Community Events/Flyers
Caledonia Chamber of Commerce - Community Events
Events Calendar
The Caledonia Chamber of Commerce has created a Community Events Calendar that is a great resource for our families. If you are looking for events going on in Caledonia, check out their website to find events going on in Caledonia!
Community Based Opportunities
The community of Caledonia offers many opportunities for students to grow and flourish throughout their school careers and beyond. Whether your student prefers to participate in sports, STEM activities, or the arts, their needs will be satisfied by the broad range of quality programs offered. Please explore the links on this page to find out more information.
Community Events Flyer Submission
Caledonia Community Schools (CCS) accepts digital flyer submissions from nonprofit and local youth organizations for non-curricular activities that provide social, recreational, or educational value for students and are free of political undertones (see Board Policies 9700, 5722, 9700.01).
Where flyers appear: Approved flyers are posted on the district’s Community Events webpage below. CCS does not distribute paper flyers to students or send them home.
Eligibility
We typically accept:
- Nonprofit or local youth organization events open to students/families
- Programs with general community benefit (social, recreational, educational)
We cannot promote:
- Content with political advocacy or undertones
- Faith-based instructional programming (due to the separation of church and state)
- Commercial advertising or for-profit promotions
Note: Faith-based organizations are welcome to submit non-instructional, neutral community events that meet the criteria above.
How to Submit
- Use the Google Form to submit your digital flyer (PDF/PNG/JPG) and event details.
- Timing: Submit at least 5 business days before your desired post date; 2 weeks is preferred.
All submissions are reviewed prior to publication. CCS reserves the right to decline or remove postings at its sole discretion.
Please note that all flyers below are not sponsored or endorsed by Caledonia Community Schools. These are provided on behalf of our community members as a resource for families.
PreK – Here I Come! Open House
Caledonia Community Schools is excited to invite families to attend its “PreK – Here I Come!” Open House, designed to introduce families to early learning opportunities that will be offered in every CCS elementary school beginning in the 2026–27 school year.
While PreK and Young Fives programming will expand to each elementary school next year, the PreK open house will be held at both the Duncan Lake Early Childhood Center and Dutton Elementary to allow families to experience established classrooms, meet early childhood educators, and see what the program will look and feel like when it launches districtwide.
Families may attend either session:
- Thursday, February 26 | 4:15–5:45 PM
- Friday, February 27 | 9:00–11:00 AM
- At Duncan Lake Early Childhood Center & Dutton Elementary
Families will have the opportunity to learn how PreK and Young Fives will be offered in their neighborhood elementary school for the 2026–27 school year and ask questions about enrollment, programming, and next steps. The event is intended for families who are exploring preschool and early learning options and want to learn what makes CCS a strong start for young learners.
We look forward to welcoming you and your future CAL learner!
Be Nice Parent & Community Night – February 23
Caledonia Community Schools invites families and community members to attend a free Be Nice Parent & Community Night on Monday, February 23, from 6:00–7:30 PM at Duncan Lake Middle School.
The evening will feature Christy Buck, founder of the be nice. movement, who will share the organization’s four simple action steps—notice, invite, challenge, and empower—and how they can help change lives. Attendees will also hear from Eric Hipple, retired Detroit Lions quarterback, as he shares his powerful personal experience as a parent who lost a child to suicide.
Additional speakers include Caledonia staff and student leaders who will discuss local supports, school safety, and how the be nice. message is being lived out across our schools.
This event is open to the entire Caledonia community and is designed to provide practical tools, meaningful conversation, and shared commitment to student and community well-being.
Teen Poetry Contest & Poetry Slam Opportunity
Teens are invited to submit one to two original poems for a chance to win a $50 Meijer gift card and the opportunity—if they choose—to perform at the annual Teen Poetry Slam, where an additional $100 gift card is up for grabs.
Submissions are open now through April 1. Full contest guidelines, submission details, and Poetry Slam information can be found at kdl.org/teenpoetry.
Heads up, Caledonia Senior Citizens! The Michigan Secretary of State Mobile Office will be at the Caledonia Resource Center on February 13th, from 10 AM – 2 PM (9757 Kraft Ave SE). Get help with SOS transactions (IDs, tabs, titles, and more).
Appointments required: Call 616-891-8117 to schedule.
Online Safety at Home
Keeping kids safe online starts with simple, consistent habits at home. This S.M.A.R.T. guide from Kent ISD provides families with practical tips for setting up devices safely, establishing healthy boundaries, and encouraging open communication. We invite families to review the flyer below and use these reminders to help students stay safe, informed, and supported in online spaces.
Champion Force Athletics – Youth Cheer Programs
Champion Force Athletics is dedicated to empowering kids with strength, confidence, and self-esteem through high-energy cheer programs. We offer beginner, intermediate, and advanced cheer classes at an affordable cost, making cheer accessible to athletes of all skill levels.
Participants learn the fundamentals of cheers, chants, jumps, stunts, and cheer dance routines, with each class mastering at least one full routine. Athletes will have opportunities to showcase their skills for families and at competitions throughout the season.
Cheerleading classes are available for ages 4–18, and no prior experience is required for Recreational Levels (Divisions 1–3). All classes are led by certified coaches who prioritize safety, skill development, and positive encouragement.
Champion Force Athletics provides a supportive environment where athletes can grow, perform, and build lifelong confidence. Check out their flyer for more information.
Cool School Polar Plunge – Caledonia Community Schools
Duncan Lake Middle School is proud to host a Cool School Polar Plunge on February 12 at Duncan Lake Middle School (DLMS) to support Special Olympics and our Unified Champion Schools efforts. The plunge will begin at 12:30 PM and is open to DLMS and Kraft Peer to Peer students.
Their goal is to raise $10,000.
Donate:
https://www.classy.org/event/caledonia-cool-school-2026/e739130
Polar Plunge t-shirt fundraiser:
https://polarplunge26.itemorder.com/shop/home/
Store closes January 20 at 11:59 PM.
Try Out Girl Scouts!
Girls in kindergarten and first grade are invited to explore the magic of Girl Scouts through a fun, hands-on experience with a mermaid-themed Dream Lab. Families can choose from three different dates and locations in January to find what works best. Caregivers will learn about the benefits of Girl Scouts while girls enjoy imaginative activities designed just for them. Registration is required, and this is not a drop-off event. Check out their flyer for more information.
Ladies & Loved Ones Dance and Activity Night 2026 – Under the Sea
Ticket sales are now open for the Ladies & Loved Ones Dance and Activity Night 2026 – Under the Sea, taking place on Saturday, January 31, from 5:30–7:30 pm at Kraft Meadows Intermediate School.
All girls attending Caledonia Community Schools in Young 5s through 4th grade are invited to bring one loved one for a special evening filled with dancing, activities, and meaningful memories together.
Tickets
- $6 in advance
- $10 at the door
- Optional slap-bracelet corsage available at purchase
Community volunteers are also needed to help decorate or assist during the event. Volunteers receive two free tickets as a thank-you for their support.
For full event details, ticket purchases, and volunteer sign-up, visit:
👉 https://ladies-loved-ones-2026.square.site/
Caledonia Community Schools is expanding early learning opportunities for the 2026–2027 school year to better support our youngest learners and their families.
Updates include greater access to Young Fives with a section at each elementary school, expanded free, full-day PreK (4-year-old) options, continued tuition-based preschool programming for 3- and 4-year-olds at the Duncan Lake Early Childhood Center, and Little Scots Playgroup for children under age 3.
View the flyer below for an overview of early learning pathways, program locations, and enrollment timelines for the 2026–2027 school year.
Families are encouraged to visit our website for the most up-to-date information on program details, eligibility, and enrollment.
We have an amazing community that provides a variety of opportunities for our students that extend beyond the walls of the classroom. If you would like to know more about events and opportunities available to students in Caledonia, follow our website or the Community Section of our app to stay updated.
