Coloma October Newsletter

Dear Coloma Families,

As autumn settles in, October has been a powerful reminder of what makes Coloma Community Schools so special. Throughout the month, our classrooms and hallways were filled with purpose and momentum. Through Michigan College Month, our Comets—especially our seniors—took meaningful strides toward their futures, exploring colleges, trade schools and military pathways with the guidance of our dedicated counseling teams. We also took time to celebrate the incredible people behind that progress, honoring our school leaders for National Principals Month and extending our deepest gratitude to our educators following World Teachers’ Day.

Alongside our academic focus, this month reinforced our shared commitment to a safe, welcoming culture for every student. Seeing our district unite in orange for Unity Day during National Bullying Prevention Month was a vibrant testament to the kindness, inclusion and Comet pride that define our schools. Thank you, Coloma families, for reinforcing the message of being "a buddy, not a bully" at home and for your continued partnership as we move into the next season of learning and growth together.

We are grateful for your continued partnership and commitment to Coloma Community Schools. Please stay tuned to our website and social media channels for upcoming district news.

Go Comets!

Sincerely,

Dave Ehlers

Superintendent

Here’s an overview of our district’s academic calendar, so you don’t miss a beat! You can access the full 2026-2027 academic year calendar here.

Don’t miss out on showing your Comet Pride at our upcoming fall sporting events. Visit the link below for a glance at the schedule!

From pumpkin picking to learning about farm life, our students had a blast exploring outside the classroom. Huge thanks to our parent volunteers, staff and Jollay Orchards for giving our students an unforgettable fall experience.

Coloma Intermediate brought the orchard harvest into the classroom for Apple Crunch Day! With fresh Michigan apples provided by Chartwells, teachers led mini-lessons on healthy eating and local agriculture before every room joined in for a coordinated, building-wide crunch. It was a delicious, engaging way for our students to discover how wholesome local food fuels everyday learning. Thank you to the Chartwells team for delivering such a sweet seasonal treat to our classrooms!

On Wednesday, October 21st, Coloma Junior High was a sea of orange as students and staff came together to celebrate Unity Day and take a visible stand against bullying. The morning featured a dynamic all-school assembly highlighted by inspiring student speakers, uplifting performances from our 7th/8th grade band and CJHS choir, and an engaging message from guest speaker Matt Demarais. Drawing from his background as a former teacher, baseball manager and father of six, Mr. Demarais reminded our Comets that whether you are in the classroom, on the field, or at home, teamwork, respect and kindness are what truly build a strong community.

A special thank-you to Mrs. Kubatzke and the CJHS Student Council for organizing such a memorable, purpose-driven celebration.

Coloma High School’s Automotive Technology Career and Technical Education (CTE) program received a major boost this month thanks to the generosity and advocacy of a proud CHS alumnus. Working within the automotive industry, the graduate championed an initiative to bring modern, real-world technology directly into the hands of our Comets.

Through a generous partnership with LeValley Chevrolet, the high school auto shop welcomed a transformative equipment upgrade, including a modern 3.6-liter engine for advanced diagnostic training and a professional on-car brake lathe that aligns classroom instruction with current industry standards. Adding to the experience, Brian Tosh of LeValley Chevrolet delivered the equipment and spent the day speaking with students, sharing valuable industry insights and exploring rewarding career pathways in automotive technology.

A huge thank-you goes out to our incredible alumnus and the team at LeValley Chevrolet for investing in the future of Coloma’s aspiring technicians!