CHMS Weekly Update

We are officially halfway through the school year!

5th graders will begin their 4th rotation class during 6th hour tomorrow. This should be listed in Skyward with an "R4" next to it.

Many students will also have a new WIN Time placement starting tomorrow with the same "R4" next to it. Some students' WIN Times have stayed the same based on their needs and the intervention programs they are in. If you ever have questions about WIN Time or how students are placed, you can reach out to our Interventionist, Mrs. Dagley, at jdagley@chsd.us.

Checking Skyward

Checking Skyward regularly is a great way to stay on top of student grades, missing assignments, and attendance. If you are facing login issues using the Skyward mobile app, please click on ‘edit’ by your account, delete it, and re-add your account. There was an update to Skyward for the entire ISD, and, as a result, the mobile app needs to have the account added again. If you have any issues feel free to call the CHSD Technology office at 1-989-967-2050.

If you need help accessing Skyward for the first time, please contact the office by emailing Mrs. Recker at crecker@chsd.us or calling (989) 967-2200, and we can send you your information.

We know how disappointing it was that we were unable to attend the Hoops for Hunger event at CMU last week. To make up for that, we will be doing some activity time in the afternoon on Friday, January 23rd. Students who were eligible to attend the trip will be able to have some choice time in classrooms and some time to play in the gym and/or dance in the cafeteria. We know this isn't the same as attending a basketball game at CMU, but we hope students are able to have some fun and celebrate their accomplishments!

Check out some info from our CHMS Parent Club!

Our next meeting is this Tuesday, January 13th, at 6:30 at The Corner Cup!

Formal Dress Closet

Have any formal wear that you don't need anymore? We are starting a Formal Dress Closet for our middle school students!

Check out the latest edition of the Warrior Watch!

What are we learning this week?

5th Grade - Unit 1: Empathy & Skills for Learning

Lesson 3 - Being Assertive

Why This Lesson Matters: It is important for students to learn the differences between assertive, aggressive, and passive ways of communicating. Much of the violence that plagues schools begins with aggressive interactions. Aggressive communication causes problems with other students, school staff, and adults in the community. Students can reduce their involvement in aggressive and violent behaviors by using assertive communication skills to stand up for themselves and get a point across without disrespecting others.

Learning to be assertive also has value for students being bullied or otherwise mistreated by peers. These students can use assertiveness as a tool to stand up for their rights. Finally, students need assertiveness skills to get help in school and to communicate respectfully with adults across a variety of situations.

6th Grade - Unit 2: Developing a Positive Sense of Self

Lesson 10 - Making Decisions

In this week’s lesson, your child will learn how to use guiding principles when making a decision. This can help your child make decisions they feel good about.

Try this at home: Tell your child about a tough decision you’ve made. Share what you think about when you’re making decisions. Ask your child to describe a tough decision they’ve made.

7th Grade - Unit 2: Developing a Positive Sense of Self

Lesson 10 - Influences on Self-Concept

In this week’s lesson, your child will learn about factors that shape and influence self-concept, including less obvious factors, such as comparison with others, messages in media, and what they believe others think about them.

Try this at home: Tell your child about something that shapes or influences the way you see yourself. Ask them what shapes or influences their self-concept and which influences help them feel good about who they are.

8th Grade - Unit 2: Developing a Positive Sense of Self

Lesson 10 - How to Build Confidence 1

In this week’s lesson, your child will learn how to build confidence by preparing their physical and emotional state and by observing others.

Try this at home: Tell your child about a time when you watched someone do something and it helped you feel more confident. Ask your child to describe one of the confidence-building strategies they learned about.

January is School Board Appreciation Month, and we are proud to recognize and thank the dedicated members of the Chippewa Hills Board of Education.

Our Board of Education is made up of volunteers who generously give their time, energy, and leadership to serve our students, staff, families, and community. Their work often happens behind the scenes, but their impact is felt every day across our district.

Please join us in thanking our Board members for their commitment to Chippewa Hills:

~ Dr. Sherry Anderson

~ Amanda Cornell, Treasurer

~ Brenda Donley, Vice President

~ Julia Ezell, Secretary

~ Tony Gibson, President

~ Lionel MacKenzie

~ Brian Simon

Thank you for your dedication, thoughtful leadership, and continued service to our schools. We are grateful for all you do!

MS Cheer

Monday, January 12th - Away at Newaygo - 6:00 PM Start Time - Bus departs at 3:45 PM

WE NEED MORE SHOUT OUTS!

Let's show our Chippewa Hills Middle School Staff some appreciation! This form will be linked every week along with a couple shout-outs to recognize the amazing staff at CHMS!

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