Columbia High School is changing the narrative for our students by embracing four core values: Every Minute Matters, Joy in the Journey, Beyond the Call of Duty, and Scholars Above Self. Our primary goal is to ensure students’ preparedness for an ever-changing global environment by acquiring world-class skills and career characteristics defined by the South Carolina Graduate Profile. Our school achieves these characteristics by offering a rigorous curriculum and a career-focused program. Our staff is committed to supporting teaching and learning in an environment that fosters student achievement, ensuring our students become lifelong learners with the skills to reach their full potential. During the 2023-2024 school year, our staff and students persevered to receive numerous awards and accolades. Most notably, Columbia High School received the Magnet School Assistance Program (MSAP) Grant designation. The five-year MSAP grant allows students to take classes in one of four academic areas: Cybersecurity, Aerospace, Engineering, and Biomedical. Students have the opportunity to participate in and explore various career fields while earning dual credit (combining high school and college credit). Additional career exploration includes our Teacher Cadet Program and our nationally recognized AFJROTC.
Below are a few Points of Pride for the 2023-2024 school year:
During the 23-24 school year, half of the student body was recognized as being on the honor roll each quarter.
Academic tutoring took place weekly and on Saturdays to provide students with academic support in all content areas.
Students participated in numerous career and college readiness activities, including field trips to businesses, industries, colleges, and universities.
Three students received the South Carolina SEAL of Biliteracy, and one of our seniors was named the 2024 South Carolina Work-Based Learning Student of the Year by the South Carolina Department of Education and the Midlands Education and Business Alliance (MEBA).
In Athletics, we had over 155 Individual Athletes out of 235 Rostered Athletes on 22 Teams. 
Our faculty, staff, and community are committed to working diligently to improve the teaching and learning experience provided to our students. Through our efforts, our students will be successful and well-equipped to face real-world challenges. Together, WE are Capital Strong!
Sincerely,
Shawn Washington, Ed. D Principal
Barkesha Mays, SIC Chair