2.2125 High School Newsletter

The Cedar Springs Fishing Club is making waves as our Club of the Month. Open to all high school students, this club is the perfect place to learn, fish, compete, and connect with others who share a passion for the sport.

Meetings: Thursdays | 2:30 - 3:30/4 p.m.
Location: Mr. Vree’s Room (#202)
Advisor Contact: steven.vree@csredhawks.org

Winter Meeting Topics:

• Seasonal and transitional patterns
• Map reading and lake break downs
• Weather impacts on fishing
• Tournament prep, etiquette, and tackle techniques
• Electronics 101: sonar, mapping, and more
• Marketing and sponsorships

Special Guests and Leadership Opportunities
This season, club meetings will feature Brandon Stanley, 2024 FLW & Bass Nation State Champion, who has designed an outstanding curriculum for our anglers.

A special shoutout to Ben Twiss for his leadership over the last two years—you have been a model Red Hawk. As Ben steps back, the club is looking for new student leaders to take on a larger role. Interested? See Mr. Vree.

Want to join? Attend a meeting. Fishing events off school grounds require parent permission and a waiver—see Mr. Vree for details.

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, February 24th in 302 (Schultz)

• Wednesday, February 26th in 410 (Teunissen)

• Monday, March 3rd in 302 (Schultz)

• Wednesday, March 5th in 410 (Teunissen)

Strawberry season is here! Order your fresh, hand-picked Florida strawberries online today (orders due by Feb 25)! These berries are packed with care and shipped directly to Michigan for the freshest flavor.

In addition to strawberries, FFA is also selling delicious jams and salsas! Every purchase supports the future of Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources Education at CSHS.

Orders will be ready for pickup the second week of March. Stay tuned to our FFA Facebook page for updates on pickup dates and times.

Thank you for your support!

Attention Cedar Springs seniors! Don't miss out on local scholarships designed specifically for you. Apply now to secure financial support for your education. A Cedar Springs or West Michigan senior will win these awards.

• Roger B. Chaffee Scholarship Fund - Due February 27 - Senior pursuing math, science, or engineering

• Corewell Health Scholarship - Due March 11 - Senior pursuing a career in the health sciences

• Cedar Springs Women’s Club Scholarship - Due March 15 - Female student

• 2025 BBB Trust Scholarship. - Due March 28 - All seniors

• Cossin Business Women’s Scholarship - Due March 30- Female senior pursuing a business degree

• Alexander Collins Memorial Scholarship - Due April 15 - All seniors

• Captain Robert H. Robertson Memorial Scholarship - Due April 24 - Senior pursuing Criminal Justice or Police Force

• Joel Stone Annual Scholarship - Due May 2 -Senior Student-Athlete

• Ian Carlson Athletic Scholarship - Due May 3- Senior Student-Athlete

• Rickerstrong Scholarship Award - Due May 8 - All seniors

• Max Wisner Scholar-Athlete Award Application - Due May 10 - Senior Student-Athlete

Help keep our community safe by becoming a SKYWARN Severe Weather Spotter! Attend a free training workshop on Thursday, March 20, 2025, from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM at Grand Rapids First (2100 44th St. SW, Wyoming, MI 49519).

Participants will learn:

• How thunderstorms develop
• How to identify severe weather features
• What weather information to report & how to report it
• Basic severe weather safety

Who can attend? Anyone 13 years or older with an interest in weather—no prior experience needed!

This workshop is presented by the National Weather Service in partnership with Kent County, Ottawa County, and the City of Grand Rapids Emergency Management. Don’t miss this opportunity to make a difference in severe weather preparedness!

Seniors, your graduation announcements and accessories will be delivered during lunch on Tuesday, February 25th.

• If you owe a balance, it must be paid in full before delivery day. A reminder invoice was sent to the email on file. You can pay online or by calling Jostens at 616-330-2141.
• Final payment at school? Only cash (exact change) or money orders will be accepted. Checks cannot be accepted for final payment.
• Still need to order? Place your order ASAP at www.jostens.com.

Don’t miss this important step in your graduation journey! 🎉

The Cedar Springs High School Yearbook staff is now accepting senior recognition ads for the class of 2025. These ads will be featured in a special section of the 2024-2025 yearbook. Please take this special opportunity to tell your senior how proud you are of his or her achievements!

Senior ads are available for a limited time on a space-available basis. All ad elements and payments must be submitted no later than noon on Thursday, March 27, 2025. Please follow the instructions below as you gather elements for your ad. Please email hsyearbook@csredhawks.org with questions regarding your senior recognition ad.

FINAL DEADLINE: March 27, 2025

• 1/8 page is $50 : includes one photo and a small blurb.
• 1/4 page is $75 : includes one current photo, three to four photos of your choice, and a message.
• 1/2 page is $125 : includes one current photo, four to eight photos of your choice, and a message.
• 1 FULL page is $225 : includes one current photo, up to sixteen photos of your choice, and a message.