1.17.25 High School Newsletter
High School Newsletter, Jan 17, 2025
Important Dates
Monday, January 20
Snowcoming guest Forms Due - No late forms will be accepted
Wednesday, January 22
Mandatory Early Middle College Informational Meeting for Freshman parents/students
6:30 p.m. in the Cafeteria
Tuesday, Jan 28
Red Hawks Rising: Welcome Event for the Class of 2029
The event begins at 6 p.m., doors at 5:30 p.m.
Wednesday, Jan. 29
College, Career, and Life Readiness Expo
Friday, Feb 7
Seal of Biliteracy Testing
Saturday, Feb. 8
Snowcoming Dance (Guest Forms Due on Monday, Jan 20)
'At-The-Ready' Counselor For Students
Did you know that in addition to Mrs. Paoni, who is available for students’ mental health needs, we have at least one additional “at-the-ready” counselor available every day to support students in crisis? We’re committed to ensuring our students have access to the care they need, when they need it.
Looking for a Book Recommendation?
Check out The Anxious Generation by Jonathan Haidt. This captivating read explores the impact of social media and cell phones on today’s youth and offers valuable insights for parents and educators.
Together, we’re here to support our students every step of the way!
Earn the Michigan Seal of Biliteracy!
We are excited to offer juniors and seniors the opportunity to earn the Michigan Seal of Biliteracy, recognizing proficiency in multiple languages. This prestigious achievement highlights global competence, enhances college and career opportunities, and reflects a commitment to cultural awareness.
STAMP 4S Test Details:
Date: Friday, February 7, 2025
Time: Starts at 7:40 a.m. and typically concludes by 4th hour
Cost: $25 (payment due by Thursday, January 30, 2025)
The test evaluates speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills, providing a comprehensive assessment of language proficiency. Juniors are encouraged to participate to better understand their proficiency and prepare for senior year.
If interested, please discuss this opportunity with your family and register using THIS FORM. Payments can be submitted to Academic Services or made online.
Don’t miss this chance to showcase your multilingual skills and earn this valuable recognition!
Mandatory Early Middle College Meeting (Freshman)
Join our counselors on Wednesday, January 22, 2025, at 6:30 p.m. in the High School Cafeteria for the mandatory meeting for potential Cohort 12 Early Middle College (EMC) students.
This meeting will explain the differences between Early Middle College (EMC), Dual Enrollment (DE), and Advanced Placement (AP) credit opportunities. To be eligible to apply for the EMC program, students must be a current freshmen with a 2.0 GPA or higher.
We look forward to seeing you there!
Fall 2024 Cedar Springs High School Art Show!
The Fall 2024 Cedar Springs High School Art Show is now LIVE! Each artist has selected their favorite piece from this semester to showcase, highlighting the incredible creativity, talent, and hard work of our students.
When voting, please enter the entry number only (not the title) to simplify the tallying process. Votes can be changed at any time.
SNOW Much Fun? Share Your Winter Memories with Yearbook!
Are you having SNOW much fun this winter? Send your winter photos to hsyearbook@csredhawks.org for a chance to be featured in the yearbook! Photos could be snowboarding, skiing, ice skating, sledding, building snow people, making snow angels, snowmobiling, etc.
Please include the names of all CSHS students in the photo.
Third Annual College, Career, and Life Readiness Expo
Cedar Springs High School is excited to host our third annual College, Career, and Life Readiness Expo on Wednesday, January 29, in the High School Gymnasium.
Students in all grades will have a 30-minute time slot to explore and learn from various colleges, businesses, beauty schools, and military representatives stationed at tables throughout the gym. This event is designed to inspire students to pursue their post-secondary goals while building valuable connections within our community.
Our College, Career, and Life Readiness Expo will feature a wide variety of organizations, including CENTURY 21 Rockgate, the City of Cedar Springs, College for Creative Studies, Cornerstone University, CS Manufacturing Inc., CS Tool Engineering, Davenport University, Douglas J Aveda Institute, Empire Beauty School, Fresenius Medical Care, Grace Christian University, Grand Rapids Police Department, Grand Valley State University, Greenville Tool & Die, H&K Precision Machine, Hillard Electric, Hulst Jepsen Physical Therapy, J-Star Motion, Kuyper College, Life EMS Ambulance, Michigan Regional Council of Carpenters and Millwrights, Michigan State University Institute of Agricultural Technology, Montcalm Community College, Northwood University, Oakland University, Paul Mitchell the School Grand Rapids, Saginaw Valley State University, Siena Heights University, the U.S. Marine Corps, the University of Northwestern Ohio, and Verizon Frontline Crisis Response Team.
This incredible lineup offers students a chance to explore numerous post-secondary opportunities and career pathways!
Parents/Guardians: If you own or work for a business and would like to participate by running a table, please fill out this form to register your organization or company.
We look forward to seeing you there!
Bring a Guest to Snowcoming!
The guest form is now available if you're planning to bring a guest to the Snowcoming Dance on Saturday, February 8, from 7 to 10 p.m.
All forms must be submitted by Monday, January 20 at 2:30 p.m.
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. Teuissen if you need bus transportation.
Upcoming dates and locations:
- Monday, January 20 in 302 (Schultz)
- Wednesday, January 22 in 410 (Teunissen)
- Monday, January 27 in 302 (Schultz)
- Wednesday, January 29 in 410 (Teunissen)
Corewell Health Greenville Hospital Scholarship Application
Corewell Health is offering a $1,000 scholarship to one deserving Cedar Springs High School student planning to pursue a career in the health sciences field! Requirements:
- Minimum 3.0 GPA
- Submit your application to Mr. Silagi (electronically or in paper form) by March 11, 2025, to ensure it is processed and sent to our Corewell sponsor.
Don’t miss out on this amazing opportunity!
$5,000 Roger B. Chaffee Scholarship Opportunity!
The Roger B. Chaffee Scholarship Fund is offering a $5,000 scholarship to an outstanding senior from a Kent ISD high school who plans to pursue a college degree in engineering, mathematics, or sciences related to space technology!
Deadline:
Submit applications electronically to Mandylovell@kentisd.org by February 28, 2025, at 4:00 p.m.
Encourage eligible students to apply for this incredible opportunity!
Gerald R. Ford Presidential Foundation Writing Challenge
The Gerald R. Ford Presidential Foundation is now accepting submissions for the 2025 Student Writing Challenge! This contest offers a top prize of $2,500 and is open to all 9th-12th grade students.
Submission Deadline: March 14 by 5 p.m.
Learn More & Submit: geraldrfordfoundation.org/student-writing-challenge/
Don’t miss this amazing opportunity to showcase your writing skills and compete for a cash prize!
Virtual Financial Aid Webinars – Register Now!
Students and families interested in learning about financial aid basics are encouraged to register for a free virtual financial aid webinar presented by the MI Student Aid team.
📌 Topics Covered:
FAFSA application process
Federal and state financial aid programs
Scholarship search resources
Multiple dates and times are available, but space is limited. Register for one session only. All sessions are free and open to the public.
Closed captioning will be provided. If you need special accommodations, please contact mistudentaid@michigan.gov at least two business days before your selected webinar. Requests made after that may not be guaranteed, but every effort will be made to meet your needs.
Don’t miss this great opportunity to get informed and prepared for your future!
after that date cannot be guaranteed, but every effort will be made to provide the accommodation requested.
Class of 2025 Senior Newsletter Available Now!
The Class of 2025 Senior Newsletter was emailed out this week! You can access it anytime online by visiting this link or on our CSPS Senior Webpage.
Stay informed with the latest updates and important information for our seniors!