The Foundation believes that by honoring the amazing contributions of these outstanding alumni, volunteers, and retired educators we will emphasize to our community, especially to young people, that education is the foundation for success. CPSF established the Hall of Leaders in 1999 to honor individuals in these categories:
Alumni
Persons who attended the Columbia Public Schools and have become successful in their chosen field
Retired Educators
Teachers and administrators, retired for at least five years, who were outstanding educational leaders in the Columbia Public Schools
Volunteers
Persons whose efforts as school volunteers have made a significant contribution to the Columbia Public Schools