Coloma Newsletter

Dear Coloma Families,

As September comes to a close, we hope your family has settled into the rhythm of the new school year. It has been a vibrant month of learning and fresh energy across all of our buildings, made possible by the hard work of our entire school community.

Fall athletics and marching band performances are officially underway! Thank you to everyone who packed the stands to cheer on our Comets this month. You can continue to support our student-athletes by viewing upcoming schedules and purchasing tickets on our website.

Looking ahead, Michigan’s Fall Student Count Day is Wednesday, October 7. Official attendance on this day directly determines state funding levels for our classroom materials, technology, support programs and facilities. Please ensure your child is present and on time on October 7, and continue to prioritize daily attendance throughout the year.

We will also be conducting upcoming NWEA MAP testing to measure student academic growth and tailor instruction to support your child’s individual needs. More details and specific testing dates will be shared directly by your child's school building soon—please help your student do their best by ensuring they get plenty of rest and arrive on time.

Throughout September, our schools began observing Hispanic Heritage Month (running through October 15) by highlighting the rich traditions, histories and contributions of Hispanic and Latino Americans. We also recognized Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. Our students' mental health remains a top priority, and our school counselors and social workers are always available to offer support and resources. To that end, we look forward to launching the Be a Buddy, Not a Bully initiative in October as part of National Bullying Prevention Month. We hope you will join us in taking the pledge.

Thank you 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!

Recess just got a major upgrade at Coloma Intermediate! Our basketball court is looking better than ever thanks to the repaved playground and freshly painted free throw lines at every hoop. The students were absolutely pumped to check out the new setup—rain or shine, get ready for some incredible games and serious fun on the court this year!

Our CJHS Students recently enjoyed a special visit from author Jonathan Rand, who shared insights on storytelling and taught our young writers how to create a "Spooky Lab" for brainstormed tales.

Every student was gifted a signed copy of his book, Sault Ste. Marie Sea Monsters (#18 in the Michigan Chillers series). Our classrooms are currently enjoying reading the book together, so don't forget to ask your student about the story at home!

When students eat a school lunch on these special days, they have the chance to score a delicious extra treat. All you have to do is grab a hot lunch—if your tray has the winning label stuck to the bottom, you win! Keep an eye on the menu board to see when the next Lucky Tray Day lands, and don't miss out on your chance to win big at cafeteria lunch.