🌸📚 Join Us for Connection, Conversation, and Community! ❤️🤍🖤

Mark your calendars for Wednesday, March 12, from 4–7:30pm for Parent-Teacher Conferences + the Cavalier Family Forum—with a special visit from the Public Libraries of Saginaw Bookmobile! 🚐

Here’s how the evening flows:
👩‍🏫 Meet with your student’s teachers
📖 Stop by the Bookmobile in the Cavs Cave
🍽️ “Drop in” to the CMS cafeteria for the Cavalier Family Forum
🛡️ Enjoy good food and great conversation as we talk about Safety

Bring the whole family and join us for a relaxed, come-and-go evening focused on connection and community. We hope to see you there!

❤️🤍🖤#BuildingStrongerTogether #theCavalierdifference #FamilyForum #ParentTeacherConferences #PLOSBookmobile
about 1 month ago, Lindsay Bryce
Bright, colorful flyer with floral illustrations around the border promoting “Parent Teacher Conferences & Cavalier Family Forum + PLOS Bookmobile.” The Carrollton Cavaliers logo appears at the top. Text reads: “Forum Topic: Safety. March 12, 4–7:30pm.” Additional text explains: “Check in with your student’s teachers, check out the Bookmobile in the Cavs Cave, then ‘drop in’ to the CMS cafeteria for the Cavalier Family Forum—good food and great conversation about Safety!” Near the bottom, text reads: “We hope to see you there!” Contact information is listed as: “Questions? Contact lbryce@gocavs.net or call 989-399-8879.” An image of the Public Libraries of Saginaw Bookmobile van appears at the bottom.
🎓 Are you a proud Carrollton alum? We want to hear from you!

"It started here in Carrollton..." is a special feature in our Community Connection newsletter that highlights the amazing journeys of our alumni. All you need is a photo and a short write-up (200–250 words) about your time at Carrollton and what you’ve been up to since graduation!

Email your story to Lindsay Bryce at lbryce@gocavs.net or fill out the form here: https://forms.gle/tAtv41Eu4gj251sF8

Let’s celebrate where it all began! ❤️🤍🖤 #theCavalierdifference #CarrolltonAlumni
about 1 month ago, CPS Family & Community Engagement
A flyer titled “It Started in Carrollton…” from Carrollton Public Schools featuring the Carrollton Cavaliers logo at the top. The flyer invites alumni to be featured in the Community Connection newsletter. It asks for a photo and a short write-up (200–250 words) about their time at Carrollton Schools and what they’ve done since graduation. Alumni can also nominate others to be celebrated. Instructions are given to email Lindsay Bryce at lbryce@gocavs.net or use the QR code provided at the bottom of the flyer to submit information. The text is primarily in black, with headings and key details in red.
Some important dates in March for the Cavalier community! Find more upcoming important dates at www.carrolltonpublicschools.org ❤️🤍🖤 #theCavalierdifference #BuildingStrongerTogether
about 1 month ago, Lindsay Bryce
Graphic titled “Important Dates” for March 2026. A calendar icon with a shamrock and the words “March 2026” appears on the left. Listed dates include: March 8 – Daylight Savings Time begins; March 12 – Parent Teacher Conferences from 4–7:30 p.m., Cavalier Family Forum drop-in on the topic of Safety at the CMS cafeteria from 4–7:30 p.m., and PLOS Bookmobile at Cavs Cave from 4–7:30 p.m.; March 16 – Board of Education meeting at 6:30 p.m. in the CHS Library; March 19 and 20 – CHS Theater performance “The Real Story of Alice in Wonderland” at 6 p.m.; March 30 through April 6 – Spring Break, no school. The Carrollton Cavalier logo and the website www.carrolltonpublicschools.org appear at the bottom.
🔗 Need support?
We’ve put together a list of local food resources and community programs to help: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1sJI0I0obJysOXjtp9KRi1N8hmXy9Xo1QnttSnHPsJOM/edit?usp=sharing
If you have questions or need assistance, please reach out to your school. We’re here for you, Cavaliers! ❤️🤍🖤#theCavalierdifference #BuildingStrongerTogether #CavalierPride
about 1 month ago, Lindsay Bryce
Changes to SNAP benefits may affect some households in our community. We’re here to help. ❤️ 🍽️ Free hot meals after school Starting Nov. 3, 2025, students of Carrollton Public Schools can receive a free, nutritious meal after school at: JB Griffin ECC Carrollton Middle School Carrollton High School Omni High School (Meals must be eaten in the cafeteria.) 🔗 Need support? We’ve put together a list of local food resources and community programs to help: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1sJI0I0obJysOXjtp9KRi1N8hmXy9Xo1QnttSnHPsJOM/edit?usp=sharing If you have questions or need assistance, please reach out to your school. We’re here for you, Cavaliers! ❤️🤍🖤#theCavalierdifference #BuildingStrongerTogether #CavalierPride Alt Text: A flyer with a faint background of fresh foods like fruits and vegetables. At the top center is the Carrollton Cavaliers logo, featuring the face of a Cavalier in black and red inside a white circle. Below the logo, large bold red text reads “Food Resources.” At the bottom center of the flyer is a QR code for accessing food resource information. A hand-drawn black border surrounds the design.
🌟 Encourage Participation 🌟
Engaged students attend school more consistently. Encourage your child to ask questions, join activities, and explore new interests!

Need support or want to learn more? Visit fewerthan5.com for family resources. Funding for Strive for Fewer than Five is supported by the Region 5 MiFamily Engagement Center.❤️🤍🖤 #AttendanceMatters #theCavalierdifference #BuildingStrongerTogether
about 1 month ago, CPS Family & Community Engagement
Four young students sit at a table painting and drawing in a classroom, smiling and engaged in their work. Text on the graphic reads, “Consistency creates confidence.” Additional text says, “When students attend school regularly, they experience small successes every day. Those successes add up, helping them feel capable, confident, and motivated to keep learning.” Logos for Carrollton Public Schools “Strive for Fewer Than 5,” MiLEAP, and MiFamily Engagement Centers appear, along with the website fewerthan5.com.
This week, we proudly celebrate National Public Schools Week and the incredible educators who show up for students every single day.

Thank you to our teachers, staff, and school leaders for their passion, dedication, and unwavering commitment to our students. Our public schools are so much more than places of learning—they are spaces where community is built, support is shared, and students are inspired to grow into their very best selves.

As Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. reminds us, educators have the power to positively influence, impact, and inspire—today and every day. ❤️🤍🖤 #PublicSchoolProud #NationalPublicSchoolsWeek #BuildingStrongerTogether #theCavalierdifference
about 2 months ago, CPS Family & Community Engagement
A chalkboard-style graphic celebrating National Public Schools Week. At the top is the Carrollton Cavaliers logo. Large text reads “National Public Schools Week,” with the dates “February 23–27, 2026” highlighted in a red oval. The background features chalk-style school doodles, including pencils, an apple, a backpack, and science symbols. At the bottom is a quote that reads, “The function of education is to teach one to think critically. Intelligence plus character—that is the goal of true education.” — Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
🤒 Returning to School After Illness 🤒
Your child can return when:
✅ Fever-free for 24 hours
✅ Symptoms improving
✅ Ready to participate

Need support or want to learn more? Visit fewerthan5.com for family resources. Funding for Strive for Fewer than Five is supported by the Region 5 MiFamily Engagement Center. ❤️🤍🖤 #AttendanceMatters #theCavalierdifference #BuildingStrongerTogether
about 2 months ago, CPS Family & Community Engagement
Young child lies in bed with a cool cloth on their forehead while an adult gently checks their temperature. Text on the graphic reads, “Healthy kids, happy classrooms” and “Strive for fewer than 5.” Additional text says, “Students who get enough sleep, eat well, and practice hygiene are more likely to stay healthy, and healthy kids can come to school ready to learn and participate.” Logos for Carrollton Public Schools, MiLEAP, and MiFamily Engagement Centers appear, along with the website fewerthan5.com.
Check out the latest edition of the Carrollton Community Connection at https://www.flipsnack.com/CB5EC977C6F/2026-january-community-connection-newspaper ❤️🤍🖤 #theCavalierdifference #BuildingStrongerTogether
about 2 months ago, CPS Family & Community Engagement
A large group of high school students pose for a formal photo during a National Honor Society induction ceremony. The students are seated on red and black gym bleachers, wearing black graduation-style gowns with white stoles. A red banner across the top reads, “NHS Inductees 2026,” with “Volume 38, Issue 3” on the left and “January 2026” on the right. The photo highlights the newly inducted NHS members in a school gym setting.
Navigating the road to preschool or kindergarten? We’re here to help!

Join us for the Carrollton Learning Centers Information Night to prepare for the 2026–2027 school year. This is a great opportunity to meet some of our wonderful staff, explore daily routines, and see exactly what your child’s school journey will look like in the Fall.

When: Tuesday, February 24, 2026
Time: 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM
Where: J.B. Griffin Early Childhood Building

Ready to join the fun? Scan the QR code in the flyer or click the link below to RSVP! We can’t wait to meet our future Cavaliers families!

RSVP Link- https://forms.gle/Jq87p6Uv59TQuugt6

#theCavalierdifference #BuildingStrongerTogether #CavalierPride
about 2 months ago, Lindsay Bryce
Flyer for Carrollton Learning Centers Information Night. The flyer features photos of young children working together with learning materials and writing activities in an early childhood classroom. Text reads: “Carrollton Learning Centers Information Night.” It invites families to an information night to help navigate the road to preschool or kindergarten for the 2026–2027 school year, meet staff, explore daily routines, and learn what to expect as children begin their school journey. Event details: Tuesday, February 24, 2026, from 5:30–7:00 p.m., at J.B. Griffin Early Childhood Building, 3211 Carla Dr. A Carrollton Public Schools logo and a QR code are included with text prompting viewers to use the QR code to RSVP.
Loads of Love is coming to Saginaw County!

FREE Community Laundry Day on Thursday, February 19 at Center Rd. Laundry! Families can wash up to 3 loads of laundry per household at no cost, with free laundry supplies provided.

While your laundry is running, connect with other families and the FACT team, and learn about helpful local resources.

📍 Center Rd. Laundry
🕚 Arrive anytime between 11:00 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
🕑 Event runs until 2:00 p.m.

Let’s tumble together and take one more thing off your to-do list!
👉 Register at https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=KbQn2rckv02Qe8TFI5N2raSDqc18g1pKlBgRzUwDzoFUOTdWQlU0M0swQkNBOVA0Sk9OMlZRNE8xTiQlQCN0PWcu&utm_source=newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=re_loads_of_love_free_community_laundry_day_in_each_county_this_week_as_well_as_a_coffee_chat_in_saginaw&utm_term=2026-02-16&route=shorturl
about 2 months ago, CPS Family & Community Engagement
A blue and white flyer titled “FACT Loads of Love – Saginaw County” advertising a Free Community Laundry Day. The flyer states “Up to 3 FREE loads of laundry per household,” “FREE laundry supplies,” and “Let’s Tumble Together!” The event takes place Thursday, February 19th, 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at Center Rd. Laundry, 107 S. Center Road, Saginaw, Michigan 48638. Logos for FACT Loads of Love and Center Rd. Laundry appear on the left, and a QR code for RSVP appears on the right. Additional text invites families to arrive anytime between 11:00 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. and encourages registration.
Today, we recognize the leaders whose vision and service have helped shape our nation.

Presidents’ Day offers an opportunity to reflect on the ideals of courage, responsibility, and active citizenship—values we work to nurture in every student we serve. Through education, we prepare the next generation of leaders to think critically, lead with purpose, and help shape the future.

Wishing our Cavalier community a thoughtful and meaningful Presidents’ Day. ❤️🤍🖤 #theCavalierdifference #BuildingStrongerTogether

about 2 months ago, CPS Family & Community Engagement
A red, white, and blue Presidents’ Day graphic featuring a stylized illustration of the U.S. Capitol building. Red vertical stripes flank the Capitol, with patriotic bunting at the top corners. A small circular Cavalier logo appears above the Capitol dome. Text at the bottom reads, “Happy Presidents’ Day” and “February 16, 2026.”
Happy Valentine's Day to our Cavalier community! ❤️🤍🖤
about 2 months ago, CPS Family & Community Engagement
red and white graphic that says "Happy Valentine's Day from Carrollton Public Schools"
🎓 Are you a proud Carrollton alum? We want to hear from you!

"It started here in Carrollton..." is a special feature in our Community Connection newsletter that highlights the amazing journeys of our alumni. All you need is a photo and a short write-up (200–250 words) about your time at Carrollton and what you’ve been up to since graduation!

Email your story to Lindsay Bryce at lbryce@gocavs.net or fill out the form here: https://forms.gle/tAtv41Eu4gj251sF8

Let’s celebrate where it all began! ❤️🤍🖤 #theCavalierdifference #CarrolltonAlumni
about 2 months ago, CPS Family & Community Engagement
A flyer titled “It Started in Carrollton…” from Carrollton Public Schools featuring the Carrollton Cavaliers logo at the top. The flyer invites alumni to be featured in the Community Connection newsletter. It asks for a photo and a short write-up (200–250 words) about their time at Carrollton Schools and what they’ve done since graduation. Alumni can also nominate others to be celebrated. Instructions are given to email Lindsay Bryce at lbryce@gocavs.net or use the QR code provided at the bottom of the flyer to submit information. The text is primarily in black, with headings and key details in red.
🏀 A Night to Celebrate Cavalier History! 🏀

Join us as we honor an unforgettable team and a championship moment in Carrollton history! At halftime of the boys varsity basketball game, we’ll recognize our 1992 Girls Varsity Basketball State Championship Team for their induction into the Saginaw Sports Hall of Fame.

📅 Friday, February 13, 2026
⏰ Halftime of the boys varsity game (approx. 7:30 PM)
📍 Carrollton High School

Help us celebrate these incredible Cavaliers who brought home a state title and left a lasting legacy. We hope to see our families, alumni, and community members there to cheer them on once again!

❤️🤍🖤#CavalierPride #theCavalierdifference #BuildingStrongerTogether #HallofFame 🏆
about 2 months ago, Lindsay Bryce
Flyer announcing a Hall of Fame Recognition featuring a vintage team photo of the 1992 Girls Varsity Basketball State Championship Team. The team and coaches pose in a gym holding a “MHSAA 1992 State Champions Class C” banner, with players wearing medals and raising number-one fingers. Text reads: “Join Us for the Hall of Fame Recognition,” “1992 Girls Varsity Basketball State Championship Team,” and event details: February 13, 2026, at halftime of the boys varsity game (approx. 7:30 p.m.), Carrollton High School, 1235 Mapleridge Rd., Saginaw, MI 48604. Red, black, and white design elements with a Cavalier logo appear at the bottom.
Today is COUNT DAY! Let's make sure that every student is counted because every Cavalier counts! ❤️🤍🖤#everyCAVeveryday #theCavalierdifference #BuildingStrongerTogether
about 2 months ago, CPS Family & Community Engagement
Graphic with four red hanging calendar tiles spelling out “HAPPY COUNT DAY!” Above the tiles is the Carrollton Cavaliers logo. Text at the bottom reads “February 11, 2026.” Background fades from red to black to light gray with subtle star accents.
🏀 A Night to Celebrate Cavalier History! 🏀

Join us as we honor an unforgettable team and a championship moment in Carrollton history! At halftime of the boys varsity basketball game, we’ll recognize our 1992 Girls Varsity Basketball State Championship Team for their induction into the Saginaw Sports Hall of Fame.

📅 Friday, February 13, 2026
⏰ Halftime of the boys varsity game (approx. 7:30 PM)
📍 Carrollton High School

Help us celebrate these incredible Cavaliers who brought home a state title and left a lasting legacy. We hope to see our families, alumni, and community members there to cheer them on once again!

❤️🤍🖤#CavalierPride #theCavalierdifference #BuildingStrongerTogether #HallofFame 🏆
about 2 months ago, Lindsay Bryce
Flyer announcing a Hall of Fame Recognition featuring a vintage team photo of the 1992 Girls Varsity Basketball State Championship Team. The team and coaches pose in a gym holding a “MHSAA 1992 State Champions Class C” banner, with players wearing medals and raising number-one fingers. Text reads: “Join Us for the Hall of Fame Recognition,” “1992 Girls Varsity Basketball State Championship Team,” and event details: February 13, 2026, at halftime of the boys varsity game (approx. 7:30 p.m.), Carrollton High School, 1235 Mapleridge Rd., Saginaw, MI 48604. Red, black, and white design elements with a Cavalier logo appear at the bottom.


There are many paths to success, so OMNI Alternative High School offers a flexible, supportive learning environment designed around each student’s goals.

✔ Flexible scheduling
✔ Personalized learning plans
✔ Strong relationships that help students thrive

Omni Alternative High School can be your compass to success! Enrolling now for second semester - learn more at choosecarrollton.org 

❤️🤍🖤 discover #theCavalierdifference


about 2 months ago, Lindsay Bryce
Promotional graphic asking “Why choose OMNI?” with the Omni Alternative High School logo and compass icon. The text highlights three checked benefits: “A truly flexible learning experience,” “Strong student-staff relationships,” and “Personalized, goal-oriented learning.” A note at the bottom reads, “Visit choosecarrollton.org for more information.” The design uses red and black text on a textured white background.
📈 One Day Missed Adds Up! 📈
Missing just 1–2 days each month can slow learning. Let’s make every day in class count toward a bright future!

Need support or want to learn more? Visit fewerthan5.com for family resources. Funding for Strive for Fewer than Five is supported by the Region 5 MiFamily Engagement Center. ❤️🤍🖤 #AttendanceMatters #theCavalierdifference #BuildingStrongerTogether
about 2 months ago, CPS Family & Community Engagement
Teacher stands at the front of a classroom holding a letter card while young students sit at a table with art supplies and raise their hands. Text on the graphic reads, “Carrollton Public Schools – Strive for Fewer Than 5.” Additional text says, “Regular attendance gives students the chance to practice, learn, and grow every day. Missing lessons can slow progress, but every day present fuels achievement and success.” Logos for MiLEAP and MiFamily Engagement Centers appear, along with the website fewerthan5.com.
While it is important to be present and on time for school every day (students don’t want to miss all the fun), Count Day is special. On this day, students all across the state of Michigan will be “counted”, which means that when a student is marked present in every class on February 11th, they are officially counted as a Carrollton Public Schools student! ❤️🤍🖤#everyCAVeveryday #theCavalierdifference #BuildingStrongerTogether
2 months ago, CPS Family & Community Engagement
Graphic showing two red hanging calendar tiles with the number “02,” representing two days until count day. Above the tiles is the Carrollton Cavaliers logo. Text below reads “days until count day” and “February 11, 2026.” Background fades from red to black to light gray with subtle star accents.
🩸❤️ Like. Share. Give. ❤️🩸

Join us for the Carrollton High School Community Blood Drive and help make a difference in our community!

📅 Tuesday, February 10
⏰ 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
📍 CHS Library | 1235 Mapleridge Rd., Saginaw

Appointments are preferred, but walk-ins are welcome as the schedule allows. Plus, donors will receive pancakes and cozy flannel pants while supplies last! 😉

Scan the QR code, visit versiti.org/mi, or call 866-642-5663 to schedule your appointment.
One donation can save lives—come be a hero with us! ❤️🤍🖤#theCavalierdifference #BuildingStrongerTogether
2 months ago, CPS Family & Community Engagement
Flyer for a Carrollton High School Community Blood Drive. At the top, the words “Like. Share. Give.” appear next to an illustration of a blood donation bag connected by tubing forming a heart and a hand holding a red heart. Event details list Tuesday, February 10, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the Carrollton High School Library, 1235 Mapleridge Road, Saginaw, Michigan 48604. Appointments are preferred, with a phone number, website, and QR code provided; walk-ins are welcome as schedules allow. A helpful tip reminds donors to eat a healthy meal and drink plenty of water before donating. Donors may receive flannel pants while supplies last. The Versiti Blood Center of Michigan logo appears at the bottom.