REMINDER: Monday, October 20 is an early release day. High School & Middle School students will be released at 12 PM. Elementary schools are released at 12:15 PM.
🏀 Chippewa Hills Youth Basketball Clinic 🏀
Our boys and girls basketball youth clinic is starting soon! The first session will be Saturday, November 1st in the Middle School Gym:
• 1st–3rd grade boys & girls: 9:00–10:15 AM
• 4th–6th grade boys & girls: 10:30–11:45 AM
Flyers were sent home a couple of weeks ago, but we’ve attached a copy here for your convenience.
Cost:
• $25 if paid before November 1st
• $30 at the door on November 1st
Payment:
• Mail to: High School Office, 3226 Arthur Road, Remus, MI 49340, Attention: Steve Darnell
• Boys checks: Chippewa Hills Boys Basketball
• Girls checks: Chippewa Hills Girls Basketball
We’ve had a great turnout the past three years and can’t wait to see your child on November 1st!
Our boys and girls basketball youth clinic is starting soon! The first session will be Saturday, November 1st in the Middle School Gym:
• 1st–3rd grade boys & girls: 9:00–10:15 AM
• 4th–6th grade boys & girls: 10:30–11:45 AM
Flyers were sent home a couple of weeks ago, but we’ve attached a copy here for your convenience.
Cost:
• $25 if paid before November 1st
• $30 at the door on November 1st
Payment:
• Mail to: High School Office, 3226 Arthur Road, Remus, MI 49340, Attention: Steve Darnell
• Boys checks: Chippewa Hills Boys Basketball
• Girls checks: Chippewa Hills Girls Basketball
We’ve had a great turnout the past three years and can’t wait to see your child on November 1st!
Picture Day is tomorrow!
Remember to send the photo form to school with your student. Can't wait to see all the smiles!
Remember to send the photo form to school with your student. Can't wait to see all the smiles!
🏫 What’s Happening with the Remus Building? 🏫
One of the most common questions we’ve heard is: “What’s happening with the Remus building?”
Back in March, we had to close the Remus building due to water and mold issues in the basement, making the building unsafe for use.
At that time, our Mosaic students transitioned to online learning. They’ve been doing wonderfully virtually, but our goal has always been to bring them back into the classroom. We are working on a new dedicated space for Mosaic students within the Middle School complex and anticipate welcoming them back to in-person learning after the winter break in January.
So, what’s next for the Remus building? The truth is, we don’t fully know yet. We’ve been in ongoing discussions with Wheatland Township to explore options, including the possibility of redeveloping the site to serve the community.
We are also working to salvage the gym portion of the building, if possible. These decisions are complex and will take time, so we don’t expect anything to be finalized until after Election Day.
We appreciate your patience as we continue these conversations and will share updates as soon as more information is available.
🎃 Join us for Chippewa Hills High School’s Annual Family Halloween Night! 👻
Hosted by our High School Student Council, this beloved community tradition is back on Saturday, October 25 from 4–6 PM!
Bring the whole family for an evening of trick-or-treating through the decorated hallways of the high school, play games, and enjoy a safe, family-friendly Halloween celebration.
And for those seeking a little more thrill… don’t miss our popular Haunted House Walk! 💀
This free event is open to all children in our community — we can’t wait to see your costumes and celebrate another spooktacular Halloween together! 🧡🦇
Hosted by our High School Student Council, this beloved community tradition is back on Saturday, October 25 from 4–6 PM!
Bring the whole family for an evening of trick-or-treating through the decorated hallways of the high school, play games, and enjoy a safe, family-friendly Halloween celebration.
And for those seeking a little more thrill… don’t miss our popular Haunted House Walk! 💀
This free event is open to all children in our community — we can’t wait to see your costumes and celebrate another spooktacular Halloween together! 🧡🦇
💻 Easier Online Access to Rooms! 💻
Parents, logging in to Rooms online just got simpler! Go to CHSD.us and click the blue “Login” button in the upper right corner.
On the login page, you can either:
• Sign in with Google or Microsoft for quick access
• Sign in with your email or cell phone number and password
What is Rooms?
Rooms is a secure portal (available in the CHSD app or online) where parents can:
• Receive class announcements and updates
• Communicate with teachers
• Stay connected with school news
Need to set up your Rooms account or having trouble logging in? Fill out this form and we’ll be happy to help: https://www.chsd.us/forms/chsd-app-rooms-request-form
Parents, logging in to Rooms online just got simpler! Go to CHSD.us and click the blue “Login” button in the upper right corner.
On the login page, you can either:
• Sign in with Google or Microsoft for quick access
• Sign in with your email or cell phone number and password
What is Rooms?
Rooms is a secure portal (available in the CHSD app or online) where parents can:
• Receive class announcements and updates
• Communicate with teachers
• Stay connected with school news
Need to set up your Rooms account or having trouble logging in? Fill out this form and we’ll be happy to help: https://www.chsd.us/forms/chsd-app-rooms-request-form
🚗📣 Support Chippewa Hills Cheer with a Test Drive! 📣🚗
Krapohl Ford of Mt. Pleasant is partnering with our Chippewa Hills Cheer program for a Ford Drive 4 UR Community event on Thursday, October 16, from 3:30–7:30 PM at Chippewa Hills High School.
For every test drive taken that evening, Ford will donate $30 to our Chippewa Hills Cheer program, up to $6,000. It’s a simple way to make a big impact—just stop by, take a quick drive, and know you’ve helped our athletes.
You can preregister for a test drive here https://d4urc.com/67MX9, or just show up the day of!
Bring your family and friends and join us in supporting our cheerleaders. We hope to see you there!
Krapohl Ford of Mt. Pleasant is partnering with our Chippewa Hills Cheer program for a Ford Drive 4 UR Community event on Thursday, October 16, from 3:30–7:30 PM at Chippewa Hills High School.
For every test drive taken that evening, Ford will donate $30 to our Chippewa Hills Cheer program, up to $6,000. It’s a simple way to make a big impact—just stop by, take a quick drive, and know you’ve helped our athletes.
You can preregister for a test drive here https://d4urc.com/67MX9, or just show up the day of!
Bring your family and friends and join us in supporting our cheerleaders. We hope to see you there!
🗨️ Have questions about the upcoming Bond Proposal? 💬
We want to hear from you! Chippewa Hills has opened a community form where you can submit questions about the bond that you’d like addressed: https://forms.gle/XipDck8zVWTmz35K7.
We’ll do our best to answer frequently asked questions on our website, Facebook page, and other district communications. You can also join us virtually or in person at our upcoming Bond Town Hall to hear answers live:
Bond Town Hall
Date: Tuesday, October 28
Time: 7:00 PM
Location: High School Media Center
This is a great opportunity to learn more about what the bond means for our students, staff, schools, and community, and to hear directly from the bond committee.
If your organization would like more information or would like a member of the bond committee to attend one of your upcoming meetings, please let us know by calling Central Office at 989-967-2000.
Your feedback helps ensure our Warrior community has clear, accurate information as we prepare for the future of our schools.
We want to hear from you! Chippewa Hills has opened a community form where you can submit questions about the bond that you’d like addressed: https://forms.gle/XipDck8zVWTmz35K7.
We’ll do our best to answer frequently asked questions on our website, Facebook page, and other district communications. You can also join us virtually or in person at our upcoming Bond Town Hall to hear answers live:
Bond Town Hall
Date: Tuesday, October 28
Time: 7:00 PM
Location: High School Media Center
This is a great opportunity to learn more about what the bond means for our students, staff, schools, and community, and to hear directly from the bond committee.
If your organization would like more information or would like a member of the bond committee to attend one of your upcoming meetings, please let us know by calling Central Office at 989-967-2000.
Your feedback helps ensure our Warrior community has clear, accurate information as we prepare for the future of our schools.
🎃 Mecosta Elementary Halloween Costume Exchange! 👻
Looking for a way to celebrate Halloween without breaking the bank? Mecosta Elementary is hosting a Halloween Costume Exchange for students!
Here’s how it works:
• Drop off gently used costumes at the school now through October 16 (during school hours, 8:00 AM–3:00 PM, or send with your child).
• Costumes will be distributed on October 17 to families who have signed up.
• Need a costume? Fill out the attached form with your child’s name, size, and type of costume and return it to the school office.
• Costumes are available for all students who need one—first come, first served while supplies last.
Let’s make Halloween fun for everyone! 🦇
Looking for a way to celebrate Halloween without breaking the bank? Mecosta Elementary is hosting a Halloween Costume Exchange for students!
Here’s how it works:
• Drop off gently used costumes at the school now through October 16 (during school hours, 8:00 AM–3:00 PM, or send with your child).
• Costumes will be distributed on October 17 to families who have signed up.
• Need a costume? Fill out the attached form with your child’s name, size, and type of costume and return it to the school office.
• Costumes are available for all students who need one—first come, first served while supplies last.
Let’s make Halloween fun for everyone! 🦇
🎉 Exciting News: Free Meals Continue for All Students! 🎉
We are thrilled to share that the Governor has signed the new Michigan state budget! This means free breakfast and lunch will continue for every student in Michigan for the 2025–26 school year, including all Chippewa Hills students.
This ensures that every student at our schools can enjoy healthy, nutritious meals every school day at no cost. We are grateful for this support, which helps our students stay energized, focused, and ready to learn. ❤️💙
If you have any questions about school meals, please contact your school office or visit the Food Service Department’s page on our website: https://www.chsd.us/page/food-service
We are thrilled to share that the Governor has signed the new Michigan state budget! This means free breakfast and lunch will continue for every student in Michigan for the 2025–26 school year, including all Chippewa Hills students.
This ensures that every student at our schools can enjoy healthy, nutritious meals every school day at no cost. We are grateful for this support, which helps our students stay energized, focused, and ready to learn. ❤️💙
If you have any questions about school meals, please contact your school office or visit the Food Service Department’s page on our website: https://www.chsd.us/page/food-service
🎗️ Warriors vs Cancer – Tomorrow Night! 🎗️
Tomorrow, join us at Warrior Stadium for a very special community cancer awareness night during our home varsity football game! All cancer warriors in our community – whether you are currently fighting or have overcome cancer – are invited to ring the victory bell during our halftime celebration.
Don’t miss this opportunity to honor loved ones and show your support. Sign up to participate here: https://forms.gle/NZJ2iC1PDADHLNxm8
Let’s come together as Warrior Nation to celebrate strength, courage, and hope!
Tomorrow, join us at Warrior Stadium for a very special community cancer awareness night during our home varsity football game! All cancer warriors in our community – whether you are currently fighting or have overcome cancer – are invited to ring the victory bell during our halftime celebration.
Don’t miss this opportunity to honor loved ones and show your support. Sign up to participate here: https://forms.gle/NZJ2iC1PDADHLNxm8
Let’s come together as Warrior Nation to celebrate strength, courage, and hope!
📸 Picture Day is Coming! 📸
Mecosta Elementary students will have their school pictures taken on Thursday, October 16. Picture forms will be sent home with students this week. Get ready to smile!
Mecosta Elementary students will have their school pictures taken on Thursday, October 16. Picture forms will be sent home with students this week. Get ready to smile!
📢 Update on School Meals
The state budget has not yet been finalized. While we wait for a decision, all students will continue to receive free breakfast and lunch.
We will share updates as soon as we know more. Thank you for your patience and understanding!
The state budget has not yet been finalized. While we wait for a decision, all students will continue to receive free breakfast and lunch.
We will share updates as soon as we know more. Thank you for your patience and understanding!
🏀 Why an Auxiliary Gym Matters 🏋️♂️
We've heard lots of questions about the need for an auxiliary gym. If you've spent time around our high school and middle school athletics programs—especially in winter—you know our teams often start practice in the early morning and finish as late as 9 PM. Our cheer teams even have to use the cafeteria for practice space. Simply put, we don’t have enough gym space to meet every team’s needs.
In this short video, Bond Co-Chair Larry Jose explains why an auxiliary gym with a walking track and dedicated wrestling room is such an important part of the 2025 bond proposal.
https://youtu.be/8tACm5lErhc
We've heard lots of questions about the need for an auxiliary gym. If you've spent time around our high school and middle school athletics programs—especially in winter—you know our teams often start practice in the early morning and finish as late as 9 PM. Our cheer teams even have to use the cafeteria for practice space. Simply put, we don’t have enough gym space to meet every team’s needs.
In this short video, Bond Co-Chair Larry Jose explains why an auxiliary gym with a walking track and dedicated wrestling room is such an important part of the 2025 bond proposal.
https://youtu.be/8tACm5lErhc
🎗️ Warriors vs Cancer – This Friday! 🎗️
Join us for a special community cancer awareness night during our home varsity football game on Friday, October 3!
All cancer warriors – those who are fighting or have fought cancer – are invited to ring the victory bell during a special halftime celebration in honor of your strength and courage.
Our students will also be creating luminaries to honor loved ones affected by cancer. These will be displayed around the track throughout the evening.
If you would like to ring the victory bell or have a luminary dedicated to a loved one, please fill out this form: https://forms.gle/NZJ2iC1PDADHLNxm8
Warrior Nation, come out and celebrate, honor, and support all those impacted by cancer in our community!
Join us for a special community cancer awareness night during our home varsity football game on Friday, October 3!
All cancer warriors – those who are fighting or have fought cancer – are invited to ring the victory bell during a special halftime celebration in honor of your strength and courage.
Our students will also be creating luminaries to honor loved ones affected by cancer. These will be displayed around the track throughout the evening.
If you would like to ring the victory bell or have a luminary dedicated to a loved one, please fill out this form: https://forms.gle/NZJ2iC1PDADHLNxm8
Warrior Nation, come out and celebrate, honor, and support all those impacted by cancer in our community!
🏈✨ It’s Homecoming Game Day, Warrior Nation! ✨🏈
The Warriors take on Grant tonight at 7:00 PM at Warrior Stadium – and we’ve got a full day of fun leading up to kickoff!
👟 Game Ball Relay – Our Varsity Cross Country Team is carrying tonight’s game ball over 50 miles through the entire district today! They start at Weidman Elementary and will visit every building before finishing at the Middle & High School Complex just before 3:00 PM. Follow their journey on the Chippewa Hills XC/ Track & Field Facebook page or live here: https://bluelane.io/SsllI4. Be sure to cheer them on if you see them running!
💪 Senior Football Player Visits – Our senior football players will also be visiting every school in the district today to pump up our Warriors and spread that Homecoming spirit before tonight’s game!
🏈 At the Game Tonight:
🔹Halftime: Homecoming Ceremony
🔹 Sports Boosters: They're selling Fate’s famous cheese brats, Warrior gear, and Spirit Bags filled with glow wands + noise makers (thunder sticks, cowbells, clappers & more!)
🔹 The Corner Cup: Back with their delicious drinks – grab yours early, they always sell out fast!
It’s going to be an unforgettable night filled with Warrior Pride, school spirit, and community fun. 💙❤️
Happy Homecoming, Warrior Nation!
💡 Myth vs Fact: 2025 Bond Proposal 💡
We’ve heard some questions and concerns about the upcoming 2025 bond proposal, so we wanted to clear the air. Here’s a quick look at a few common myths—and the facts you need to know.
❌ Myth #1: This bond will raise my taxes.
✅ Fact: Not true! The bond is a zero mill increase, which means the tax rate will stay at 2.41 mills—still one of the lowest in the area. The way our current debt is structured allows us to address important facility needs without increasing your tax rate.
❌ Myth #2: Rising property values mean I’ll pay more.
✅ Fact: Property values are set by your local government, NOT the school district. While adjusted property values can change the dollar amount you pay per mill, the bond itself does not increase the tax rate.
❌ Myth #3: The district can use bond money for anything it wants.
✅ Fact: By law, bond funds must be used strictly for facilities and infrastructure, not for salaries or operating expenses. This includes:
• Renovating classrooms and updating HVAC systems
• Improving safety and security, like secure entrances, updated locks, and modern fire alarms
• Expanding gym and community spaces
We hope this clears up some of the confusion! The 2025 bond proposal is about making our schools safe, modern, and welcoming spaces for students while also providing community benefits.
Want to learn more? Check out our full breakdown of the bond and what it means for Chippewa Hills students and families here: https://www.chsd.us/page/2025-bond-proposal
We’ve heard some questions and concerns about the upcoming 2025 bond proposal, so we wanted to clear the air. Here’s a quick look at a few common myths—and the facts you need to know.
❌ Myth #1: This bond will raise my taxes.
✅ Fact: Not true! The bond is a zero mill increase, which means the tax rate will stay at 2.41 mills—still one of the lowest in the area. The way our current debt is structured allows us to address important facility needs without increasing your tax rate.
❌ Myth #2: Rising property values mean I’ll pay more.
✅ Fact: Property values are set by your local government, NOT the school district. While adjusted property values can change the dollar amount you pay per mill, the bond itself does not increase the tax rate.
❌ Myth #3: The district can use bond money for anything it wants.
✅ Fact: By law, bond funds must be used strictly for facilities and infrastructure, not for salaries or operating expenses. This includes:
• Renovating classrooms and updating HVAC systems
• Improving safety and security, like secure entrances, updated locks, and modern fire alarms
• Expanding gym and community spaces
We hope this clears up some of the confusion! The 2025 bond proposal is about making our schools safe, modern, and welcoming spaces for students while also providing community benefits.
Want to learn more? Check out our full breakdown of the bond and what it means for Chippewa Hills students and families here: https://www.chsd.us/page/2025-bond-proposal
🌟 Warriors vs Cancer: A Night of Awareness & Celebration 🌟
Please join us on Friday, October 3 at our home varsity football game for Warriors vs Cancer, a special community event honoring all those affected by cancer. 🎗️
🔔 Halftime Celebration: All cancer warriors—those who have fought and those still fighting—are invited to ring the Warrior Victory Bell during halftime as a symbol of strength and hope.
🕯️ Luminaries: Dedicate a luminary in honor of loved ones touched by cancer. These will be displayed along the track throughout the evening, lighting the way with remembrance and support. We will have extra luminary bags available at the game if you would like to create one as well.
If you would like to ring the bell or dedicate a luminary, please fill out this form: https://forms.gle/NZJ2iC1PDADHLNxm8
Warrior Nation, let’s come together for this powerful evening to show support, celebrate courage, and honor every member of our community touched by cancer. ❤️💙
Please join us on Friday, October 3 at our home varsity football game for Warriors vs Cancer, a special community event honoring all those affected by cancer. 🎗️
🔔 Halftime Celebration: All cancer warriors—those who have fought and those still fighting—are invited to ring the Warrior Victory Bell during halftime as a symbol of strength and hope.
🕯️ Luminaries: Dedicate a luminary in honor of loved ones touched by cancer. These will be displayed along the track throughout the evening, lighting the way with remembrance and support. We will have extra luminary bags available at the game if you would like to create one as well.
If you would like to ring the bell or dedicate a luminary, please fill out this form: https://forms.gle/NZJ2iC1PDADHLNxm8
Warrior Nation, let’s come together for this powerful evening to show support, celebrate courage, and honor every member of our community touched by cancer. ❤️💙
🎉 Homecoming Parade Tonight! 🎉
Join us for the Chippewa Hills 2025 Homecoming Parade tonight at 6 PM at the Middle School & High School complex. The parade follows the loop around the campus.
Here are a few last-minute reminders to help ensure everything runs smoothly.
🚗 Parking & Drop Off Info:
- See the attached map for parade route and parking information.
- Please do not park in the Middle School lot as that is reserved for parade float line-up.
- If your student is walking in the parade, please drop them off in the High School upper lots and they can walk over to the Middle School lot.
- Parade parking is available in all other lots around campus, but please watch for “No Parking” signs along the parade route.
- Arrive early! Traffic often backs up at the corner of M-66 and Arthur Road, so please allow extra time.
🪑 Bring your lawn chairs, grab a good spot, and enjoy the parade!
🏈 After the parade, stick around for the High School’s PowderPuff football games at Warrior Stadium at 7 PM.
🍕 And come hungry! The Chippewa Hills Sports Boosters will have concessions open at 5 PM. They’ll pause during the parade and reopen afterwards for the PowderPuff games. This is a great chance to grab some dinner while enjoying the fun.
Let’s pack the campus with Warrior spirit tonight – see you soon! ❤️💙
Join us for the Chippewa Hills 2025 Homecoming Parade tonight at 6 PM at the Middle School & High School complex. The parade follows the loop around the campus.
Here are a few last-minute reminders to help ensure everything runs smoothly.
🚗 Parking & Drop Off Info:
- See the attached map for parade route and parking information.
- Please do not park in the Middle School lot as that is reserved for parade float line-up.
- If your student is walking in the parade, please drop them off in the High School upper lots and they can walk over to the Middle School lot.
- Parade parking is available in all other lots around campus, but please watch for “No Parking” signs along the parade route.
- Arrive early! Traffic often backs up at the corner of M-66 and Arthur Road, so please allow extra time.
🪑 Bring your lawn chairs, grab a good spot, and enjoy the parade!
🏈 After the parade, stick around for the High School’s PowderPuff football games at Warrior Stadium at 7 PM.
🍕 And come hungry! The Chippewa Hills Sports Boosters will have concessions open at 5 PM. They’ll pause during the parade and reopen afterwards for the PowderPuff games. This is a great chance to grab some dinner while enjoying the fun.
Let’s pack the campus with Warrior spirit tonight – see you soon! ❤️💙
💌 Mail Day in Mrs. Tice’s 2nd Grade Class! 💌
Each month, as part of a special classroom project, Mrs. Tice’s 2nd graders at Mecosta Elementary receive cards from their Community Buddies to encourage and inspire them. Last week was Mail Day, and the smiles said it all! Students couldn’t wait to open their envelopes and read the kind words written just for them.
We are so grateful for Mrs. Tice's thoughtful classroom tradition, which reminds students that they are supported, cared for, and celebrated by our amazing community. 💙❤️
Each month, as part of a special classroom project, Mrs. Tice’s 2nd graders at Mecosta Elementary receive cards from their Community Buddies to encourage and inspire them. Last week was Mail Day, and the smiles said it all! Students couldn’t wait to open their envelopes and read the kind words written just for them.
We are so grateful for Mrs. Tice's thoughtful classroom tradition, which reminds students that they are supported, cared for, and celebrated by our amazing community. 💙❤️
