Coleman Jr/Sr High School

Coleman Schools are closed today, Monday, Dec. 6, due to road/weather conditions. Stay tuned for information regarding the Christmas Concert at Warriner that is scheduled for today and any practices. Stay safe and warm!

Welcome to our newest Board of Education Trustee, Mrs. Jackie Germain. Jackie was appointed at the October Board Meeting to the space left vacant by Kevin Bock. We thank Kevin for his support and thoughtfulness in decision making during his time on the Board. Other members of the current Board are: Lorie Fox (President), Travis Aultman (Vice-President), Chris Blake (Treasurer), Karen Bressette (Secretary), Angela Brooks (Trustee), Jennifer Murray (Trustee).

Bus 11J/ Camel is running approximately 15 minutes behind this morning, Wednesday, Dec. 1st. Thank you for your patience.

More of our students checking out the sights in NYC, including the Rockettes. #Coleman #growingforthefuture #education #band #choir #CometPride

Communication on weather-related occurrences came home with students today. You can find that information at the Parent/Student link on our website or at this link: https://5il.co/12eda

Third time's a charm! The Band/ Choir students have arrived in New York City for their 4-day visit of all the sites and musical experiences. Stay tuned! #Coleman #growingforthefuture #education #band #choir #CometPride

As a reminder, this coming Tuesday evening at 5:30 p.m. is the first of two (2) Community Facilities/Bond Meetings this fall to gather information from the community about what they see as needs, ideas and concerns moving forward. The goal is to create a 1-, 5- and 10-year plan. Your input is VITAL to moving forward as a District to support the needs of our students, families and staff. The Board and community need to hear from anyone with a stake in Coleman Community Schools. Please consider attending this Tuesday, November 30th, starting at 5:30 p.m. in the Jr./Sr. High Auditorium. Share this message broadly and have others come in to share their thoughts, opinions and ask questions. Another Community meeting will be held on Thursday, December 16th, starting at 5:30 p.m. in the Jr./Sr. High Auditorium. Thank you, The Coleman Community Schools' Board of Education

Are you passionate about snowboarding and/or skiing? Snow Snake is looking for Jr. instructors! If you are between the ages of 15 and 17 and love winter sports, please consider applying.

Welcome to Kaelyn Guza-Jones who just started with us last week! Kaelyn will be working as COVID Support/Contact Tracer. Kaelyn has a great deal of background in the health field and is in college courses. She will assist with serial testing, contact tracing, quarantine attendance and supporting teachers to get work ready for students who quarantine. Please help Kaelyn feel welcome on the Comet Team!

The Sanford American Legion Riders are hosting their annual ToyZ for KidZ dinner on December 3rd from 5-7 PM. Please consider attending and bringing in toy donations to help kids in Midland County have a great holiday!

The Sanford American Legion Riders are hosting their annual ToyZ for KidZ dinner on December 3rd from 5-7 PM. Each dinner may be purchased with the donation of a new, unwrapped toy. You may also drop off any donations at the legion anytime between now and December 3rd, or contact them for other donation options. Please consider attending or bringing in toy donations to help kids in Midland County have a great holiday!

We would like to thank Veterans Glen Mogg and Patrick Murray for talking with our students about their honorable service to our country. They also shared about the opportunities available to students if they desire to serve their country one day. It was a great way to celebrate Veterans Day at Coleman Jr/Sr High!

Our freshmen learned all about the Midland County Youth Leadership program on Friday! Midland High juniors Emily and Bella did an excellent job explaining the benefits of being involved with MCYL, such as learning skills like leadership, public speaking, community involvement, and believing in yourself. To learn more about the program and apply, please visit northwood.edu/mcyl, or email them your questions at mcyouthleadership@gmail.com.

Come out and support the Coleman Drama Club this December by checking out our Christmas plays!

The winter sports season has begun! *Practices for Competitive Cheer and Girls Basketball began last week. *Practices for Boys Basketball started tonight. *Practices for Wrestling and Bowling begin tomorrow night. *The JH Girls Basketball season is underway. *JH Boys Basketball and JH Competitive Cheer take place after the new year.

The Midland County Health Department is holding a COVID vaccination clinic next week. Information on the clinic is below if you are interested. Friday November 19th from 3-5 p.m. at the Auditorium and the JR/SR High School in Coleman, MI, entry through the far left-hand front doors. This clinic is for anyone 5-11 years of age. This is absolutely voluntary and not required by the school. If you are interested in this vaccine for your child please fill out the attached registration form and bring it with you. It is at this link: https://5il.co/11vz0 Also please call the Elementary office 989-465-6179 to let us know that you will be coming with your child so that we have an accurate count for the Health Department. The clinic will be set up in the Auditorium with registration area prior to walking in at the far left-hand front doors. When you come in, please go to one of the chairs set up in the auditorium. When your name is called, please go up to the stage where the Health Department staff will be. Please remember following your shot, you need to remain for 15 more minutes to be observed for any side effects, so please take a seat during that time in the auditorium.

Congratulations to Diane Cauchy for being chosen as WILX STUDIO 10's "Teacher of the Week." Please tune in tomorrow night between 4 and 5 pm to watch the segment! Thanks for being a great teacher, Mrs. Cauchy!

With the help of Mrs. Howdyshell and Mrs. Hess, MRS came by to share services with some of our seniors as they transition to other careers after graduation. Ginger Donoghue from MRS talked with them about their plans for next year and offered help with with college applications, FAFSA, providing funds, career training, job placement, providing more funds.

Attention Jr/Sr High Students! Tryouts for the Jr/Sr High School's upcoming production of the Wizard of Oz will be after school on Monday, November 8 from 3-5 PM. Callbacks will be on Tuesday from 3-4:30. We hope to see you there!

Almost got everything! Can anyone help us find these final items for Drama Club?