Columbus All Saints Academy, 2855 E. Livingston Ave., is sponsoring the first homecoming celebration for students of the former Christ the King School at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 2. 

Those attending will be able to walk around their former school to reminisce about the past and view items from the school’s history while seeing the changes that have been made to accommodate the current generation of students and the technology that was a dream when the school was built in the 1950s.

Cocktails and other refreshments will be available. Those attending are asked to bring their own pictures and other memories to share. 

The school has been an important part of the Berwick neighborhood and surrounding areas for more than 60 years. In 2004, the Diocese of Columbus decided to combine it with other schools on the city’s east side under the name All Saints Academy. For the past 18 years, it has continued its mission of being a cornerstone of the community and offering Catholic education to families in the area and beyond. 

“At All Saints Academy, enrollment is at a high of 410 students and is growing each year,” said principal Laura Miller. “We maintain a place of learning, growing and making memories. 

We are here to offer Catholic education to the east side and surrounding areas, and our successes strengthen our school presence. 

“We have a critical mission at this time. We have been working over the past several years to repair, replace and upgrade the facility to match the important work of the building. The bones of the building are very good, but the HVAC, electrical, windows, roof and other aspects of the building are needing much tender loving care. 

“The building has immediate needs because of its age. We want to continue offering a quality learning environment that shows the respect we have for Catholic education. We are continuing the legacy which began many years ago as Christ the King School became a place to learn about Jesus and take his love into the community. All Saints is carrying the torch and continues with the mission of making disciples for the community.”

 To RSVP for the event, send an email to Tiffany Hatem at [email protected].