CMS News

We really do have incredible students at CMS! This week has been full of energy, engagement, and learning. Our students are settling into their routines nicely. We are excited for a fun year ahead!

Thank you for your communication with our staff in regards to how we can help your child be successful this year. Families are a vital piece of every school!

Universal Support Systems

• At Coopersville Area Public Schools, we are committed to high levels of learning for all students. To achieve this, we operate as a Professional Learning Community (PLC). This means our staff utilizes research-backed, global best practices provided by Solution Tree, a recognized leader in school improvement.
• Following their "Behavior Solutions" and "Behavior Academies" models, we view behavior and character development just like academics: as skills that can be taught, practiced, and mastered.
• View the CMS Letter HERE (Choose Middle School along the left side)

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

See you Monday Broncos!

~ Mrs. Kosten

- Ask to check your child's email alongside them (this will start next week)

- Choose the "Daily Student Announcements" tab on the Family Dashboard linked HERE

September 18: Half Day - Dismissal at 10:50 am (Homecoming)

September 18: Homecoming Football Game at 7 pm

September 21: 7th Grade Vision Screening

September 28: Picture Retakes **

October 7: Count Day - Please avoid absences this day

October 7: Choir Concert (6:00 PM)

October 9: No School

October 16: Halfway through 1st Semester

October 22: Parent/Teacher Conferences

November 25-27: No School Thanksgiving Break

December 3: Choir Concert (6:00 PM)

December 8: Band Concert (6th: 6:30 PM, 7th & 8th: 7:30 PM)

December 18: Last Day of Semester

December 18: Half Day - Dismissal at 10:50 am

December 21-January 1: No School - Holiday Break

Student Council applications are now available in the office and they are due on Monday, August 31. More information about applying can be found HERE

The Ottawa County Health Department (OCHD) will be coming to CHS on Monday, September 21th to perform vision screenings on our 7th grade students. Per the OCHD, we must inform families in advance of the date the vision screens will take place with ample time for a parent to Opt-Out of the screening if they so choose. Please contact our main office at (616)997-3400 to opt your child out of the screening by Thursday, September 17.

Middle and High School students have a new opportunity to have a dental cleaning and exam on campus on September 8, 2026. This is a service provided through the Ottawa County Health Department. See flyer for details.

English Registration Link

Spanish Registration Link

Please fill out the Back to School documents linked on this resource page: HERE

As we prepare for a successful school year, we need your help with a quick but crucial task: completing the Education Benefits Form. You might be wondering: "If meals are already free for students, why do I still need to fill out this form?" While universal free meal programs ensure our students are nourished every day, the Education Benefits Form is about much more than lunch. It is the primary tool used by the state and federal government to determine how much grant funding our school receives to support student learning and well-being.

Educational Benefits Form

Please check the Parent Portal to see if your child's emergency contact information is correct. If the phone numbers or email addresses of either you or your emergency contacts have changed, please make those edits within the Parent Portal of Infinite Campus. Directions are linked below. You can also stop into the office at Chromebook Pick-up and our secretaries can assist you. Changes to primary mailing addresses will need to be done in person in our office. Thank you!

Directions to Edit Emergency Contact Information

Perscription Medication Permission Form

School Ends: 2:25 PM

*Our doors open to students at 7:20 AM.*

Daily Schedule of Classes

For our 6th grade and new student parents, here are two videos explaining the drop-off process. There are a few options shown. For safety and to limit students walking in our parking lot, please prioritize dropping students in the drop-off lane closest to the building and only choose the parking lot if there are long lines in the drop-off lane. These videos are from when the west drive was added and the second one shows some modifications we found worked better than the original plan.Thank you!!

CMS offers a Homework Club to students from 2:30-3:15 PM daily supervised by a CMS staff member. Students are invited to work or read independently rather than receive tutoring. Students may be picked up in the front of school or walk home at 3:15 PM. Bus passes for the elementary busses will not be given to CMS students. There will be NO Homework Club on Monday, August 24 and we will start on Tuesday, August 25.

We are always excited with families would like be involved at CMS! If you are interested in helping out at CMS there are three main opportunities:

- Popping Friday morning popcorn

- Bronco Bashes are events for students to stay after school on one Friday a quarter to have some fun with friends. Activities like basketball, board games, corn hole, ping pong, etc. are available along with concessions. Adults are needed to supervise various areas in the building.

- One option during our BRIDGE Time from 1:50-2:25 Tuesday-Fridays if for students to choose a "School Culture" activity. We always appreciate adults who are willing to share their talents or interests! Examples might include playing chess or card games, knitting, sharing life experiences, playing various sports, nature walks, etc. A staff member would connect with a volunteer to determine dates and topics. Come share your knowledge, passions, or experiences!

CMS Volunteer Interest Form

• There will be a la carte items available for sale.

• Students must have cash or money on their food service account to purchase a la carte items.

• Students can bring cash or a check made out to CAPS food service.

• Families can also add money with a credit card (additional fees apply) at: coopersville.family portal.cloud

• Click here for additional information!

Registration Link

Hand To Hand Registration Link: HERE

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