CHMS Weekly Update

The Homecoming Parade will take place on Wednesday, 9/24 at 6:00 PM and will take place around the secondary complex!

Our 8th grade Digital Media class has published their first edition of the Warrior Watch this year! Check it out below!

5th Grade - Unit 1: Growth Mindset & Goal Setting

Lesson 5 - Continuous Improvement

In this final lesson of the unit, your child will reflect on their goal-setting journey and create a unique symbol that represents what they’ve learned.

Try this at home: Ask your child to explain the phrase or symbol they created to represent their goal-setting journey. Share how setting goals has helped you grow personally or professionally and encourage them to keep setting goals in the future.

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 Obstacles

This week’s lesson will introduce your child to the If–Then Plan, a strategy for handling obstacles before they arise. They'll learn how anticipating challenges and planning a response can help them stay on track toward their goals.

Try this at home: Ask your child to explain what an If–Then Plan is. Work together to create an If–Then Plan for a challenge they might face at home or school.

8th Grade - Unit 1: Mindset & Goals

Lesson 5 - Strategies for Motivation

This week’s lesson will introduce strategies to help your child increase their motivation, especially for tasks they may not initially enjoy or find valuable.

Try this at home: Tell your child about a time when you found a way to make a boring or difficult task more enjoyable or meaningful. Ask them what strategies they might use to boost their motivation for something they don’t feel excited about.

Mark your calendars! Parent-Teacher Conferences are scheduled for Thursday, October 2nd from 3:30-6:30 PM. More details to come this week!

Are you a parent or community member who cares about student health and well-being? Here’s your chance to make a difference! Join the Wellness Center Community Advisory Council and provide input on the direction of our programs.

As a member, you’ll:

- Learn about the services and resources offered at the Wellness Center

- Hear about health education initiatives taking place in our schools

- Discover the work of our Youth Advisory Council and how students are shaping health programs

Next Meeting: Monday, Oct 6 at 3:15 PM in the High School Media Center.

Your participation matters! Not only is it required for our funding, but it’s also a great opportunity to help shape the resources your children rely on. If your family has used the Wellness Center, your voice is especially important.

Join us and help strengthen health and wellness for all Warriors!

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.

7th/8th Grade Volleyball

Tuesday, September 23rd - Home vs Newaygo - 4:00 PM Start Time - 7th grade first, 8th grade follows

Thursday, September 25th - Away at Big Rapids - 4:00 PM Start Time - Bus Departs at 3:00 PM - 7th grade first, 8th grade follows

Girls & Boys Cross Country

Tuesday, September 23rd - Away @ Kent City - 4:30 PM Start Time - Bus Departs at 3:00 PM

Mrs. Jackson - 7th Grade Math

"She is a great teacher. She is my favorite teacher, and she makes learning so much better."

Mrs. Compson - Counselor

"She has truly been a ray of sunshine this whole year so far. Whether it's for staff or students, she is positive, present and willing to help. It hasn't gone unnoticed by her coworkers or the students. We're so grateful for her presence! :)"

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!

Every student will enjoy free breakfast and lunch at school through September 30th, 2025. After September 30, the state legislature will determine whether funding for meals will continue.

To prepare for any outcome, we strongly urge families to complete and return the Child Nutrition and Benefits Application (linked below). This helps determine if your child qualifies for free or reduced-price meals and also provides important support for school funding.

Families are also encouraged to contact their legislators and share how important this program is for students.

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

The September breakfast and lunch calendars are attached below.

This November, Chippewa Hills voters will decide on a bond proposal that addresses some of our district’s most pressing needs. With nearly 1,800 students learning in buildings that range from modern spaces to schools built in the 1930s, it’s time to ensure our facilities reflect the needs of today’s learners and tomorrow’s opportunities.

The bond proposal focuses on three key areas:

Safety & Security – Updated entrances, secure learning spaces, and improved emergency systems.

Facility Upgrades – Repairing and modernizing aging buildings to provide safe, reliable learning spaces.

Community Space – Expanding gym space so students don’t have to practice late into the evening, while also creating facilities the whole community can use.

This is a responsible investment in our children, our schools, and the future of Chippewa Hills—without raising the current tax rate. The proposal maintains the levy at 2.41 mills, one of the lowest rates in the area.

Election Day is November 4.

Learn more about the bond and what it means for our students and community using the link below!

Thursday, October 2nd - Parent-Teacher Conferences, 3:30-6:30 PM

Friday, October 10th - 5th/6th Grade Activity Afternoon, 3:15-5:00 PM

Monday, October 20th - Early Release Day for students