South Elementary

198 East Street Coopersville, MI 49404

(616) 997-3100 (616) 997-3114

4th–5th Grade

Office Hours
8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Daily Schedule
8:45 a.m. – School day begins
3:40 p.m. – Dismissal

Breakfast
Begins at 8:30 a.m. in the cafeteria

Half Days
12:00 p.m. – Dismissal
(School begins at the regular time)

Students may not be dropped off before 8:30 a.m.

Corey DeRidder

Principal

616) 997-3301

Stefanie Camling

Assistant Principal

(616) 997-3102

Beth Ippel

Assistant Principal

Lori Cataldo

Secretary

Michelle Matzat

Paraprofessional

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Drop-Off, Pick-Up & Daily Life Arrival, dismissal, attendance and daily routines for South students & families.

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CALENDAR

South Upcoming Events

Tuesday 20 October
- Community CRASE Safety Training 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM
  
  Community CRASE Safety Training
  
  Date: Oct 20
  
  Time: 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM
  
  Location: Centerstage Theatre, Coopersville High School 198 East Street, Coopersville, MI 49404
  
  Calendar: South Calendar
  
  Join Coopersville Area Public Schools for a FREE Community Safety Training (CRASE) designed to help individuals respond to dangerous situations at school, work and throughout our community.
  Tuesday, October 20, 2026 | 7:00–9:00 p.m.
  Location: Centerstage Theatre at Coopersville High School, 198 East Street, Coopersville, MI 49404.
  Led by CAPS Campus Safety Supervisor Chris Koster, this training will introduce practical strategies using the Avoid, Deny, Defend approach to responding to active threats.
  Whether you're attending on your own or with friends, family or members of a community organization, all are encouraged to participate.
  Sign up for the free training.
  Open to adults ages 18 and older. Ages 16–17 may attend with a parent or guardian.
Friday 30 October
- Halloween Parties 🎃
  
  Halloween Parties 🎃
  
  Date: Oct 30
  
  Calendar: South Calendar
Saturday 31 October
- Halloween 🎃
  
  Halloween 🎃
  
  Date: Oct 31
  
  Calendar: South Calendar
Friday 6 November
- Popcorn
  
  Popcorn
  
  Date: Nov 6
  
  Calendar: South Calendar

District Calendar

‹ October 2026 ›

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Oct 2

3:00 PM to 5:00 PM

CHS All Class Reunion: Celebrating the Class of 1976

Location: Coopersville High School 198 East Street, Coopersville, MI 49404

Cost: $5 per attendee

Calendar: District Calendar

Calling all CHS alumni!

Reconnect with classmates and celebrate generations of Broncos at theCHS All Class Reunionon Friday, October 2!

Join us as we welcome CHS graduates from across the decades and celebrate the Class of 1976 as they mark 50 years.

Friday, October 2 | 3:00-5:00 PM
Coopersville High School
Centerstage Theatre & Cafeteria
198 East Street

Admission is $5 per attendee, with complimentary admission for members of the Class of 1976 and one guest.

Reconnect, reminisce, and celebrate 50 years with the Class of ’76!

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Oct 5

Elementary (Fall) Parent-Teacher Conferences

Calendar: District Calendar

Elementary (Fall) Parent-Teacher Conferences will be held on Monday, October 5, and Tuesday, October 6.

Classes will be held as regularly scheduled. Please watch for additional information from your child's school regarding conference schedules and sign-up details.

Elementary Book Fair

Calendar: District Calendar

No Preschool

Calendar: District Calendar

4:00 PM to 7:00 PM

Book Fair Family Night

Calendar: District Calendar

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Oct 6

Elementary Book Fair

Calendar: District Calendar

Elementary (Fall) Parent-Teacher Conferences

Calendar: District Calendar

Elementary (Fall) Parent-Teacher Conferences will be held on Monday, October 5, and Tuesday, October 6.

Classes will be held as regularly scheduled. Please watch for additional information from your child's school regarding conference schedules and sign-up details.

4:00 PM to 7:00 PM

Book Fair Family Night

Calendar: District Calendar

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Oct 7

Elementary Book Fair

Calendar: District Calendar

Fall Count Day

Calendar: District Calendar

Wednesday, October 7 is Fall Count Day at CAPS! We appreciate your help in making sure students are in school and ready to learn.

Thank you for helping us make every Bronco count!

6:00 PM to 8:30 PM

CMS & CHS Choirs Fall Concert

Location: Centerstage Theatre, Coopersville High School 198 East Street, Coopersville, MI 49404

Calendar: District Calendar

Join the Coopersville High School and Middle School Choirs for their Fall Choir Concert!

Wednesday, October 7
6:00-8:30 PM

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Oct 8

Elementary Book Fair

Calendar: District Calendar

6:30 PM to 7:30 PM

PTO Meeting

Location: South Elementary Media Center

Calendar: District Calendar

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Oct 9

No School — Fall Break 🍂🍁

Calendar: District Calendar

There will be no school for students or staff on Friday, October 9, 2026.

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Oct 12

7:30 PM to 9:00 PM

Coopersville Community Concert Band: Fall Concert

Location: Centerstage Theatre, Coopersville High School 198 East Street, Coopersville, MI 49404

Cost: No cost

Calendar: District Calendar

Enjoy an evening of live music with the Coopersville Community Concert Band at their Fall Concert!

Monday, October 12
7:30-9:00 PM

Admission is free and all are welcome!

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Oct 15

5:30 PM to 7:00 PM

Family STEM Night

Location: 198 East St, Coopersville, MI 49404.

Calendar: District Calendar

Join us for an out-of-this-world evening of hands-on STEM activities, exploration and discovery! CAPS families are invited to explore science, technology, engineering and math through interactive stations at East Elementary and Coopersville High School.

Start at East Elementary to pick up your Launch Passport before exploring the activities.

Open to all CAPS families!

Click here to explore Family STEM Night details

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Oct 16

First Semester Halfway Mark

Calendar: District Calendar

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Oct 17

4:00 PM to 5:30 PM

CHS Marching Band Showcase

Location: Centerstage Theatre, Coopersville High School 198 East Street, Coopersville, MI 49404

Calendar: District Calendar

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Oct 19

CMS Book Fair

Calendar: District Calendar

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Oct 20

CMS Book Fair

Calendar: District Calendar

7:00 PM to 9:00 PM

Community CRASE Safety Training

Location: Centerstage Theatre, Coopersville High School 198 East Street, Coopersville, MI 49404

Calendar: District Calendar

Join Coopersville Area Public Schools for a FREE Community Safety Training (CRASE) designed to help individuals respond to dangerous situations at school, work and throughout our community.

Tuesday, October 20, 2026 | 7:00–9:00 p.m.

Location: Centerstage Theatre at Coopersville High School, 198 East Street, Coopersville, MI 49404.

Led by CAPS Campus Safety Supervisor Chris Koster, this training will introduce practical strategies using the Avoid, Deny, Defend approach to responding to active threats.

Whether you're attending on your own or with friends, family or members of a community organization, all are encouraged to participate.

Sign up for the free training.

Open to adults ages 18 and older. Ages 16–17 may attend with a parent or guardian.

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Oct 21

CMS Book Fair

Calendar: District Calendar

2:45 PM to 8:00 PM

CHS (Fall) Parent-Teacher Conferences

Location: Coopersville High School 198 East St, Coopersville, MI 49404

Calendar: District Calendar

CHS (Fall) Parent-Teacher Conferences will be held on Wednesday, October 21.

Classes will be held as regularly scheduled. Please watch for additional information from your child's school regarding conference schedules and sign-up details.

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Oct 22

CMS Book Fair

Calendar: District Calendar

CMS Parent/Teacher Conferences

Calendar: District Calendar

2:45 PM to 8:00 PM

CMS Book Fair Family Night

Calendar: District Calendar

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Oct 23

CMS Book Fair

Calendar: District Calendar

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Oct 26

7:00 PM

Board of Education Meeting

Location: Administration Building 198 East St, Coopersville, MI 49404

Calendar: District Calendar

Regular Meeting

Use the links below to view the full 2026–2027 Board Meeting Schedule or learn more about the Board of Education.

View 2026–2027 Board Meeting ScheduleView Board of Education Information

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Oct 31

Halloween 🎃

Calendar: District Calendar

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Monday September 28

BREAKFAST
Mini Maple Waffles served with Syrup
Fruit & Milk

LUNCH CHOICES
Breaded Chicken Drumstick with Whole Grain Dinner Roll

OR Classic Pepperoni Pizza

OR Muffin, Goldfish & Yogurt Fun Lunch

Tuesday September 29

BREAKFAST
Apple Frudel
Fruit & Milk

LUNCH CHOICES
French Multi Bread Cheese Garlic Pizza

OR Golden Crispy Chicken Sticks

OR Muffin, Goldfish & Yogurt Fun Lunch

Wednesday September 30

BREAKFAST
Egg & Cheese Croissant
Fruit & Milk

LUNCH CHOICES
Sweet & Sour Chicken served with Brown Rice

OR Mini Turkey Corn Dogs

OR Muffin, Goldfish & Yogurt Fun Lunch

Thursday October 1

BREAKFAST
Mini Cinnis served with Syrup
Fruit & Milk

LUNCH CHOICES
Classic American Cheeseburger served with Baked Beans

OR Cheese Stuffed Breadsticks

OR Muffin, Goldfish & Yogurt Fun Lunch

Friday October 2

BREAKFAST
Egg, Cheese & Turkey Sausage Stuffed Breakfast Sandwich
Fruit & Milk

LUNCH CHOICES
Buttermilk Pancakes with Chicken Sausage Patties

OR Classic Cheese Pizza

OR Muffin, Goldfish & Yogurt Fun Lunch

Monday October 5

BREAKFAST
Breakfast Turkey Sausage Pizza
Fruit & Milk

LUNCH CHOICES
Meaty Spaghetti Sauce served with Penne Pasta & Whole Grain Dinner Roll

OR Classic Pepperoni Pizza

OR PB&J & Cheese Fun Lunch

Tuesday October 6

BREAKFAST
Egg & Cheese Croissant
Fruit & Milk

LUNCH CHOICES
Beef Walking Tacos served with Seasoned Corn

OR Golden Crispy Chicken Sticks

OR PB&J & Cheese Fun Lunch

Wednesday October 7

BREAKFAST
Chocolate Chip French Toast served with Syrup
Fruit & Milk

LUNCH CHOICES
BBQ Pulled Pork served on a Whole Grain Dinner Bun

OR Boneless Chicken Wings

OR PB&J & Cheese Fun Lunch

Thursday October 8

BREAKFAST
Skewered Sausage Pancakes served with Syrup
Fruit & Milk

LUNCH CHOICES
Popcorn Chicken served with Whole Grain Dinner Roll

OR Cheese Stuffed Breadsticks

OR PB&J & Cheese Fun Lunch

Friday October 9

NO BREAKFAST/LUNCH
No School — Fall Break

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Monday October 12

BREAKFAST
Mini Maple Waffles served with Syrup
Fruit & Milk

LUNCH CHOICES
Baked Mozzarella Cheese Sticks

OR Classic Pepperoni Pizza

OR Mini Confetti Pancakes served with Syrup, Strawberry Yogurt & Low Fat Mozzarella String Cheese

Tuesday October 13

BREAKFAST
Apple Frudel
Fruit & Milk

LUNCH CHOICES
Beef Hot Dog on a Whole Wheat Bun

OR Golden Crispy Chicken Sticks served with Whole Grain Dinner Roll

OR Mini Confetti Pancakes served with Syrup, Strawberry Yogurt & Low Fat Mozzarella String Cheese

Wednesday October 14

BREAKFAST
Scrambled Eggs served with a Fresh Baked Biscuit
Fruit & Milk

LUNCH CHOICES
Cheese Pizza Cruncher

OR Mini Turkey Corn Dogs

OR Mini Confetti Pancakes served with Syrup, Strawberry Yogurt & Low Fat Mozzarella String Cheese

Thursday October 15

BREAKFAST
Mini Cinnis served with Syrup
Fruit & Milk

LUNCH CHOICES
Italian Meatball Sub served with Smile Potatoes

OR Cheese Stuffed Breadsticks

OR Mini Confetti Pancakes served with Syrup, Strawberry Yogurt & Low Fat Mozzarella String Cheese

Friday October 16

BREAKFAST
Egg, Cheese & Sausage Stuffed Breakfast Sandwich
Fruit & Milk

LUNCH CHOICES
Cinnamon French Toast served with Chicken Sausage Patty

OR Classic Cheese Pizza

OR Mini Confetti Pancakes served with Syrup, Strawberry Yogurt & Low Fat Mozzarella String Cheese

Monday October 19

BREAKFAST
Breakfast Turkey Sausage Pizza served with Syrup
Fruit & Milk

LUNCH CHOICES
Crispy Chicken Tenders OR Spicy Chicken Tenders served with Whole Grain Dinner Roll

OR Classic Pepperoni Pizza

OR Yogurt, Cheese & Pretzel Fun Lunch served with Ultimate Cheddar Cheese Dip Cups

Tuesday October 20

BREAKFAST
Egg & Cheese Croissant
Fruit & Milk

LUNCH CHOICES
Beef Walking Tacos served with Seasoned Corn

OR Golden Crispy Chicken Sticks served with Whole Grain Dinner Roll

OR Yogurt, Cheese & Pretzel Fun Lunch served with Ultimate Cheddar Cheese Dip Cups

Wednesday October 21

BREAKFAST
Chocolate Chip French Toast served with Syrup
Fruit & Milk

LUNCH CHOICES
Macaroni & Cheese served with Pretzel Rod

OR Boneless Chicken Wings

OR Yogurt, Cheese & Pretzel Fun Lunch served with Ultimate Cheddar Cheese Dip Cups

Thursday October 22

BREAKFAST
Skewered Sausage Pancakes served with Syrup
Fruit & Milk

LUNCH CHOICES
Crispy Chicken Patty Sandwich

OR Cheese Stuffed Breadsticks

OR Yogurt, Cheese & Pretzel Fun Lunch served with Ultimate Cheddar Cheese Dip Cups

Friday October 23

BREAKFAST
Bacon, Egg & Cheese on a Biscuit
Fruit & Milk

LUNCH CHOICES
Grilled Cheese Sandwich

OR Classic Cheese Pizza

OR Yogurt, Cheese & Pretzel Fun Lunch served with Ultimate Cheddar Cheese Dip Cups

Monday October 26

BREAKFAST
Mini Maple Waffles served with Syrup
Fruit & Milk

LUNCH CHOICES
Breaded Chicken Drumstick served with Whole Grain Dinner Roll

OR Classic Pepperoni Pizza

OR Muffin, Goldfish & Yogurt Fun Lunch

Tuesday October 27

BREAKFAST
Apple Frudel
Fruit & Milk

LUNCH CHOICES
French Bread Multi Cheese Garlic Pizza

OR Golden Crispy Chicken Sticks

OR Muffin, Goldfish & Yogurt Fun Lunch

Wednesday October 28

BREAKFAST
Scrambled Eggs served with Fresh Baked Biscuit
Fruit & Milk

LUNCH CHOICES
Sweet & Sour Chicken served with Brown Rice

OR Mini Turkey Corn Dogs

OR Muffin, Goldfish & Yogurt Fun Lunch

Thursday October 29

BREAKFAST
Mini Cinnis served with Syrup
Fruit & Milk

LUNCH CHOICES
Classic American Cheeseburger served with Vegetarian Baked Beans

OR Cheese Stuffed Breadsticks

OR Muffin, Goldfish & Yogurt Fun Lunch

Friday October 30

BREAKFAST
Egg, Cheese & Turkey Sausage Stuffed Breakfast Sandwich
Fruit & Milk

LUNCH CHOICES
Buttermilk Pancakes served with Chicken Sausage Patties

OR Classic Cheese Pizza

OR Muffin, Goldfish & Yogurt Fun Lunch

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