CHMS Weekly Update

Friday, April 24th is an Early Release Day for students. Middle and High School students are released at 12:00 PM.

All students will take the Reading NWEA on Tuesday and the Math NWEA on Thursday. We will operate on our Testing Schedule on these days.

7th & 8th Graders who scored below the proficiency level on Gate 1 of the Acadience Reading Assessment will take Gate 2 of the assessment on Monday. All students will operate on our normal schedule this day.

6th graders will complete the Acadience Oral Reading Fluency assessment on Wednesday. This is a 5-10 minutes assessment per student. All students will operate on our normal schedule this day.

All students will take the NWEA assessments in Math and Reading, along with the Acadience Reading assessment to provide a more detailed look at individual reading skills. Our 5th and 6th grade students will also take the Acadience Math assessment.

In addition, state testing will take place this spring. 5th grade students will take the MSTEP in Math, ELA, Social Studies, and Science. 6th and 7th graders will take the MSTEP in Math and ELA, while 8th graders will take the MSTEP in Social Studies and Science, along with the PSAT in Reading/Writing and Math.

These assessments provide valuable information to help us support each student’s growth and achievement. We encourage students to do their best, get plenty of rest, and come to school ready to focus. Thank you for your continued support!

Monday, April 20th - 7th & 8th Grade Acadience (Gate 2) - normal schedule for all

Tuesday, April 21st - All Students, Reading NWEA - testing schedule

Wednesday, April 22nd - 6th Grade Acadience (ORF) - normal schedule for all

Thursday, April 23rd - All Students, Math NWEA - testing schedule

Monday, April 27th - 5th Grade Acadience (ORF) - normal schedule for all

Tuesday, April 28th - MSTEP - 6th & 7th Graders take Math, 5th & 8th Graders take SS - testing schedule

Thursday, April 30th - 5th Grade Math MSTEP - altered schedule for 5th graders only

Tuesday, May 5th - MSTEP - 6th & 7th Graders take ELA, 5th & 8th Graders take Science - testing schedule

Thursday, May 7th - 5th Grade ELA MSTEP - altered schedule for 5th graders only

*5th and 6th grade reading teachers give the Acadience Maze test in their classes between April 20th and May 1st

**5th and 6th grade math teachers give the Math Acadience between April 20th and May 1st

The links below will take you to more information about each test.

As the weather warms up (hopefully...), it is a good time for a reminder about our school's dress code outlined on page 10 in our Student/Parent Handbook (linked below). Please review it and let Mrs. Muscott or Mrs. Jorgensen know if you have any questions.

Our Food Service Staff is putting together a taste testing for some new breakfast items on April 23rd. This will take place during lunch time! Once students taste the items, they will be able to provide feedback on what they liked or didn't like.

Get your sports physicals for the 2026-27 season at the Chippewa Hills Wellness Center!

All sports physicals completed by the end of the school year will be entered into a weekly drawing for a gift card!

Schedule your child’s appointment by calling 989-967-2290.

Don’t wait until the last minute before season starts to get your physical. The Wellness Center is open all summer!

Hope is in Bloom!

Our High School National Honor Society students are hosting a community Blood Drive on Tuesday, April 28 from 8:30 AM to 1:30 PM in the High School Gym.

This event is open to the public, and we invite and encourage our entire Warrior community to participate!

Walk-ins are welcome but you can schedule an appointment HERE to help reduce wait times.

Join our students in making a real, life-saving impact.

The Chippewa Hills Band Boosters Spring Craft Show & Mom-to-Mom Sale is happening Saturday, May 2 from 10 AM – 3 PM at the High School!

Browse a wide variety of vendor booths featuring: Wood crafts, sweet treats, glass décor, candles & soaps, jewelry, and so much more!

Plus, a food truck will be on-site to keep you fueled while you shop.

Come out, find something unique, and support our Band Boosters!

The Equestrian Team is currently looking for students in grades 5–8 to join the Junior Equestrian Team, with practices starting next week.

The Senior Team (grades 9–12) will begin this summer—so there’s something for everyone!

This is a great opportunity for students in our area who have a passion for horses and want to be part of something special.

Learn more or sign up here:

• Equestrian Team Facebook Group

• Email: bnelson@chsd.us

Check out some info from our CHMS Parent Club!

Check out the latest edition of the Warrior Watch!

5th Grade - Unit 2: Emotion Management

Lesson 14 - Handling Put-Downs

Why This Lesson Matters: Insults and mean comments are common causes of conflict among students. Put-downs can lead to serious problems and even fights if handled poorly. By applying the Calming-Down Steps, students can keep their emotions under control. This gives students a chance to think about the situation and improves their ability to avoid aggressive reactions that could cause more serious conflicts. The ability to keep strong emotional reactions in check can be important for students who are bullied, since sometimes a strong emotional reaction serves as a reward for bullying and makes further mistreatment more likely.

6th Grade - Unit 4: Managing Relationships & Social Conflict

Lesson 23 - Considering Multiple Perspectives

In this week’s lesson, your child will practice using non-blaming language to resolve conflicts.

Try this at home: Ask your child to give you an example of non-blaming, respectful communication. Brainstorm with them to think of a time in your household when non-blaming language could have been helpful and make a plan for how to use respectful communication in the future.

7th Grade - Unit 4: Managing Relationships & Social Conflict

Lesson 23 - Resolving Conflict Part 1

In this week’s lesson, your child will learn how to describe a conflict in a non-judgmental way by avoiding blaming language.

Try this at home: Discuss with your child a time in your life when you had a particularly difficult time resolving a conflict. How did avoiding blaming language help?

8th Grade - Unit 4: Managing Relationships & Social Conflict

Lesson 23 - Finding the Best Solution

In this week’s lesson, your child will learn to find solutions to a conflict that everyone can agree on.

Try this at home: Ask your child about a conflict they recently had where they got something they wanted after it was resolved. Share a similar situation of your own.

Boys/Girls Track and Field:

Thursday, April 23rd - Away at Big Rapids - 4:00 PM Start Time - Bus Departs at 2:30 PM

Mr. Russell - 8th Grade Science/7th Grade Computers Teacher

"Because he goes over what we need to do and helps us"

Mr. Bendele - 7th Grade Science Teacher

"Very Friendly and fun"

Note: Milk without a meal, a la carte items, and second meals will still need to be purchased.

The April breakfast and lunch calendars are attached below.

Friday, April 24th - Early Release Day for Students, Afternoon PD for Staff

Thursday, April 30th - 8th Grade Field Trip

Sunday, May 3rd - NJHS Induction Ceremony

Monday, May 4th - Early Release Day for Students, Afternoon PD for Staff

Wednesday, May 13th - Spring Orchestra Concert - 7:00 PM in HS Auditorium

Thursday, May 14th - Spring Band Concert - 7:00 PM in MS Gym

Sunday, May 17th - HS Graduation

Wednesday, May 20th - 6th Grade Field Trip

Wednesday, May 20th - Mosaic School Graduation - 7:00 PM

Thursday, May 21st - Early Release Day for Students and Staff

Friday, May 22nd - LAST DAY OF SCHOOL! Early Release Day for Students and Staff