116A Michael Ave #A, Madison, AL 35758

When my daughter moved to the Redding area last spring we were in search for where my twin granddaughters would start kindergarten. we went to several local schools and Columbia was our favorite. Not only was the girls kindergarten a very memorable one, it was the very involved, caring principal staff and other teachers that made us return for 1st grade. This school is huge on safety and have strict policies on what is not tolerated/allowed, such as bullyiing or disrespectful behavior to staff and other students. You can tell how high standards are taught and expected to follow just by being on the school grounds when you volunteer or come to a school or sport event and all children from T-K to fourth grade are respectful and courteous. This school provides multiple avenues for children to excel, not just academically, but also as a valuable person in the community. It is done by recognizing students of the month per grade, per class, who demonstrated the character trait of the month. Respect, integrity, etc., etc. The PTA plans many family participating events throughout the year in addition to the numerous events and field trips the school has. Columbia Elementary is a fun, safe and academic sound school. Lastly, but most importantly my 6 yr old granddaughters are excited to go to school each and every day to see what "new" things they are going to learn that day. They do not want to miss a single day. The are already reading and learning at a rapid pace, and so excited to do so. In closing, it's true when they say great leadership starts from the top. I have met the superintendent and it's clear why the staff have been at this school for many years. This is the school of choice for the Redding area.