Cougar Connection
November 26, 2025
BOOK FAIR ONLINE STORE OPEN TIL DEC 5
In case you missed the Book Fair, or if something was out of stock, you are still able to order online through Friday, December 5! Check out the CCS store online at MI038 Calhoun Christian School.
LIVE NATIVITY – ONE NIGHT ONLY!
Step back in time and experience the story of Jesus’ birth brought to life by our students. Bring your family and friends for this unforgettable evening! Doors open at 5:30 pm and tours will begin at 6 pm.
JANUARY LUNCH ORDERS OPEN - Due Dec 15
January's lunch orders are due on Monday, December 15 this coming month because of Christmas Break. Log into the FACTS Family Portal, click on Student, then Lunch, then Create Web Order to submit your order. If you want to help serve lunch, sign up for a slot on our Sign Up Genius!
SCENTSY FUNDRAISER
The Alpha-Bots Robotics team and members of Lego Clubs invite you to support them through a Scentsy Fundraiser going on now through December 15. We will receive 25% of all sales. Follow the link or QR code to place your order today.
LEGO EXPLORE AND CHALLENGE GROUPS
Students participating in our competition on December 6th must be registered to attend. Contact Mr. Rome at Robert.Rome@calhounchristian.org. Mr. Rome's group, the Challenge group, will meet after school on Tuesdays and Thursdays. They are meeting on Saturday mornings from 9 am to 12 pm as well. Students are allowed to bring snacks to these extra meetings. Mrs. Cropsey will be contacting her group, the Explorers, about extra practices if needed.
2025 GIFT GUIDE
The Christmas countdown is on! The PIT Crew has compiled a list of all the staff's favorite things. Check it out to see favorite stores, restaurants, coffee drinks, and treats of all our hard working staff. We hope this will help you with your Christmas shopping. Be sure to check the RaiseRight binder in the office- it is stocked with gift cards and makes for easy one-stop shopping!
SPIRIT WEAR FOR CHRISTMAS
Want to get someone a special gift and support CCS athletics? The Spirit Weart store is open until December 7th. Order yours today!
RAISERIGHT FOR THE HOLIDAYS
Holiday Gift Cards Available!
As the holiday season approaches, we want to remind families that gift cards are available for purchase in the school office. They make perfect stocking stuffers, teacher gifts (including some of their favorites), and more!
You can also special order gift cards for pickup at school or delivery to your home.
Attached, you’ll find a flyer listing all available brands. For questions or to place an order, please contact Vicki Milroy at vicki.milroy@calhounchristian.org.
GIRLS ON THE RUN – COACHES NEEDED!
Girls in 3rd through 5th grade are invited to join Girls on the Run, an inspiring program that builds confidence and encourages healthy habits.
We’re also looking for volunteer coaches to help Mrs. Simmons lead this amazing experience!
If you’re interested, please email Mrs. Simmons at slsimmons48138@gmail.com.
Check out the attached flyer for registration details and deadlines.
YEARBOOK CLASS 2nd SEMESTER
We’d love your help capturing memories!
Please share any photos you take of CCS students during school-sponsored events. These pictures will help our yearbook team get a head start for next semester.
Email your photos to: matthew.lootens@calhounchristian.org
Thank you for helping us make this yearbook special!
SPORTS INFO
If you would like to volunteer for sports in any capacity [score board, books, concessions, gate, film] please contact don.hughes@calhounchristian.org.
PRESCHOOL AND ELEMENTARY CHRISTMAS PROGRAM
Students should wear dressy clothes in Christmas colors (no torn jeans or old shoes) and bring a hat, scarf (K-4 ONLY), and mittens or gloves as props for the program.
K-4 students are expected to be in their classrooms by 5:45. (Preschool parents may enter through the preschool doors.) Parents will be asked to keep their coats with them. The program starts at 6. There will be a reception with cookies and punch following the program. We need cookies! We have some traditional cookie recipes available if you need them. If you are able to bake 4 dozen cookies, please contact Mrs. Rome: Diane.Rome@callhounchristian.org or Amy Asma: pitcrew@calhounchristian.org
ADVENTURE OPPORTUNITY
EF Educational Tours invites you to eight beautiful days in Costa Rica July 29th through August 5th, 2026. This trip is for adults and students alike. We will kayak the Sarapiqui River, visit a coffee farm, zip line above a rainforest, go white water rafting, and much, much more on this amazing adventure.
Enroll now and check out the trip details here: www.eftours.com/2823570VK
Space is limited and spots are first-come, first-served!
Have additional questions? Email Jo Haas at jocoolhaas@outlook.com
Cougar Connection
November 21, 2025
SCENTSY FUNDRAISER
The Alpha-Bots Robotics team and members of Lego Clubs invite you to support a Scentsy Fundraiser. See the attached flier for more information.
GRANDPARENTS’ DAY
Wednesday, November 26 our school will be hosting our annual Grandparents' Day from 10am-11:15am. Check out the information attached. Craft Photography will be taking pictures again this year. If you would like to order pictures, please see the attached form.
BOOK FAIR
I:55 Book Fair is coming to CCS. Starting November 17 from 2:45 pm until 3:30 pm each day until Grandparents’ Day on November 26 stop by the library and shop the book fair! On Grandparents' Day, the book fair will be open 10:00 am – until 11:30 am. You can now order online using this link MI038 Calhoun Christian School
LEGO EXPLORE AND CHALLENGE GROUPS
Students participating in our competition on December 6th must be registered to attend. Contact Mr. Rome at Robert.Rome@calhounchristian.org. Mr. Rome's group, the Challenge group, will meet after school on Tuesdays and Thursdays. They are meeting on Saturday mornings from 9 to 12 as well. Students are allowed to bring snacks to these extra meetings. Mrs. Cropsey will be contacting her group, the Explorers, about extra practices if needed.
The students who meet with Mrs. Rome on Tuesday’s for free build in the cafeteria will not meet the week of Thanksgiving. No LEGO club in the cafeteria on Tuesday, November 25. We will be preparing for Grandparents' Day on Wednesday, November 26.
2025 GIFT GUIDE
The Christmas countdown is on! The PIT Crew has compiled a list of all the staff's favorite things. Check it out to see favorite stores, restaurants, coffee drinks, and treats of all our hard working staff. We hope this will help you with your Christmas shopping. Click here to see all the favorites . Be sure to check the RaiseRight binder in the office- it is stocked with gift cards and makes for easy one-stop shopping!
SPIRIT WEAR FOR CHRISTMAS
Want to get someone a special gift and support CCS athletics? The Spirit Wear store is open until December 7th. Order yours today!
RAISERIGHT FOR THE HOLIDAYS
As we approach the holiday season we wanted to make sure all families are aware that we have many gift cards for purchase in the office for stocking stuffers, teacher gifts (some of their favorites), and many more that you can special order for pickup at the school or delivery to your home.
Attached is a flyer as well as the brands that are available. Contact Vicki Milroy for more information at vicki.milroy@calhounchristian.org
GIRLS ON THE RUN
Girls 3rd through 5th grade are invited to participate in Girls on the run. We are currently looking for coaches to help Mrs. Simmons with this amazing program. If you are interested please email Mrs. Simmons at slsimmons48138@gmail.com
See the attached flyer for information and deadlines to register.
YEARBOOK CLASS 2nd SEMESTER
We would greatly appreciate receiving pictures you take of our CCS students in action during various school sponsored events! This will help ensure our hard-working yearbook students get ahead start before class starts next semester.
If you have pictures you'd like to share, please email them to matthew.lootens@calhounchristian.org
SPORTS INFO
If you would like to volunteer for sports in any capacity [score board, books, concessions, gate, film] please contact don.hughes@calhounchristian.org.
Basketball season has started. Be sure to check Cougar Connection for update on important information for meetings, practice info, game info and service opportunities.
PRESCHOOL AND ELEMENTARY CHRISTMAS PROGRAM
Students should wear dressy clothes in Christmas colors (no torn jeans or old shoes) and bring a hat, scarf (K-4 ONLY), and mittens or gloves as props for the program.
K-4 students are expected to be in their classrooms by 5:45. (Preschool parents may enter through the preschool doors.) Parents will be asked to keep their coats with them. The program starts at 6. There will be a reception with cookies and punch following the program. We need cookies! We have some traditional cookie recipes available if you need them. If you are able to bake 4 dozen cookies, please contact Mrs. Rome: Diane.Rome@callhounchristian.org or Amy Asma: pitcrew@calhounchristian.org
ADVENTURE OPPORTUNITY
EF Educational Tours invites you to eight beautiful days in Costa Rica July 29th through August 5th, 2026. This trip is for adults and students alike. We will kayak the Sarapiqui River, visit a coffee farm, zip line above a rainforest, go white water rafting, and much, much more on this amazing adventure.
Enroll now and check out the trip details here: www.eftours.com/2823570VK
Space is limited and spots are first-come, first-served!
Have additional questions? Email Jo Haas at jocoolhaas@outlook.com
NEED VOLUNTEER HOURS?
Popcorn & Pickle Fridays: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/8050449A8AD23A6F49-57420794-popcorn
Lunch Volunteers: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/8050449A8AD23A6F49-57798705-lunch
Sports: Contact don.hughes@calhounchristian.org
Help in Classrooms: Contact your student’s teacher
General help: Contact office@calhounchristian.org
Cougar Connection
November 14, 2025
NEW – SUBMIT ABSENCES ONLINE!
If your child will be absent or late for any reason, we need a notification from parents to the office. You now have 3 options to submit your notification: via phone (269-965-5560), email (office@calhounchristian.org) or by submitting it on our website under CCS Families > Absence Notification. You will need to log in with your FACTS Family Portal credentials to submit. If your child will be absent for more than 1 day, we also have an Expected Absence form that can be used to gather expected classwork from teachers.
HOT LUNCH ORDERS OPEN
December's lunch orders are due November 19. Log into the FACTS Family Portal, click on Student, then Lunch, then Create Web Order to submit your order. If you want to help serve lunch, sign up for a slot on our Sign Up Genius!
VARSITY GIRLS BASKETBALL
The varsity girls BB season has been canceled due to a lack of participation. Please contact don.hughes@calhounchristian.org
SCENTSY FUNDRAISER
The Alpha-Bots Robotics team and members of Lego Clubs invite you to support a Scentsy Fundraiser. See the attached flier for more information.
GRANDPARENTS’ DAY
Wednesday, November 26 our school will be hosting our annual Grandparents' Day from 10am-11:15am. Check out the information attached.
LEGO EXPLORE AND CHALLENGE GROUPS
Students participating in our competition on December 6th must be registered to attend. Contact Mr. Rome at Robert.Rome@calhounchristian.org. Mr. Rome's group, the Challenge group, will meet after school on Tuesdays and Thursdays. They are meeting on Saturday mornings from 9 to 12 as well. Students are allowed to bring snacks to these extra meetings. Mrs. Cropsey will be contacting her group, the Explorers, about extra practices if needed.
The students who meet with Mrs. Rome on Tuesday’s for free build in the cafeteria will not meet the week of Thanksgiving. No LEGO club in the cafeteria on Tuesday, November 25. We will be preparing for Grandparents' Day on Wednesday, November 26.
BOOK FAIR
I:55 Book Fair is coming to CCS. Starting November 17 from 2:45 pm until 3:30 pm each day until Grandparents’ Day on November 26 stop by the library and shop the book fair! On Grandparents' Day, the book fair will be open 10:00 am – until 11:30 am.
2025 GIFT GUIDE
The Christmas countdown is on! The PIT Crew has compiled a list of all the staff's favorite things. Check it out to see favorite stores, restaurants, coffee drinks, and treats of all our hard working staff. We hope this will help you with your Christmas shopping. Look for the document attached to this email. Be sure to check the RaiseRight binder in the office- it is stocked with gift cards and makes for easy one-stop shopping!
RAISERIGHT FOR THE HOLIDAYS
As we approach the holiday season we wanted to make sure all families are aware that we have many gift cards for purchase in the office for stocking stuffers, teacher gifts (some of their favorites), and many more that you can special order for pickup at the school or delivery to your home.
Attached is a flyer as well as the brands that are available. Contact Vicki Milroy for more information at vicki.milroy@calhounchristian.org
YEARBOOK CLASS 2nd SEMESTER
We would greatly appreciate receiving pictures you take of our CCS students in action during various school sponsored events! This will help ensure our hard-working yearbook students get ahead start before class starts next semester.
If you have pictures you'd like to share, please email them to matthew.lootens@calhounchristian.org
SPORTS INFO
If you would like to volunteer for sports in any capacity [score board, books, concessions, gate, film] please contact don.hughes@calhounchristian.org.
Basketball season is just around the corner. Be sure to check Cougar Connection for update on important information for meetings, practice info, game info and service opportunities.
PRESCHOOL AND ELEMENTARY CHRISTMAS PROGRAM
Students should wear dressy clothes in Christmas colors (no torn jeans or old shoes) and bring a hat, scarf (K-4 ONLY), and mittens or gloves as props for the program.
K-4 students are expected to be in their classrooms by 5:45. (Preschool parents may enter through the preschool doors.) Parents will be asked to keep their coats with them. The program starts at 6. There will be a reception with cookies and punch following the program. We need cookies! We have some traditional cookie recipes available if you need them. If you are able to bake 4 dozen cookies, please contact Mrs. Rome: Diane.Rome@callhounchristian.org or Amy Asma: pitcrew@calhounchristian.org
ADVENTURE OPPORTUNITY
EF Educational Tours invites you to eight beautiful days in Costa Rica July 29th through August 5th, 2026. This trip is for adults and students alike. We will kayak the Sarapiqui River, visit a coffee farm, zip line above a rainforest, go white water rafting, and much, much more on this amazing adventure.
• Enroll now and check out the trip details here: www.eftours.com/2823570VK
• Space is limited and spots are first-come, first-served!
Have additional questions? Email Jo Haas at jocoolhaas@outlook.com
NEED VOLUNTEER HOURS?
Popcorn & Pickle Fridays: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/8050449A8AD23A6F49-57420794-popcorn
Lunch Volunteers: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/8050449A8AD23A6F49-57798705-lunch
Sports: Contact don.hughes@calhounchristian.org
Help in Classrooms: Contact your student’s teacher
General help: Contact office@calhounchristian.org
November 07, 2025
NEW – SUBMIT ABSENCES ONLINE!
If your child will be absent or late for any reason, we need a notification from parents to the office. You now have 3 options to submit your notification: via phone (269-965-5560), email (office@calhounchristian.org) or by submitting it on our website under CCS Families > Absence Notification. You will need to log in with your FACTS Family Portal credentials to submit. If your child will be absent for more than 1 day, we also have an Expected Absence form that can be used to gather expected classwork from teachers.
HOT LUNCH ORDERS OPEN
December's lunch orders are due November 19. Log into the FACTS Family Portal, click on Student, then Lunch, then Create Web Order to submit your order. If you want to help serve lunch, sign up for a slot on our Sign Up Genius!
SCENTSY FUNDRAISER
The Alpha-Bots Robotics team and members of Lego Clubs invite you to support a Scentsy Fundraiser. See the attached flier for more information.
GRANDPARENTS’ DAY
Wednesday, November 26 our school will be hosting our annual Grandparents' Day from 10am-11:15am. Check out the information attached.
BOOK FAIR
I:55 Book Fair is coming to CCS. Starting November 17 from 2:45 pm until 3:30 pm each day until Grandparents’ Day on November 26 stop by the library and shop the book fair! On Grandparents' Day, the book fair will be open 10:00 am – until 11:30 am.
2025 GIFT GUIDE
The Christmas countdown is on! The PIT Crew has compiled a list of all the staff's favorite things. Check it out to see favorite stores, restaurants, coffee drinks, and treats of all our hard working staff. We hope this will help you with your Christmas shopping. Look for the document attached to this email. Be sure to check the RaiseRight binder in the office- it is stocked with gift cards and makes for easy one-stop shopping!
RAISERIGHT FOR THE HOLIDAYS
As we approach the holiday season we wanted to make sure all families are aware that we have many gift cards for purchase in the office for stocking stuffers, teacher gifts (some of their favorites), and many more that you can special order for pickup at the school or delivery to your home.
Attached is a flyer as well as the brands that are available. Contact Vicki Milroy for more information at vicki.milroy@calhounchristian.org
SERVICE HOURS OPPORTUNITY
Family Volunteer hours Opportunity: We are looking for someone to sew jingle bells on elastic bracelets for our Christmas Program Dec 4. All supplies will be provided. Contact Melissa Pidcock @ melissa.pidcock@calhounchristian.org
YEARBOOK CLASS 2nd SEMESTER
We would greatly appreciate receiving pictures you take of our CCS students in action during various school sponsored events! This will help ensure our hard-working yearbook students get ahead start before class starts next semester.
If you have pictures you'd like to share, please email them to matthew.lootens@calhounchristian.org
SPORTS INFO
If you would like to volunteer for sports in any capacity [score board, books, concessions, gate, film] please contact don.hughes@calhounchristian.org.
Basketball season is just around the corner. Be sure to check Cougar Connection for update on important information for meetings, practice info, game info and service opportunities.
PRESCHOOL AND ELEMENTARY CHRISTMAS PROGRAM
The Preschool and Elementary Christmas Program [pre-k-4th] is Thursday, December 4 at 6 pm! Students should wear Christmas colors and bring a scarf, hat, and mittens.
We need bakers to help us with a special cookie reception. Please contact Mrs. Rome if you can help! Diane.rome@calhounchristian.org
NEED VOLUNTEER HOURS?
Popcorn & Pickle Fridays: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/8050449A8AD23A6F49-57420794-popcorn
Lunch Volunteers: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/8050449A8AD23A6F49-57798705-lunch
Sports: Contact don.hughes@calhounchristian.org
Help in Classrooms: Contact your student’s teacher
General help: Contact office@calhounchristian.org
Cougar Connection 10/31/2025
October 31, 2025
NEW – SUBMIT ABSENCES ONLINE!
If your child will be absent or late for any reason, we need a notification from parents to the office. You now have 3 options to submit your notification: via phone (269-965-5560), email (office@calhounchristian.org) or by submitting it on our website under CCS Families > Absence Notification. You will need to log in with your FACTS Family Portal credentials to submit. If your child will be absent for more than 1 day, we also have an Expected Absence form that can be used to gather expected classwork from teachers.
HOT LUNCH ORDERS OPEN
December's lunch orders are due November 19. Log into the FACTS Family Portal, click on Student, then Lunch, then Create Web Order to submit your order. If you want to help serve lunch, sign up for a slot on our Sign Up Genius!
SOUL BLAST
Soul Blast, hosted at Friends Church, is November 7th - 9th. CCS students are invited to attend. We are looking for chaperones for one or two days and nights for both male and female students. If you are willing to help, please contact Heidi Romine at hmromine@gmail.com or 269-719-5889. Follow the link to register students. https://bcfriends.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/3101381
LET’S HONOR OUR HEROES!
This year CCS will honor veterans by displaying a Wall of Honor. We are asking families to make a mini poster for a display. We are sending home copies with Elementary and Middle School families. Please use the attached file or pick up a copy in the office. Please return these by Friday, November 7 so that we can display them for Veterans' Day!
SCENTSY FUNDRAISER
The Alpha-Bots Robotics team and members of Lego Clubs invite you to support a Scentsy Fundraiser. See the attached flier for more information.
RINGS MINISTRIES
See the attached flier for more information on how to support this ministry that gives back to the community in a huge way!
PARENT’S NIGHT OUT
Need a date night or a night to shop for Christmas? Enjoy a night out on the town, shop til you drop or stay home for a relaxing movie night, all the while helping missions at CCS! Fill out the registration form by November 4 and we will take care of the rest! See the attached information!
GRANDPARENTS’ DAY
Wednesday, November 26 our school will be hosting our annual Grandparents' Day from 10am-11:15am. Check out the information attached.
BOOK FAIR
I:55 Book Fair is coming to CCS. Starting November 17 from 2:45 pm until 3:30 pm each day until Grandparents’ Day on November 26 stop by the library and shop the book fair! On Grandparents' Day, the book fair will be open 10:00 am – until 11:30 am.
YEARBOOK CLASS 2nd SEMESTER
We would greatly appreciate receiving pictures you take of our CCS students in action during various school sponsored events! This will help ensure our hard-working yearbook students get ahead start before class starts next semester.
If you have pictures you'd like to share, please email them to matthew.lootens@calhounchristian.org
SPORTS INFO
If you would like to volunteer for sports in any capacity [score board, books, concessions, gate, film] please contact don.hughes@calhounchristian.org.
Basketball season is just around the corner. Be sure to check Cougar Connection for update on important information for meetings, practice info, game info and service opportunities.
PRESCHOOL AND ELEMENTARY CHRISTMAS PROGRAM
The Preschool and Elementary Christmas Program [pre-k-4th] is Thursday, December 4 at 6 pm! Students should wear Christmas colors and bring a scarf, hat, and mittens.
We need bakers to help us with a special cookie reception. Please contact Mrs. Rome if you can help! Diane.rome@calhounchristian.org
NEED VOLUNTEER HOURS?
Popcorn & Pickle Fridays: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/8050449A8AD23A6F49-57420794-popcorn
Lunch Volunteers: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/8050449A8AD23A6F49-57798705-lunch
Sports: Contact don.hughes@calhounchristian.org
Help in Classrooms: Contact your student’s teacher
General help: Contact office@calhounchristian.org