The regularly scheduled business meeting of the Coloma Community Schools Board of Education was held on Monday, March 9, 2026. Board President Heidi Ishmael called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.

COLOMA MEDALISTS… Brody Ashley (left) and Bryce Cartwright were runners-up at the MHSAA State Individual Wrestling Finals in Detroit last weekend. This Comet duo represented Coloma well in their final tournament of the season. They are both early in their high school careers, so these finishes are a great accomplishment with bright futures ahead for Brody, Bryce and Coloma Athletics. (Contributed photo)

WATERVLIET HIGH SCHOOL… “Students of the Month” for February 2026 were celebrated at a special breakfast with their families in recognition of their hard work, character, and contributions to their school community. During the celebration, each student also added their handprint to the Pride of the Prowl wall, leaving their mark as part of this special recognition. Pictured are: (from the left) Aaron Alvarado, Bryce Strong, Caroline Weber, Daniella Romero Chairez and Leila L

Chuck Luchies, Coloma machine shop instructor with product produced by laser-cutter. (TCR photos by Sheila Schultz)

BREAKING THROUGH TO THE BASKET… In their recent district semifinal game against Bloomingdale on Feb. 25, 2026, Hartford’s Jeff Littlefield (23) battles through two defenders under the basket, looking to bring his team within striking distance in this game of conference foes. Littlefield finished the night with a team-high 24 points, but the Huskies would fall short, 59-46, closing out their season. (Contributed photo)

BACK-TO-BACK DISTRICT CHAMPIONS… Coloma Comets Competitive Cheer team makes history! This group of skilled young ladies continued their historic run by capturing a second consecutive district championship, solidifying their place among the area’s competition. With poise, precision, and unwavering determination, the Comets delivered on Saturday, Feb. 21, 2026 at Bloomingdale when it mattered most—showcasing growth, resilience, and focus throughout the competition. This back-t

LIGHTS, CAMERA, VALENTINE’S DAY DANCE… Winners from the King and Queen of Hearts contest are Annabelle Butler and Kobe Dew. They are both 7th graders at Watervliet Middle School. The semi-formal Valentine’s Day Dance on Saturday was a festive fundraiser supporting the school’s Student Activity Fund, which helps provide incentives, field trips, and other student activities. (Contributed photo)

HARTFORD WINTERFEST 2026… Congratulations to the winners of the 2026 Winterfest Court of Honor for Hartford High School. Pictured are: (from the left) King Josh Dyson, Queen Lizeth Perez, Princess Valeria Mandujano and Prince Carter Nichols. HHS wrapped up a week of celebrating Friday, Feb. 13 on the basketball court with varsity games against the Vikings of Bangor. (Contributed photo)

ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE… Hartford High School Senior Top 10 of Semester 1! Pictured are: (from the left) Bryson Prillwitz, Weston Pitcher, Destiny Davis-Russell, Isaiah Lovell, Sullivan Summerhill, Shane Brink, Jose Sanchez, Joel Garcia, Anahi Ugalde-Rivas and Jamilette Vinaja. (Contributed photo)

100 DAYS AT COLOMA ELEMENTARY… Students and staff celebrated “100 Days of School” at Coloma Elementary on Friday, Feb. 6, 2026. The concept of 100 is often difficult for elementary students to grasp, but by reflecting on the number of school days since the beginning of the year is a way to change an abstract idea into understandable knowledge and have a memorable, creative learning experience. Some students celebrated this milestone of being in school for 100 days by dressin