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Columbus Elementary School values the unique abilities and talents of each child. We are committed to building self-esteem, enhancing creativity and individuality, and developing healthy lifestyles. In cooperation with parents and community, the staff establishes high expectations for all students as the standard and provides a safe, nurturing environment where our students have the opportunity to become productive, knowledgeable, and responsible citizens.
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Students and their families enjoyed turkey and all the fixings in the cafeteria with their teachers.
At Mount Pleasant, we look forward to celebrating School Board Recognition Week each year.
Kristen Talusan and Jean Scarangella’s third graders read “Balloons over Broadway” by Melissa Sweet.
Dr. G praised them saying, “We are privileged to recognize an extraordinary group of educators who have dedicated 25 years to shaping the minds and futures of our students. Their commitment, passion, and dedication have made, and will surely continue to make a lasting impact on generations of learners.”
For the 9th time, local veterans were honored by Columbus Elementary School’s Take a Vet to School Day. The History Channel created this initiative, and this year over 50 veterans had the opportunity to meet with students and teach them about the true significance of the day.
Principal Mike Cunzio said, "As a class I will remember you as being responsible, reflective, empathic, open-minded, and resilient. Those are all the tools you will need for your educational journey and your life.”
The Tradition of Concert Cover Contests Continues
This year’s Superintendent for the Day, Brooke, had a jam packed schedule with Dr. G.
Thanks to the amazing Elementary PTA Yearbook Committee, the Fifth Grade Yearbook Breakfast was an event to remember!
The student council at Columbus identified a problem and together with advisors, Christine Galbo and Maureen Valvano came up with not only a solution but a schoolwide awareness raising Campaign.
At the June Board of Education Meeting, we said farewell to some very special members of the Mount Pleasant Schools family.
Principal Mike Cunzio said, "As a class I will remember you as being responsible, reflective, empathic, open-minded, and resilient. Those are all the tools you will need for your educational journey and your life.”
The Technology Committee whose members span K-12 across buildings have worked together to determine how technology is being used to support student learning and where there are gaps.
Mount Pleasant Central School District has been honored with the Best Communities for Music Education designation from The NAMM Foundation for its outstanding commitment to music education. Now in its 25th year, the Best Communities for Music Education designation is awarded to districts that demonstrate outstanding achievement for providing music access and education to all students.
The boys and girls varsity swim teams collected items and assembled parent kits to be donated to Maria Ferrari Children’s Hospital.
County-wide auditions were held last April and we just learned that eight WMS students have been invited to Westchester County School Music Association's (WCSMA) All-County Elementary Band.
Michele Caterino and Gayle Garson wasted no time getting their students back into the swing of learning after break, hosting a personal narrative publishing party in the Westlake Library.
Senior Keishianne Bernal and her mentor Dr. Christopher Whitehurst at New York Medical College have gotten some local press regarding their work together.
Students continue to learn all about the hands on work, professional behaviors and personal characteristics needed to thrive in the skilled trades.
In addition to basketball, Nick is tremendous on the football field and in the classroom.
If it’s the week before Holiday Recess, there is a good chance you can find Dr. G in Lauren Morris’ Photo 1 class!
Mount Pleasant Central School District voters passed the Instructional Bond Referendum 685 to 210. A pass rate of 77%.
The Mount Pleasant Central School District is exploring the creation of a Universal Pre-K (UPK) Program for 4 year olds which would run at no cost to district residents. Please respond to the Mt. Pleasant CSD Universal Pre-K Interest Survey
In anticipation of Veterans Day, across the district, classes have been discussing what it means to be a veteran.
Congrats to these talented instrumentalists! And thank you WMS Band teacher Erin Sica for sharing the great news with us!
At the October Board of Education meeting we celebrated School Board Recognition Week in a big way. It truly was a school-wide celebration.
It was a a family event jam-packed with fun, engaging math games, and activities.
The work on our turf field and athletic facilities on the Westlake Campus is progressing well and we are looking forward to it being completed. It is now time to plan for the next 3-5 years. We are specifically planning improvements to our schools that are focused on both safety and security as well as to the instructional program. Our work will also address the space constraints that currently exist at Hawthorne Elementary School. Just like the field bond, this proposed project will be structured to be tax neutral, thus having no additional impact on our residents' taxes.
It was a day of learning, team building, making connections, and of course the famous bus tour of the district!
Our Summer 2023 Newsletter has been mailed, so check your mailbox! Click below to read Dr. G's letter to the community and read about all our exciting moving up and graduation ceremonies!
At the Board of Education Meeting on August 16, Dr. Peter Giarizzo, Superintendent recommended to the Board of Education that Erica Denman be appointed as the new Assistant Principal at Hawthorne and Columbus Elementary Schools, effective August 29, 2023.
We have an update on a #wildcatpride story we covered earlier this year! A Mount Pleasant 3rd grader's Poppy Poster Contest submission that won locally was selected by the American Legion Auxiliary Department at the New York State level to move on to its NATIONAL Poster Contest!
During the summer, the Mount Pleasant Police Department used Hawthorne Elementary School to conduct defensive tactics trainings.
For the second summer, KinderCamp is providing amazing opportunities for some of our incoming Kindergarteners!
Westlake Middle School's new assistant principal is someone that is familiar to all of us and has played an integral role in our community and on our leadership team for the past eight years. Theresa Outhouse.
Laura Michalec Olszewski and Sara Beaty
During the annual reorganization meeting, our Board of Education swore in members Sara Beaty and Laura Michalec Olszewski who were relected.
The draft District-wide Safety Plan is now open for public comment. It is expected that the Board of Education will adopt the Plan after the Public Hearing at the August 16 public meeting. The draft plan is available for review here and on the Facilities Page of the website. Please send feedback to Director of Facilities Eric Strack by 12 PM on August 16, 2023.
The CES Moving Up Ceremony was on Wednesday, June 21, 2023.
For the first day of the highly anticipated annual treat: Columbus Discovery Days, CES teacher Tracey Armisto along with the third grade team organized an awesome author visit!
Dear Wildcats,
Thank you to the Mount Pleasant community for coming out to vote in support of our students and educational programs. The passing of the 2023-2024 budget ensures our ability to provide robust teaching and learning and to meet the needs of all students.
For the first time ever, Mount Pleasant Central School District has been recognized as one of the Best Communities for Music Education by the NAMM Foundation!
Kenneth Amann, a familiar name to many Westlake families as he is the current Assistant Principal of Westlake High School, will become the District's Director of Technology and Data.
4th grade students enjoy some quality time with Kimber the therapy dog!
For the 7th straight year, local veterans were honored by Columbus Elementary School.
Mt. Pleasant Breaks Ground for Athletic Facilities Upgrades
Everyone got to enjoy a Thanksgiving meal in the cafeteria.