📣 School Meal Funding Update for 2025-26
This past school year, the State of Michigan provided funding for free meals for all students. The School Aid Budget for the upcoming 2025-26 school year has not yet been finalized and it’s unclear if this funding will continue.
This means there is a possibility that school meals may no longer be free for everyone.
To prepare for any outcome, we’re asking ALL Warrior families to complete the Child Nutrition and Education Benefit Application. This quick, confidential form helps determine if your child qualifies for free or reduced-priced meals. It also ensures our school receives important state and federal funding tied to this application.
A green paper copy was included with your registration paperwork or you can download a copy on our website here: https://aptg.co/z4Xjx_. Completed forms can be turned in to your school office with your registration paperwork.
Filling out this one simple form has a big impact for your family and our entire Warrior community.
Thank you for your help, Warriors.
This past school year, the State of Michigan provided funding for free meals for all students. The School Aid Budget for the upcoming 2025-26 school year has not yet been finalized and it’s unclear if this funding will continue.
This means there is a possibility that school meals may no longer be free for everyone.
To prepare for any outcome, we’re asking ALL Warrior families to complete the Child Nutrition and Education Benefit Application. This quick, confidential form helps determine if your child qualifies for free or reduced-priced meals. It also ensures our school receives important state and federal funding tied to this application.
A green paper copy was included with your registration paperwork or you can download a copy on our website here: https://aptg.co/z4Xjx_. Completed forms can be turned in to your school office with your registration paperwork.
Filling out this one simple form has a big impact for your family and our entire Warrior community.
Thank you for your help, Warriors.
Just a reminder that our Mosaic School Registration is coming up on Monday, August 11. Registration will be in the High School Media Center from 3-6 PM. Looking forward to seeing you!
It's Meet Up and Eat Up day!
Grab a week's worth of food for your kids! We'll be distributing food bags from 11-1 at all three of our Elementary Schools and from 4-6 behind the Middle School!
Grab a week's worth of food for your kids! We'll be distributing food bags from 11-1 at all three of our Elementary Schools and from 4-6 behind the Middle School!
Save the date for our upcoming Back to School Open Houses!
🔹 Our Elementary School Open Houses will all be on Monday, August 18 from 5-6 PM
🔹 The Middle School Open House for students in 6-8th grades will be on Monday, August 18 from 5-7 PM
🔹 Our High School Open House will be on Tuesday, August 19 from 5-7 PM, with Freshman & New Student Orientation starting at 6 PM in the Auditorium
🔹 The Middle School’s 5th Grade Orientation will be on Tuesday, August 19 from 6-7:30
School starts on Wednesday, August 20. Looking forward to another great year, Warriors!
🔹 Our Elementary School Open Houses will all be on Monday, August 18 from 5-6 PM
🔹 The Middle School Open House for students in 6-8th grades will be on Monday, August 18 from 5-7 PM
🔹 Our High School Open House will be on Tuesday, August 19 from 5-7 PM, with Freshman & New Student Orientation starting at 6 PM in the Auditorium
🔹 The Middle School’s 5th Grade Orientation will be on Tuesday, August 19 from 6-7:30
School starts on Wednesday, August 20. Looking forward to another great year, Warriors!
🚨 Update Your CHSD App Today! 🚨
A new update to the CHSD App just dropped! It has an easier layout for navigation and several great new features are on the way for Back to School!
Haven’t opened the app in a while? You’ll need to do the following so you don’t miss important announcements about the start of the year:
✅ Complete the update
✅ Log back into Rooms
✅ Stay connected
Don’t have the CHSD App yet? Download it for free on the App Store or Google Play—just search “CHSD” and stay in the loop all year long!
A new update to the CHSD App just dropped! It has an easier layout for navigation and several great new features are on the way for Back to School!
Haven’t opened the app in a while? You’ll need to do the following so you don’t miss important announcements about the start of the year:
✅ Complete the update
✅ Log back into Rooms
✅ Stay connected
Don’t have the CHSD App yet? Download it for free on the App Store or Google Play—just search “CHSD” and stay in the loop all year long!
It’s time for High School Registration!
- Tuesday, August 5: Registration & Pictures for Juniors & Seniors, 12-6 PM
- Wednesday, August 6: Registration & Pictures for Freshmen & Sophomores, 12-6 PM
- Thursday, August 7: Registration & Pictures makeup day for all students, 12-6 PM
- Monday, August 11: Mosaic School Registration, 3-6 PM in the High School Media Center
Registration packets were mailed out today, so keep an eye on your mailboxes for them to arrive soon!
Picture forms will be mailed directly to students’ homes from Geskus Photography. Be on the lookout for those as well!
- Tuesday, August 5: Registration & Pictures for Juniors & Seniors, 12-6 PM
- Wednesday, August 6: Registration & Pictures for Freshmen & Sophomores, 12-6 PM
- Thursday, August 7: Registration & Pictures makeup day for all students, 12-6 PM
- Monday, August 11: Mosaic School Registration, 3-6 PM in the High School Media Center
Registration packets were mailed out today, so keep an eye on your mailboxes for them to arrive soon!
Picture forms will be mailed directly to students’ homes from Geskus Photography. Be on the lookout for those as well!
REMINDER: Extended Hours at the Chippewa Hills Wellness Center!
Need a sports physical or a Kindergarten well appraisal? We've got you covered!
The Wellness Center will be open with extended hours next week — Monday, July 28 through Wednesday, July 30 — with appointments available until 6:00–7:00 PM.
These appointments are filling fast, so please don’t wait until the last minute to schedule. Whether you're getting ready for fall sports or preparing your little one for Kindergarten, now’s the time!
Call today to make your appointment: 989-967-2290
Let’s keep our Warriors healthy and ready for a great year! ❤️💙
Need a sports physical or a Kindergarten well appraisal? We've got you covered!
The Wellness Center will be open with extended hours next week — Monday, July 28 through Wednesday, July 30 — with appointments available until 6:00–7:00 PM.
These appointments are filling fast, so please don’t wait until the last minute to schedule. Whether you're getting ready for fall sports or preparing your little one for Kindergarten, now’s the time!
Call today to make your appointment: 989-967-2290
Let’s keep our Warriors healthy and ready for a great year! ❤️💙
Meet Up and Eat Up is today!
Come grab a week's worth of food for your children!
Pick up from 11 AM - 1 PM at all three of our Elementary Schools in Barryton, Mecosta, and Weidman.
Pick up is also available from 4-6 PM behind the Middle School.
Looking forward to seeing you there!
Come grab a week's worth of food for your children!
Pick up from 11 AM - 1 PM at all three of our Elementary Schools in Barryton, Mecosta, and Weidman.
Pick up is also available from 4-6 PM behind the Middle School.
Looking forward to seeing you there!
Michelle Newman Named Superintendent of Chippewa Hills School District
At the July 14 Board of Education meeting, the Chippewa Hills Board of Education voted to officially name Michelle Newman as Superintendent of Chippewa Hills School District.
Ms. Newman has been serving as interim superintendent since May 2024, guiding the district through important transitions and challenges with steady leadership and a student-first vision. Prior to this role, she was the principal at Chippewa Hills High School, where she built strong relationships with students, staff, and families.
Board President Tony Gibson shared, “I’m thrilled that the Board of Education voted unanimously to name Michelle Newman as our district’s next superintendent. Michelle is an exceptional leader with a clear and inspiring vision for the future of our schools. I’m confident she will guide our district with integrity, dedication, and a deep commitment to student success.”
Ms. Newman expressed her gratitude for the opportunity, stating, “Truly, I am honored that the Board and the staff have put their trust in me for this role. As we move forward, I am excited to work with our entire community in supporting our students on their path to success.”
Please join us in congratulating Superintendent Michelle Newman as she begins this next chapter leading Chippewa Hills!
🍎 Meet Up and Eat Up Reminder!
Free meal pick-up is today from 11 AM–1 PM at Barryton, Mecosta, and Weidman Elementary schools. Evening pick-up is from 4–6 PM behind the Middle School.
No sign-up needed—stop by and grab meals for your kids!
Free meal pick-up is today from 11 AM–1 PM at Barryton, Mecosta, and Weidman Elementary schools. Evening pick-up is from 4–6 PM behind the Middle School.
No sign-up needed—stop by and grab meals for your kids!
🎻 #ThrowbackThursday | Celebrating Our Chippewa Hills Orchestra 🎻
Check out this photo from 1990 of our Chippewa Hills orchestra students practicing together!
For decades, our orchestra program has given Warriors the chance to learn strings, build teamwork, and create something truly beautiful.
While many schools in our area offer outstanding band and jazz programs, Chippewa Hills stands out as one of the only local districts with a dedicated orchestra program. It’s a rare opportunity—and it’s part of what makes our music program so special.
We’re proud to keep this tradition alive for new generations of Warriors!
🎶 Were you part of the Chippewa Hills orchestra, or do you have a favorite memory? Share it with us below!
Check out this photo from 1990 of our Chippewa Hills orchestra students practicing together!
For decades, our orchestra program has given Warriors the chance to learn strings, build teamwork, and create something truly beautiful.
While many schools in our area offer outstanding band and jazz programs, Chippewa Hills stands out as one of the only local districts with a dedicated orchestra program. It’s a rare opportunity—and it’s part of what makes our music program so special.
We’re proud to keep this tradition alive for new generations of Warriors!
🎶 Were you part of the Chippewa Hills orchestra, or do you have a favorite memory? Share it with us below!
Reminder: Meet Up and Eat Up pickup is today! Due to kitchen maintenance, the Mecosta Elementary food pickup will be held in front of the high school from 11 AM - 1 PM. All other pickup locations will remain the same!
11 AM - 1 PM: at Barryton Elementary and Weidman Elementary
4-6 PM: Behind the Middle School
Thank you for your understanding and flexibility! Let’s keep our kids nourished and ready for summer fun! 🌞
11 AM - 1 PM: at Barryton Elementary and Weidman Elementary
4-6 PM: Behind the Middle School
Thank you for your understanding and flexibility! Let’s keep our kids nourished and ready for summer fun! 🌞
🍎 Reminder: Meet Up and Eat Up is tomorrow! Free summer meals for all kids and teens 18 and under—no sign-up required!
Weekly pick-up schedule (Wednesday, 11 AM–1 PM):
- Barryton Elementary – normal location
- Weidman Elementary – normal location
⚠️ Mecosta Elementary families: Due to kitchen maintenance, this week’s pick-up will be in front of the High School from 11 AM–1 PM.
Evening pick-up (4–6 PM) at the Middle School Cafeteria
Thank you for your flexibility! Let’s keep our kids nourished and ready for summer fun! 🌞
Weekly pick-up schedule (Wednesday, 11 AM–1 PM):
- Barryton Elementary – normal location
- Weidman Elementary – normal location
⚠️ Mecosta Elementary families: Due to kitchen maintenance, this week’s pick-up will be in front of the High School from 11 AM–1 PM.
Evening pick-up (4–6 PM) at the Middle School Cafeteria
Thank you for your flexibility! Let’s keep our kids nourished and ready for summer fun! 🌞
☀️ Summer’s better with a full belly!
Free meals are ready to be picked up every Wednesday for any child or teen under 18.
🕚 11–1 at all 3 of our Elementary Buildings (Barryton, Mecosta, and Weidman)
🕓 4–6 at the Middle School
No sign-up needed—just swing by!
🥪 Meet Up and Eat Up Reminder!
Wednesdays are for meals... and a little extra fun! 😄 Our amazing staff are bringing the energy, smiles, and even costumes to make meal pickup something families look forward to every week.
Meet Up and Eat Up continues tomorrow! Visit any Elementary School from 11 AM – 1 PM or the Middle School from 4-6 PM to get a week’s worth of nutritious meals for your kids—completely free!
Come for the food, stay for the fun—you never know what our crew will come up with next! 🎉
🍓 Weekly reminder: Meet Up and Eat Up is tomorrow! 🥪
Stop by Wednesday to get free summer meals for your kids! We’ll be at all three of our Elementary Schools (Barryton, Mecosta, and Weidman) from 11 AM - 1 PM, and our Middle School from 4-6 PM!
🎉 Don’t forget! Free meals for kids and teens are available for pick-up TOMORROW at all 3 of our elementary schools from 11 AM – 1 PM and at the Middle School from 4–6 PM.
🍎 No registration required. Just sign in and pick up!
UPDATE for today’s Meet Up and Eat Up locations!
Our morning pickup sites will be at all three elementary buildings from 11 AM – 1 PM.
TODAY ONLY: Our evening pickup site will be at the High School Cafeteria from 4-6 PM. Starting next week, the evening pick-up location will move to the Middle School Cafeteria.
Reminder: Meet Up and Eat Up starts TOMORROW! Free summer meals for all kids 18 and under will be available for pickup at the following locations:
🍎 Elementary Schools (Barryton, Mecosta, and Weidman) from 11 AM – 1 PM
🍎 Secondary Complex from 4-6 PM. This week, food pickup will be at the High School cafeteria. Starting next week it will be at the Middle School cafeteria.
No sign up needed – just stop by!
📘 NEW: Summer Learning Tips!
Starting this week, we’re sharing one simple tip every Monday to help families keep learning alive all summer long.
No pressure. No worksheets. Just easy, fun ways to sneak a little learning into your everyday routines—whether you're at home, at the park, or on the go.
Because every bit of reading, exploring, or wondering helps our Warriors come back stronger in the fall.
Follow along each week right here, and feel free to share your own tips or photos in the comments—we love seeing our Warriors in action! ❤️💙
---
📚 Tip #1: Make daily reading a family habit—5 minutes is all it takes!
Reading together builds language, imagination, and connection. Whether it’s a bedtime story, a poem after dinner, or a recipe you’re trying out together—every word counts.
Short on time? Listen to an audiobook in the car or read signs as you drive. Little moments add up!
Need ideas? Check out these free and fun resources:
• Storyline Online – Celebrities read popular children’s books aloud: http://www.storylineonline.net
• Epic! – Thousands of kid-friendly books available online: https://www.getepic.com/sign-in
• PBS Kids Read-Alongs – Read along with favorite PBS characters: https://www.pbs.org/parents/read-along
📍 Local Libraries in our District:
• Barryton Public Library – Barryton: http://www.barrytonlibrary.com/
• Morton Township Library – Mecosta: https://www.morton.michlibrary.org/
• Sherman Township Library – Weidman: https://www.shermantwplib.com/
• Wheatland Township Library – Remus: https://www.remus.org/library
What’s your family reading this week? Drop your favorites in the comments!
