Fuel for Game Day.
Fans can enjoy a full lineup of snacks, drinks, and game-day favorites while supporting our student-athletes!
Concession Stand Menu for Athletic Events 🍿🏀
Author: Jud Hartman
ACT Registration and College Credit Plus Information 🎓📝
Plan Ahead for College.
Students interested in taking College Credit Plus (CCP) courses during the 2026–27 school year should take the ACT early to determine eligibility before scheduling classes.
Students planning to register for College Credit Plus (CCP) classes next year should complete the ACT before scheduling for the 2026–27 school year. Taking the ACT early helps determine college readiness and ensures that students meet eligibility requirements for our CCP partner colleges.
Upcoming ACT Deadlines:
- Register by November 7 for the December 13 test
- Register by January 9 for the February 14 test
Testing locations fill up early, so students are encouraged to register soon.
All Juniors will take one free ACT during the school year here at Chippewa. However, students who want to take CCP courses prior to Senior year should already have a college-ready ACT score before scheduling for the following year begins.
Our partner colleges may require specific Composite, Reading, Math, or English ACT scores, so taking the ACT early gives students time to meet those requirements and explore additional opportunities.
Chippewa Ski Club 2026 — Hit the Slopes This Winter 🎿❄️
Adventure on the Mountain.
The Chippewa Ski Club is back for 2026! Students in grades 7–12 can join classmates for five weeks of skiing and snowboarding at Brandywine Ski Resort in Peninsula, Ohio.
Get ready to ski, snowboard, and make winter memories! The Chippewa Ski Club invites all students in grades 7–12 to join this year’s five-week session at Brandywine Ski Resort, just 35 minutes north in Peninsula, Ohio.
Club nights take place on Thursdays: January 8, 15, 22, 29, and February 5.
The bus departs from school at 2:55 p.m. and returns by 8:30 p.m.
The all-inclusive package ($350) covers transportation, lift tickets, rentals, and lessons. Additional pricing options are available for students who already have a season pass or their own gear:
- Lesson & Rental (with pass): $306
- Lessons Only: $166
- Rental Only: $140
Students with a season “Ohio Epic Pass” ($322 for ages 7–17) can still join the fun — just ride the bus and enjoy the slopes with your friends!
To sign up, click the link below! Be sure to sign up for the Remind app to receive updates and announcements. Registration is open now through December 15.
Questions? Reach out to Mr. Geiser for more details or rental form assistance.
Chippewa’s Steve Smith to Appear at 2025 Buckeye Book Fair 📚🍂
Stories Worth Sharing.
Chippewa Jr./Sr. High School ELA teacher and author Steve Smith has been selected to appear at this year’s Buckeye Book Fair in Wooster—a celebration of Ohio’s writers, readers, and stories that inspire.
Chippewa Jr./Sr. High School’s own Steve Smith, ELA teacher and author of The Boys of Rubber City, will represent our school community at the 2025 Buckeye Book Fair on Saturday, November 1 in Wooster. The fair—one of Ohio’s premier literary events—features more than 100 authors each year and connects readers of all ages with the writers behind their favorite stories.
Selected from over 200 submissions, Smith’s inclusion in this year’s lineup is an exciting recognition of both his talent and his impact as an educator. His novel, The Boys of Rubber City, explores themes of friendship, resilience, and hometown pride—values that resonate deeply within the Chippewa community. Pick up your copy by clicking the link below.
The Buckeye Book Fair is also a perfect chance for readers to pick up something new for the colder months or find a meaningful holiday gift while supporting local authors.
Learn more about the event and featured writers here:
Inside Chippewa Q1 — Just Getting Started 🧱💙
Spirit. Growth. Momentum.
The second edition of Inside Chippewa for the 2025–26 school year celebrates the energy, leadership, and school spirit that defined Quarter 1 at Chippewa Jr./Sr. High School.
The first quarter of the 2025–26 school year reminded us of something powerful—when students lead, they rise. From creative hallway decorating to high-energy pep rallies, Inside Chippewa Q1 2025 captures how student voice, teamwork, and school pride continue to shape the culture of Chippewa Jr./Sr. High School.
Click the image to read the full edition:
Veterans Day Lunch and Program Honors Local Heroes 🇺🇸✨
Honor Those Who Have Served.
Chippewa Jr./Sr. High School will proudly host its annual Veterans Day Lunch and Program on Tuesday, November 11, honoring those who have served our nation with courage and dedication.
Chippewa Jr./Sr. High School invites veterans, families, and community members to a heartfelt Veterans Day celebration on Tuesday, November 11, 2025. The day will begin as veterans gather at 11:40 a.m. at the American Legion to line up for the parade.
At 12:30 p.m., lunch will be served in the Jr./Sr. High School Café, followed by a special assembly at 1:15 p.m. in the Serpentini Fieldhouse, where students and staff will come together to express gratitude through music, recognition, and reflection.
Guests are asked to enter through the Serpentini Fieldhouse doors (#12) at 466 S. Portage Street, Doylestown.
Please RSVP by November 1 by calling 330-658-2011 ext. 5050.
The celebration continues in the evening with a Veterans Day Concert at 6:00 p.m. in the Jr./Sr. High Auditorium, featuring our talented band and student musicians performing in tribute to those who have served.
Events like this embody the Chippewa spirit—bringing our school and community together to honor sacrifice, service, and unity.
Cavanaugh Photography Retake Day 📸✨
Second Chance Smiles.
Students who missed the first picture day or need a retake will have the opportunity on Tuesday, October 14, 2025, at Chippewa Jr./Sr. High School.
Picture Day is back for round two! On Tuesday, October 14, 2025, Cavanaugh Photography will be at Chippewa Jr./Sr. High School to capture student photos during retake and absent picture sessions. Setup begins at 10:30 a.m., with retakes starting promptly at 11:30 a.m.
Students who were absent during the first picture day can easily order online. Any orders placed before the original picture day will still be honored.
For those requesting a retake, please remember to return the original picture packet with your student. If a hi-res digital file was purchased instead, simply send in a note stating so. Without the packet or note, no new package can be printed until the original is returned.
This is an important opportunity for every student to have their photo included in school memories and records. Families are encouraged to make sure students are prepared for the day so their best smiles shine through.
If you have any questions, Cavanaugh Photography can be reached directly at 440-973-4390 or info@cavanaughphoto.com.
The Bonfire Before Rittman 🔥🏈
Tradition Burns Bright.
One of Chippewa’s oldest and most spirited traditions, the Bonfire unites students, families, alumni, and the community before the big Rittman rivalry game.
Weather Update
The bonfire is on tonight! The ground is wet, so please dress accordingly. If you are driving to the park, please do not park on the grass.
There’s tradition—and then there’s The Bonfire. Every fall, on the eve of the much-anticipated football game against Rittman, the Chippewa community comes together in a celebration that’s loud, proud, and unmistakably Chipp.
This Wednesday evening, students from all Chippewa schools, parents, alumni, staff, and community members are invited to gather at the Jr./Sr. High School athletic entrance at 7:00 p.m. before heading out together at 7:15. Imagine the sight: a whole crowd of Chipps walking up Portage Street, filled with energy and spirit, arriving at Memorial Park around 7:30 p.m. where the flames of the bonfire light up the night sky.
Countdown Until Bonfire
The annual bonfire is more than just an event—it’s a tradition rooted in unity and pride. Students from every building, families, alumni, staff, and local supporters all walk side by side, proving that when the fire rises, we rise together as one.
The excitement of this evening stretches beyond the fire itself. It’s a rallying point for the community, an unforgettable kick-off to Homecoming season, and a celebration of one of Ohio’s oldest rivalries—Chippewa vs. Rittman, the third-oldest football rivalry in the state.
This is what it means to be Chippewa. The energy, the tradition, and the togetherness make the bonfire a night you won’t want to miss.
Explore Europe in 2027: Amsterdam, Brussels & Paris ✈️🇳🇱🇧🇪🇫🇷
Travel. Learn. Experience.
Join Chippewa students and families on a once-in-a-lifetime educational tour across Europe in June 2027. Open to all students in grades 9–12 (in 2027) and their families!
Trip Departs In:
We’re excited to announce an unforgettable educational tour of Europe taking place June 2–10, 2027. Led by Mrs. Rachel Ferris, this Explorica trip includes guided experiences in Amsterdam, Brussels, and Paris, with optional excursions to places like Versailles and the Dutch countryside.
This opportunity is open to any Chippewa student in grades 9–12 (in 2027) and their families.
🌍 Trip Highlights:
- Amsterdam canal cruise & Anne Frank House
- Bruges sightseeing & canal cruise
- Waffle-making in Brussels
- Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum, and Montmartre in Paris
- Optional excursions to Volendam, Zaanse Schans & Versailles
📆 Departure: June 2, 2027
📍 Return: June 10, 2027
📧 Interested?: Email Mrs. Ferris at chip_ferris@tccsa.net for more information or to be notified about upcoming informational meetings.
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We’ll use this News Post for all future updates and announcements related to the trip. If you’re planning to go, check back here regularly!
Molly Peters & Brennan Schade Named Chiefs of the Chipps! 🟦🏠
School Pride in Action.
Seniors Molly Peters and Brennan Schade were recognized as this month’s Chiefs of the Chipps—an honor given to students who show exceptional school pride, kindness, and leadership.
Congratulations to Molly Peters and Brennan Schade, the latest recipients of the Chief of the Chipps award!
This recognition is given to students who go above and beyond in displaying school pride, kindness, leadership, and strong character—both in the classroom and in the community. Molly and Brennan consistently represent what it means to be a Chipp in every way.
As part of the tradition, each student’s yard was “Chipped” with a handful of Block C signs—a public shoutout for a job well done and a symbol of how proud we are to call them part of our school.
Whether it’s lending a hand, leading by example, or simply showing up with a great attitude, these two have earned their place among the top representatives of the Chipp spirit.
👏 Way to go, Molly and Brennan—you’re what being a Chipp is all about!
