Last week we shared that all students would receive free breakfast and lunch for the full school year. We’ve since learned that this funding is currently only guaranteed through September 30, 2025.
Until then, every Warrior will enjoy free breakfast and lunch at school. 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 on our website here: https://aptg.co/z4Xjx_). 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.
Thank you for your understanding as we work to keep you updated with the most accurate information.
📚 Celebrating Geryl Lobert! 📚
Our high school Language Arts teacher, Geryl Lobert, is making waves in the world of education! In 2023, she received the Ray H. Lawson Award from the Michigan Council of Teachers of English.
This summer, Geryl was featured in an Educator Spotlight in the Language Arts Journal of Michigan. In the article, she shares her teaching journey, lessons learned over 24 years in the classroom, and advice for future educators.
Click the link to read the full spotlight and be inspired by her story!
🔗 https://www.chsd.us/article/2368422
Congratulations, Geryl!
Does your student know what it means to be a Warrior?
At Chippewa Hills, WARRIORS stands for:
✨ We
✨ Are
✨ Ready
✨ Respectful
✨ Interdependent
✨ Organized
✨ Responsible
✨ Students and Staff
Your students will hear it throughout the year—so ask them if they know what it means to be a Warrior! 💪
🚍 Daily Shuttle Bus Service 🚍
Did you know? We offer shuttle buses every day to help middle school and high school students get to and from the secondary site!
Please be ready at your stop by the following times if your student needs a ride:
• Barryton Elementary – 7:35 AM
• Mecosta Elementary – 7:35 AM
• Weidman Elementary – 7:30 AM
Shuttles run from each elementary school to the Middle School/High School in the morning and return students back to the elementary sites right after school each day.
⏰ Warriors—please arrive on time! The shuttles must leave promptly to keep everyone on schedule—especially once winter weather arrives.
Show your school spirit every Friday! Wear your Warriors gear or school colors and celebrate being part of our amazing Chippewa Hills community.
Let’s fill the halls with Warrior pride every Friday! ❤️💙
We’re excited to share that for the 2025–26 school year, every student will have the opportunity to enjoy free breakfast and lunch at school. This ensures all our Warriors are fueled for learning and success each day. ❤️💙
Let’s make this school year one to remember. We are proud, we are strong, we are WARRIORS!
Chippewa Hills is looking for a 5-hour PM Custodian to join our custodial crew at Weidman Elementary!
As a valued member of our team, you’ll help maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for students, staff, and visitors. This is a great opportunity to take pride in supporting our schools and community.
👉 Apply today and become part of the Warrior team: https://www.chsd.us/o/chsd/page/employment
School starts tomorrow — and we’re excited to kick off a brand-new year of learning and growth!
You can view and download the full 2025–26 District Calendar here: https://aptg.co/GRm5Dl
Here’s to a fantastic year ahead, Warriors! ❤️💙
Jennifer is our new 7th grade math teacher. She’s been teaching math for 3 years and is excited to join us at Chippewa Hills. Outside the classroom, she enjoys traveling to national parks, collecting plants, and adding to her tattoo collection. She especially loves spending time with her husband and daughter.
Welcome, Mrs. Jackson!
She’s a new teacher who completed her student teaching in Grand Rapids. When she’s not traveling or curled up with a good book, you can usually find her enjoying a movie night with her fiancé.
Welcome to Chippewa Hills, Miss O’Connell!
Join us in welcoming Miss Ella Kadets to the Warrior Family!
Ella is our new Band & Orchestra teacher at the Middle School & High School. She is a graduate from Western Michigan University and her main instrument is the flute. She’s a big Swiftie who loves traveling, animals, and the outdoors.
We’re excited to have you on board, Miss Kadets!
Welcome to Chippewa Hills, Mr. Healy!
Swipe through the Fall 2025 Warrior Quarterly right here to see what’s new for the school year! It includes updates from each school building, athletics, and district departments, plus important reminders to help our Warriors start the year strong.
Want the interactive version? Click the link below to download the full PDF version from our website — every link in the PDF is clickable so you can explore further!
🔗 https://aptg.co/F9QJx9
School starts next Wednesday, August 20— let’s make it a great year, Warriors!
This is her first year as a teacher, but she brings over three years of experience working with students as a paraprofessional in Grand Rapids. She loves spending time with family, going to the movie theater, cooking, and of course, jamming out to Taylor Swift!
Welcome to the Warrior family, Miss Drake!
She’s a graduate of Western Michigan University with degrees in Art Education and Trombone Performance. She loves reading, drawing, long walks, and spending time with her pets—dogs Charlie & Daisy and cat Neila. This summer, she even took up ice skating!
We’re glad you’re here, Ms. O’Connell!
He’s a history enthusiast who loves the outdoors, playing disc golf, fishing, and enjoying a good cup of coffee.
Welcome to the Warrior Family, Mr. McGirr!
A proud Chippewa Hills alum and CMU grad, she completed her student teaching right here at CH. She loves reading, crocheting, and spending time with family and friends.
Welcome back, Miss Young!
He completed his student teaching here last year and we’re glad to have him full time. He’s a Lions, Pistons, and Michigan fan who enjoys reading, nature walks, and time with his pets—dogs Unai & Pika and cat Polly.
Welcome back, Mr. Aisthorpe!
