Creation declares God’s glory each and every day. Sometimes in the beauty of a sunset. Sometimes in the colors of the flowers. Sometimes in the sound of crunching leaves under foot. Sometimes in the power of the wind, as we have experienced these last few days.
This week our students constructed a tree using cut out construction paper leaves to declare ways that we might glorify God in our everyday lives. Yellow, green, orange, and brown leaves hang from the tree, encouraging us to pray for others, be kind, read our Bibles, invite others to play, be a friend, do a chore without being asked, smile, compliment others, and many other examples of ways we can glorify God.
Scripture tells us “sing to the Lord, all the earth; proclaim his salvation day after day. Declare his glory among the nations, his marvelous deeds among all people.” (1 Chronicles 16:23, 24) We are thankful that not only at this time of the year, but throughout the year, we get to glorify God together with all that he has created.
Scholastic Book Fair
Join us for Our Scholastic Book Fair at Pine Ridge. Event runs Wednesday, Nov. 18 from 10:00am - 4:00pm, Thursday, Nov. 19 from 9:00am - 5:00pm and Friday, Nov. 20 from 9:00am - 4:00pm. Take advantage of these great deals, these make wonderful Holiday Gifts as well.
Extended Care Program
HC is excited to offer our Extended Care Program for NOVEMBER 25 from 7 AM - 5 PM. There is no school on this date due to a Professional Development Day for staff and we want to continue to provide a safe, nurturing environment for your PreK-6th grader. Our regular after school rates will apply for this day. You can register your family for a few hours or the entire day. We will be meeting at our Rose Park Christian campus. We are getting our team together and need to have your family register if you are interested by November 16. Click HERE to register your family! Contact Amanda Brouwer - Extended Care Program Coordinator - abrouwer@hollandchristian.
Cash for Class-
November 22 - 28, 2015 (final payout for this program, see Update below)
Purchases made with your yes card will automatically be credited to your designated account. A participant's yes card must be linked to an account to earn credit. A yes cardholder needs to visit www.myyesrewards.com to link their card to your school. Once a yes rewards account is linked, it will automatically calculate the rebate for your school. The cashiers at each store location has a list of program numbers by school name, if you need assistance.
UPDATE :
Cash for Labels Program - Spartan will discontinue payouts for Spartan Labels as of Dec. 15th. If you have been saving Spartan UPC Labels for school please turn them in by November 30th -- So they can be counted and submitted for final payout! Thank you for your participation!
New Program coming in 2016 and we will pass information along when it is available to us.
Girls on the Run
Registration for the Spring 2016 Season will take place from November 1st, 2015 to November 30, 2015. Informational flyers are available in the office with registration details. Also, please continue to check GOTR website and Facebook page for registration updates! Girls on the Run Information Link Registration. Assistant coaches are needed to help on Tuesdays/Thursdays! Please contact Lisa VandenBerg if you are interested or if you have any further questions. tlvand@charter.net or 616-836-4843.
Annual Poinsettia Sale
South Side is selling 6” poinsettia plants with 5-7 blooms for $8.50 or 3/$24.00, with satisfaction guaranteed. The colors are red, white, pink, marble, and Maroon is back. Orders, with payment, will be taken until noon on Monday, November 30. Parents, please pick up orders at South Side on Thursday, December 3, between 2-5 PM or Friday, December 4, from 8:00 AM until 2:00 PM. Please contact Pat Meiste at pmeiste@hollandchristian.org or 616.820.3535. Thank you for your support!
The lunch Menu
The November menu is now available by clicking here.
Mrs. Walters art rooms are in need of a resupply of milk jug lids, water bottle lids, and larger lids such as peanut butter lids. Would you be willing to save them and send them to school?
Thank you!
Dress for the Weather
We are in that ‘in-between’ season time where it can be quite cold in the morning and comfortable in the afternoon. Please be sure to send your child with a jacket, hat, mittens, etc. as needed. We do not have enough of an inventory of these items in the office to supply all students who request outerwear when they do not have their own. Thanks for your help!
Double your online donations!
Now through December 31, 2015, all online donations to the Tuition Grant Fund will be doubled! We have received a challenge from two generous donors to match dollar for dollar the first $50,000. Click here to donate online.
Volunteers Needed:
South Side & Pine Ridge-
Boxtop, Campbell's, and Spartan Label Helpers Needed:
This includes checking expiration dates, trimming and bundling these into groups using rubber bands, envelopes or baggies. Counting total points and submitting them to Laura Norman or Pat Meiste for submission two times per year. If you are interested in helping, please contact Pat pmeiste@hollandchristian.org or Laura lnorman@hollandchristian.org.
After School Program
Holland Christian offers a Before and After School Program for Rose Park, South Side, and Pine Ridge Elementary students each full day school is in session. The Before and After School Program provides children with an opportunity to develop spiritually, emotionally, physically, and socially through organized group activities and play. The cost of the program is $5 per hour. Drop in care, for children who do not regularly participate in the Before and After School Program, is also available if space allows. Before School Care: 7:00 am - 8:10 am After School Care: 3:15 pm - 5:30 pm If you have questions, please email Amanda Brouwer at abrouwer@hollandchristian.org. You may register for the program here.
Emergency Procedures:
As the weather changes from summer to fall, it is time for you to become familiar with our emergency procedures, particularly during a tornado watch or warning. The guidelines below are also found in our elementary handbook online.
Tornado Watch
1. All students will remain in their building under the direct supervision of their teachers.
2. The regular school schedule will be followed.
3. Classes will be dismissed at the regular time.
Tornado Warning
1. No student will be dismissed. Children may be released to a parent who personally comes to get the child (although this is not recommended).
2. All students will be assigned to the safest possible area within the school building until the warning has been lifted. Civil Defense Officials have assisted us in determining these areas.
*** It is helpful to us if you do not call the school during these times. It is not that we do not want you to know what is happening, but our attention needs to be on the safety of the children. Thanks! Fire, tornado and lockdown drills are held periodically throughout the school year according to Michigan School Guidelines. We will be practicing a tornado and fire drill soon!
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
November 9-30 Annual Poinsettia Sale (South Side)
November 12- 1st Annual family Ornament Night (South Side)
November 12 & 13 - No Holland Public Busing Transportation in the Afternoon
November 17 MLA tryouts/parent mtg (6:30-7:30)
November 18,19 & 20 - Scholastics Book Fair at Pine Ridge
November 23 Author, Steve VanHaitsma book launch (6:30 at Pine Ridge)
November 25 - No School: Staff Development
November 26-27- Thanksgiving Vacation
December 21-Jan 3- Christmas Vacation
January 4 - All Classes Resume
REQUESTED ANNOUNCEMENTS:
MLA Elementary Age Group Swimming
New Head coach, Tom Cuticchia is pleased to announce the MLA Future Stars will return for a new Winter Swim Season! Parents, help you kids stay active this winter at the Holland Community Aquatic Center. New swimmer tryouts and an all swimmer parent meeting will be at 6:30p -7:30pm, November 17. The season starts November 23. Full schedules can be found at: www.iswimmla.org Contact Coach Tom or Coach Kyle @ 616-393-7595.
Elks Hoop Shoot
There is an Elks “Hoop Shoot” (foul shooting contest) on Saturday January 4th at the Hope College Dow Center for any interested students. This is a low key free throw shooting contest for any boy or girl 8 years and older. Everyone shoots 25 free throws and they simply count up how many you make. The top 1-2 kids in each age division, move on to the next level of competition and win a little trophy. Over the years, many of our students have done well. Kids who are 8-9 years old shoot from a line 4 feet in front of the regulation free throw line. Boys compete against boys and girls vs. girls. Registration for the contest is between 12:15 and 1:00pm and the contest begins at 1:00pm. If you have more questions please contact Ron Elenbaas 616-399-6695.
