Welcome, Columbia families!
Our PTO events and programs are made possible by parents, grandparents, family members, teachers, and community members who generously give their time.
Whether you can volunteer for an entire event or only have an hour to spare,
there is a place for you!
Browse the opportunities below and click Sign Up to find a volunteer time that works for you.
Volunteering with the Columbia Elementary PTO is a great way to:
🦅 Support our students and teachers
💙 Be part of the Columbia school community
🤝 Meet other Columbia families
🎉 Help make school events memorable
📚 Give students experiences they will remember
⭐ See firsthand where PTO fundraising dollars and volunteer efforts make an impact
You don't have to have a lot of time to make a big difference.
Even an hour of your time helps us create great experiences for our students!
🍿 Popcorn Fridays 🍿
Help us bring a little extra fun to Fridays!
Volunteers help prepare and distribute popcorn to students.
[ SIGN UP TO VOLUNTEER ]
✏️ Smencil Wednesdays ✏️
Help us sell and distribute Smencils and make Wednesday a little more exciting!
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📚 Book Bingo and Book Fair 📖
November 13–20, 2026
Our Book Fair is one of our biggest volunteer needs of the year!
Volunteers may help with setup, assisting students, checkout, organizing books, and cleanup.
[ SIGN UP TO VOLUNTEER ]
1. Find an opportunity
Browse the events above and find something that works for your schedule.
2. Click "Sign Up"
You'll be taken to our SignUpGenius page where you can choose an available volunteer time.
3. Show up & have fun!
We'll provide the information you need before the event. Just bring yourself, a willingness to help, and your Columbia spirit! 💙💛
New to volunteering? Don't worry!
You don't need previous experience. We'll make sure you know
what to do when you arrive.
You must complete a Volunteer Background Check in order to volunteer during school hours. You can download and complete the form below, and then turn in to your child's school at least one week prior to your first volunteering event.
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