Author: Cara Boss

It’s so good to be back! There was such a fun buzz in the building on the first week of school. Students greeting each other, friends embracing and even some belly laughs over a fun picture, interesting story or surprise. It is hard to miss the goodness of God amidst all of that. We were able to gather together at our very first chapel and experience worship together while we reflected on our 125 year anniversary as a school. God is faithful and his love endures forever–what an amazing way to celebrate! As I dream for this year, my hope is that we can witness the glory of God together and share in our experiences.

Blessings on a wonderful year!
Mrs. Dinah Periera

Announcements

Walkathon

What is Walkathon? Walkathon is an HC-wide fundraiser where elementary students walk to raise money for their school. The funds raised by Pine Ridge students go directly to Pine Ridge needs, such as classroom supplies, educational outings, and other resources. Parents are welcome to watch the event from the bleachers, while the track is reserved for teachers and students.

Walkathon forms will be sent home in your child’s backpack soon and are due back by Wednesday, September 16. The Walkathon event will take place on Wednesday, September 23.

Picture Day

Pine Ridge picture day is September 24. Order forms will be sent home with students soon. If your student would like a yearbook in the spring, this will be the time to choose that also. Please note that each form is child specific so please make sure each child has their own form. All forms must be turned in regardless of if you choose to order pictures and/or a yearbook.

Grandparent & Grandfriend Day

Save the date: Wednesday, October 7th in the morning! More details will be coming later this month.

Skating Party

Pine Ridge’s Parent Partners are putting together a skating party for Pine Ridge students on November 2nd. More details to follow!

Parent Teacher Conferences

PT Conferences will be held on October 8 and 12. Please look for an email coming from the administration office with how to sign up for these. Also, please remember to note the times you sign up for; the office does not have access to teacher schedules.

Student Life & Discipleship Practices

I am always so grateful to work and send my children to a place that emphasizes not only academics but also partners with us to create disciples of Jesus. Our discipleship practices: Word rooted, God glorifying, beauty creating, image reflecting, wisdom seeking, kingdom bringing, creation keeping, community growing, grace breathing, servant living and order discovering all speak to how we live a life following Jesus. At Pine Ridge we will work together to help kids see those practices in themselves and others. When they struggle, as we all do at times we will walk alongside them and firmly but gently help them to refocus.

This year you will hear these discipleship practices and our PR expectations go hand in hand. They are meant to help keep things simple and yet rooted in how the Word asks us to live. As a reward for going above and beyond our PR expectations, students will earn tickets. Each ticket will be placed into their grade level container to be entered into a raffle to win a small gift card, classroom experience (doughnut holes tend to be a favorite!) or prize from the PR Treasure Chest. The raffle winners will also be recognized in chapel on Monday as a “Spotlight Student” AND have their picture highlighted on the wall to celebrate their going above and beyond. As a school, we hope these fun incentives will build a great sense of community and celebration of each other’s successes.

One way that you as parents can help support these celebrations is by signing up and providing a few $5 gift cards. You can sign up here and we request that gift cards be brought in by September 3 so we can start celebrating our wonderful Pine Ridge students.

Thank you for your support and partnership this year!

Absences

Please call or email the school office at 616.820.3505 any time before 8:15am to let us know each day your child will be absent. You may leave a voicemail at any time and it will be checked in the morning when the office opens.

Pine Ridge Carpool Line Reminders

• Always use the Graafscaap Road/60th Street entrance and exit.
• Always pull ALL THE WAY up to the traffic cone (or the car in front of you).
• Never stop in the traffic circle. This needs to be clear in case of an emergency as well as for the buses.
• Parent pickup is in front of school; it is not at the baseball fields.
• Please use your hazard lights at pickup and leave them on until your student is in the car.

Moms in Prayer

Moms in Prayer will be starting back up again this school year on September 5 at Providence Church (across from the middle school) 8:30-9:30am. We look forward to welcoming any moms who would like to partner in prayer for this school year! Please email Nicole Shook for any questions.

Medications at School

If your child needs to take medication at school–either prescription or over the counter (including inhalers!)--we need an updated form signed by their physician each school year. If you have not done this yet, please do so ASAP. The necessary form is on our Medical Information & Forms page.

If you have questions, you may also contact Holland Christian’s school nurse, Lindsey Prentice. She will help you set up a plan for the office to assist in administering the medication. For safety reasons, Holland Christian Schools is not able to dispense any medication to our students without a doctor’s order. Thank you!

Food Services

For students taking hot lunch, please make sure deposit money into your student’s online portal before they order! If you have any questions about lunches, please contact Sue.

PowerSchool

PowerSchool is our student information database. You will want to bookmark this site! There is also an app available for PowerSchool for your phone which can be very helpful.  If there is a change in your phone number or address any time during the school year, it is important that we are informed right away. Parents can update their information on PowerSchool directly on the Demographics Change tab. This assures up-to-date contact information for your child.

You must update your demographic information in PowerSchool each fall with your latest and most accurate contact information. Simply login, then either an “update demographic screen” will automatically pop up, or simply click the “change demographics” button on the left of the screen. This information is necessary for field trip participation, emergency response and treatment, student photo permission, and for the office to easily be able to contact a parent or guardian as needed or desired. When listing your child’s emergency contacts, please be sure to list two contacts other than yourself.

Elementary Handbook

The Elementary Handbook is a great resource for parents providing important details on things like our curriculum, discipline policy, technology policy, etc.

Important Website Links

• School Calendar
• School Transportation

Calendar

September:

• 4: No school: Labor Day
• 7: No school: Labor Day
• 8: School resumes
• 24: School pictures

October:

• 7: Grandparent & Grandfriend Day
• 8: Parent teacher conferences
• 12: Parent teacher conferences
• 14-16: No school: CEA Convention
• 29: Picture retakes

Welcome back, Pine Ridge families!

As we prepare our classrooms and learning spaces for an amazing new school year, my heart is already filled with excitement for all the wonderful experiences we have planned for your children and your family. Now that our staff is back in the office, there is an unmistakable buzz of anticipation as we count down the days until our students return!

We are truly blessed that you have chosen to be part of the Pine Ridge family this year. One of my greatest joys has already begun—I have been praying for each of your children by name as we look forward to a year of growth, learning, friendships, and fun.

I hope your family enjoys these last precious weeks of summer. Be sure to stop by and say hello at our Ice Cream Social—I would love to see you! It’s the perfect way to reconnect, meet new friends, and kick off what is sure to be an incredible school year.

We can’t wait to welcome you back. Here’s to a fantastic year together!

Mrs. Dinah Pereira

Announcements

All Things Back to School

Here are all the things you need to get ready for back to school

• PR Class lists
• HCS District School Calendar
• Supply list
• Drop off/Pick up
• Homeschool connection letter 

Staffing Updates

• We have a new Discovery encore class and welcome Mrs. Johanna Heisler as the teacher. 
• Fifth grade is growing! We are welcoming Mrs. Stephanie Stein as our newest 5th grade classic teacher. She has previously helped in many capacities but most recently with our forest program. 
• Fourth grade teachers have changed their names! Miss Kirsten Crouse is now Mrs. Litwiller and Miss Olivia Kuiper is now Mrs. Hall. Congratulations to them both on their summer weddings!

Office Hours

The office is open daily 9-3. Please note: we will be closed a few times to attend trainings and other meetings. A note will be posted on the door if we are unavailable.

Absences

Please call or email the school office at 616.820.3505 any time before 8:15am to let us know each day your child will be absent. You may leave a voicemail at any time and it will be checked in the morning when the office opens.

Moms in Prayer

Before/After School Care: 26-27

The doors at Pine Ridge open at 7:50 each school morning and students are dismissed at 3:15 each afternoon. If you need care outside of these hours, please check out the Before/After School Programs.

Medications at School:

If your child needs to take medication at school including an inhaler, we need an updated form signed by their physician each school year. If you have not done this yet, please do so asap. The medication forms can be found on the Medical Information and Forms Page for your convenience. You are welcome to email Lindsey Prentice, our school nurse. She will help you set up a plan for the office to assist in administering the medication. For safety reasons, Holland Christian Schools is not able to dispense any medication (prescription or non-prescription) to our students without a doctor’s order and students are not allowed to be in possession of ANY medication with the exceptions of an epipen or inhaler. Thank you!

Lost & Found

The lost and found album is where we post items that have been misplaced by students. Please be sure to check this album often so items can make it back to the correct home.

Student Life & Discipleship Practices

I am so blessed to have two boys who are wonderfully made—and wonderfully different! In our house, whenever we’re getting ready for a transition or trying something new, I can count on hearing at least ten questions a day: What time are we leaving? What will happen there? What does it look like? Will there be other kids? Am I going to be able to…? The questions seem endless! But honestly, they’re completely normal. God created us with minds that like to prepare, understand what to expect, and think things through before stepping into something new.

The start of a new school year is no different. We want our students to have as many of their questions answered as possible before they walk through our doors. When children know what to expect, they are more likely to feel safe, confident, and ready to enter a space that will become their home away from home throughout the year.

At Pine Ridge, we want to make that transition as simple, welcoming, and meaningful as possible. Over the coming months, you’ll hopefully hear your child talking about our Discipleship Practices and our PR Expectations.

Our 12 Discipleship Practices are designed to partner with you as you disciple your children to know, love, and follow Jesus. You’ll see these practices throughout the HC campus and in every classroom as they become part of our daily rhythms.

Woven into each Discipleship Practice are our PR Expectations: Practice Respect, Practice Responsibility, and Practice Positive Relationships. These shared expectations give both students and adults a common language for how we care for one another, learn together, and build a Christ-centered community.

Our prayer is that these intentional, proactive practices create a school environment where every child feels known, safe, and encouraged—a place where learning, growth, and caring relationships can flourish all year long.

PowerSchool

PowerSchool is our student information database. You will want to bookmark this site! There is also an app available for PowerSchool for your phone which can be very helpful.  If there is a change in your phone number or address any time during the school year, it is important that we are informed right away. Parents can update their information on PowerSchool directly on the Demographics Change tab. This assures up-to-date contact information for your child.

You must update your demographic information in PowerSchool each fall with your latest and most accurate contact information. Simply login, then either an “update demographic screen” will automatically pop up, or simply click the “change demographics” button on the left of the screen. This information is necessary for field trip participation, emergency response and treatment, student photo permission, and for the office to easily be able to contact a parent or guardian as needed or desired. When listing your child’s emergency contacts, please be sure to list two contacts other than yourself.

Food Services

Please remember to add money to your child’s online lunch portal. If you have any questions about lunches, please contact Sue.

Important Website Links

• School Calendar
• School Transportation
• The Elementary Handbook

Calendar

August:

• 3: Office Hours resume at Pine Ridge (9am-3pm)
• 7: All new student paperwork is due via email/mail/drop-off to the office
• 20: Pine Ridge Ice Cream Social 6:30-7:30pm
• 25: First day of school for preschool-12th grade, full day
• 27: Parent information night (parents only) at 6:30pm- 7:45pm.

September

• 4: No school
• 7: No school: Labor Day

Dear Pine Ridge families,

As we wrap up another wonderful school year, we want to take a moment to celebrate all the joy, growth, and memories we’ve shared together. This year has been filled with curiosity, laughter, creativity, and so many meaningful moments that reminded us how special this community truly is.

We are incredibly proud of all that the children have accomplished — from new friendships and academic achievements to acts of kindness, perseverance, and most importantly the growth that each child has had in their spiritual walk with God is amazing to see. Each child’s growth has been one of the greatest joys of all.

Thank you for your continued support, encouragement, and partnership. Your involvement and trust help make our school a warm and inspiring place to learn every day.

We hope your summer is filled with rest, adventure, and time together as a family! Wishing you a safe, happy, and memorable summer!

Dinah

Announcements

5th Grade Families

5th grade celebration (graduation) will be Tuesday, June 2. 5th grade parents are invited to join us at 2pm as we send off our 5th graders to their next adventure at the middle school.

Class Lists

The 26-27 class lists will be available and sent out via email the beginning of July. Supply lists will also be sent out at this time.

Before/After School Care: 26-27

The doors at Pine Ridge open at 7:50 each school morning and students are dismissed at 3:15 each afternoon. If you need care outside of these hours, please check out the Before/After School Programs.

Summer Office Hours

• June 4:The office will be closed in the morning due to an off-site meeting
• June 5: The office will be open from 9am-2pm to assist parents.
• August 3: The office will reopen daily from 9am-3pm, and then resume regular office hours when school begins. There will be a few dates TBD for beginning of the school year all-staff off-site meetings, and those dates will be posted on the door once they become available.

Medical Paperwork 26-27

Any medication prescription or OTC including an inhaler needs a signed form from the doctor before the first day of school. Medications must be stored in the office. Students are not allowed to be in possession of ANY medication with the exceptions of an epipen or inhaler.

• Medication Forms

Non-Medical Exemptions (Formerly Waivers) Information:

If your child is a new student coming to HC from a different school district (HC is IN-DISTRICT with Holland Public Schools), your old non-medical exemption is invalid, and you will need to schedule an appointment. If your child with (currently has) a non-medical exemption and is returning to Holland Christian for the 26-27 school year, your current non-medical exemption on file is good unless you have chosen to complete a vaccine series during the year that was waived on the non-medical exemption

Please have all new student paperwork turned in before August 7th. This gives the office time to process everything before the 1st day.

Lost & Found

The lost and found album is updated! Please claim your child’s items. All remaining items will be donated to Ditto after our final day of school on Wednesday, June 4.

Thank You!

Thank you to the parent team for hosting and to all who purchased from our book fairs! With the profit we were able to purchase hundreds of new books for our Pine Ridge and South Side libraries, including high interest fiction at a variety of reading levels, and curriculum related nonfiction.

Food Services

Please remember to pay off your child’s online lunch portal!  Also, please note that refunds are NOT given at the end of the year; money is transferred to the next school year.

If you have any questions about lunches, please contact Sue.

Student Life & Discipleship Practices

Throughout this school year, our students have spent meaningful time learning and practicing our discipleship practices through chapel groups, worship experiences, and daily classroom devotions. These intentional moments have helped us meet each child where they are spiritually, encouraging them to grow in faith, build Christ-centered relationships, and learn what it means to walk in the way Jesus would lead us. Through prayer, worship, Scripture, and conversation, we have seen students develop compassionate hearts, deeper understanding, and a stronger connection to God and one another. It has been a joy to walk alongside them as they continue growing in both faith and character.

Important Website Links

• School Calendar
• School Transportation
• The Elementary Handbook

Calendar

June:

• 3: Half day: Last day

July:

• Class lists and supply lists will be sent out this month!

August:

• 3: Office Hours resume at Pine Ridge (9am-2pm)
• 7: All new student paperwork is due via email/mail/drop-off to the office
• 20: Pine Ridge Ice Cream Social 6:30-7:30pm
• 25: First day of school for preschool-12th grade, full day
• 26: Parent information night (parents only) at 6:30pm- tentative

September

• 4: No school
• 7: No school: Labor Day

Happy Spring Pine Ridge families!

Spring has officially settled over our school, bringing brighter mornings, blooming flowers along the playground, and a renewed buzz of energy in the classrooms. Students are arriving with lighter jackets and bigger smiles, It is fun to hear the stories of outdoor adventures and watch the trees slowly turn green again. Our bird perch is coming along and we’ve even spotted some feathery friends there! Inside the building, the rhythm of the school year feels renewed as welll—projects are being completed, skills are coming together, and confidence is growing in every corner. We look forward to our field days, class field trips, and final lessons-  a celebration in progress! Thank you for continuing to partner with us as we finish the year strong!

With joy,

Mrs. Dinah Pereira

Announcements

Outdoor Learning

Many of our classes in both Forest and classic are spending time off campus and outdoors. Please be sure to keep up with your child’s classroom blog and make sure they are properly equipped for the day! The office has a VERY limited supply of extra gear.

Tulip Time ’26

3rd and 4th grade families: Tulip Time information has been sent home this week with your student. Please make sure the pickup sheet is turned back in to your child’s teacher as soon as possible! Feel free to add 2 options if you aren’t positive yet who is doing the pickup. Also, there is no hot lunch this day; all students will need a home lunch.

5th grade families: 5th grade students do not march in the parade with Pine Ridge. Your child does have the option to help by marching with South Side. Please have your child sign up in the office if they’d like to participate. South Side needs 12 volunteers this year. If your child is not participating, they will need to be picked up at 11:30am. There is no busing!

Swimming Lessons

Swimming lessons will be happening May 11- 22 for 3rd and 4th graders this year. Please see your child’s blog for more information on when their specific lesson will be and when parents are invited to watch.

Lost & Found

The lost and found album is updated regularly. Please keep checking it out and having your child claim the things that belong to you!

Food Services

Please remember to keep an eye on your child’s online lunch portal if they take hot lunch. Also, please note that refunds are NOT given at the end of the year; money is transferred to the next school year.

If you have any questions about lunches, please contact Sue.

Yearbooks

If you did not order a yearbook this fall when pictures were taken, but would like to have one yet, please sign up on the Geskus Website. If you are unsure, please email the PR office and we can help you.

Student Life & Discipleship Practices

Through our intentional discipleship practices, we’ve seen wonderful growth in our kids both behaviorally and spiritually this year. They are not only gaining a deeper understanding of their faith, but also learning how to live it out in everyday situations. This is evident in the way they show increasing respect toward leaders and peers, take responsibility for their actions, and build healthier, more positive relationships with one another. We were encouraged by how well our coin collection went and we were able to provide 300 breakfast, lunch and hygiene bags for Gateway Mission, who  provides so much for those in need in our community. Kids were excited to be a part of that process by decorating bags, making encouraging cards and packing. Moments that once required constant correction are now opportunities where they demonstrate patience, kindness, and self-awareness. Most encouraging is seeing how Jesus is actively working through them—shaping their hearts and  guiding their choices. We will finish the year strong with one more whole school celebration coming soon! It is truly a joy to watch them grow together and we love partnering with you!

From Parent Board

Interested in joining the South Side + Pine Ridge parent team next year? Email the office and we will get you connected!

Pine Ridge Carpool Line

Please remember that you may turn only right out of the parking lot between 3:15-3:45pm so we can still get cars in and out as quickly and safely as possible!

Also, remember to pull ALL the way up to the bike rack even if the weather isn’t ideal for drop off (and pickup!) so we can fit as many cars in as possible. We cannot stop in the circle for any reason!

Tardies

The doors at Pine Ridge lock at 8:15 each morning. If your child arrives after 8:15, they will be marked tardy. Thank you for helping us get learning started right away in the morning and utilizing all the time we have!

Moms in Prayer

Moms in Prayer meets Fridays at Providence Church across from HCMS from 8:30-9:30am. We look forward to welcoming any moms who would like to partner in prayer for this school year! Please email Nicole Shook for any questions.

HC Technology Reminders

Personal technology items are not allowed to be used or be visible from the time a student enters school in the morning until the final bell rings. Please do not send personal technology to school, including smartwatches. If such items are seen by a teacher, the student will be asked to put them in their backpack for the remainder of the day and take them home; if seen a second time, the item will be placed in the office for a parent to pick up at the end of the day.

If parents need to communicate with their student, they can send an email to or call the office at 616.820.3505 to have a note delivered. Thank you for helping us make learning a priority!

Medications at School

As a reminder, no student may be in possession of any medication over the counter or otherwise. The only exceptions are an epipen or inhaler with the correct forms completed in the office!

Food Services

Please remember to keep an eye on your child’s online lunch portal if they take hot lunch. If you have any questions about lunches, please contact Sue.

PowerSchool

PowerSchool is our student information database. You will want to bookmark this site! There is also an app available for PowerSchool for your phone which can be very helpful. If there is a change in your phone number or address at any time during the school year, it is important that we are informed right away. Parents can update their information on PowerSchool directly on the Demographics Change tab. This assures up-to-date contact information for your child.

Elementary Handbook

The Elementary Handbook is a great resource for parents providing important details on things like our curriculum, discipline policy, technology policy, etc.

Important Website Links

• School Calendar
• School Transportation

Calendar

May:

• 7: Half day: Tulip Time Parade
• 25: No school: Memorial Day

June:

• 3: Half day: Last day

Announcements

Parent-Teacher Conferences

Thank you so much for taking the time out of your schedules to meet with your child’s teacher! We truly appreciate your time, prayers, support, and partnership in your child’s education.

Spring Program

What a great night of worship together! Thank you for joining us and celebrating the Joy of the Lord with our students at Pine Ridge, South Side and Forest School.

5th Grade Families

Save the Date: April 23. Holland Christian Middle School invites 5th grade parents to come to our Spring Launch Night! Meet the staff, hear about the academic and extra curricular opportunities, and get a head start on understanding the transition to the middle school. More details to come as we get closer.

Tulip Time ’26

We have asked for your child’s costume preference for the Tulip Time parade this year. If you have not already filled it out, please fill out this Tulip Time Survey so we can make sure we are prepared with the correct props.

Yearbooks

If you did not order a yearbook this fall when pictures were taken, but would like to have one yet, please sign up on the Geskus Website. If you are unsure, please email the PR office and we can help you.

Student Life & Discipleship Practices

At Pine Ridge this month, we had the joy of participating in our spring program—a special time of worship and community. Together, we shared the message of Jesus and glorified Him through songs we practiced (a lot! 😊). I was so proud of the incredible effort our students and staff put into making it such a meaningful evening.

The kids were excited to express their love for and honor of Jesus with all of you. It was a beautiful night that brought students, staff, and families together to celebrate, connect, and share—making this season of renewal feel even more full and joyful.

As I walked through the foyer of Christ Memorial, I could see the pride and joy on the faces of children and adults alike. It was a wonderful night.

Thank you for being such a joy-filled part of what makes Pine Ridge so special!

Pianos

Pine Ridge currently has two upright pianos in our storage room that are available for new homes. If you or someone you know is interested in a piano, please email the office. You will need to arrange transportation for the piano.

Swimming Lessons

Holland Christian elementary students have the privilege of receiving swimming lessons for two weeks during the school day each year through the Holland Aquatic Center. Because our children are blessed to be raised in Michigan surrounded by bodies of water, we believe this safety instruction is a blessing that we pray they will never need, but that we still feel responsible to equip them with, even if this program is a little uncomfortable for some children. If you find yourself pondering over the “why” of lessons, please listen to HC mom Jenny White on the why swim safety. This HCAC Swim School welcome video can help you understand a bit about the logistics. Any questions, please feel free to contact the Pine Ridge office.

Swimming lessons will be happening May 11- 22 for 3rd and 4th graders this year.

From Parent Board

Thank you so much to those who contributed to the staff meal during conferences. We couldn’t have done it without you!

Interested in joining the South Side + Pine Ridge parent team next year? Email the office and we will get you connected!

Lost & Found

The lost and found album is updated regularly. Please keep checking it out and having your child claim the things that belong to you!

Pine Ridge Carpool Line

Please remember that you may turn only right out of the parking lot between 3:15-3:45pm so we can still get cars in and out as quickly and safely as possible!

Also, remember to pull ALL the way up to the bike rack even if the weather isn’t ideal for drop off (and pickup!) so we can fit as many cars in as possible. We cannot stop in the circle for any reason!

Tardies

The doors at Pine Ridge lock at 8:15 each morning. If your child arrives after 8:15, they will be marked tardy. Thank you for helping us get learning started right away in the morning and utilizing all the time we have!

Moms in Prayer

Moms in Prayer meets Fridays at Providence Church across from HCMS from 8:30-9:30am. We look forward to welcoming any moms who would like to partner in prayer for this school year! Please email Nicole Shook for any questions.

HC Technology Reminders

Personal technology items are not allowed to be used or be visible from the time a student enters school in the morning until the final bell rings. Please do not send personal technology to school, including smartwatches. If such items are seen by a teacher, the student will be asked to put them in their backpack for the remainder of the day and take them home; if seen a second time, the item will be placed in the office for a parent to pick up at the end of the day.

If parents need to communicate with their student, they can send an email to or call the office to have a note delivered. Thank you for helping us make learning a priority!

Medications at School

As a reminder, no student may be in possession of any medication over the counter or otherwise. The only exceptions are an epipen or inhaler with the correct forms completed in the office!

Food Services

Please remember to keep an eye on your child’s online lunch portal if they take hot lunch. If you have any questions about lunches, please contact Sue.

PowerSchool

PowerSchool is our student information database. You will want to bookmark this site! There is also an app available for PowerSchool for your phone which can be very helpful. If there is a change in your phone number or address at any time during the school year, it is important that we are informed right away. Parents can update their information on PowerSchool directly on the Demographics Change tab. This assures up-to-date contact information for your child.

Elementary Handbook

The Elementary Handbook is a great resource for parents providing important details on things like our curriculum, discipline policy, technology policy, etc.

Important Website Links

• School Calendar
• School Transportation

Calendar

April:

• 3-10: No school: Spring break
• 13: School resumes

May:

• 7: Half Day: Tulip Time Parade
• 25: No school: Memorial Day

June:

• 3: Half Day: Last Day

Spring is such a special and hopeful time here in Michigan. It reminds me that even the coldest and greyest of winters will eventually turn into blue skies and sunny days. This month we focused our attention on discipleship and what it means to follow and lead. It is easy for some of us to want to lead and even in those moments we are reminded that Jesus is the ultimate leader of his flock. We used our chapel group time to talk about the path in which the Lord leads and guides us; we also found ways to see the Lord in nature and our daily lives. We are grateful at Pine Ridge for a school that helps us stay focused on who we are as children of God and disciples to a wonderful King. I pray this spring gives you a chance to reflect and see the paths in which the Lord has called us to.

Joyfully serving,
Dinah

Announcements

Parent-Teacher Conferences

Parent-teacher conferences are coming up! You should have received an email on February 12 from the administration office with instructions on how to register for conferences. If you need them resent or are having trouble, please email the office. Please remember to note the time and date as the office does not have access to teacher schedules.

• Thursday, March 26: 4-8pm
• Monday, March 30: 4-8pm

Spring Program

Pine Ridge, along with South Side and Forest School will be holding our Spring Program on Thursday, March 12 from 6:30-7:30pm at Christ Memorial. Our students should arrive between 6:00-6:15 to meet with their teachers in the lobby. Families will head into the sanctuary to be seated by 6:20. Please remember this will be a packed house event! Squeeze in as many as you can to each row.

Food Services is Hiring!

Running Clubs

We are still looking for some volunteer coaches for both of our running clubs! Please email the office with any questions. This is a great way to get involved.

From Parent Board

Parents! We would love to support our Pine Ridge teachers with a meal for parent-teacher conferences on March 26. Please sign up at Pine Ridge Conference Meal Sign Up

Doughnuts at Dawn

Parent Board will be hosting Donuts at Dawn on March 6 as a special time for students to gather with a parent or other special adult for a treat in the gym before school. Please join us at 7:45am in the gym! Due to space, please bring only one adult. Younger (non school aged!) siblings are welcome. PR Donuts at Dawn invite

5th Grade Families

Save the Date: April 23. Holland Christian Middle School invites 5th grade parents to come to our Spring Launch Night! Meet the staff, hear about the academic and extra curricular opportunities, and get a head start on understanding the transition to the middle school. More details to come as we get closer.

Student Life & Discipleship Practices

THANK YOU to those who helped make the Winter Olympics a success at Pine Ridge this past month! It is so cool to see what creative ideas kids can come up with through indoor and outdoor engineering. Pine Ridgers have worked hard to show their growth and understanding of what it means to live like a disciple and follow our PR expectations. These last few months of school do sometimes bring the need to re-teach and re-emphasis some of the expectations, but students are willing and ready to help each other. We remind students of our call to be “community growing” and “God glorifying” as we learn and play. Practice Respect, Practice Responsibility, Practice positive Relationships.

 

Lost & Found

The lost and found album is updated regularly. Please keep checking it out and having your child claim the things that belong to you!

Pine Ridge Carpool Line

Please remember that you may turn only right out of the parking lot between 3:15-3:45pm so we can still get cars in and out as quickly and safely as possible!

Also, remember to pull ALL the way up to the bike rack even if the weather isn’t ideal for drop off (and pickup!) so we can fit as many cars in as possible. We cannot stop in the circle for any reason during those times.

Tardies

The doors at Pine Ridge lock at 8:15 each morning. If your child arrives after 8:15, they will be marked tardy. Thank you for helping us get learning started right away in the morning and utilizing all the time we have!

Swimming Lessons

Holland Christian elementary students have the privilege of receiving swimming lessons for two weeks during the school day each year through the Holland Aquatic Center. Because our children are blessed to be raised in Michigan surrounded by bodies of water, we believe this safety instruction is a blessing that we pray they will never need, but that we still feel responsible to equip them with, even if this program is a little uncomfortable for some children. If you find yourself pondering over the “why” of lessons, please listen to HC mom Jenny White on the why swim safety. This HCAC Swim School welcome video can help you understand a bit about the logistics. Any questions, please feel free to contact the Pine Ridge office.

Swimming lessons will be happening May 11- 22 for 3rd and 4th graders this year.

Moms in Prayer

Moms in Prayer meets Fridays at Providence Church across from HCMS from 8:30-9:30am. We look forward to welcoming any moms who would like to partner in prayer for this school year! Please email Nicole Shook for any questions.

HC Technology Reminders

Personal technology items are not allowed to be used or be visible from the time a student enters school in the morning until the final bell rings. Please do not send personal technology to school including smartwatches. If such items are seen by a teacher, the student will be asked to put them in their backpack for the remainder of the day and take them home; if seen a second time, the item will be placed in the office for a parent to pick up at the end of the day.

If parents need to communicate with their student, they can send an email to or call the office to have a note delivered. Thank you for helping us make learning a priority!

Medications at School

As a reminder, no student may be in possession of any medication over the counter or otherwise. The only exceptions are an epipen or inhaler with the correct forms completed in the office!

Food Services

Please remember to keep an eye on your child’s online lunch portal if they take hot lunch. If you have any questions about lunches, please contact Sue.

PowerSchool

PowerSchool is our student information database. You will want to bookmark this site! There is also an app available for PowerSchool for your phone which can be very helpful. If there is a change in your phone number or address at any time during the school year, it is important that we are informed right away. Parents can update their information on PowerSchool directly on the Demographics Change tab. This assures up-to-date contact information for your child.

Elementary Handbook

The Elementary Handbook is a great resource for parents providing important details on things like our curriculum, discipline policy, technology policy, etc.

Important Website Links

• School Calendar
• School Transportation

Calendar

March:

• 12: Spring Program at Christ Memorial
• 13: End of 3rd quarter
• 16: No School: Teacher Work Day
• 20: Report cards
• 26: Parent-teacher conferences 4-8pm
• 30: Parent-teacher conferences 4-8pm

April:

• 3-10: No school: Spring Break
• 13: School resumes

January was truly a testament to the wonders of what nature can do. We are so grateful to be joyfully back into our school routine and hope to continue in that rhythm.

As I walked through the halls the other day, I found myself just behind a few third grade students heading to recess. As they talked, I overheard one say, “We should look for kids to play with who might need a friend on the playground today.” Another student replied, “Yeah, I don’t like it when I can’t find a friend to play with.” I was tempted to stop and affirm their thoughtful words and kind intentions, but I didn’t want to interrupt what was such a beautiful example of pure, genuine, and unprompted hospitality.

This past month, we have been leaning into what it truly means to show hospitality and welcome others. It goes beyond inviting someone to play, sit, or eat together—it reflects a sincere desire for others to feel seen, welcomed, and valued.

My hope and prayer is that this month, you and your family find new and refreshing ways to extend hospitality and care to those around you.

In Christ,
Dinah

Announcements

Wacky Wednesdays

• February 4: PJ Day
• February 11: Sports day (NO equipment, just clothing please!)
• February 18: Hawaiian Day
• February 25: Backwards Day

The winning class each week (largest % of students participating) will get a hot chocolate party provided by our Parent Board!

Parent-Teacher Conferences

Parent-teacher conferences are coming up! You will receive an email from the administration office with instructions on how to register for conferences in a few weeks. Please remember to note the time and date as the office does not have access to teacher schedules.

• Thursday, March 26: 4-8pm
• Monday, March 30: 4-8pm

Spring Program

Pine Ridge, along with South Side and Forest School will be holding our Spring Program on Thursday, March 12 from 6:30-7:30pm at Christ Memorial. More details will follow.

Tardies

The doors at Pine Ridge lock at 8:15 each morning. If your child arrives after 8:15, they will be marked tardy. Thank you for helping us get learning started right away in the morning and utilizing all the time we have!

Running Clubs

For boys: TTQ is a fun, high energy after school program designed exclusively for boys in 3rd-5th grade; it incorporates strength and stretching exercises, activities designed to help develop a healthy lifestyle along with training for a 5K. The spring running season begins the week of March 16th, with a final 5K on May 16th. Please contact our head coach Kristen Chan if you are able to be a parent helper; her contact info is on this TTQ Flyer.

For girls, there is Pine Ridge Girls Running Club, a club organized and run by parent volunteers. It follows much the same organization of TTQ with 2 practices a week, held right after school. This running club will culminate in the Tulip Time Run on Saturday, May 2. Please contact the Pine Ridge office if you can help us by being a coach for this event!

Student Life & Discipleship

As we step into a brand-new year, we’re invited to dream big—setting new goals, making fresh plans, and discovering new ways to grow. During chapel this month, I challenged students to think about what NEW things God might be calling them to do: inviting a new friend to play, trying a new hobby, or finding a fresh way to encourage someone else. Together, we explored what it means to be Kingdom builders and Image reflectors—understanding that we help build God’s Kingdom when we reflect the image of Jesus in our words and actions.

The students were all in! They eagerly shared creative ideas for reaching out to others—not just through giving “items” like food or clothing, but through kindness, service, and intentional actions. Their excitement was contagious, and we’re looking forward to trying some of these ideas in the coming months.

That same enthusiasm is carrying over into their personal growth as well. Students are motivated to set new goals and demonstrate discipleship through respectful and responsible choices. This month alone, nearly 500 tickets were earned and turned in for meeting or exceeding PR expectations—what an incredible accomplishment! It has been so rewarding to watch students connect these behaviors to real-life situations and imagine how they can live them out in our community.

Thank you for partnering with us as we learn, grow, and joyfully work together to build the Kingdom of God!

Practice Respect, Practice Responsibility, Practice positive Relationships.

Lost & Found

The lost and found album is updated regularly. Please keep checking it out and having your child claim the things that belong to you!

Pine Ridge Carpool Line

Just in case you need a refresher after break on our carpool procedures:

• Use the Graafschap Road/60th Street entrance and exit.
• Always pull ALL THE WAY up to the bike racks (or the car in front of you).
• Never stop in the traffic circle. This needs to be clear in case of an emergency as well as for the buses.
• Parent pickup is in front of school; it is not at the baseball fields, the tennis courts or anywhere else!
• Please use your hazard lights at pickup and leave them on until your student is in the car.
• The only children permitted to walk are those who are walking/biking directly home or their parent is a staff member of Holland Christian.

Swimming Lessons

Holland Christian elementary students have the privilege of receiving swimming lessons for two weeks during the school day each year through the Holland Aquatic Center. Because our children are blessed to be raised in Michigan surrounded by bodies of water, we believe this safety instruction is a blessing that we pray they will never need, but that we still feel responsible to equip them with, even if this program is a little uncomfortable for some children. If you find yourself pondering over the “why” of lessons, please listen to HC mom Jenny White on the why swim safety. This HCAC Swim School welcome video can help you understand a bit about the logistics. Any questions please feel free to contact the Pine Ridge office.

Swimming lessons will be happening May 11- 22 for 3rd and 4th graders this year.

Moms in Prayer

Moms in Prayer meets Fridays at Providence Church across from the middle school from 8:30-9:30am. We look forward to welcoming any moms who would like to partner in prayer for this school year! Please email Nicole Shook for any questions.

HC Technology Reminders

Personal technology is not necessary in a school setting and disrupts the learning environment. This includes, but is not limited to:

• Cell phones
• Smartwatches
• personal laptops
• MP3 players
• any other non-school-issued personal technology.

These items are not allowed to be used or be visible from the time a student enters school in the morning until the final bell rings. If a student needs to use their device, they must receive direct permission from a staff member. Please do not send personal technology to school including smartwatches. If such items are seen by a teacher, the student will be asked to put them in their backpack for the remainder of the day and take them home; if seen a second time, the item will be placed in the office for a parent to pick up at the end of the day.

If parents need to communicate with their student, they can send an email to or call the office to have a note delivered. Thank you for helping us make learning a priority!

Medications at School

As a reminder, no student may be in possession of any medication over the counter or otherwise. The only exceptions are an epipen or inhaler with the correct forms completed in the office!

Food Services

For students taking hot lunch, please deposit money into your student’s online portal before they order! If you have any questions about lunches, please contact Sue.

PowerSchool

PowerSchool is our student information database. You will want to bookmark this site! There is also an app available for PowerSchool for your phone which can be very helpful. If there is a change in your phone number or address at any time during the school year, it is important that we are informed right away. Parents can update their information on PowerSchool directly on the Demographics Change tab. This assures up-to-date contact information for your child.

Elementary Handbook

The Elementary Handbook is a great resource for parents providing important details on things like our curriculum, discipline policy, technology policy, etc.

Important Website Links

• School Calendar
• School Transportation

Calendar

February:

• 13-16: No school: Winter break

March:

• 12: Spring Program at Christ Memorial
• 13: End of 3rd quarter
• 20: Report cards
• 26: Parent-teacher conferences 4-8pm
• 30: Parent-teacher conferences 4-8pm

Our school has been buzzing with excitement this past month. We were able to celebrate the most wonderful time of the year, when we remember Jesus’ birth, but more than that, the fact that He came to save us! It was a blessing to hear from Mr. Russ, the 5th grade music class, Mr. Schrotenboer, and the students themselves as they sang and spoke of Jesus. Our community continues to flourish as students grow not only in knowledge, but also in faith, joy, and gratitude, nurtured under the loving care and guidance of our teachers, staff, and the entire HC community. As I walk through classrooms I can hear students speak of how they are growing and learning to see the goodness of God at work in our school and in their own lives. I pray that you are also able to see yourself and your family flourishing under God’s provision and grace this new year.

In Christ,
Dinah Pereira

Announcements

Technology Reminders

Just a reminder if your student received some new technology for Christmas: Personal technology is not necessary in a school setting and disrupts the learning environment. This includes, but is not limited to:

• Cell phones
• Smartwatches
• personal laptops
• MP3 players
• any other non-school-issued personal technology.

These items are not allowed to be used or be visible from the time a student enters school in the morning until the final bell rings. If a student needs to use their device, they must receive direct permission from a staff member. Please do not send personal technology to school including smartwatches. If such items are seen by a teacher, the student will be asked to put them in their backpack for the remainder of the day and take them home; if seen a second time, the item will be placed in the office for a parent to pick up at the end of the day.

If parents need to communicate with their student, they can send an email to or call the office to have a note delivered. Thank you for helping us make learning a priority!

Save the Date

Pine Ridge, along with South Side and Forest School will be holding our Spring Program on Thursday, March 12 from 6:30-7:30pm at Christ Memorial. More details will follow.

Tardies

The doors at Pine Ridge lock at 8:15 each morning. If your child arrives after 8:15, they will be marked tardy. Thank you for helping us get learning started right away in the morning and utilizing all the time we have!

Running Clubs

Do you have a love for youth fitness? Are you looking for a way to invest in the students at Pine Ridge? This spring, we hope to have running clubs for both girls and boys. If you are interested in coaching or helping with either of these teams, please let the office know!

Student Life & Discipleship

This month, we had the opportunity to truly lean into Servant Living and community growth at Pine Ridge. Through this initiative, our students were able to stock not only shelves, but also hearts, by supporting three local organizations right here in our community: Rest Haven, Positive Options, and Hope Packages.

Together, we collected, packed, and helped deliver nearly 400 items for each organization, making a meaningful impact on those they serve. One of the most memorable moments was when students personally delivered the boxes to Rest Haven while caroling for the residents throughout the month of December. This experience brought joy to both the residents and our students and highlighted the power of service and connection.

Throughout this project, students demonstrated strong leadership, responsibility, and a genuine commitment to cultivating relationships within our community. It was inspiring to see them live out the values of compassion, generosity, and service in such a tangible way.

Practice Respect, Practice Responsibility, Practice positive Relationships.

Lost and Found

The lost and found album is updated regularly. Please keep checking it out and having your child claim the things that belong to you!

Pine Ridge Carpool Line

Just in case you need a refresher after break on our carpool procedures:

• Use the Graafschap Road/60th Street entrance and exit.
• Always pull ALL THE WAY up to the bike racks (or the car in front of you).
• Never stop in the traffic circle. This needs to be clear in case of an emergency as well as for the buses.
• Parent pickup is in front of school; it is not at the baseball fields, the tennis courts or anywhere else!
• Please use your hazard lights at pickup and leave them on until your student is in the car.
• The only children permitted to walk are those who are walking/biking directly home or their parent is a staff member of Holland Christian.

Swimming Lessons

Holland Christian elementary students have the privilege of receiving swimming lessons for two weeks during the school day each year through the Holland Aquatic Center. Because our children are blessed to be raised in Michigan surrounded by bodies of water, we believe this safety instruction is a blessing that we pray they will never need, but that we still feel responsible to equip them with, even if this program is a little uncomfortable for some children. If you find yourself pondering over the “why” of lessons, please listen to HC mom Jenny White on the why swim safety. This HCAC Swim School welcome video can help you understand a bit about the logistics. Any questions please feel free to contact the Pine Ridge office.

Swimming lessons will be happening May 11- 22 for 3rd and 4th graders this year.

Moms in Prayer

Moms in Prayer meets Fridays at Providence Church across from the middle school from 8:30-9:30am. We look forward to welcoming any moms who would like to partner in prayer for this school year! Please email Nicole Shook for any questions.

Medications at School

As a reminder, no student may be in possession of any medication over the counter or otherwise. The only exceptions are an epipen or inhaler with the correct forms completed in the office!

Food Services

For students taking hot lunch, please deposit money into your student’s online portal before they order! If you have any questions about lunches, please contact Sue.

PowerSchool

PowerSchool is our student information database. You will want to bookmark this site! There is also an app available for PowerSchool for your phone which can be very helpful. If there is a change in your phone number or address at any time during the school year, it is important that we are informed right away. Parents can update their information on PowerSchool directly on the Demographics Change tab. This assures up-to-date contact information for your child.

Elementary Handbook

The Elementary Handbook is a great resource for parents providing important details on things like our curriculum, discipline policy, technology policy, etc.

Important Website Links

• School Calendar
• School Transportation

Calendar

January:

• 5: Back to school!
• 19: No school: MLK Day

February:

• 13-16: No school: Winter Break

As I sat to watch our 3rd graders—new not only to Pine Ridge this year but also to the rhythms of this learning community—prepare for their presentation, I was reminded what a wonderful time of year this is. We have now found our place, we are finding comfort in the familiar routines as well as Pine Ridge traditions that return each season. Here at Pine Ridge we’ve been blessed to take part in several presentations and performances that invite us to pause, reflect, and celebrate together. In all of these moments, we seek to be discerning—looking for the Lord’s truth and learning how to praise Him through our work and our growth. I was in awe of the curiosity, courage and conviction our 3rd graders showed while preparing and seeking wisdom. May we all find ourselves growing in Christ and seeking his discernment in all things.

In Christ,

Dinah Pereira

Announcements

Book Fair: December 8-10

Our school book fair is more than just a chance to pick up a new favorite book–it is a fun and exciting way to support our school library! Every purchase helps us earn new books for our Pine Ridge library by putting more stories, knowledge and inspiration into the hands of our students. In order to make this happen, we need your help! Please sign up to help us make our school book fair a successful event.

Even if you can’t help out, please come join the fun and help us grow our library, one book at a time! You are welcome to come in and check out the fair or you can order online as well. The online store link will be available starting November 14 to view and December 5 to shop.

Technology Reminders

As we get closer to Christmas, please remember the following information as you begin to shop and create Christmas lists for your children. Personal technology is not necessary in a school setting and disrupts the learning environment. This includes, but is not limited to:

• Cell phones
• Smartwatches
• personal laptops
• MP3 players
• any other non-school-issued personal technology.

These items are not allowed to be used or be visible from the time a student enters school in the morning until the final bell rings. If a student needs to use their device, they must receive direct permission from a staff member. Please do not send personal technology to school including smartwatches. If such items are seen by a teacher, the student will be asked to put them in their backpack for the remainder of the day and take them home; if seen a second time, the item will be placed in the office for a parent to pick up at the end of the day.

If parents need to communicate with their student, they can send an email to or call the office to have a note delivered. Thank you for helping us make learning a priority!

Christmas Spirit Days

To get in the spirit of Christmas, we have fun, themed days our last week of school before Christmas Break, December 15-19. Here’s what we (along with all HC elementary schools) have planned:

• 12/15 Monday: Christmas headgear (antlers, hats)
• 12/16 Tuesday: Christmas sweater
• 12/17 Wednesday: Red/green day
• 12/18 Thursday: Christmas socks
• 12/19 Friday: Christmas PJs

Save the Date
Pine Ridge, along with South Side and Forest School will be holding our Spring Program on Thursday, March 12 from 6:30-7:30pm at Christ Memorial. More details will follow.

Thank you

The Parent Board, along with all of our staff at Pine Ridge, would like to extend our heartfelt thanks for the encouragement you shared throughout November. Your kind cards, uplifting notes, and thoughtful little gifts meant so much to us.

Lost and Found

The lost and found album is updated regularly. Please keep checking it out and having your child claim the things that belong to you!

Student Life & Discipleship

This month we have set our focus on servant living here at Pine Ridge. We are participating in ways that we can give as our minds can sometimes wander to what will we can get. We are sharing during our chapel groups how to be respectful to those who may not have as much, how to be responsible with what we do have, and how to cultivate relationships that help us be community minded. This month we celebrated our growth as a community by having a caramel apple read and feed.

Practice Respect, Practice Responsibility, Practice positive Relationships.

Pine Ridge Carpool Line

Thank you so much for your patience in working through construction! We are back to our normal flow of traffic. Here are a few reminders on how that works since its been a bit:

• Use the Graafschap Road/60th Street entrance and exit.
• Always pull ALL THE WAY up to the bike racks (or the car in front of you).
• Never stop in the traffic circle. This needs to be clear in case of an emergency as well as for the buses.
• Parent pickup is in front of school; it is not at the baseball fields, the tennis courts or anywhere else!
• Please use your hazard lights at pickup and leave them on until your student is in the car.
• The only children permitted to walk are those that are walking/biking directly home or their parent is a staff member of Holland Christian.

Moms in Prayer

Moms in Prayer meets Fridays at Providence Church across from the middle school from 8:30-9:30am. We look forward to welcoming any moms who would like to partner in prayer for this school year! Please email Nicole Shook for any questions.

Medications at School

As a reminder, no student may be in possession of any medication over the counter or otherwise. The only exceptions are an epipen or inhaler with the correct forms completed in the office!

Food Services

For students taking hot lunch, please deposit money into your student’s online portal before they order! If you have any questions about lunches, please contact Sue.

PowerSchool

PowerSchool is our student information database. You will want to bookmark this site! There is also an app available for PowerSchool for your phone which can be very helpful. If there is a change in your phone number or address at any time during the school year, it is important that we are informed right away. Parents can update their information on PowerSchool directly on the Demographics Change tab. This assures up-to-date contact information for your child.

Elementary Handbook

The Elementary Handbook is a great resource for parents providing important details on things like our curriculum, discipline policy, technology policy, etc.

Important Website Links

• School Calendar
• School Transportation

Calendar

December:

• 5: Band & Orchestra Chapel
• 8-10: Bookfair
• 15-19: Christmas Spirit Days
• 22-Jan 2: No school: Christmas vacation

January:

• 5: Back to school!
• 19: No school: MLK Day

Last year at Pine Ridge we started what we called “Chapel Groups.” This was a time where multi-aged groups were formed, and with the leadership of a staff member we would focus on our monthly scripture or the message from that week’s chapel. This year, we have also started to live into one of our values here at Holland Christian, Discovery, and have refined our chapel group time through the lenses of discovering:

During our chapel groups this year we have been listening to a recorded video word from our Director of Faith Formation, then dive into the memory verse for the month, and connect with each other. This time has been a great way to help us stay rooted in the Word, and has helped kids discover the wonders of scripture. They are starting to see themselves in the scripture and are learning to explain their thinking to their peers, which is such a beautiful thing to watch!

I pray this month you find ways to dive into scripture and discover something new and exciting that the Word is teaching you. It is my desire that we continue to grow in this way here at Pine Ridge.

In Christ,
Dinah Pereira

Announcements

Parent-Teacher Conferences

Thank you to those that took the time to attend parent-teacher conferences. It is a blessing to partner with you in support of your child’s growth—academically, personally, and spiritually.

A Few Notes from Parent Board

Urban Air Night

Pine Ridge students are invited to a night out at Urban Air November 6th! Cost is $5 per student. Permission slips have been sent home. Please be sure to bring the form back (even if you fill out the online version) as well as your $5 to the office in advance! This will help us get everyone in and jumping quicker.

This event is for Pine Ridge students only–no siblings. Parents are encouraged to stay.

Book Fair: December 8-10

Our school book fair is more than just a chance to pick up a new favorite book–it is a fun and exciting way to support our school library! Every purchase helps us earn new books for our Pine Ridge library by putting more stories, knowledge and inspiration into the hands of our students. In order to make this happen, we need your help! Please sign up to help us make our school book fair a successful event.

Even if you can’t help out, please come join the fun and help us grow our library, one book at a time!  You are welcome to come in and check out the fair or you can order online as well.
The online store link will be available starting November 14 to view and December 5 to shop.

Student Life & Discipleship

This month we have introduced Pine Ridge Shout-outs. This is a fun weekly announcement where grade-levels, individual classes or even teachers get a “shout-out” for showing a discipleship practice while also exhibiting exceptional PR expectations. These shout outs are then posted near the library for others to see throughout the week. It has been a fun way to connect with students and staff on how we can continue to be community growers, grace breathers, creation keepers and true servants to one another-it’s amazing to see and hear throughout the school. Students are excited to hear their class and/or grace level each week and are encouraging each other each week.

Practice Respect, Practice Responsibility, Practice positive Relationships.

Pine Ridge Carpool Line

Please watch your email this weekend (October 31-November 2) for an update on what next week’s carpool will look like! We are hoping to be back to normal on Monday.

Moms in Prayer

Moms in Prayer meets Fridays at Providence Church across from the middle school from 8:30-9:30am. We look forward to welcoming any moms who would like to partner in prayer for this school year! Please email Nicole Shook for any questions.

Medications at School

As a reminder, no student may be in possession of any medication over the counter or otherwise. The only exceptions are an epipen or inhaler with the correct forms completed in the office!

Food Services

For students taking hot lunch, please deposit money into your student’s online portal before they order! If you have any questions about lunches, please contact Sue.

PowerSchool

PowerSchool is our student information database. You will want to bookmark this site! There is also an app available for PowerSchool for your phone which can be very helpful. If there is a change in your phone number or address at any time during the school year, it is important that we are informed right away. Parents can update their information on PowerSchool directly on the Demographics Change tab. This assures up-to-date contact information for your child.

Elementary Handbook

The Elementary Handbook is a great resource for parents providing important details on things like our curriculum, discipline policy, technology policy, etc.

Important Website Links

• School Calendar
• School Transportation

Calendar

November:

• 6: Urban Air Night
• 26-28: No school: Thanksgiving

December:

• 5: Band & Orchestra Chapel
• 22-Jan 2: No school: Christmas vacation