9.6.24 High School Newsletter
High School Newsletter, Sept 6
Did you know? Our students' pass rate for AP exams is 14% higher than the state average and 16% higher than the global average!
In May 2024, 223 students took 354 exams across 15 subjects, with 82% of those exams earning scores of 3 or higher, qualifying for college credit at most universities. This is a 2% improvement from last year!
Way to go, Red Hawks!
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- CEDAR SPRINGS HIGH SCHOOL
- Event Code: FE258824
- Also Needed: PowerSchool Student ID
Our Fishing Club is making waves! With around 30 members, this enthusiastic group meets every Wednesday from 2:30 to 3 p.m. They participate in tournaments every weekend, exploring lakes near and far, including Little White Fish Lake and Muskellunge Lake. Their favorite catches are largemouth bass and smallmouth bass.
The club's best catch so far? A 4-pound smallmouth bass caught by Ben Twiss at Blue Lake! 🏆
New members are always welcome! If you’re interested in joining, please contact Mr. Vree for more information. Let’s go fishing! 🎣
Get ready for Homecoming!
Hallway decorating will take place on Sunday, September 15, from 1 to 5 p.m. Every student is invited to join in and show their class pride. This year's theme is Lost Civilizations:
- Seniors have Ancient Greece
- Juniors have Atlantis
- Sophomores have Vikings
- Freshmen have Ancient Egypt
Homecoming Dance Details
Tickets will be on sale during both lunches for $15.
Guests can purchase tickets from Wednesday, Aug. 28 to Friday, Sept. 13, and current CSHS students can buy tickets until Tuesday, Sept. 17.
All guests must complete the Guest Form by September 9.
The dance will be on Saturday, September 21, from 8 to 11 p.m. at the high school. Students must bring a photo ID, like a school ID or driver’s license, to enter the dance. Please be aware that bags will not be permitted, and all students will be screened with a metal detector.
Students can drop in for tutoring on any subject, with no sign-up needed! Study tables are available on Mondays and Wednesdays from 2:25 to 3:30 p.m. This is a great time to study, finish homework, or makeup tests and quizzes (if arranged with a teacher).
Transportation is available. Please email Ms. Schultz or Mrs. Covey if you need bus transportation.
Upcoming Dates and Locations:
Monday, Sept. 9 in 208 (Covey) (no tutoring 9/11 due to staff meeting)
Monday, Sept. 16 in 208 (Covey)
Wednesday, Sept. 18 in 302 (Schultz)
Did You Have Fun in the Sun?
Share your summer photos for this year's edition of The Hawk yearbook! Your pictures can include travel destinations, water sports, concerts, jobs, practices, or fun times with friends.
Please make sure all photos are school-appropriate and include the names of any Cedar Springs High School students in the pictures.
Please email your summer photos with CS students identified to HSYEARBOOK@CSREDHAWKS.ORG
- Mon, Sept 9, 2024 - Cornerstone University
- Wed, Sept 11, 2024 - Calvin University
- Thu, Sep 12, 2024 - Aquinas College
- Wed, Sep 18, 2024 - Western Michigan University and Grace Christian University
- Mon, Sep 23, 2024 - Lawrence Technological University
- Tue, Sep 24, 2024 - Davenport University
- Mon, Sep 30, 2024 - Grand Valley State University
- Wed, Oct 2, 2024 - Hope College
- Mon, Oct 21, 2024 - Saginaw Valley State University and Wayne State University
- Tue, Oct 22, 2024 - Oakland University
- Thu, Oct 24, 2024 - Kettering University
The Michigan Achievement Scholarship is designed to help students pursue their dreams, goals, and aspirations in the Mitten State! Graduating high school seniors are eligible to earn a skill certificate or degree at their local community college tuition-free just by filling out the new and simplified FAFSA.
Beginning Fall 2024, students from the Class of 2023 and beyond may be eligible for the Community College Guarantee, which includes:
- In-district tuition, contact hours, and mandatory fees.
- An additional $1,000 Michigan Achievement Bonus award for Pell-eligible students, which can be used toward additional college costs.
Join us for the FFA 2024 Homecoming Tailgate Dinner on Friday, September 20th, at the CSHS cafeteria! Enjoy a delicious meal of a pulled pork sandwich, baked beans, chips, potato salad, dessert, and a soda or bottled water. Meals are $12 each, and all proceeds benefit the Cedar Springs Red Hawk FFA group.
Tickets are available at the Cedar Springs Mill & Supply (112 W Beech St NE, Cedar Springs, MI 49319). You can choose to stay and eat or grab your meal to go! Come out and support our FFA students while enjoying a great meal!
Since starting the recycling program at CSHS, we have recycled over 20,000 pounds of scrap metal and raised about $2,000 for our program! If you have any scrap metal, please drop it off in the green bin located in the northeast corner of the high school parking lot. Remember, no trash, as the school gets charged for non-metal materials. Thank you for your support!
