CMS News

Stay warm this weekend with the wild weather!

Please try to limit unnecessary absences for trips or doctor appointments after Spring Break. We will begin taking M-step and NWEA tests the week we return from Spring Break. The busiest weeks are April 27 - May 15. When students miss class on these days, they sometimes need to take 2 tests in 1 day to complete make-ups and stay on schedule with their classmates. Please communicate planned absences with teachers as early as possible so that we can work with students to begin testing before being gone. Thank you!

See you Monday Broncos!

~ Mrs. Kosten

CMS Family Dashboard (Click here to access the site and important documents)

**Please choose the "Teacher Calendar" tab to see the daily assignments for many of our classes.

March 19: 7th & 8th Grade Choirs at Festival

March 19: 6th Grade Band Solo Night

March 27: Bronco Bash

March 31: End of Year Field Trip Payments & Registration due

April 3 - 12: Spring Break

April 15: PSAT for 8th Graders

May 5: Choir Concert at 7:00 PM

May 7: District Wide Art Show

May 12: Band Concert (6th Grade: 6:30 PM, 7th & 8th Grade: 7:30 PM)

May 20: 8th Grade Attends Career Quest in Grand Rapids

May 25: Memorial Day

June 2: 6th Grade Trip to Craig's Cruisers

June 4: 7th Grade Trip to Michigan's Adventure, 8th Grade Trip to Cedar Point

June 5: Last day of school, dismissal at 10:50 am

Creativity Club: April 16

Lego Club: April 15

Science Club: March 19

Tabletop Gaming Club: March 16

Ukulele Club: March 18

Next week we will be celebrating Inclusion Week as a school community. We will start the week with an assembly and show a short video each day, followed by a brief class discussion about acceptance. The purpose of this week is to highlight the importance of creating a school where every student feels valued, respected, and included!

Some of the topics include physical, intellectual, and behavior differences as well as medical challenges. Thursday's video depicts a young lady battling cancer. We know that this topic in particular could hit close to home for some of our students. If you feel your child would prefer not to watch the video or discussion, please email Mrs. Kosten at lkosten@capsk12.org and we will find an alternative setting for the brief activity.

Thursday Video

We raised $578 as a building for Water for South Sudan! Thank you for your generosity!

Learn more about Water for South Sudan, the Iron Giraffe Challenge, and Salva Dut from A Long Walk to Water on their website: waterforsouthsudan.org

- 7th going to 8th: March 20

- 6th going to 7th: March 27

8th Graders will be taking the PSAT test for Math & ELA on the morning of Wednesday, April 15. Please avoid scheduling any appointments during that time. Thank you for your support in this!

• Michigan’s Dual Enrollment program allows eligible high school students to take college courses and earn both high school and college credit at the same time.

• Participation is based on state-established guidelines, including minimum qualifying assessment scores and course alignment requirements.

• The State of Michigan covers tuition and approved fees within set limits.

• Families are encouraged to review the following link for additional information regarding MDE guidelines and the minimum qualifying score requirements.

• CLICK HERE

Current 7th Graders will be registering for classes on Friday, March 20 in Homeroom Your child will be given a Course Selection Form on today to begin planning his or her choices. Please be sure your child has this sheet on Friday. Details about selecting the correct courses are outlined on the sheet. I have attached a slideshow that describes each course as well as another copy of the selection form.

All 8th graders will automatically be enrolled in High School Spanish and they will be allowed to choose a 2nd elective. Taking High School Spanish while at CMS allows them to have more opportunities in course selection long-term at Coopersville High School.

8th Grade Course Selection SLIDESHOW

8th Grade Course Selection Form

Please contact Mrs. DeRidder if you have any questions at hderidder@capsk12.org.

7th Graders NOT currently in Advanced 7th Grade Math have the opportunity to take a placement test to join the current Advanced 7th Grade Math students in High School Geometry next year. This is for students who are strong math students and who have a desire to be pushed with more rigorous material at a quicker pace. Successful results would place the student into High School Geometry next year. If your child is interested in learning about this opportunity, please have him or her talk with a math teacher to be given a packet.

• Tuesday, April 15: Materials packet given to students during Bridge Time

** Students may seek out help from any math teacher

** Completed packets required to be allowed to take Placement Test

• Monday, May 11: Packet due to your math teacher

** Teachers will look at them and give feedback on skills that need improvement

• Monday, May 18 & Tuesday, May 19: Placement Test

** Test give during Bridge Time

**Placement test and NWEA scores will be considered when determining which students will qualify for Geometry next year. You will be contacted after Memorial Day with the results.

Get ready, Broncos! Our next Bronco Bash is happening Friday, March 27, from 2:30–4:00 PM. Tickets will be on sale March 23–27 during lunch, so don’t miss your chance to join the fun. Grab your ticket, bring your Bronco spirit, and get ready for an awesome after-school celebration!

Online ordering is still available to anyone who would still like a yearbook. Our order deadline is April 1, 2026. Personal webcodes are required for online ordering. If you need help locating your code, you can use the lookup tool link below or contact the customer service department. Please contact our Main Office at (616)997-3400 if you are unsure if you purchased a yearbook with school photos in the Fall. We have a master list and we can double check your order.

Order site:https://gpi.portraitpics.co/.

Look up tool: https://www.geskusphoto.com/lookup

Customer Service: https://www.geskusphoto.com/contact-us

Registration and Payment is due March 31!!

We are in the beginning stages planning our end of the year class trips. Please mark your calendars with the details below.

6th Grade: Craig's Cruisers on Tuesday, June 2, 2026

(Cost: $25)

7th Grade: Michigan's Adventure on Thursday, June 4, 2026

(Cost: $45)

8th Grade: Cedar Point on Thursday, June 4, 2026

(Cost: $110)

* Permission slips and online payment information was sent home in an email on March 6.

* Participation on these trips is based on showing positive behavior here at school. Behavior agreements were also included in the email and should be signed by March 16.

Vaping has become increasingly common among teens, but it carries serious health risks for developing brains and bodies. Even though some vaping products may be legal for adults, they are not safe for adolescents, whose brains are still developing until their mid-20s. Many vaping products contain high levels of nicotine, which can lead to addiction, affect attention and mood, and make it harder for students to focus and learn. In addition, some devices contain chemicals that can harm the lungs and overall health. Families can help by talking openly with their children about the risks and encouraging healthy choices. Please use the resources below to guide your discussions and reach out to our office staff for assistance in talking to your pre-teens about the dangers of vaping.

You are invited to attend the Community Release of the 2025 Youth Assessment Survey (YAS).

Date: Friday, May 15, 2026

Time: 9:00–10:30 AM

Location: Ottawa County Fillmore Complex, Main Conference Room

The YAS is a biennial, countywide online survey on the health behaviors of 8th, 10th, and 12th grade students. Now in its eleventh administration since 2005, the 2025 survey included nine school systems and more than 5,000 teen responses to 180+ questions. The 2023 YAS report, FAQs, and companion resources are available at the YAS website https://ottawacountyyouth.org/.

Seats are limited. To register:

• Scan the QR code on the attached flyer, OR

• Register via Eventbrite: https://yas2025.eventbrite.com/

CAPS is excited to announce the opportunity for Middle and High school students to access a dentist on campus in March or April at no cost! This is being offered to any student who has had a barrier to accessing dental care in the past six months. Any questions about whether you qualify, please contact ncatron@capsk12.org.

• Coopersville Bronco Clothing Store - Store will remain open all year and offers options for general merchandise and multiple sports

Coopersville Choir Swag Store

Coopersville Bands Swag Store

CAPS would like to invite all families to information nights on some VERY important topics for parents of Middle Schoolers. All are welcome to attend!

Link to Register for Emerging Drug Trends

All parents who attend the Protect Young Eyes event will be entered into a drawing for generous gift baskets! Hope to see you there!

Link to Register for Protect Young Eyes

Positive Staff Referral Link HERE

Watch for registration after Spring Break for this fun opportunity!

Nurses Letter

Medical Documentation Form

Asthma Bundle

CAPS District Health Webpage HERE

Good news Coopersville Families! Pack-It-Up, our opportunity for daily food distribution to students, is beginning again in the New Year. Here is the link to the website for families and volunteers to sign up online.

https://coopersvillecares.org/pack-it-up-coopersville-1

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Email: lkosten@capsk12.org
Website: https://coopersvillebroncos.org/middle-school/
Location: 198 East Street, Coopersville, MI, USA
Phone: 616-997-3400