Ranger Weekly

Good Afternoon, Ranger Families!

Our Rangers have demonstrated Ranger Strong behaviors, leadership, and a tremendous commitment to hard work throughout the week. It has been exciting to see students supporting one another, embracing challenges, and taking pride in being part of the Central High School community.

During orientation last week, we talked about what it means to SET THE STANDARD here at CHS. Our Rangers have shown us that they are ready to lead and to carry forward the excellence, pride, and tradition that make Central one of the top high schools in Michigan. Setting the standard is about the choices we make each day, how we treat others, how we approach our learning, and how we represent Ranger Country.

Thank you to our families for partnering with us and helping our students start the year strong. We are incredibly proud of our Rangers and excited for all that is ahead!

Have a safe, relaxing, and memorable Labor Day weekend!

Thank you for all you do,

Jon Haga

Principal, Central High School

• Senior Retreat forms and payment due
• Senior Planning Night 5:30 pm @ Auditorium

Senior Retreat

Community Tailgate

Senior Treat Day

Picture Retakes

Blood Drive

We have listened to you! In our district wide experience data, our families have expressed an interest in receiving more frequent feedback from our schools and teachers on how a student is learning in class. In order to provide this to you, CHS (and all secondary schools) will be sending you a feedback report on the third Friday of every month. The first feedback report will be sent next Friday, September 18, to your email addresses.

The primary piece of classroom feedback that is communicated to parents and families comes in the forms of grades. (Direct, qualitative, and immediately actionable feedback is provided to your student in class and through formative assessments.) The feedback you will receive next Friday will be just that, a snapshot grade of your student's learning in each class up to this point in the semester.

If you would like to receive more frequent communication and feedback on your students learning, you can access this information at any time by accessing PowerSchool. If you have any questions after receiving this feedback report, please contact your student's teacher.

Important: Please make sure that BOTH the Camp Henry Release Form and the FHC Medical Form are completed.

Click the link below to sign up by September 9th!

A limited number of lockers are now available to students upon request. Students who would like a locker can complete the Google Form that was emailed to them.

Please remind them to submit their request as soon as possible, and available on a first-come, first-served basis.

We are noticing a large increase in daily checkouts in our Media Center. We will begin to prioritize our long term device needs and will be sending a form home with students to fill out in order to have a long term device. If requesting a long term device is not something you wish to do please begin to BYOD as per our district model at the HS level.

Forest Hills has partnered with a new comprehensive college and career readiness platform called SchooLinks. SchooLinks is live through students Clever accounts and students are welcome to dive in and explore the program. There is no requirement to do so, however, each grade level will be onboarded during counselor visits this year. Twelfth grade students will be the first to onboard with SchooLinks as we will be using the platform to request transcripts.

In order for SchoolLinks to communicate with colleges and the Common Application, parents/guardians need to have their students log into SchooLinks to sign the FERPA waiver.

Once logged into SchooLinks via Clever, students need to: 1) Complete the Find Your Path exercise, 2) Access the college application manager and fill out their home address, and 3) Access the FERPA agreement. Under this section students will be prompted to sign a FERPA release which will allow transcripts (and letters of recommendation if required) to be shared with the colleges and universities your student indicates. This form requires a parent acknowledgement portion. What is the FERPA? Please see here for more information

9/8

• V Golf BR Invitational @ Tullymore Golf Resort - 8:45 am
• JV Golf vs GR Christian @ Thornapple Pointe - 2:30 pm
• JV/V Soccer vs FH Northern @ FH Central - 5:00/6:45 pm
• Swim & Dive @ Jenison - 6:15 pm

9/9

• V Golf St. Joseph Invite @ Forest Akers West - 9:30 am
• JV Tennis vs Catholic Central @ The CAT - 4:15 pm
• V Tennis vs Catholic Central @ FH Central - 4:15 pm
• Coed Cross Country OK White Jamboree @ Riverside Park - 4:30 pm

9/10

• JV Golf vs East Grand Rapids @ Thornapple Pointe - 2:30 pm
• V Golf OK White Jamboree @ Boulder Creek - 3:30 pm
• FR Football vs Dewitt @ FH Central - 4:30 pm
• JV Football @ FH Northern @ FH Central - 6:30 pm
• JV Sideline Cheer @ FH Central - 6:30 pm

9/11

• V Football @ FH Northern - 7:00 pm
• V Sideline Cheer @ FH Northern - 7:00 pm

9/12

• Coed Cross Country Red Arrow Invite @ Lowell - TBD
• V Tennis Grosse Pointe North Invite @ Grosse Pointe North - TBD
• V Volleyball Makayla Kohn Invite @ Caledonia - 8:00 am
• JV Volleyball Hudsonville JV Invitational @ Hudsonville - 8:30 pm
• JV/V Soccer @ FH Eastern - 9:00/10:30 am
• Equestrian Meet #2 @ Barry County Fairgrounds - 9:00 am

Attendance Matters! How to Report an Absence Through Parent Portal

Student Parking Pass: All students planning to drive to school must complete this Google Form using their school email. The cost is $25.00 for the year (cash or check made out to FHC). Tags are available for pick up in the Main Office.

*Students must be signed into their FHPS gmail account to fill out the form.

Volunteers: Forest Hills Public Schools (Board Policies #3105 & 4205) requires that parents/guardians and community members submit to a criminal background check prior to participating in any volunteer activities (including field trips) involving our students. The Board of Education recognizes and appreciates the generosity and support it receives from volunteers. Please click here for the 26-27 volunteer form.

Medication Consent Form: Please read this letter from our District Nurses regarding a NEW Medication Consent Form for the 2026-2027 school year. Be sure to work with your physician over the next few weeks to ensure that your student, if needed, can be supported with their medications.

Please reach out if you have any questions.

Girls in Aviation Day: The Great Lakes Chapter of Women in Aviation International is hosting its annual Girls in Aviation Day. The day is designed to introduce students (primarily ages 6-18) to the many educational and career pathways available in aviation and aerospace, including pilots, aircraft maintenance, air traffic control, engineering, airport operations, aviation business, unmanned systems, and many other fields. The event is Saturday, Sept. 19, at AVFlight near the Grand Rapids International Airport. Registration is FREE and you can do so online.

Girls Choral Academy: This program is for students in grades 1-12 and is a place where she can be seen, heard, challenged, and celebrated. Through exceptional music education, meaningful friendships, and confidence-building experiences, girls develop skills that extend beyond the stage. Whether your child is an experienced singer or simply loves music, Girls Choral Academy provides a welcoming environment where she can grow as both a musician and a leader. For more information and to enroll in a choir program, visit their website, www.girlschoralacademy.org.

JOIN Girl Scouts of Michigan (Shore to Shore): Find what’s within, from curiosity to confidence. Be a Girl Scout! Join Girl Scouts of Michigan Shore to Shore for an informational meeting to get connected and learn more. Girl Scouts welcomes girls in grades Jr.K-12. The organization has two upcoming meetings where girls and families can learn more. Wednesday, Sept. 23, 6-7 p.m. at the Cascade Library Wisner Center at 2870 Jacksmith. Ave., or Monday, Sept. 28, from 5-7 p.m. at the Girl Scout DreamLab, located at 3782 29th St. Questions? Email Barb Gatchel at bgatchel@gsmists.org, or call 616-690-0173. Register for an upcoming meeting.