Tuesday, September 9, 2025

A Message From Mr. Matthew Stewart, CSPA & CSAMS Principal

Dear Sentinel Families,

We are one week into the 2025-2026 school year! I am optimistic about the year ahead as the District and our families work to successfully partner.

Some important high school-specific dates are coming up quickly:

  • CSPA Academic and Humanities Banquet, Wednesday, September 24th at 7:00 PM in the CSPA high bay. Come out and cheer on your student for all of their hard work and responsible risk-taking!
  • PSAT/NMSQT testing, the main CSPA fall testing, Tuesday, October 7th. The PSAT is practice for the Spring SAT testing for Freshman, Sophomores and Juniors. For Juniors, this test is also the NMSQT (National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test). It serves as both a college readiness assessment and the entry point for the National Merit Scholarship Program. As the saying goes, “One never has to get ready if they stay ready.” I wish our Sentinels all the best on October 7th and encourage everyone to “stay ready.”

  • The 2025 Fall Ball on Saturday, October 11th from 7:00-9:00 PM at Dunham Hills. I expect the event to be just as well attended as last year’s, which was arguably our most well-attended dance in CSPA history! This is a wonderful opportunity for students to build relationships with classmates and staff members outside of the school building. Go Sentinels!

Feel free to reach out to leadership at any time with any questions, comments or concerns. I encourage families to first reach out to their student’s advisory teacher, if appropriate. We wish all our families the best school year yet and an enjoyable welcoming of Autumn!

In partnership with you,  
Matthew Stewart

Upcoming Calendar of Events*
Wednesday, September 17
Triple S Boosters Meeting at CSAMS, 5pm
Friday, September 19
"Learn about PC and Beluga Ball" Over Coffee at CSAMS, 9am (Details Below)
Sunday, September 21
Charyls Color Fun Run at Settler's Park, 12:30pm
Wednesday, September 24
Academic/Humanties Banquet at CSPA High Bay, 7pm
Friday, September 26
Spirit Wear Day
Tuesday, October 7
PSAT 9 (Freshmen) and NMSQT (Sophomores and Juniors)
Saturday, October 11
Fall Ball at Dunham Hills Country Club, 7pm - 9pm
Monday, October 13
CSA District Parent Council Meeting at CSPA, 6pm

*Please refer to the Online Tandem Calendar for a complete list of upcoming CSA District Athletic, Robotic, Drama/Art, and SEP Events*

Don't Forget to Purchase Your Student Discount Sports Pass!

Student Discount Sports Passes are on Sale Through September 16th!

Student Discount Sports Passes can be purchased for $30 for all HOME games this school year!! These passes are for current Middle School and High School students who are enrolled at CSA District Schools for the 2025-2026 school year. These passes can be purchased by cash or check (made out to CSA Athletics) until September 16th from Emily Bargen in the Athletic Office at ebargen@csaschool.org. The passes will not get you into MHSAA Tournament games, AWAY games or co-op school games.

Passes must be purchased by Tuesday, September 16th!!

Our CSPA Library Needs Your Help!

Interested in an Amazing Volunteer Opportunity at CSPA?

Our CSA District Libraries are run by our devoted parent volunteers and it's a volunteer opportunity that is wonderful for interacting with our students.  We are in need of several volunteers so that all of our library class times are covered. Training is provided.

Click HERE if interested in volunteering opportunities.

This Friday Come Enjoy a Cup of Coffee & Learn How You Can Help Our CSA Community Thrive!

Charyl's Color Fun Run/Walk Event is THIS Sunday, September 21st

The CSA District Color Fun Run will be Sunday, September 21st at Settlers Park in Hartland. If you’ve never been to a Color Run event, you absolutely should come check it out. Not a runner? That's ok! Come walk the course and get sprinkled in color or just come out for the other entertainment. We will have lots to do for the whole family (DJ spinning tunes, corn hole, sack races, concessions, and more). Stick around after the Color Run and cheer on some of our CSPA students as they hit the field for their annual Powder Puff Game!

This truly is an exciting event for all ages so grab your family, friends and neighbors and come show us your "true colors" as we rally together to support our CSA District!

Early Bird Pricing Now Available for the 2025/2026 CSPA Yearbook

CSPA Commitment to Excellence Includes Community Service


CSPA High School students are required to perform 50 hours of community service/volunteerism as a graduation requirement. Community service credit will be given for voluntary activities that help others or are beneficial to the community. Students earn credit for hours spent participating in the actual activity, not for meeting and planning time. Students are responsible for getting a Community Service Sponsor Sheet signed and dated for each activity.

Click HERE for a printable Community Service Sponsor Sheet.

Life After CSPA: Preparing for College & Career


Preparation is embedded in the Charyl Stockwell Preparatory Academy name. That preparation is grounded in the belief that people who are capable, caring, and self- directed learners will be successful in life no matter what they choose to do after they leave High School. Learning is a lifelong pursuit and we are committed to providing students with the skills they need for work and life. 

We have created a permanent link to post-secondary resources that will appear at the bottom of this and all CSPA newsletters. Additionally, we have included a link for active scholarship opportunities. Visit these resources often to find helpful links and opportunities for all students, regardless of their post-CSPA plans.