (current or incoming for 2027), parents, alumni, and parishioners.

Informational Meetings (please plan to attend one):

• Sept. 17 – 6:30 p.m., Columbus High School Cafeteria
• Sept. 27 – After 4:30 p.m. Mass, St. John’s Columbia Room
• Sept. 28 – After 11:00 a.m. Mass, St. John’s Columbia Room

If you can’t attend, contact Jerry Prusinski at prusinski.jerry@columbusdons.org or 715-387-1177 (Ext. 3124).

CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE ABOUT THE GERMANY & POLAND TRIP

Checking Student Progress (gr. 6-12)

Parents and students can view grades, assignments, and missing work in the FACTS Family App.

CLICK HERE FOR INSTRUCTIONS ON DOWNLOADING THE FACTS FAMILY APP

Wisconsin Education Fair (gr. 11)

On Sept. 25, juniors will attend the Wisconsin Education Fair at Mid-State Technical College in Wisconsin Rapids, where representatives from over 100 colleges, technical institutes, and military organizations will be present. 

Community Events

Community Events

Below you'll find information shared with us from the greater community that may be of interest to CCS families. Click the links below to learn more about each event.

Please Note: These community postings are not sponsored or endorsed by Columbus Catholic Schools. We are sharing them as a service to our families.

• Everett Roeh Marsfield Public Library - Sept 2025

Hi CCS Families!

You can view current and past CCS Updates on our website at CCS Updates. 

All CCS Families (gr. Pre-12)

Next Week at CCS (gr. 5K-12)

• Sept. 7: Confirmation at Our Lady of Peace Church (gr. 11)
• Sept. 10:
  • School Mass at St. John the Baptist Church (gr. 5K-2)
  • Senior Retreat (gr. 12)
• Sept.11:
  • School Mass at Our Lady of Peace Church (gr. 3-11)
  • Senior Retreat (gr. 12)

Please see our calendar on our website for future dates to note.

CLICK HERE TO SEE OUR CCS CALENDAR

New Fieldhouse (gr. Pre-12)

Thank you to all who made our first event in the new Fieldhouse a success! We’re excited for a full athletics season ahead and need more volunteer help this Saturday. Thank you for your continued support of Columbus Athletics!

• Volleyball Tournament (Varsity)
• HS Soccer

CLICK HERE TO SEE VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

Absences (gr. Pre-12)

Please use the Absence Notification Form for all absences (advance, same-day, or past). If the absence is due to a medical appointment, remember to also submit a medical provider’s note.

CLICK HERE FOR ABSENCE NOTIFICATION FORMS

Picture Day (gr. Pre-12)

Picture Day is Tuesday, Sept. 16. Ordering details through Cahill Studios were emailed earlier this week.

CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFO ABOUT PICTURE DAY

Don’s Gear (gr. Pre-12)

Did you miss the group order for Dons Gear? Shop anytime at our Sidelines Online Store through BSN Sports. Open 24/7. Shop and pay online. Order ships directly to you upon fulfillment.

CLICK HERE TO ORDER DONS GEAR 

SJBP & OLPI = Grades Pre-5

Lunch (gr. 3-5)

Students in Grades 3–5 now enter their 7-digit lunch number at checkout. Please help your child memorize it—practice at home, in the car, or at dinner!

CLICK HERE TO VIEW THE CURRENT LUNCH MENU

Dress Code (gr. Pre-5)

Skirts and shorts must be knee length. This rule stays the same even as the weather changes and girls start wearing leggings underneath. If you need assistance with uniforms, please contact your school office.

CLICK HERE FOR UNIFORM POLICY AND DRESS CODES

Band (gr. 5)

Band lessons will begin for fifth grade students next week – an exciting start for our young musicians.

CCMS & CCHS = Grades 6-12

Morning Fitness (Starts Next Week) (gr. 6-12)

Morning Fitness runs Monday-Thursday, 6:15–7:30 a.m. in the new weight room (location updates will be emailed to students and parents). Drop-off for fitness is at the Schmidt Ave. entrance.

Germany & Poland Trip: Faith History, & Culture (gr. 9-12 and beyond)

Join us June 21–29, 2027 for a special trip to Germany and Poland. Open to high school students (including those who will be in high school in 2027), parents, alumni, and parishioners. Please plan to attend one of the informational meetings and click the link below for details and itinerary.

Informational Meetings:

• Sept. 17 – 6:30 p.m., Columbus High School Cafeteria
• Sept. 27 – after 4:30 p.m. Mass, St. John’s Columbia Room
• Sept. 28 – after 11:00 a.m. Mass, St. John’s Columbia Room

If you can’t attend a meeting but would like more details or to sign up, contact Jerry Prusinski at prusinski.jerry@columbusdons.org or 715-387-1177 ext. 3124.

CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE ABOUT THE GERMANY & POLAND TRIP

Checking Student Progress (gr. 6-12)

Parents and students can view grades, assignments, and missing work in the FACTS Family App.

CLICK HERE FOR INSTRUCTIONS ON DOWNLOADING THE FACTS FAMILY APP

Wisconsin Education Fair (gr. 11)

On Sept. 25, juniors will attend the Wisconsin Education Fair at Mid-State Technical College in Wisconsin Rapids, where representatives from over 100 colleges, technical institutes, and military organizations will be present.

Hi CCS Families!

You will receive an email like this at the end of each school week. Please take a quick glance for updates, reminders, and highlights from our schools and athletics. To reduce email fatigue, we’ll keep items brief and include links to our website if you’d like more details. You will also be able to view current and past CCS Updates on our website at CCS Updates.

All CCS Families (gr. Pre-12)

Welcome Back

We’re excited to begin the 2025–2026 school year with both our new and returning students! It’s been wonderful seeing everyone settle into routines, reconnect, and dive into learning. Thank you for sharing your children with us—if you have any questions, please reach out to your child’s teacher(s) or principal.

CLICK HERE FOR PRINCIPAL CONTACT INFORMATION

Next Week at CCS

• 9/1: No School - Labor Day (gr. Pre-12)
• 9/2: Last day to order Dons Gear through the group order – online 24/7 store is also available (gr. Pre-12)
• 9/4: School Mass with Bishop Battersby at Our Lady of Peace Church (gr. 5K-12)
• 9/7: CCS Confirmation OLP 2:00 p.m. (gr. 11)

Please see our calendar on our website for future dates to note.

CLICK HERE TO SEE OUR CCS CALENDAR

Don’s Gear

We now have two ways to order our Dons Gear online.

• Group Order – shop closes on September 2
• Online Store – open 24/7. Shop and pay online. Order ships directly to you upon fulfillment.

CLICK HERE TO ORDER DONS GEAR

Picture Day

Picture Day is Tuesday, September 16. Watch for ordering details arriving via email next week.

Mass

We are honored to welcome Bishop Battersby to celebrate our School Mass on Thursday, September 4, at 9:00 a.m. at Our Lady of Peace. Grades 5K-12 will attend.

Volunteer Opportunities

We rely on many hands to support our student-athletes, and your help makes a big difference! Whether you’re new to CCS or a long-time family, there’s a role for you—adults, middle, and high school students are all welcome. Thank you for considering how you can get involved.​

CLICK HERE TO SEE VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

GoFan (E-Ticket Options)

Skip the line—purchase athletic tickets with GoFan. Find athletic schedules and our GoFan page link on our website.

CLICK HERE TO SEE ATHLETIC SCHEDULES AND GOFAN LINK

Inkjet Cartridge Donation
Did you know your used inkjet cartridges can raise money for our schools? Please send cartridges to your child’s school sealed in a plastic bag (some may leak). Thank you for your support! Questions? Contact Mrs. Jennifer Mueller, SJBP Librarian at mueller.jennifer@columbusdons.org.

SJBP & OLPI = Grades Pre-5

​Dress Code (gr. Pre-5)

Students have been doing well following the school dress code. Please remember that skirts/shorts must be knee length, and cargo shorts/pants/skirts are not allowed.

CLICK HERE TO SEE DRESS CODES AND UNIFORM POLICY

Recess Wear (gr. Pre-5)

Cool mornings are here! Please send a coat, sweater, or sweatshirt with your child. If you require assistance in obtaining cool-weather gear, please contact Chris Nemitz, School Counselor for Grades Preschool–5, at nemitz.chris@columbusdons.org. He can get you in contact with local agencies. All requests will be handled confidentially.

CCMS & CCHS = Grades 6-12

Checking Student Progress (gr. 6-12)

Parents and students can view grades, assignments, and missing work in the FACTS Family App.

CLICK HERE FOR INSTRUCTIONS ON DOWNLOADING THE FACTS FAMILY APP

Wisconsin Education Fair (gr. 11)

On Sept. 25, juniors will attend the Wisconsin Education Fair at Mid-State Technical College in Wisconsin Rapids, where representatives from over 100 colleges, technical institutes, and military organizations will be present.

Appointment Notes (gr. 6-12)

If your student misses school for a medical appointment, please provide a note from the provider and turn it in to the office.

Reminder about Schedule Changes (gr. 6-12)

Schedule changes for first semester will end this week.  If, in the coming weeks, you wish to drop a core class for any reason, you will need to pick up a drop/add form from Miss Varsho’s office and collect the required signatures. Second semester schedule changes may still be made until the start of second semester. You can reach Miss. Varsho, MS/HS Counselor, at varsho.brianna@columbusdons.org.

Weight Room Update (gr. 6-12)

We are looking forward to opening our weight room for morning sessions soon. Once we receive clearance from our construction company, we will share the official start date. Our plan is to have the facility open from 6:15–7:30 a.m. 6th-12th students may come for a quick lift and leave when they need to—it’s not required to stay for the full time.

Community Events

Community Events

Below you'll find information shared with us from the greater community that may be of interest to CCS families. Click the links below to learn more about each event.

Please Note: These community postings are not sponsored or endorsed by Columbus Catholic Schools. We are sharing them as a service to our families.

• Everett Roeh Marsfield Public Library - Sept 2025