Superintendent's Message

 Dear New Hylander,

Welcome and congratulations on your selection as a member of the Columbia Heights Public Schools team! You are joining an outstanding team and we are so happy to welcome you as a new member of our community! 

During the upcoming three-day orientation called Scaling the Heights on August 19, 20, 21, you will learn more about our vibrant community, our incredible students and families, and our robust district programming. The attached agenda provides an overview of the three days. The Scaling the Heights program is designed to welcome you and support your successful transition into Columbia Heights Public Schools.

Columbia Heights Public Schools is committed to our mission, vision, and core values. As we prepare to welcome students, families, and staff back to school this fall, our focus will turn towards our Vision 2030 strategic plan: 

• All Belong: Enhancing a culture of belonging by ensuring a supportive environment for students, families and staff that welcomes all individual identities and provides access to opportunities, resources and experiences 

• All Succeed: Strengthening integrated education systems by delivering equitable and culturally responsive instruction for every student in preparation for college, career and life

• Creating Worlds of Opportunity Together: Elevating inclusive and connected relationships by expanding meaningful engagement opportunities with our families, staff and community that value and amplify all voices 

Please take time to think about this vision and how you see yourself supporting students in your new role within Columbia Heights Public Schools.  

I look forward to meeting you during the 2025 Scaling the Heights induction program. I wish you the absolute best for a successful 2025-2026 school year.

Sincerely,

Zena Stenvik

Superintendent