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Columbia Academy

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Who Will You Become?

A Christ-centered, college-preparatory education in the heart of Columbia, Mississippi.

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By The Numbers

Columbia Academy at a Glance

  • 1970Founded
  • 100%College Acceptance
  • 11:1Student–Teacher Ratio
  • 13+Sports Programs
  • K3–12Grades Served
  • MAISAccredited

This Is Who We Are

Mind. Body. Spirit.

Columbia Academy exists to provide a college-preparatory education in a Christ-centered environment, partnering with families to develop students of character who will impact their world for Christ.

  • Mind

    Rigorous, college-preparatory academics that challenge every student to think deeply and reach higher.

  • Body

    Thirteen-plus athletic programs and a culture of teamwork, discipline, and Friday-night pride.

  • Spirit

    A Christ-centered community where faith is lived daily — in chapel, in class, and on the field.

Kindergarten Through Graduation

One Journey, Three Chapters

  • Elementary School

    Elementary School

    K3 – 6th Grade

    Where curiosity takes root — strong foundations in reading, faith, and wonder.

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  • Middle School

    Middle School

    7th – 8th Grade

    Where confidence grows — new challenges, new teams, and growing independence.

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  • High School

    High School

    9th – 12th Grade

    Where futures are secured — college preparation, leadership, and a diploma with purpose.

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Game Day Central

Game Day Central

Next Game · Volleyball

Cougars @ Parklane Academy

Friday, July 10 · 5:30 PM

McComb, MS

Last Result

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52–40

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Friday Night & Beyond

Athletics Hub

  • Fri10

    Volleyball · Varsity

    @ Parklane Academy

    Today · 5:30 PM · McComb, MS

  • Sun12

    Football · Varsity

    vs Simpson County Academy

    Sunday · 7:00 PM · Cougar Stadium — Columbia, MS

  • Mon13

    Basketball · Varsity

    vs Wayne Academy

    Monday · 6:00 PM · CA Gymnasium

  • Tue14

    Cross Country · Varsity

    @ MAIS Invitational

    Tuesday · 10:00 AM · Jackson, MS

  • Fri17

    Soccer · Varsity

    @ Adams County Christian

    Jul 17 · 5:00 PM · Natchez, MS

  • Sun19

    Football · Varsity

    vs Presbyterian Christian

    Jul 19 · 7:00 PM · Cougar Stadium — Columbia, MS

  • Sun26

    Football · Varsity

    vs Hartfield Academy

    Jul 26 · 7:00 PM · Cougar Stadium — Columbia, MS

Cougar Country

Latest News

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Cougar Cafe: New Menu Cycle BeginsCafe

Cougar Cafe: New Menu Cycle Begins

A refreshed lunch rotation launches this week with new entrées and allergen tags.

Cafe Staff · Jul 7

Summer Reading Lists Are Here

Academics

Summer Reading Lists Are Here

Grade-by-grade summer reading assignments are posted. Get a head start before August.

Jul 6

2026–27 Academic Calendar Released

School

2026–27 Academic Calendar Released

Mark your calendars: first day, holidays, exam weeks, and key dates for the new year.

Jul 3

Cheerleaders Bring Home Camp Honors

Athletics

Cheerleaders Bring Home Camp Honors

The competition cheer squad earned top marks and a bid at summer camp.

Jun 29

Mark Your Calendar

Upcoming Events

  • Jul10

    @ Parklane Academy

    Athletics

    Tomorrow · 12:30 PMMcComb, MS

  • Jul12

    Cougar Football vs. Simpson County

    Athletics

    Sunday · 2:00 PMCougar Stadium

  • Jul12

    vs Simpson County Academy

    Athletics

    Sunday · 2:00 PMCougar Stadium — Columbia, MS

  • Jul13

    vs Wayne Academy

    Athletics

    Monday · 1:00 PMCA Gymnasium

  • Jul14

    Grandparents’ Day Chapel

    Community

    Tuesday · 5:00 AMCA Chapel

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Portrait of a Cougar

Who Our Graduates Become

  • Grounded in Faith

    Anchored by a personal relationship with Christ.

  • Servant Leader

    Puts others first, at school and in the community.

  • Lifelong Learner

    Curious, disciplined, and prepared for college and beyond.

  • Person of Character

    Honest and dependable when no one is watching.

  • Bold Communicator

    Speaks, writes, and listens with confidence and grace.

  • Team Player

    Competes hard, wins humbly, and lifts up teammates.

  • Future Ready

    Equipped to impact their world for Christ.

Columbia Academy is more than a school — it is a family. Our kids are known by name, challenged in the classroom, and loved like their teachers’ own. Friday nights feel like a family reunion.
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Cougar Legacy

The Cougar Wall of Fame

Jordan Ellis
Cougar of the Week

Jordan Ellis

Cougar Football · 11th Grade

Three rushing touchdowns and 142 yards on the ground in the Cougars’ road win. A relentless engine on both sides of the ball and a leader in the locker room.

Hall of Fame

  • 1969

    Columbia Academy Founded

    Opened its doors with a mission to educate the whole student in mind, body, and spirit.

    Milestone
  • 1985

    First State Championship

    The Cougars bring home the school’s first MAIS state title, igniting a tradition of excellence.

    Championship
  • 1998

    Fine Arts Center Opens

    A new home for theater, band, and choir expands the Cougar experience beyond the field.

    Milestone
  • 2007

    Back-to-Back Titles

    Consecutive championship seasons cement Columbia Academy as a Mississippi powerhouse.

    Championship
  • 2015

    100% College Acceptance

    Every graduating senior earns college admission — a milestone the school has sustained since.

    Academic
  • 2019

    50 Years of Cougars

    A half-century of families, faith, and Friday nights celebrated across a golden-anniversary year.

    Tradition
  • 2024

    Record Signing Class

    The largest class of Cougar student-athletes to sign to play at the college level.

    Alumni

Since 1969

The Story of Columbia Academy

  1. Every Friday

    Cougar Walk

    Before every home game, players walk through a roaring tunnel of students, families, and little Cougars-in-the-making.

  2. Each August

    First-Day Chapel

    The whole school gathers to start the year in worship — kindergartners to seniors, one family in faith.

  3. Homecoming

    The Bonfire

    Generations of alumni return for the bonfire, the pep rally, and the crowning of homecoming court under the lights.

  4. Every Spring

    Senior Signing Day

    Caps, gowns, and college colors — we celebrate every senior’s next chapter as a community.

  5. Since 1969

    Securing The Future

    More than a motto — a promise renewed with every student who walks these halls.

Become part of the story

Every CA Cougars family adds a new chapter. Come see what makes us Cougars.

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Welcome

A Note From Our Head of School

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Angie Burkett

Head of School

Welcome to Columbia Academy! For more than fifty years, our school has been a place where faith, academics, and family come together. We believe every child is created with purpose, and our mission is to nurture that purpose — educating the whole student in mind, body, and spirit. Whether on the field, in the classroom, or in chapel, our Cougars are securing the future. We would love for your family to become part of ours.

Our Mission

Columbia Academy exists to provide a college-preparatory education in a Christ-centered environment, partnering with families to develop students of character who will impact their world for Christ.

Cougar Cafe

Cougar Cafe

Today's Lunch

Cheese & Pepperoni Pizza

Sides

  • Caesar Salad
  • Veggie Sticks

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  • Cookie
  • Milk
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