CHMS Weekly Update

5th Grade

Unit 1: Growth Mindset & Goal-Setting

Lesson 5: My 10-Minute Goal - In this week’s lesson, your child will apply the full goal-setting process they learned in this unit to work toward a 10-minute goal of their choice.

Try this at home - Ask your child about the goal-setting process they learned in this unit and why it’s important. Encourage them to set a new short-term goal that's right for them and to follow the process they learned. Check in along the way to see how it’s going.

6th Grade

Unit 1: Mindset & Goals

Lesson 5: Breaking Down Your Goals -In this week’s lesson, your child will practice breaking big goals down into smaller, short-term goals.

Try this at home -Think of a time you achieved a big goal, such as learning to drive or graduating from school. Tell your child about your goal and the series of smaller steps you needed to take to achieve it. Ask your child to tell you about a goal they have.

7th Grade

Unit 1: Mindset & Goals

Lesson 5: Overcoming Roadblocks 1 - In this week’s lesson, your child will learn how to use If–Then plans to overcome roadblocks. If–Then Plans help your child anticipate potential roadblocks and come up with plans for addressing them.

Try this at home -Ask your child to explain to you what an If–Then Plan is. Work together to make a plan for how your child can respond positively to a difficult situation they might encounter at home.

8th Grade

Unit 1: Mindset & Goals

Lesson 5: Pursuing My Interests -In this week's lesson, your child will identify and respond to positive and negative influences that may affect them while pursuing a goal.

Try this at home -Tell your child about something positive or negative that influenced you as you were working toward a goal. For example, a friend who helped you find a job or learn a new skill. Ask your child about positive and negative factors that may influence them.

The first Activity Afternoon for 7th and 8th graders is scheduled for this Friday, October 20th from 3:15-5:00. The cost is $5, and our concession stand will be open (all items are priced at $1)!

There is also a Home Varsity Football game at 7:00pm this day. Students will not be allowed to hang out at the school between Activity Afternoon and the football game. Please remember that students need to be accompanied by an adult at athletic events. If they are not with an adult, they will not be permitted to enter the game.

We’re helping the CHHS Student Council to raise candy for their annual Family Halloween Night! Last year over 1,200 people attended this fun community event, and we want to help raise candy for all the kids that come trick or treating through the school.

Our candy drive will run from Monday, October 16 through Friday, October 27. We’re offering our Middle Schoolers a fun grade-level competition to see which grade can bring in the most candy by weight. The winning grade level will receive a special hot cocoa and Rice Krispie treat prize on Halloween!

All candy and/or snacks must be store bought and individually wrapped. Candy can be given to your child’s homeroom teacher.

Thank you for helping to make Family Halloween Night the best one ever!

Did you know that our middle school has an honor society? It is comprised of 7th and 8th grade students that meet the criteria of scholarship, leadership, community service, and character. If you are a 7th or 8th grade student interested in being a part of the Chippewa Hills Middle School Honor Society, you may pick up an application in the office. Applications will be due by this Friday, October 20 at 3:00 pm. If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Dagley at jdagley@chsd.us

7/8 Volleyball:

Monday 10/16 @ Tri County - 4:00pm - Bus Departs at 2:00pm

Thursday 10/19 @ Home - 4:00pm

*8th Grade only, Saturday 10/21 @ Central Montcalm - 9:00am

Mrs. Goodrich - 6th grade social studies teacher

"She makes learning fun!! The students love Mrs. Goodrich and it is because she keeps the students engaged and brings fun back into the classroom! We need to see more of this!!"

Mrs. Simon - 6th grade reading teacher

"She is an amazing teacher. She took the time to sit down with me and fill me in on how my child is doing in her class. Mrs. Simon told me great things and she made me feel welcome to reach out to her anytime if I have any questions or concerns."

Mr. Boyle - 5th grade history teacher

"Mr. Boyle and two of his children were at the 5-6th grade football game in Newaygo this past weekend! His young son told my husband that his dad wanted to support his students. He drove all the way out there to cheer them on in the cold and rain. Thanks, Mr. Boyle. Your support for the students in and out of the classroom is seen and appreciated."

Let's show our Chippewa Hills Middle School Staff some appreciation! This form will be linked every week!

Staff Shout-Out Form

10/23/23 - Early Release Day for students / Afternoon Professional Development for Staff

11/9/23 - Picture Retakes

Chippewa Hills is once again proud to offer FREE breakfast and lunch to ALL students for the 2023-2024 school year!

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

The monthly lunch menu can be viewed HERE.

October 9th - October 13th, 2023

October 2nd - October 6th, 2023

September 25th - 29th, 2023

September 18th - 22nd, 2023

September 11th - 15th, 2023

September 5th - 8th, 2023