Achieving Excellence
6:30 PM Meeting of the Board of Education of the City of St. Louis
Doors Open: 7:45am*
Student School Hours: 8:05am-2:02pm (Instruction begins promptly at 8:15am)
Dear Eagle Families,
I would like to say, that on behalf of the entire Columbia Staff, we are here for you. We understand how difficult this time may be for you and your child. Please know that you are in our well wishes and thoughts and that you are cared for. Please don't hesitate to reach out for support. Thanks for all you do!
Sincerely,
Ms. DeShonda Payton
Principal
Columbia Elementary School
PARENT SUPPORT CONTACT LIST
General School Questions: Principal Payton 314-533-2750 or 314-934-5461
Registration, Enrollment/Withdrawals, Records Requests : School Administrative Assistant, Ms. Watford 314-533-2750
Instruction, Academic Instructional Coach, Dr. Bruce 314-533-2750
Health & Immunization, School Nurse "Tracy" 314-533-2750
Parent/Community Questions Concerns & Family Support, Ms. Jones, 314-533-2750
Social & Emotional Support, Gwen Miller Hopewell 314-533-2750
Tech Support, 314-231-3720
SLPS Call Center, 314-231-3720
Dear Columbia Students,
Thank you for allowing me to serve as your leader. I promise to always put you first and take your feelings, thoughts and ideas into consideration. I promise to not only advocate for you when no one else will, but I vow to provide you with a safe and rich learning environment. I promise to always show interest in your life, while we soar to academic heights. This is my pledge to you!
Your servant leader,
Principal Payton
Every Child Deserves a Champion
Our Mission: Columbia Elementary will be relentless in providing rigorous and robust learning experiences for all students, that will empower them to become strategic and independent thinkers who compete globally.
Our Vision: Columbia Elementary will be restored to its original prominence as an integral part of the community by partnering with all stakeholders, empowering students and making academics, attendance and character education our priority.
3120 St. Louis Ave. | St. Louis, MO 63106
Phone: 314-533-2750Fax: 314-244-1754