We are thrilled to share the outstanding achievements of Columbus at the 65th Annual Silver Knight Awards, further solidifying our position as a powerhouse in Miami-Dade County.
The Step Up for Students Scholarship is now accepting applications, providing your son with an amazing opportunity to access K-12 scholarships, regardless of income.
Senior Max Fonseca, a shining example of a scholar athlete, has earned the prestigious recognition as a finalist for the Miami Herald Scholar Athlete of the Year.
We are excited to announce that our Class of 2023 valedictorian, Alan Munschy, will be attending Cornell University, and our salutatorian, Max Fonseca, will be attending the University of Pennsylvania.
Columbus High School's robotics team made their debut on the world stage last week (April 25-27, 2023) in Dallas, Texas, joining over 30,000 students from 811 teams across the globe at the largest robotics competition in the world.
Athletic Director Chris McKeon and the rest of the Columbus administration would like to congratulate the following student-athletes who garnered 2022-23 Miami Herald First Team All-Dade selections for their respected sports:
Last weekend, 23 of our CCHS FBLA members competed at the State Leadership Conference in Orlando after placing in the District Competition. We had one of our best showings in recent years. Winners include:
Iris Martinez, Director of the Pat Call & Irene Culmo Center for College & Career Guidance, was nominated to be a part of the Slate for Board of Directors for the Southern Association for College Admission Counseling (SACAC).
Cameron Boozer is the 2022-23 MaxPreps Florida High School Basketball Player of the Year. The 6-foot-9 sophomore forward led the Explorers to a 26-4 record and their second consecutive Class 7A state title.
The Helmsman Distinction selection committee is looking for a senior who is an articulate speaker and able to recap the 4-year experience of the Class of 2023 at graduation.
Christopher Columbus High School and the historic San Carlos Institute are offering a Cuban Heritage / Keys History field trip to Key West on February 24th that will highlight the history of Cuba’s independence movement, the importance of Florida’s Cuban-American community, the life and works of Jose Marti and the history and ecology of the Florida Keys.
A special privilege for Columbus seniors is to wear a ‘Class of’ polo, and this year, the administration has chosen a light smokey gray Nike Dri-FIT Polo for the Class of 2023.
The Future Business Leaders of America Club competed in the District Competition throughout the last two weeks. The club completed against over 1,000 students.
In a collaborative spirit, the Administration, Campus Ministry, Theology Department, and SAC will host experiences to celebrate Catholic Schools Week, January 29 - February 4. Please refer to the information below.
Last Wednesday – Saturday, 6 Explorers traveled to Washington DC for the annual March for Life pilgrimage. This pilgrimage originated when Roe V. Wade was handed down by the Supreme Court on January 22, 1973.
Athletic Director Chris McKeon and the rest of the Columbus administration would like to congratulate the following student-athletes who garnered Miami Herald First Team All-Dade selections for their respected sports:
During this session, we will provide Juniors and their families an overview of how to manage their college applications, including how to request letters of recommendations and transcripts, link their Common Application, and much more!
Brotherhood, Faith, and Scholarship define the Marist Brothers Catholic education at Christopher Columbus High School. By making Jesus Christ known and loved and creating an inspiring academic and extracurricular environment, we prepare young men for higher learning and a life-long commitment to leadership and service through Gospel and Marist values.
Columbus is fully accredited by Cognia and is a member of the Marist Association of Secondary schools, the National Catholic Education Association and the Independent Schools of South Florida.