🎤 Step Up to the Mic!
Students in our Middle School Digital Media class are turning the microphone over to their fellow Warriors!
In this edition of Step Up to the Mic, students were asked: “What’s your favorite thing about Chippewa Hills?” And we are LOVING their answers!
🎥 Great work, Warriors! We can’t wait to see who steps up to the mic next!
https://youtu.be/BLJW1o-PDyY
We remember.
Today, we pause to remember the lives lost on September 11, 2001, and honor the courage and sacrifice of the first responders and all those whose lives were forever changed.
Today, we pause to remember the lives lost on September 11, 2001, and honor the courage and sacrifice of the first responders and all those whose lives were forever changed.
✈️🌍 Warriors Worldwide: Summer 2028 Adventure Announced! 🌍✈️
Get ready, Warriors — our next international learning trip is set! In Summer 2028, Warriors Worldwide will be exploring France & Spain!!
This exciting travel program, led by two of our own CHHS teachers through EF Tours, is not a school-sponsored trip and is open to all CH middle school & high school students, parents, and community members.
To learn more about this exciting trip, please attend the informational meeting on Wednesday, September 23 at 6 PM in the High School LGI room.
If you or someone you know would love to be part of this unforgettable adventure, RSVP for the meeting here: 👉https://rsvp.eftours.com/kb58m3k.
If you can’t make the meeting in person, fill out the RSVP and we’ll email the trip information to you!
PRIZE DRAWINGS: Fill out the RSVP and attend the Sept. 23 Informational Meeting for a chance to win gift cards, travel goodies, and enrollment discounts!!!
Let’s take Warrior Pride worldwide!
Get ready, Warriors — our next international learning trip is set! In Summer 2028, Warriors Worldwide will be exploring France & Spain!!
This exciting travel program, led by two of our own CHHS teachers through EF Tours, is not a school-sponsored trip and is open to all CH middle school & high school students, parents, and community members.
To learn more about this exciting trip, please attend the informational meeting on Wednesday, September 23 at 6 PM in the High School LGI room.
If you or someone you know would love to be part of this unforgettable adventure, RSVP for the meeting here: 👉https://rsvp.eftours.com/kb58m3k.
If you can’t make the meeting in person, fill out the RSVP and we’ll email the trip information to you!
PRIZE DRAWINGS: Fill out the RSVP and attend the Sept. 23 Informational Meeting for a chance to win gift cards, travel goodies, and enrollment discounts!!!
Let’s take Warrior Pride worldwide!
🍂 The Fall 2026 edition of the Warrior Quarterly is here! 🍂
Catch up on what's happening across Chippewa Hills with updates from each of our schools, upcoming fall events, important district information, and details about Homecoming 2026!
🔗 Download the Fall 2026 Warrior Quarterly here: https://aptg.co/k4jC90
We hope you'll take a few minutes to explore this latest edition and stay connected with all that's happening at Chippewa Hills!
Catch up on what's happening across Chippewa Hills with updates from each of our schools, upcoming fall events, important district information, and details about Homecoming 2026!
🔗 Download the Fall 2026 Warrior Quarterly here: https://aptg.co/k4jC90
We hope you'll take a few minutes to explore this latest edition and stay connected with all that's happening at Chippewa Hills!
🎙️ Missed the first episode of Warrior Weekly this morning? Listen now!
In our first episode, Superintendent Michelle Newman, Assistant Superintendent Kyle Talicska, and Transportation Director Lisa Cole introduce listeners to Chippewa Hills — from the communities we serve and the size of our district to what it takes each day to transport students across 387 square miles.
▶️ Listen to the full episode here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jsYAtACRNS4
A special thank you to Joel Clayton for hosting Warrior Weekly and to this week’s sponsors, for helping make this weekly spotlight on Chippewa Hills possible:
• Finley’s Frozen Treats and More
• Fate’s Market
• Remus Repair
• Knot Just Hair Family Haircare and Tanning
• Love Your Skin Spa
• Canadian Lakes Pharmacy
• Graff Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Rockford
• The Massage Spot & Fitness Center
📻 And don’t forget to tune in to B103.9 Big Rapids every Wednesday at 8 AM for a new episode of Warrior Weekly!
In our first episode, Superintendent Michelle Newman, Assistant Superintendent Kyle Talicska, and Transportation Director Lisa Cole introduce listeners to Chippewa Hills — from the communities we serve and the size of our district to what it takes each day to transport students across 387 square miles.
▶️ Listen to the full episode here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jsYAtACRNS4
A special thank you to Joel Clayton for hosting Warrior Weekly and to this week’s sponsors, for helping make this weekly spotlight on Chippewa Hills possible:
• Finley’s Frozen Treats and More
• Fate’s Market
• Remus Repair
• Knot Just Hair Family Haircare and Tanning
• Love Your Skin Spa
• Canadian Lakes Pharmacy
• Graff Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Rockford
• The Massage Spot & Fitness Center
📻 And don’t forget to tune in to B103.9 Big Rapids every Wednesday at 8 AM for a new episode of Warrior Weekly!
🎙️ Introducing Warrior Weekly!
We’re excited to bring Chippewa Hills to the airwaves with Warrior Weekly, a brand-new radio segment airing every Wednesday at 8 AM on B103.9 Big Rapids!
Each week, we’ll share stories from across Chippewa Hills, highlighting our students, staff, programs, events, and all the great things happening in our schools.
Tune in tomorrow at 8 AM for our very first episode! We’ll kick things off with an introduction to Chippewa Hills, the communities we serve, and a look at just how large an area we cover — and what it takes to operate a district of this size.
We hope you’ll tune in and get to know Chippewa Hills a little better each week. Go Warriors! ❤️💙
We’re excited to bring Chippewa Hills to the airwaves with Warrior Weekly, a brand-new radio segment airing every Wednesday at 8 AM on B103.9 Big Rapids!
Each week, we’ll share stories from across Chippewa Hills, highlighting our students, staff, programs, events, and all the great things happening in our schools.
Tune in tomorrow at 8 AM for our very first episode! We’ll kick things off with an introduction to Chippewa Hills, the communities we serve, and a look at just how large an area we cover — and what it takes to operate a district of this size.
We hope you’ll tune in and get to know Chippewa Hills a little better each week. Go Warriors! ❤️💙
NO SCHOOL FRIDAY OR MONDAY
Just a reminder that there will be no school for students or staff on Friday, September 4 and Monday, September 7 for the Labor Day holiday.
Enjoy the long weekend, Warriors!
Just a reminder that there will be no school for students or staff on Friday, September 4 and Monday, September 7 for the Labor Day holiday.
Enjoy the long weekend, Warriors!
🏈 YOUTH NIGHT IS TONIGHT! 🏈
Join us tonight at 7 PM at Warrior Stadium as our Varsity Football team takes on Morley Stanwood!
Warrior youth athletes and elementary students are encouraged to wear their team jerseys or favorite Warriors gear and come cheer on the team.
Let’s fill the stands with Warrior pride! GO WARRIORS! ❤️💙
Join us tonight at 7 PM at Warrior Stadium as our Varsity Football team takes on Morley Stanwood!
Warrior youth athletes and elementary students are encouraged to wear their team jerseys or favorite Warriors gear and come cheer on the team.
Let’s fill the stands with Warrior pride! GO WARRIORS! ❤️💙
💙 Save the Date: Homecoming 2026! ❤️
Mark your calendars! Homecoming Week is September 28-October 3.
One tradition we’re especially excited to welcome back this year is the Homecoming Parade in the community! For the first time since before COVID, the parade will return to one of our Chippewa Hills towns, stepping off in Weidman this year.
Here’s a look at the Homecoming Week festivities:
Tuesday, September 29:
- High School Boys PowerPuff Volleyball Tournament, in the HS Gym following the home Varsity Volleyball game
Wednesday, September 30:
- Homecoming Parade, 6 PM in Weidman
- High School Girls PowderPuff Football Tournament, 8 PM in Warrior Stadium
Friday, October 2:
- Cross Country Game Ball Relay (all day across the district)
- Homecoming Football Game, 7 PM in Warrior Stadium
Saturday, October 3:
- High School Homecoming Dance, 6-10 PM in Middle School Cafeteria
We're looking forward to celebrating all the Homecoming fun with you, Warriors!
Mark your calendars! Homecoming Week is September 28-October 3.
One tradition we’re especially excited to welcome back this year is the Homecoming Parade in the community! For the first time since before COVID, the parade will return to one of our Chippewa Hills towns, stepping off in Weidman this year.
Here’s a look at the Homecoming Week festivities:
Tuesday, September 29:
- High School Boys PowerPuff Volleyball Tournament, in the HS Gym following the home Varsity Volleyball game
Wednesday, September 30:
- Homecoming Parade, 6 PM in Weidman
- High School Girls PowderPuff Football Tournament, 8 PM in Warrior Stadium
Friday, October 2:
- Cross Country Game Ball Relay (all day across the district)
- Homecoming Football Game, 7 PM in Warrior Stadium
Saturday, October 3:
- High School Homecoming Dance, 6-10 PM in Middle School Cafeteria
We're looking forward to celebrating all the Homecoming fun with you, Warriors!
Good evening, Warrior families. Please see the attached letter from Superintendent Michelle Newman regarding the excessive heat expected again tomorrow, Wednesday, September 2.
We appreciate your patience and understanding as we navigate these unusually warm days in our buildings.
We appreciate your patience and understanding as we navigate these unusually warm days in our buildings.
🎉 Welcome to the Warrior Family, Nolan Smith!
We’re excited to welcome Nolan Smith as our new Athletic Director!
Originally from Hopkins, Michigan, Nolan attended Concordia University Ann Arbor, where he played and later coached football while earning his degree in Sports Management. He continued his career in collegiate athletics at Grand Valley State University, working in game operations and athletic facility management, and at the University of Detroit Mercy as an Athletic Operations Assistant.
As he begins his new role at Chippewa Hills, Nolan says he is looking forward to becoming part of the community and creating a positive experience for our Warrior student-athletes and coaches.
Outside of athletics, Nolan enjoys golfing, hunting, and spending time with family and friends.
Please join us in welcoming Nolan to Chippewa Hills!
We’re excited to welcome Nolan Smith as our new Athletic Director!
Originally from Hopkins, Michigan, Nolan attended Concordia University Ann Arbor, where he played and later coached football while earning his degree in Sports Management. He continued his career in collegiate athletics at Grand Valley State University, working in game operations and athletic facility management, and at the University of Detroit Mercy as an Athletic Operations Assistant.
As he begins his new role at Chippewa Hills, Nolan says he is looking forward to becoming part of the community and creating a positive experience for our Warrior student-athletes and coaches.
Outside of athletics, Nolan enjoys golfing, hunting, and spending time with family and friends.
Please join us in welcoming Nolan to Chippewa Hills!
📣 WE’RE HIRING: Part-time High School Math Teacher
Chippewa Hills School District is looking for a part-time Math Teacher to join our High School team!
If you’re passionate about helping students build confidence and succeed in math, we’d love to hear from you.
Learn more about the position and apply today: https://www.chsd.us/o/chsd/page/employment
Come join the Warrior team! ❤️💙
Chippewa Hills School District is looking for a part-time Math Teacher to join our High School team!
If you’re passionate about helping students build confidence and succeed in math, we’d love to hear from you.
Learn more about the position and apply today: https://www.chsd.us/o/chsd/page/employment
Come join the Warrior team! ❤️💙
✨ Friday Night Lights ✨
Mark your calendars for these upcoming special events at our Varsity Football games:
🏈 Sept 3 – Youth Night
🏈 Oct 2 - Homecoming
🏈 Oct 9 – Warriors vs Cancer
🏈 Oct 16 – Senior Night
The fun starts this Thursday with Youth Night! All Warrior youth athletes and elementary students are encouraged to wear their jerseys or Warriors gear and show off their Warrior pride!
Let’s pack the stands with the next generation of Warriors! 🙌
Mark your calendars for these upcoming special events at our Varsity Football games:
🏈 Sept 3 – Youth Night
🏈 Oct 2 - Homecoming
🏈 Oct 9 – Warriors vs Cancer
🏈 Oct 16 – Senior Night
The fun starts this Thursday with Youth Night! All Warrior youth athletes and elementary students are encouraged to wear their jerseys or Warriors gear and show off their Warrior pride!
Let’s pack the stands with the next generation of Warriors! 🙌
📅 NO SCHOOL FRIDAY
Just a reminder that there will be no school for students or staff on Friday, August 28.
Enjoy the long weekend, Warriors! ❤️💙
Just a reminder that there will be no school for students or staff on Friday, August 28.
Enjoy the long weekend, Warriors! ❤️💙
📱 Stay Connected with Chippewa Hills!
Wondering where to find district information or how you’ll hear from us throughout the school year?
Our How We Communicate guide provides a quick overview of the many ways Chippewa Hills shares information with our families and community, including our district website, CHSD App & Rooms, Facebook pages, text alerts, email and phone calls.
Take a look and make sure you know where to find the information you need throughout the school year!
Families, please also make sure your contact information is up-to-date with your child’s school so you don’t miss important announcements, alerts or updates.
Wondering where to find district information or how you’ll hear from us throughout the school year?
Our How We Communicate guide provides a quick overview of the many ways Chippewa Hills shares information with our families and community, including our district website, CHSD App & Rooms, Facebook pages, text alerts, email and phone calls.
Take a look and make sure you know where to find the information you need throughout the school year!
Families, please also make sure your contact information is up-to-date with your child’s school so you don’t miss important announcements, alerts or updates.
📅 Keep the 2026–27 District Calendar Handy!
If you haven’t already saved a copy of this year’s district calendar, now is a great time!
The 2026–27 Chippewa Hills School District Calendar includes important dates like school breaks, holidays, half days, and more.
🔗 View or download the calendar here: https://www.chsd.us/page/calendar
Save it to your phone, bookmark it, or print a copy for the fridge so those important dates are always easy to find!
If you haven’t already saved a copy of this year’s district calendar, now is a great time!
The 2026–27 Chippewa Hills School District Calendar includes important dates like school breaks, holidays, half days, and more.
🔗 View or download the calendar here: https://www.chsd.us/page/calendar
Save it to your phone, bookmark it, or print a copy for the fridge so those important dates are always easy to find!
🎉 Welcome to the Warrior Family, Trent Cole!
We’re excited to welcome Trent Cole as our new Technician with the Chippewa Hills Technology Department!
Trent attended Central Michigan University and is currently finishing his final credits toward a bachelor’s degree in Information Technology while also completing a Cybersecurity Certificate. Before joining Chippewa Hills, Trent worked with CMU’s Academic Research and Computing (ARC) team, providing technology support across the College of Education and Human Services and the College of Arts and Media.
Trent says he is looking forward to meeting our staff, becoming part of the Warrior community, and continuing to grow his knowledge and experience in the technology field.
Outside of work, Trent enjoys golfing, 3D printing, fishing, hunting, and spending time with his golden retriever, Ella. 🐶
Please join us in giving Trent a warm Warrior welcome! ❤️💙
We’re excited to welcome Trent Cole as our new Technician with the Chippewa Hills Technology Department!
Trent attended Central Michigan University and is currently finishing his final credits toward a bachelor’s degree in Information Technology while also completing a Cybersecurity Certificate. Before joining Chippewa Hills, Trent worked with CMU’s Academic Research and Computing (ARC) team, providing technology support across the College of Education and Human Services and the College of Arts and Media.
Trent says he is looking forward to meeting our staff, becoming part of the Warrior community, and continuing to grow his knowledge and experience in the technology field.
Outside of work, Trent enjoys golfing, 3D printing, fishing, hunting, and spending time with his golden retriever, Ella. 🐶
Please join us in giving Trent a warm Warrior welcome! ❤️💙
🎉 Welcome back, Warriors! 📚
The 2026–27 school year officially begins TODAY!
We’re excited to welcome our students back and kick off another great year at Chippewa Hills. Here’s to new beginnings, new opportunities, and a great year ahead!
Have an amazing first day!
❤️ We Are WARRIORS! 💙
The 2026–27 school year officially begins TODAY!
We’re excited to welcome our students back and kick off another great year at Chippewa Hills. Here’s to new beginnings, new opportunities, and a great year ahead!
Have an amazing first day!
❤️ We Are WARRIORS! 💙
🚌 Secondary Shuttle Bus Reminder
Need a ride to the Secondary Complex? Shuttle buses are available for students attending the Middle School, High School, and Mosaic who need transportation from one of our elementary schools.
Shuttle buses depart promptly at the following times:
🔹 Barryton Elementary: 7:40 AM
🔹 Mecosta Elementary: 7:40 AM
🔹 Weidman Elementary: 7:35 AM
⏰ Please plan to arrive at least 5 minutes early so students are ready to board before the bus departs.
Shuttle buses are also available in the afternoon to transport students back to the elementary schools.
Questions about transportation? Contact the CHSD Transportation Department at 989-967-3435.
Need a ride to the Secondary Complex? Shuttle buses are available for students attending the Middle School, High School, and Mosaic who need transportation from one of our elementary schools.
Shuttle buses depart promptly at the following times:
🔹 Barryton Elementary: 7:40 AM
🔹 Mecosta Elementary: 7:40 AM
🔹 Weidman Elementary: 7:35 AM
⏰ Please plan to arrive at least 5 minutes early so students are ready to board before the bus departs.
Shuttle buses are also available in the afternoon to transport students back to the elementary schools.
Questions about transportation? Contact the CHSD Transportation Department at 989-967-3435.
🏫 Open Houses are TONIGHT!
We’re excited to welcome our Warrior families back into our schools tonight as we get ready for the start of the 2026–27 school year!
🔹 Elementary Open Houses | 5–6 PM
🔹 Middle School Open House (Grades 6–8) | 5:30–7:30 PM
🔹 High School Open House | 5:30–7:30 PM
🔹 High School Freshman & New Student Orientation | 6–7 PM in the Auditorium
📝 Don’t forget your registration paperwork!
If you haven’t returned your student’s registration forms yet, you can bring them with you tonight and turn them in at your school office during Open House.
Come meet your teachers, visit classrooms, get familiar with your school, and help us kick off another great year at Chippewa Hills.
We can’t wait to see you tonight, Warriors! ❤️💙
We’re excited to welcome our Warrior families back into our schools tonight as we get ready for the start of the 2026–27 school year!
🔹 Elementary Open Houses | 5–6 PM
🔹 Middle School Open House (Grades 6–8) | 5:30–7:30 PM
🔹 High School Open House | 5:30–7:30 PM
🔹 High School Freshman & New Student Orientation | 6–7 PM in the Auditorium
📝 Don’t forget your registration paperwork!
If you haven’t returned your student’s registration forms yet, you can bring them with you tonight and turn them in at your school office during Open House.
Come meet your teachers, visit classrooms, get familiar with your school, and help us kick off another great year at Chippewa Hills.
We can’t wait to see you tonight, Warriors! ❤️💙
