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• We need donations of at least 50 pieces of candy per child.
• Please send in the candy as soon as possible so we can sort and count it for each car.
• All spots are currently filled for this year's Trunk-or-Treat, but if you are interested you can email Ms. Jodi your name and phone number and she will place you on a waitlist. Her email is listed below.
• Participants: In case of rain, have a backup plan for setting up inside.
• Ms. Jodi will send those who sign-up specific details regarding set-up time and procedures. Set-up will likely begin at 12:30.
• Most importantly, be creative and have fun!
• Trunk-or-Treat will begin at 1:15 pm

Questions?

Please email Jodi Smith

at jsmith@chatfieldschool.org

As Halloween approaches, we want to ensure a fun and safe celebration for everyone at school. Please remember that students' Halloween costumes and make-up should not be scary and should adhere to the school’s dress code. This helps create a welcoming environment for all students. Additionally, please ensure that no fake weapons, such as toy guns, swords, or any other replica weapons, are brought to school as part of costumes. Our goal is to maintain a positive and inclusive atmosphere for all students. Thank you for your cooperation and understanding.

Happy Halloween!

We are honored to invite our students and a guest veteran to our Veterans Day Breakfast on Wednesday, November 11, from 7:30–8:20 AM. This special morning offers students the opportunity to share a meal with a veteran in their lives and express our heartfelt gratitude for their service. Please RSVP by Friday, November 6, for your child(ren) and their guest veteran using this link: VETERANS DAY BREAKFAST.

Please consider donating a dish! Select THIS LINK to sign up to bring a dish to share.

In addition, we are creating the Chatfield 2026 Veteran’s Tribute Digital Display. We invite families to submit a photo of a veteran they would like to honor—even if they are unable to attend the breakfast—along with the following information:

• Photo (preferably in uniform, but civilian photos are welcome)
• Full Name (or first name and last initial, if preferred)
• Branch of Service
• Years of Service
• Relationship to Student (e.g., grandfather of “students first name”)
• Optional: Rank or Role (e.g., Sergeant, Medic—if comfortable sharing)

Submit to: rkurtz@chatfieldschool.org

Submission Deadline: Friday, November 6, 2026

Display Date: Wednesday, November 11, 2026 (during breakfast)

This tribute is a meaningful way for our students to learn about and appreciate the service of those who have protected our freedoms.

Thank you for helping us honor these heroes!

We are thrilled to announce the sign-up for our upcoming Talent Show! To participate, please fill out the Google Form provided. Here are some important details you need to know:

• Auditions will be held at Chatfield on either November 9 or 10 – you can choose the date that works best for you.
• There will be a practice session at the Pix on November 18 from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM.
• The Talent Show performance will take place at the Pix on November 19 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM.

We can't wait to see the amazing talents you bring to the stage!

Please select this link to access the Google form to sign-up for the talent show OR

You can print this form out and return it to the main office.

Get ready to show your school spirit! The Chatfield Dolphin Shop is officially open for business! You can find a variety of spirit wear items to help support our school. Select this link to shop!

We want to highlight that the platform we're using, Zeffy, doesn't charge any fees, which means 100% of the profits go directly back to our school. When you check out, you may notice an option to leave a tip. This is completely optional and can be adjusted to $0.

🌟 ORDER P.I.E. TEE SHIRTS in the Dolphin Shop!🌟

🌟 Now through October 30! 🌟

The Greenery Fundraiser is an exciting opportunity for middle school students to raise funds for their class trips. Scheduled to start on October 19th, the fundraiser encourages students and their families to participate by selling beautiful holiday greens. All orders and payments are due by October 29th, ensuring that everything is organized in a timely manner. The greens will be delivered to Chatfield for students to pick up on November 19, just in time for the holiday season. Students will receive the information and order form on October 19. If you have any questions or need further information, please feel free to contact Tami Link, the 7th-grade assistant, who is happy to assist with any inquiries.

Mrs. Link's email: tlink@chatfieldschool.org

Please click here to access the 2026-27 parent-student handbook.

Select this link to view this year's school calendar.

Check out the Dolphin Cafe's breakfast menu by selecting THIS LINK.

Check out the Dolphin Cafe's lunch menu by selecting THIS LINK.

We are excited to announce that breakfast and lunch will continue to be FREE this school year!

Please take a moment to complete the School Meals and Summer EBT Application sent home with your child the evening of your child’s grade level open house and return one form per family to school. This form collects information needed to ensure Chatfield School receives state and federal funding for several educational programs.

Select this link to access the form.

If your child arrives at school late, please ensure they bring a cold lunch with them. Hot lunch orders are submitted by 9 am, and we want to make sure every child has a meal they enjoy. Please make sure to call their lunch order into the office ahead of time. Thank you for your cooperation and understanding.

Milk Money:

Attention parents and guardians, there is a $0.50 charge for milk only. You have the option to add money to your child's account to cover the cost of milk. You can do so by sending in a check or cash with your child, or by making a payment online through the Chatfield website.

• Work in your child’s classroom
• Coach a Chatfield sports team
• Attend Chatfield events
• Participate in parent workshops
• Get involved and attend P.I.E. meetings
• Volunteer to read to your child’s class
• Attend a school board meeting
• Have volunteer ideas? Let us know!

Please consider participating in your child’s education by attending the September P.I.E. meeting scheduled for Thursday, November 12 at 4:00 pm in the middle school commons. Childcare is available.

President: Audrey Brady

Vice President: Crystal Pekarek

Secretary: Melinda VanWagoner

Trustee: Ginger Blainey

Treasurer: Vacant

Select this link to learn more about P.I.E. and how you can be an involved parent partner at Chatfield!

P.I.E. BOARD OPPORTUNITY: P.I.E. is looking for a Treasurer! Must be a Chatfield parent. Tasks include keeping record of expenses and collections, bringing updates to the meetings, providing reports at the end of the year. Fill out this form if you are interested.

Popcorn Sale

$1.00

Friday, November 20

Ice Cream Sale

During Lunch!

$2.00

Monday, October 26

Box Tops for Education is a program where families can earn cash for their schools by purchasing participating products and scanning their receipts with the Box Tops app. Select THIS LINK to participate! By following these simple steps, you can contribute to your school’s educational resources without any extra cost.

To ensure the safety and security of all our students, we use a guest lanyard system for anyone visiting the building during the school day from 8:20-3:35. Any guest who will have direct contact with students must undergo a background check. Additionally, all visitors will be required to sign in at the office to receive a "guest" lanyard. This measure is designed to help us easily identify authorized visitors and maintain a safe environment for our students. Please see the Parent-Student Handbook for more details regarding policies.

Select this link for the Volunteer/Visitor Form.

Thank you for your cooperation and commitment to student safety.

If you are interested in driving on your child's field trips, it's important to complete the volunteer form provided by the school. This ensures that all necessary information is gathered and that you are officially recognized as a volunteer.

Select this link for a copy of the Volunteer Form. This form only needs to be filled out once and every three years.

Additionally, to ensure the safety and well-being of all students, all drivers are required to undergo a background check. This process helps the school maintain a secure environment and ensures that only qualified individuals are entrusted with the responsibility of transporting children. Your cooperation and understanding in completing these steps are greatly appreciated and contribute to a positive and safe experience for everyone involved.

Below is a link to a document containing the dates for our upcoming board meetings.

Please select this link to view the board meeting dates.

We want to remind all parents that it is essential to complete the necessary paperwork for the Latchkey program. This ensures that your child is registered and can benefit from the program without any interruptions. We kindly ask that you fill out the forms before your child attends the Latchkey sessions.

Forms and paperwork can be picked up from the main office or from Miss Jodi. If you have any questions or need assistance with the paperwork, please do not hesitate to reach out via email to Jodi Smith at: jsmith@chatfieldschool.org.

We're excited to kick off another thrilling athletic season with our 5th through 8th Grade Girls Basketball team! The upcoming season, running from November through January, promises to be filled with skill-building, teamwork, and fun. If your daughter is eager to join, please take note of the following important dates and requirements.

Key Dates & Schedule

Open Gym / Tryouts:

• Tuesday, November 3, from 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM
• Wednesday, November 4, from 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM
• Practices Begin: Saturday, November 7

Weekly practices or games will be held from Monday through Thursday, with sessions lasting 1.5 hours within the 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM time frame. Specific practice schedules will be provided once finalized.

Registration Steps:

1. Complete the Registration Form: Please fill out the online form available here: Girls Basketball Sign-Up Form
2. Participation Fee: A fee of $45 is required. Kindly drop off or send in your payment, with checks made payable to The Chatfield School.
3. Sports Physical: Ensure your daughter has a current sports physical on file with the school for the 2026–2027 school year before she takes the court.

Should you have any questions, feel free to contact our athletic department. We're looking forward to a fantastic season ahead.

Go Dolphins!

Girls Cross Country:

The Girls Middle School Cross Country team competed in the league championship on Tuesday at CFI. The varsity girls finished in 6th place out of 13 teams. The girls earning a medal (top 25) were:

• Amelia Burnaine - 7th grade, 18th place
• Ella McCreedy - 8th grade, 21st place
• Fiona Blunt - 7th grade (Chatfield)- 23rd place! Way to go, Fiona!!

Boys Cross Country:

The Boys Team XC Team hosted the Flint Metro League Cross Country League Championship at CFI on Tuesday and placed third in the varsity race out of 15 teams. Leading the way for the boys were Grayson Goemaere (Chatfield), Noah Wacker, Spencer Gleason, Zavion Baker, Keagen Badyrka, Jonathan Toro Diaz, and Vallon Boller (all from Zemmer).

The JV race was exciting as well with Cooper McCreedy placing 5th overall, followed by Arden Frasier, Briggs Roberts, Logan Gleason, Maverick Parks, Greyson Cheney, Jonas Yelle, and Oliver Dudas (all 6th graders from RW). The future looks good with this group.

We are thrilled to announce the upcoming 2026/27 Archery season, inviting all 3rd through 8th graders to join our exciting program! Whether your child is new to archery or an experienced archer, there's something for everyone in our Ready, Aim, Fun! season.

The first nine weeks, starting October 16th, are dedicated to introducing 3rd graders and new archers to the sport, helping them learn the basics and decide if they want to further pursue archery. Under the guidance of experienced coaches, all participants will develop their skills, focusing on proper techniques and safety.

For those eager to compete, 4th-8th graders have the option to join the tournament season starting January 8, 2027.

• Important dates include the introductory program running from October 16th to December 18th, with practices on Friday evenings.
• Registration fees are $40 for new archers and $20 for tournament participants, with additional tournament fees of $80 due by November 20, 2026. Please ensure sponsorship forms and payments are submitted by this date as well.
• Stay connected via the "TeamReach" app using code "Dolphin2018" for updates.
• Don't forget to purchase competition arrows separately for $25. We look forward to a fun and rewarding season ahead!
• ARCHERY SPONSORSHIP FORM CLICK HERE

Ready to Sign Up?

Select THIS LINK to register your child for the archery season!

Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity! We look forward to seeing you and your child on the archery range.

Best regards,

Lowell Boyle

Chatfield Archery Program

For Giving Tuesday this year, the Youth Advisory Committee of Lapeer will be partnering with The Child Advocacy Center to do a drive called Snuggles and Snacks! Starting on October 19, they will be collecting pre-packaged snacks and stuffed animals for the kids that visit the Child Advocacy Center. Possible snacks could be individually wrapped bags of chips, beef jerky, fruit snacks, and any other snacks you think they would love! New stuffed animals will also be greatly appreciated by the kids! Bins will be placed throughout the school to collect these donations and the collections will run until November 20.

• Grades: 1st-5th
• Schedule: Wednesdays, 3:40 PM - 4:30 PM
• Location: Chatfield Library
• Sessions:
  • 1st Session (8 weeks): October 21
  • 2nd Session (8 weeks): Will begin in January
• Fee: $20.00 per session
  • Financial assistance is available upon request
• Instructor: Mrs. Sandy Chalice, with 26 years of experience teaching kids yoga
• Registration: Class size is limited. Sign up via text or email. Please include the student's and parents' full names, teacher's name, emergency contact number, and email address.

Contact Information:

• Text: 810-728-1955
• Email: gmchalice@aol.com

Confirmation of registration will be sent upon sign-up.

🌟We are proud of our middle school students from Builders Club who recently demonstrated their dedication to service by volunteering at the Kiwanis Fantasy Forest event. These young volunteers worked alongside Lapeer High School's Key Club members, contributing their time and energy to passing out candy at the event. Such experiences not only help in building leadership skills but also foster a sense of responsibility and civic engagement among the students. Great job, Jerry, Charlotte, and Gwen! 🌟

if you're looking for assistance or support, dialing 211 can be a valuable resource. This service connects individuals and families with a wide range of community resources, including housing assistance, food programs, healthcare services, state emergency relief, DHS, and more. Available in many regions, 211 is a confidential and free service that operates 24/7, making it accessible whenever you need help. Whether you're facing a crisis or simply need information about local services, 211 can guide you to the help you need. Don't hesitate to reach out and connect with the resources available in your community.

Additional Resources:

• Holiday Depot Gift Center

Location: 110 West Park Street, Lapeer, MI 48446

Contact: (810) 834-7507

• First Presbyterian Church of Lapeer

Location: 433 North Calhoun Street, Lapeer, MI 48446

Contact: (810) 664-8565

• Linked Hearts

Location: 5595 Main Street, Dryden, MI 48428

Contact: (810) 796-3407

• Hispanic Service Center

Location: 113 North Almont Avenue, Imlay City, MI 48444

Contact: (810) 724-3665

These centers offer various support services, and contacting them directly will provide more specific assistance tailored to your needs.

• End of First Marking Period, 1/2 Day, Friday, October 23, Dismissal @ 11:30
• Trunk-or-Treat, Friday, October 30
• No School, Monday, November 2
• No School, November 23-November 27, Thanksgiving Holiday Break
• P.I.E. Santa Shop, December 1-3
• Treat Street, Friday, December 18
• No School, December 21-January 1

Chatfield office hours are from

7:30 am-4:00 pm

Attendance messages may be left at anytime by calling:

(810)-667-8970

231 Lake Drive

Lapeer, MI 48446

810.667.8970

www.chatfieldschool.org

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