Today is National Kindergarten Day, and the Kindergarten students at Stokes-Beard Elementary celebrated! There was popcorn, cotton candy, and a lot of playing.
"The day highlights the importance of early childhood education, play-based learning, and the foundational social and academic skills developed during a child's first school experience."
30 days ago, Columbus Municipal School District
Stokes-Beard Elementary students play during a National Kindergarten Day celebration at the school.
Two students posed for a picture at Stokes Beard Elementary
Stokes-Beard Elementary students play during a National Kindergarten Day celebration at the school.
Stokes-Beard Elementary students play during a National Kindergarten Day celebration at the school.
Stokes-Beard Elementary students play during a National Kindergarten Day celebration at the school.
Stokes-Beard Elementary teachers make cotton candy for students.
National Kindergarten Day headband colored by a student.
A Spring Band Concert will be held on Thursday evening at Columbus High. The concert begins at 7 PM.
30 days ago, Columbus Municipal School District
CMSD Spring Band Concert. April 23, 2026 at 7 PM
Don't forget you can meet new Columbus High Football Coach Chris Morgan this Saturday from 2-5 PM at CHS.
There will be food trucks and other fun things happening. The 2026 football schedule will be revealed!
We hope you can join us!
about 1 month ago, Columbus Municipal School District
Chris Morgan returns home to take over the CHS football program. Meet the coach this Saturday at CHS from 2-5 PM.
The Columbus Municipal School District and our principals began working with parents this weekend to assist with some basic needs.
If you can help, check out the flyer.
about 1 month ago, Columbus Municipal School District
Columbus Fire and Rescue Station 1
Community assistance for fire victims.
The Mississippi School Boards Association (MSBA) has designated the week of April 19-25, 2026, as School District Administrative Assistants and Board Clerks (AABC) Appreciation Week.
Thank you to these professionals who work hard every day to keep our district moving. We appreciate you!
about 1 month ago, Columbus Municipal School District
The Mississippi School Boards Association (MSBA) has designated the week of April 19-25, 2026, as School District Administrative Assistants and Board Clerks (AABC) Appreciation Week.  Thank you to these professionals who work hard every day to keep our district moving. We appreciate you!
Grade span is happening in the Columbus Municipal School District in the 2026-27 academic year. We hope these flyers will help explain what's happening, what we know, and what will be released at a later time.
about 1 month ago, Columbus Municipal School District
Grade Span explainer flyer
Grade Span explainer flyer
Grade Span explainer flyer
The Falcon baseball team has been in action this week against New Hope.
They travel to New Hope on Friday for a game at 5:30 PM.
about 1 month ago, Columbus Municipal School District
CHS baseball at the plate batting.
A CHS baseball player swings the bat.
A CHS baseball player stands just off first base.
A CHS baseball player slides into second base.
A CHS baseball player swings the bat.
CHS baseball players huddle together on the field.
A CHS baseball pitcher throws the ball.
A CHS baseball player watching a play unfold.
Don't forget about the play, "Cinderella," at Columbus Middle School. It's a great play!
about 1 month ago, Columbus Municipal School District
Actors in CMS play "Cinderella."
Actors in the CMS play "Cinderella."
Actors in the CMS play "Cinderella."
"Cinderella" play continues this week at CMS.
Don't forget to make your plans to see "Cinderella" this week at Columbus Middle School.
about 1 month ago, Columbus Municipal School District
The play "Cinderella" will be performed April 14-17th at Columbus Middle School. Tickets are $5.
A Columbus High football parent meeting will be held April 15th at the CHS gym. The meeting begins at 6 PM.
about 1 month ago, Columbus Municipal School District
A Columbus High football parent meeting will be held April 15th at the CHS gym. The meeting begins at 6 PM.

Columbus Middle School students participated in the State Science Fair.
Three students placed in the event:
3rd Place Earth & Environmental Science—Amiya Magee
3rd Place Physics & Astronomy—Joyce Ayoola
2nd Place Plant Science—Jamocika Moore
Each student received a certificate and ribbon for participating.
The contest was held at Northeast Mississippi Community College in Boonevile on Thursday.
Not pictured: Ryan Holliness

about 1 month ago, Columbus Municipal School District
CMS students show off their medals and certificates after placing at the State Science Fair at Northeast Mississippi Community College.
Columbus Middle School students present their ribbons after competing at the State Science Fair, which was held at Northeast Mississippi Community College.
The Columbus High softball team has been in action this week. Here are a few shots from the Pontotoc game at home.
The Lady Falcons are scheduled to travel to Pontotoc today.
about 1 month ago, Columbus Municipal School District
CHS Softball player pitches the ball.
CHS softball players walk off the field.
CHS softball coaches talk about the game.
CHS softball player up to bat
CHS softball players playing against Pontotoc
CHS softball player pitches the ball.
CHS softball player throws the ball.
CHS softball player prepares to go to bat.
CHS softball player at bat looks at a pitch
CHS softball player swings at a pitch.
The CHS Drumline is going to the World Championship in Dayton, Ohio! Let's send them off in style on April 14th at 6 PM.
about 1 month ago, Columbus Municipal School District
The CHS Drumline is going to the World Championship in Dayton, Ohio! Let's send them off in style on April 14th at 6 PM.
Columbus Middle School parents/guardians will meet April 13th in the CMS Gym at 6 PM.
about 1 month ago, Columbus Municipal School District
Columbus Middle School parents/guardians will meet April 13th in the CMS Gym at 6 PM.
Make plans to see "Cinderella" April 14-17 at Columbus Middle School! The program begins at 6:30 PM each evening. Tickets are $5.
about 1 month ago, Columbus Municipal School District
Make plans to see "Cinderella" April 14-17 at Columbus Middle School. The program begins at 6:30 PM each evening. Tickets are $5.
Check out what's happening at Stokes-Beard Elementary.
Wear neon Thursday!
about 1 month ago, Columbus Municipal School District
Stokes-Beard Elementary students could win a bike, courtesy of Vibrant Church. Positive behavior, attendance, and academic growth will get students into the drawing.
Testing Kickoff on April 9th. Wear neon to light up for testing!
Meet the new CHS Head Football Coach, Chris Morgan, on April 25th at Columbus High from 2-5 PM.
about 1 month ago, Columbus Municipal School District
Meet the new CHS Football Coach, Chris Morgan, on April 25th at Columbus High from 2-5 PM.
CHS Boys Soccer Team Tryouts: April 23rd, 4:30-5:30 PM at the CHS Practice Football Field. Tryout waiver and cleats are required. Current players must also attend.
about 1 month ago, Columbus Municipal School District
CHS Boys Soccer Team Tryouts: April 23rd 4:30-5:30 PM at the CHS Practice Football Field. Tryout waiver and cleats are required. Current players must also attend.
Thank you to all of our CMSD Assistant Principals for your hard work and dedication to our students! We are proud to recognize you during this National Assistant Principal Week.
about 2 months ago, Columbus Municipal School District
Thank you to all of our CMSD Assistant Principals for your hard work and dedication to our students! We are proud to recognize you during this National Assistant Principal Week.
Fairview Elementary students participated in an Easter Egg hunt this afternoon.
The Easter Bunny was on hand for the fun and prizes!
Thank you to the staff and volunteers who made this event possible.
about 2 months ago, Columbus Municipal School District
The Easter Bunny visits Fairview Elementary students during an Easter Egg hunt.
A Fairview Elementary students finds the Golden Egg with a prize.
Fairview Elementary students participate in an Easter Egg hunt at the school.
Fairview Elementary students participate in an Easter Egg hunt at the school.
Fairview Elementary students participate in an Easter Egg hunt at the school.