CHMS Weekly Update

We had a great first three days of the 2025-2026 school year! At the beginning of the school year and at other points throughout the year, we focus on learning and reviewing the behavior and safety expectations around the building. Teachers explicitly go through the expectations in different areas and make sure that all students understand what is expected of them in those areas. Students and teachers did a great job with this last week and will continue the lessons this week. Keep it up Warriors!

On Friday last week, we had our PBIS (Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports) Kickoff Assembly! During this assembly, we introduced staff, reviewed our WARRIOR expectations, and explained our reward systems to acknowledge our students' positive behavior throughout the year. This year, we had a candy connection. Every student went home with a baggie containing the four different candies and a note about how each piece connects to one of our expectations.

At three points throughout the school year, all students take the NWEA for math and reading and the Acadience Reading test for a more diagnostic look into student reading abilities. Our 5th and 6th graders also take the Acadience Math test. Yes, this is a lot of testing, but it ensures that students receive the appropriate interventions and supports during throughout the year.

We will start our Fall testing this year with our 7th and 8th graders completing Gate 1 of the Acadience Reading assessment on Monday, August 25th. Check out the Fact Sheet linked below for more information about how the test is structured.

Fall testing will continue after Labor Day with 5th and 6th graders completing the Acadience Reading assessment on September 3rd and 4th respectively. Students will take the Reading NWEA on Tuesday, September 9th and the Math NWEA on Thursday, September 11th.

The Acadience Math assessment will be given to our 5th and 6th graders during math classes in the upcoming weeks as well.

It is very important that students do their best on these assessments. We use the data from these assessments to ensure that each student is receiving the interventions and supports that they need!

Check out the resources linked below for more information about the assessments students will take this year.

At Chippewa Hills Middle School, we believe every minute of the school day is an opportunity to connect, grow, and succeed. This year, we are excited to bring Homeroom back into our schedule and continue our focus on WIN Time (What I Need).

Homeroom
Homeroom will take place midday, around lunchtime. This provides a natural pause in the day for students to connect with a consistent teacher, build relationships, get organized, and go through our Social/Emotional Learning curriculum, Second Step. It’s also a chance to check in on progress, review upcoming events, and make sure students have what they need to finish the day successfully. We did not have Homeroom last year, and we heard from students and staff how much they valued it in the past, so we’re excited to welcome it back! This year, each grade level will also have its own 30-minute lunch period, giving students more space and time to enjoy their meal with friends.

WIN Time (What I Need)
WIN Time is a dedicated period where every student receives instruction tailored to their needs. Students are placed into either intervention or enrichment groups based on assessment data and teacher recommendations. Intervention groups focus on strengthening essential literacy or math skills to ensure students are meeting grade-level expectations. Enrichment groups provide opportunities to extend learning, tackle challenging projects, and explore new ideas. Groups are updated after new data is reviewed in order to keep instruction matched to students’ needs throughout the year.

By bringing back Homeroom and continuing a structured, data-driven WIN Time, we are creating a balanced schedule that fosters connection, growth, and success for all students. It’s going to be a great year!

The middle school doors open to students at 7:30 AM, and students should go down to the cafeteria if they arrive before 7:50 AM. Students who are dropped off in the car loop may use the Central Office entrance and then head down to the cafeteria from there. If they need to talk to someone in the office, or if parents/guardians need to come into the building, they should use the Middle School's main entrance. Remember, breakfast is free and encouraged for all students!

Our day ends at 3:00 PM. When students are dismissed from class, it is important that they grab their belongings and head out to their pick up location quickly. Our buses are on a tight schedule so they can get to the elementary buildings on time. For students who get picked up in our car loop, it is expected that they are picked up by 3:15 PM. Also, students who are picked up in our car loop should remain on the sidewalk in front of the building to wait for their ride. Students should NOT walk away from the building down toward Arthur Rd or M-66.

6th, 7th, and 8th graders can apply to be on our Student Council. Students can pick up an application on the Student Council Bulletin Board by Mrs. Dagley's room. Applications are due by September 4th and can be turned in to the office or Ms. Mundwiler in Room 302.

Student/Parent Handbooks were distributed at Open House and Orientation last week. It is linked below for anyone who missed it! Please take some time to read through it. If you have any questions, you can contact Mrs. Muscott at smuscott@chsd.us.

Please remember that students get in free to any athletic events at Chippewa Hills! However, middle school and elementary students must be accompanied by an adult. Additionally, students should not plan to stay after school for evening events as there is no supervision for them.

Students can show their school spirit every Friday by wearing their Warriors gear or school colors! Let’s fill the halls with Warrior pride every Friday!

Events will be listed here once they begin!

The Middle School has a Parent Club! Please go to their Facebook Page (linked below) and click "follow" to stay up-to-date on what they have going on and ways to volunteer!

Chippewa Hills is once again proud to offer FREE breakfast and lunch to ALL students for the 2025-2026 school year!

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

The August breakfast and lunch calendars are attached below.

Friday, August 29th - No School, Labor Day Weekend

Monday, September 1st - No School, Happy Labor Day!

Friday, September 12th - Picture Day during the school day. Forms will be sent home soon!