Good Sunday Evening,
A BIG Thank you to the Cheboygan Sports Booster Club for the generous purchase of our new tunnel for home football games this season! As many of you know, the Sports Booster Club provides approximately $50,000 in annual support to our athletic programs. This tunnel is just the latest example of their ongoing commitment and generosity toward our student-athletes. Go Chiefs!
NEW…MSU Extension Morning Camp (Grades 6–8)
Dates: July 14–17
Time: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Location: High School Home Economics Room
Capacity: Limited to 20 Students
We are pleased to offer a hands-on summer camp focused on nutrition education and essential life skills for students entering grades 6–8.
Teen Cuisine Workshops:
Students will participate in engaging sessions covering topics such as:
My Plate basics
Label reading and portion control
The importance of breakfast
Identifying healthy vs. unhealthy foods
Hidden sugars and food safety
Making healthy snack choices
Life Skills & Mindfulness Activities:
Each day includes activities that support emotional development and self-awareness, such as:
Creating calming jars
Nature scavenger hunts and planting
Self-portrait exercises
Learning how to care for younger children
To register, visit: https://www.chebschools.org/article/2287617
Summer Facility Updates
Our custodial and maintenance teams are hard at work preparing for the upcoming school year. Here are some key updates:
Classroom Relocations:
2nd Grade moving to Intermediate Building
7th Grade moving to High School
New PreK classrooms opening in the Elementary School
These transitions, along with deep cleaning efforts, are on track for completion by mid-July.
Gym Floor Repainting:
Ahead of schedule
Gym will remain closed for at least two more weeks
Track Replacement Project:
Currently going out to bid
Target completion: Fall 2025
Temporary relocation planned for the soccer team
Thunder Bay Expansion:
Expansion will extend into the parking lot
Funded through a grant
Will include space for an additional Nurse Practitioner in 2025–26
Tennis and Pickleball Courts:
New courts planned
Bidding process to begin soon
PreK Enrollment Now Open
We are expanding our PreK program with two new classrooms for the 2025–26 school year.
32 total seats available
25 already filled
To apply, visit the COPESD PreK Portal at https://miearlychildhood.org/index.php?county=16&p=3
K–6 Summer Jumpstart Academy
Dates: August 4–7 and August 11–14
The academy provides targeted academic support in Math and English based on student assessment data.
For Questions or Enrollment:
Grades 2–6: Ben Schley – schleyb@chebschools.com
Grades K–1: Deanna Duffton – dufftond@chebschools.com
Interested teachers should contact their building principal.
Kindergarten Camp
Dates: August 18–22
This program helps incoming kindergarteners ease the transition into school with a focus on confidence, connection, and comfort. For registration, please contact Deanna Duffton at dufftond@chebschools.com.
District AI Team Launch (2025–26)
Cheboygan Area Schools is proud to introduce our new District AI Team, comprised of representatives from each school. In partnership with COPESD and neighboring districts, the team will explore effective uses of AI in education.
In-Person Meetings:
August 14 – Cohort Kickoff
November 13 – Final Session & Review
Virtual collaboration will take place between meetings. The team will present findings during a winter professional development session.
Important Dates – July 2025
July 7: MOU Meeting with Union | GSRP Fridays | Online Grade Entry Stipend
July 8: New Student Handbook Review - 11 AM
July 10: Track/Tennis Courts Bid Opening – 2:00 PM
July 12: Touchdown Club Golf Scramble
July 14–17: MSU Extension Camp Begins
July 15: Board Policy Review MTG – 10:00 AM (tentative)
July 17: Athletic Committee Meeting – 6:30 PM
HOF Inductees (Tentative)
New Touch Screen System Discussion
Athletic Code of Conduct Update
July 22:
Curriculum Committee – 8:30 AM
Finance Committee – 10:00 AM
July 23: SL Zoom Meeting – East Elementary Design (95% Completion)
July 24: Safety Committee Tour – Intermediate Building
July 28:
Cabinet Meeting – 1:00 PM
Board of Education Meeting – 6:30 PM
August 4: Building Principals return to Work
Quote of the Month
“The pessimist complains about the wind. The optimist expects it to change. The leader adjusts the sails.” – John Maxwell.
John Maxwell is best known for his work as a leadership expert, author, and speaker. He has written over 100 books, many of which focus on leadership, personal development, and organizational growth. His most famous works include:
· "The 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership"
· "Developing the Leader Within You"
· "The 5 Levels of Leadership"
Maxwell is recognized for making leadership principles accessible and practical, and his teachings are widely used in both corporate and educational settings. He is also the founder of The John Maxwell Company, The John Maxwell Team, and EQUIP, organizations that have trained millions of leaders worldwide.
His influence spans business, government, and nonprofit sectors, and he's often cited as one of the most trusted voices on leadership development globally.
Summer Fun,
Spencer S. Byrd
Superintendent, Cheboygan Area Schools