Columbia Virtual Academy

05/27/2026

Student Spotlight! Peyton Shines at WA State 4-H Equine Presentation Contest

The results are in from this year’s Washington State 4-H Equine Presentation Contest, and one young competitor has stood out with remarkable success. CVA 8th grader, Peyton, delivered an exceptional performance, earning an impressive score of 92.7 out of 100 to secure first place in the Intermediate Individual Presentation category. Her presentation, which focused on Barefoot Trimming, received high praise from judges, who commended both her knowledge and delivery.

Encouraged by the positive feedback, Peyton is already looking ahead and making plans for next year’s competition, demonstrating her commitment to continuous learning and improvement within the 4-H equine program.

This latest achievement adds to what has been an outstanding year for Peyton at the state level in equine education contests. Her accomplishments include being named Grand Champion in judging, as well as earning Reserve Champion in Intermediate Individual Hippology. She also contributed to strong team performances, helping secure third-place finishes for her teams in both Intermediate Hippology and Horse Bowl competitions.
Capping off her exceptional season, Peyton earned the title of Grand Champion for Intermediate Individual Presentation, solidifying her status as a leading competitor in Washington’s 4-H equine program. Her dedication, hard work, and passion for equine education have made this a truly memorable and successful year.

05/20/2026

Student Spotlight - Ava

Ava qualified for the Western Championships, an elite competition for Level 9 gymnasts who placed in the top seven of their age group at their regional meets. Representing Region 2, Ava competed against some of the best gymnasts from Regions 1-4, encompassing 26 states.
Congratulations, Ava! Your hard work, dedication, and perseverance are inspiring! We're so proud of you!

04/21/2026

Student Spotlight!
Brendan is 12 years old and has been part of the CVA community for 4 years! Outside of school, he dedicates his free time to training in Jiu-Jitsu and even coaches younger students ages 4–8 at his local academy.
Brendan has earned multiple medals at major tournaments, including the Oregon Open Jiu-Jitsu Championship, NAGA Grappling Championship, and The Revolution. One of his most impressive accomplishments was achieving a submission in just 19 seconds - one of the fastest of the entire tournament - earning him 1st place!
We are so proud of Brendan’s hard work, leadership, and dedication both on and off the mat. Way to go, Brendan!

04/17/2026

Student Spotlight on Art by Juniper!

In her Artistic Pursuits K–3 Book 2 course, Juniper learned how artists use layers of colorful paper to add depth and texture to their work. After exploring this technique, she shared with Mrs. Rolfe that she really enjoyed creating artwork with construction paper - and her final piece shows just how well she mastered it!
Juniper’s artwork captures one of her family’s favorite activities: fishing together. In the picture, Juniper, her dad, and their dog, Toyota, spend a beautiful sunny day by the lake.
Can you spot the bird in its nest or the fish swimming in the water?
Fishing is an activity Juniper and her dad enjoy whenever they can, whether it’s early in the morning before work or in the evening after he gets home. Sometimes, the whole family joins in for a day on the lake! This tradition has been part of Juniper’s life for nearly six years.
Whether she’s creating art or heading out on a fishing adventure with her family, Juniper loves learning and making memories. We’re so proud of her creativity and storytelling through art!

04/14/2026

Please join us in celebrating Peyton Lovejoy, a CVA 7th grader who is new to Columbia Virtual Academy this year - and already making headlines!
Peyton was recently crowned Rodeo Queen of the Northwest Junior Rodeo Association (NJRA) at the year‑end banquet on February 28, 2026, held at the Great Wolf Lodge in Chehalis, Washington. In the photo, Peyton is pictured on the left, alongside last year’s Rodeo Queen.
As the newly crowned Rodeo Queen, Peyton will serve as an ambassador for the NJRA. Her role includes gathering sponsors, inspiring young people, and representing the association at events across the region. She will proudly showcase the Western lifestyle while emphasizing positive values, commitment to Western culture, strong moral character, and compassion for animals.
Peyton has also been busy competing! She recently returned from the Inter‑Mountain Icebreaker Rodeo in Utah, where she placed an impressive 8th in breakaway roping out of nearly 1,000 competitors - and connected with fellow rodeo queens from across the country.
This is Peyton’s first year at CVA, and she has truly enjoyed the flexibility our program offers. Her customized schedule has allowed her to balance academics with her demanding rodeo commitments - and that flexibility will pay off even more next year as she travels around the state representing the NJRA.
Congratulations, Peyton! We are so proud to have you as part of the CVA community and can’t wait to see all you accomplish!

04/03/2026

We are thrilled to announce the 2nd Annual CVA's Got Talent Virtual Talent Show! CVA Students: this is your chance to showcase your amazing talents and celebrate the incredible creativity within our CVA community.
Important Dates:
*Submission deadline: May 12th
*Performance dates: May 26th at 1:00pm and May 27th at 6:00pm

See the attached flyer for detailed information. Show us your talent!

04/02/2026

Today, we celebrate neurodiversity and honor the strengths, perspectives, and voices of individuals on the autism spectrum.

03/17/2026

Student Spotlight!

CVA grade 4 student, Lydia, took her https://www.beyondthepage.com/ final project to the next level by writing and performing an original song about Nigeria!
Her creativity, confidence, and hard work shine through every note. We love seeing our students explore culture, geography, and global learning in such expressive and meaningful ways.
Check out Lydia’s performance here:
https://youtube.com/shorts/FCPrKqxAmkQ?si=zc1a7XnMoMiprrCD

03/13/2026

Mrs. Cooper’s LEGO Club Fun!

Mrs. Cooper’s LEGO Club meets a few times each month for creative building challenges. For this challenge, students started by designing their dream car or house, then raced the clock to build as many letters of the alphabet as possible!
Along the way, they practiced presentation skills and shared their awesome creations with the group.
We love seeing their imagination and confidence grow!

03/09/2026