11.22.24 High School Newsletter
High School Newsletter, Nov 22
Important Dates
Nov 27-29
Thanksgiving Break -No School
District Offices Will Be Closed Nov 28 and 29
Tuesday, Dec. 3
ASVAB Testing
For Students Interested in Military Careers
Wednesday, Dec. 4
FAFSA Filing Frenzy
6-8 p.m. in the Front Four Classrooms
Dec. 11 and 12
Home for the Holiday Band and Choir Concert
7 p.m. in the High School Auditorium
Friday, Dec. 13
Half Day for Students
Thursday, Dec 18
Snacks with Simmons
5:30 p.m. in the Front Four Classrooms
Thursday, Dec. 19
National Honor Society Induction Ceremony
5:30 p.m. Pictures in the Cafeteria
6 p.m. Ceremony in the Auditorium
Dec 20-Jan 3
Winter Break - No School for Students
NMSQT Scores Are Now Available
Juniors and Sophomores who took the NMSQT on October 19th can now review their scores! Simply log in to your College Board Account to:
- View your score
- Compare scores
- Access targeted practice through Khan Academy
Juniors: We will review the Class of 2026 averages to help set goals for the SAT this spring.
If you have any questions or need assistance accessing your scores, feel free to reach out. Let’s keep working toward success this spring!
Capture the Memories - Order a 2024-2025 Yearbook Today!
Don’t miss your chance to own the 2024-2025 yearbook, filled with unforgettable moments from this school year! From special events to everyday highlights, the yearbook is the perfect way to remember it all.
- Price: $70 (Available until January 1, 2025)
- How to Order: Visit www.yearbookforever.com and secure your copy today!
Why Buy a Yearbook?
- Relive the school year’s biggest moments and milestones.
- Remember your friends, favorite teachers, and all the fun memories.
- It’s a keepsake you’ll treasure for years to come!
Order soon—prices will increase after January 1!
Meet Santa & Support our CSHS Leadership Red Hawks!
Join us for a festive evening on Tuesday, December 3, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. in the front foyer across from the auditorium during the home varsity boys' basketball game.
Here’s what’s in store for the evening:
Cookies and Juice 🍪
Photos with Santa 🎅 (plus a candy cane treat!)
Letter Writing to Santa ✉️
Ornament Making 🎨 (take your creation home!)
Cost: $5 per child or $20 per family. All proceeds will support the CSHS Leadership students as they fundraise for the state conference in February.
We can’t wait to see you there for this special holiday event!
Winter Wishes for Red Hawks – Bringing Joy to Our Students!
This holiday season, Cedar Springs Public Schools warmly invites you to be part of our beloved tradition: Winter Wishes for Red Hawks. Since 1995, this program has brought joy and comfort to students in our district, honoring the legacy of Sandy Samsel, who dedicated herself to making the holidays brighter for our Red Hawks.
How You Can Help:
Your generous donations ensure every Red Hawk receives a special gift this holiday season. There are several ways you can support this program:
Select an item from our wish list – find specific items that students need and will enjoy!
Make a donation – even a few dollars can make a big impact.
Choose from our giving tree – pick a tag and fulfill a student’s holiday wish.
Sponsor a student or family – provide direct support to make the holidays magical for our Cedar Springs families.
Every Gift Counts!
Whether big or small, every contribution helps us bring smiles to students’ faces and fill their hearts with warmth.
Join Study Table
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, Nov. 25 in 208 (Covey) (Thanksgiving break 11/27)
- Monday, December 2 in 208 (Covey)
- Wednesday, December 4 in 302 (Schultz)
Red Hawks Care
Red Hawks Care is our Employee School Assistance Program. The program is available to all students, staff, and their households for FREE. If you need support for any life concern, call today to utilize the FREE counseling sessions provided by Red Hawks Care School Assistant Program. Call 800.442.0809 and PRESS 1 to schedule an appointment.
Kent ISD Student Job Board
The Kent ISD Student Job Board is a FREE service connecting you with West Michigan's local employers. Students and recent graduates from all 20 Kent County school districts and KCTC are invited to check out these listings. The jobs are intended to be entry-level positions.
Lloyd F. Hutt Scholarship – Now Open for the Class of 2025!
The Lloyd F. Hutt Scholarship, honoring LMCU founder and teacher Lloyd F. Hutt, awards twenty (20) $2,000 scholarships to high school seniors each year. Since 1990, this program has granted over $580,000 to deserving students.
2025 Application Details:
Application Window: Oct. 1, 2024 – Jan. 8, 2025 (Submit by 11:59 p.m. on January 8)
Essay Topic: “What sort of legacy do you want to leave? What might that look like, and how will you live your life to make that legacy a reality?”
Visit LMCU’s website to review eligibility and formatting guidelines and apply.
FAFSA Filing Frenzy Party!
Join high school counselor Rebecca Kooi for a hands-on FAFSA Filing Party! She’ll guide families through the FAFSA application process to apply for student financial aid.
Watch for an RSVP email, and contact Rebecca Kooi with any questions. Don’t miss this opportunity to get personalized support for college financial aid!
📅 Wednesday, December 4, 2024
🕕 6-8 p.m.
📍 Cedar Springs High School – Front Four Classrooms
Senior Yearbook Information - Submissions Due Dec 2!
All senior yearbook information, including portrait requirements, senior quotes, extracurricular forms, and senior ads, is available on our Senior Website page. The deadline to submit senior portraits and quotes is DECEMBER 2, 2024.
Here is the link to the form for submitting your senior quotes and extracurriculars. Don’t miss out—submit your info on time!
Weekly Athletic Schedules
Scrap Metal Recycling Success!
Our latest Padnos bin collected an impressive 5,580 pounds of scrap metal, earning over $200 for student accounts!
Thank you to everyone who contributed to this effort. A fresh bin is now available in the NW corner of the high school parking lot and ready for even more donations. Let’s keep it going!