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Middle School Newsletter: August 2024
Welcome to the 2024/25 school year!

We are excited to equip minds and nurture hearts to transform the world for Christ of all of our middle schoolers this year. This year in 6th grade we will be bringing 4 schools together as we welcome our first Spanish Immersion class and our first Forest school class to the middle school. As we build community with this new group, we have added a 6th grade orientation that you can read about below.
We are also thankful for the new faculty and staff who will be joining the HCMS family this year:

Ashley Hernandez – Spanish Immersion Coordinator
Rebecca Brandt – Spanish 1 Teacher
Nicky DeBoer – Choir Teacher
Lisa Myrick – Parapro
Andrew Schrotenboer – Custodian

This year our school theme is “Seek First” or “Buscar Primero”. As we get ready to begin another school year, I ask for prayer for each of our middle schoolers and our middle school staff. Isaiah 55:8-9 tells us:

“For my thoughts are not your thoughts, neither are your ways my ways,” declares the Lord. “As the heavens are higher than the earth, so are my ways higher than your ways and my thoughts than your thoughts.”

Please pray that each of us seeks God’s ways and thoughts first and not our own thoughts and ways.

God bless!

Tom Strikwerda
Principal

2024-2025 Information

Orientation Day

Orientation Day is Monday, August 19 at the middle school.

6th graders are invited to join us from 10:00-11:30 for a walk-through of the building, meeting teachers, and getting pictures taken. This is not an open house, but rather a full time together.

7th and 8th graders are invited to join us for an open house (comet and go when you’re able) from 12:00-2:30.Come have your picture taken for your student ID, walk around the building and find your locker, pick up your schedule, and meet your teachers.

If you would like to order prints of your student photo, go to the Geskus website and enter your name and email address. Please note, the Middle School yearbook is included in the yearly activity fee and does not need to be ordered separately. Each student will receive one at the end of the school year.

Picture Make-up day (if students miss Orientation Day) will be Thursday, September 5; retakes and BOC pictures will be taken Monday, October 7.

Student schedules will be given to students on Orientation day, August 19. They will be available online the afternoon of August 9.

Handbook Changes

We have updated a few of our handbook policies. Please review and sign our Student Handbook and Technology Handbook agreement form here, so we can all start the year on the same page and with the same expectations. Updates to the Student Handbook are highlighted to make changes easier to spot. One change to highlight from our dress code section is that “no hats, hoods, earbuds, airpods or sunglasses are allowed during school hours. Teacher discretion may be used in class based upon class activity.”

First Day of School

Tuesday, August 20: We start school this year with a full day starting at 8:00 am and ending at 2:55 PM. Our first week of school will be a Monday/Thursday/Friday schedule day each day. There will be NO late start on Wednesday, August 21.

Many of you are new to the middle school building. Welcome! Please see below for all things Middle School. And feel free to reach out to Kelli Kruithof, administrative assistant, if you have any questions or concerns.

Absences/Tardies

Absences happen for a number of reasons. If you know in advance that your child will be absent for any part of the day, please email kkruithof@hollandchristian.org or call our front office at 616-820-3205.

We also ask that you help your child be on time for school each day. The tardy bell rings at 8:00 (8:30 on late start days), and teachers begin with devotions and lunch count. Missing or interrupting these foundational starters of the day can be distracting for the class. Please see our handbook for more information on absences and tardies.

Class Schedules

The Middle School runs a modified block schedule. This means students take seven classes on Monday/Thursday/Friday, and fewer classes on Tuesday/Wednesday, but for longer blocks of time. What used to be called “Achievement hour” will now be called “Homeroom”. A detailed version of your child’s schedule will be found on PowerSchool.

Late Start Wednesdays

Students start school a few minutes later each Wednesday so middle school staff can attend meetings from 7:30-8:15 am. Starting on August 28, the start time on Wednesdays is 8:30am.

Supply List

Supply list for your student’s grade. Please note: it is recommended that students have an NIV Study Bible for their Bible class.

Medication

We realize some students need to take or have medication with them at school. All medication, both over-the-counter and prescribed, must be held in the front office in its original container. If your student needs medication at school, please have your doctor fill out and sign the required meidcation form and bring that form with the medication to school.

Drop off/Pick up

Carpool will take place on the North side of the building. In the single-lane carpool drop off, pull up as far as you can to drop off your child. If you are first in line, pull up to the orange cone that is past the north entrance on the sidewalk. This allows room for the cars behind you to pull up as well. Have your students exit the right side of the vehicle.

The bus loop and visitor lots at the front of school are not open for drop off during the hours of 7:30-8:15 am and 2:45-3:15 pm. School doors will be open at 7:30 am for students’ arrival and students need to be picked up by 3:30 pm.

Drop off/Pick up Map

HCMS Parent Night

Join us for our Middle School Parent Night, which will be held on August 28th from 6:30-8:00 pm. You’ll receive more information after the school year begins.

Athletics

MS sports begin on August 19 at 3pm for Boys Football (HC/ZC – 7th/8th), and on August 26 for Boys Soccer (HC only – 7th/8th), Boys Tennis (HC/ZC – 6th/7th/8th), Girls Volleyball (HC only – 7th/8th) and Girls & Boys Cross Country (HC/ZC – 6th/7th8th). You can find more information about fall sports and where the first practices are here.

Warm-Up Shirts

All Middle School teams will use the same warm-up shirt this year. You can purchase your child’s shirt now, or at the beginning of his/her first season. Shirts are $18, and last names can be added on the back for an additional $6 (optional). You can order shirts here.

Final Forms

If you haven’t registered yet, please do so as soon as possible through Holland Christian’s Final Forms athletic registration system. Athletes need to be registered with a cleared physical uploaded to Final Forms before they can participate. We are excited to get started!

Eventlink Athletic Scheduling and Ticketing

Most families are now familiar with Holland Christian’s athletic registration and compliance system, FinalForms. Recently we began a new relationship with a scheduling and ticketing platform called Eventlink. Like FinalForms, Eventlink streamlines many of the behind-the-scenes processes for us including team practice & game calendars and game tickets & season passes. If any of your 6th-12th grade children are involved in athletics, please take a few minutes to begin connecting with Eventlink here.

Registration, Schedules and Tickets/Passes

For information on getting registered, how to find schedules and where to purchase tickets/passes, please start here.

Parent Board

Hey Parents! Want to stay connected with what’s going on in the middle school?! Join our parent team! We will be meeting once a month on Friday’s at 8am, plus a social outing or two. The time commitment is flexible throughout the year with what works with your schedule, although we do hope to have most at each Friday meeting. Heading the team this year: Kate Holloway (kateholloway@verizon.net) and Jamie Isanhart (j.isanhart@yahoo.com). Contact one of us if you are interested in joining! We look forward to a great school year with planning fabulous activities for the kids and teachers!

Moms in Prayer

Moms in Prayer is a great way to connect with other moms, pray for your child, and have an impact on the Middle School. Please join us on Fridays, starting September 6th, at Providence Church from 8:30-9:30 am. Contact Nicole Shook with questions at ncshook@gmail.com.

Batons

Please make sure you bring your baton to your first hour teacher on Orientation Day or the first day of school. Thanks!

Important Dates

The full 24-25 school calendar is available here

August

19- Orientation/picture day; First day of Football

6th Grade only: 10:00-11:30

7th/8th Grade: 12:00-2:30 open house

20- First day of school- full day
21- No Late Start
26- 8th Grade Camp Roger (more information to come)
26- 7th Grade Vision Screening
26- Fall sports begin
28 – HCMS Parent Night 6:30-8 PM @ HCMS
30- No School- Labor Day Weekend

September

2 – Labor Day
5 – Picture Make-Up Day
25- Walkathon

October

3- Fall Parent Teacher Conferences (3:30-6:30 pm)
7- Picture Retakes
10 – Fall Parent Teacher Conferences (5:30-8:30 pm)
22- End of Quarter 1
23- No School- Professional Development
24/25 – No School, CEA Convention
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August 1, 2024
High School Newsletter: August 2024
Dear HCHS Community,

Welcome to the 2024/2025 school year! As a faculty and staff, we are ecstatic to see you all once again for another year of equipping minds and nurturing hearts to transform the world for Jesus Christ. We are also so thankful to welcome all of our new families who have chosen to participate in the important work we are doing in this small portion of God’s kingdom. In the year ahead, we have many exciting ways we are seeking to transform the world—launching a new HC chapter of National Honors Society, reigniting student service hours to assist local nonprofit organizations this year, undergoing a rigorous accreditation process with the Council on Educational Standards and Accountability (CESA), and continuing a relentless focus on faith integration into the high quality classroom instruction our teachers deliver. As we continue to curate the garden in which God has planted us, we thank you for your continued partnership in fulfilling our school’s mission.

This year our school theme will be Seek First the Kingdom of God, and under the leadership of HC’s Director of Faith Formation, Mr. Bryant Russ, we will be exploring how we may be active participants in the good news that Jesus proclaimed: The kingdom of God is at hand and near (Matt 3:2, Matt 4:17, Mark 1:15, Luke 21:31). During our time together in chapels this school year, we will have the opportunity to hear from many Christian leaders and pastors who will help us understand the comprehensive nature of God’s kingdom and how we might serve as God’s partners within it.

When Jesus’ disciples ask him how to pray, Jesus reveals God’s kingdom is inextricably tied to wherever his will is being done; God’s kingdom comes where his will is done on earth as it is in heaven (Matt 6:10). In other words, as Dallas Willard puts it in The Divine Conspiracy, “God’s own kingdom, or rule, is the range of his effective will, where what he wants done is done.” Thus, this is our hope this year, that we might be a place where God’s will is being done, a place where we join Jesus in proclaiming and implementing good news to the poor, freedom for the prisoners, recovery of sight for the blind, freedom for the oppressed, and the year of the Lord’s favor (Luke 4:18-19).

Part of this important Kingdom participation is the essential work done by our custodial and maintenance team. This summer has been a busy one for them, tirelessly deep cleaning every office and classroom, fixing anything in need of repair, applying a new layer of well-needed paint, and ensuring that the entire school is a healthy environment for all. We are incredibly grateful for their work, so please be sure to offer a word of encouragement and thanks to our cleaning and maintenance crew upon your return.

We are also excited to welcome several new faculty and staff members to the HC community:

Mr. Tim Buteyn – SEB Coach

Ms. Ashley Hernandez – Grade 6-12 Immersion Coordinator

Ms. Abigail Hop – Math Teacher

Ms. Brenda Isenga – Life Skills Coach

Mr. Kyle Kempster – International Student Program Coordinator

Ms. Leah Los – Life Skills Paraprofessional

Mr. Chanho Song – International Student Program Coordinator

Dr. Lee Sytsma – Bible Teacher

Mr. Alex Zhou – Mandarin Immersion Teacher

Through our comprehensive interview process, we learned how deeply God has gifted these people not only professionally, but also in their faith and apprenticeship to Jesus. We are grateful for their commitment to serve in this place.

Lastly, as we start the school year, please carefully read this Back to School Newsletter so that you have the information necessary to help make the start of the school year as smooth and successful as possible.

Thank you once again for your continued support and commitment to participate in making Holland Christian a place in which God’s kingdom comes and his will is done as it is in heaven.

With Thanks,

Miles Colago
HS Principal

2024-25 Information

First Day of School

All students report on Tuesday, August 20, at 8am. Be sure to have your class schedule with you.

School Supplies

Holland Christian High School does not have a required list of school supplies for students to purchase, except that math students will need a TI-83 or TI-84 calculator. School supply preferences will vary from student to student.

New to Holland Christian High School?

Our New Family Information Booklet was created to help new families transition into HCHS. We hope you find the information helpful!

Freshman Orientation – August 19

All freshmen will be part of our Freshman Orientation Day. This day is to be a transition day that creates a sense of belonging for incoming students and an overall supportive and positive atmosphere on our campus. The first day for freshmen will be Monday, August 19, at 8am. Senior class leaders will lead incoming freshmen in small group games, mixers, and a scavenger hunt around the school. Students will be given a copy of their schedule and meet their teachers for a few minutes in each class. All freshmen will also receive their laptops at this time, if their check-in documents have been completed. Students will be treated to a pizza lunch and will be dismissed at 11:30am. After this, freshmen can stop on Main Street between 11:30am – 12:30pm for pictures.

New 10th – 12th Grade Students

New 10th – 12th Grade Students will have an orientation on Monday, August 19 from 9am-12:30pm. Lunch is included.

Check-In/Picture Day

Check-in day is Monday, August 19 and will take place on Main Street from 11:30am – 3pm. This is a chance for you to have your picture taken for your student ID, walk around the building and find your locker, deposit money into your hot lunch account, and pick up a parking permit (if driving).

Parent Laptop Handbook and Check-In Day Forms

Please review the laptop handbook and complete the required check-in day forms. These forms need to be completed before you will be given your laptop. These forms include the student handbook agreement, laptop agreement, cheating/plagiarism, concussion awareness, and field trip/medical treatment permission. Please note that you will need to enter your student ID number in order to complete these forms. These student numbers can be found in Power School (if you are a returning HC student it is the number you already have).

Laptops

Incoming freshmen will receive their laptops during freshmen orientation. New 10th – 12th students will receive their laptops during new student orientation. Returning students will receive their laptops on the first day of school provided they have completed the check-in day forms.

Textbooks

Students will pick up textbooks from the Bookstore, located in the hallway near the Auditorium, Counseling, and Athletic Offices. Students should bring a backpack to carry their books home from school or may leave books in their assigned locker. ALL students will need to pick up textbooks.

Bring your HC student ID (from ANY year; your barcode is the same). This will help speed up the checkout process!!!

To help avoid long lines, students are encouraged to get their textbooks during the following times:

9th & 12th grades: 11:30am-12:30pm

10th & 11th grades: 1:00-2:30pm:

If you have any textbooks at home from previous years, PLEASE bring them back ASAP! We need them to make sure we have enough to distribute on August 19. Thank you for your help with this. If you have lost your books, please bring in the replacement fee. If you have any questions, please email Kim Hekman. Thank you! Mrs. Hekman

Photos

All students (including seniors) must have their picture taken whether or not the pictures are purchased. These pictures are necessary for the yearbook, student transcripts, I.D.’s, and for our student management software. Seniors, this picture will be on your high school transcript. You can order online ahead of time from Geskus, or you can send the flyer Geskus mailed out and payment with your student on check in day.

To help speed the picture taking process, we will use the following schedule:

9th Grade: 11:30am – 12:30pm

12th Grade: 11:30am – 12:30pm

10th Grade: 12:30pm – 1:30pm

11th Grade: 1:30pm – 2:30pm

Anyone: 2:30pm – 3:00pm

Picture Makeup day will be Thursday, September 5.

Senior Picture Information – Click here for details on Senior Pictures. The deadline for senior pictures is September 23.

Schedule and PowerSchool Information

The daily schedule consists of 4 block days, and on Fridays students will have all seven classes in one day; it can be found HS Schedule Google Doc. The last day of the first semester is January 13 and exams will be January 14-17. Second semester begins on January 21.

The High School uses PowerSchool for accessing student schedules, tracking grades, attendance, and family contact information. Student schedules will be available in PowerSchool on August 9 at ps.dev.hollandchristian.org. Parents can log in with the username and password you created in a previous year. Parents of students coming from Zeeland Christian and other students new to HC will be sent information for creating a PowerSchool account. If you detect any errors or need to make changes to your schedule, please complete the schedule change form on our Registrar page.

Closed Campus

HCHS is a closed campus. Sometimes parents may like to take their student out for lunch. Parents may take only their own student out for lunch and must personally check them out of the office. Youth leaders or older siblings (out of high school) may also take students out for lunch by signing them out in the office. Seniors do have the privilege of going off-campus for lunch on Fridays only.

Food Services

24/25 Meal Prices are the same as last year:

Elementary $2.75

Middle School. $3.00

High School $3.25

Free/reduced price $0.00

To deposit money in your child’s lunch account or to apply for free/reduced lunch benefits please go to Family Portal. There is no fee to use this service. The portal will be ready to receive deposits after August 15. If you were receiving free or reduced lunch benefits in the 23/24 school year those benefits will expire on September 30, 2024 so you will need to reapply for lunch benefits at Family Portal. If you have any questions please email Sue at slambers@hollandchristian.org

Extracurricular Information

There is a “Pay to Participate Fee” charge of $100 to all students involved in extracurricular activities to help offset some of the costs of the program. For athletics, this fee will be paid through the student’s Final Forms account; for all other activities, this fee will be collected by the director of the activity and must be paid immediately following the selection or determination of the activity participants.

Athletics Information

Fall sports begin on August 12 for high school athletes and on August 26 for middle school athletes (except for MS football on August 19). Times and locations for every sport’s start date are listed on our athletics blog. The full practice and game schedule for each sport can be found through Eventlink (or maroonsathletics.org). All athletes must be registered through FinalForms along with a picture of their cleared physical uploaded to their account in order to participate. Coaches utilize FinalForms to communicate upcoming information to athletes and families. Learn more about Finalforms and EventLink.

Athletic Parent Night is scheduled for August 20 – 7:00pm @ the HS Auditorium. Parents of all middle school and high school athletes are invited to attend! In addition to athletic training and some general information, our keynote speaker is Dr. Chad Carlson of Hope College and Sport.Faith.Life. Following the opening session in the auditorium, high school fall sports will each have their individual sport parent meetings.

HCHS Theatre Presents: Singing in the Rain!

This fall, Holland Christian Theater is producing Singing in the Rain! In the glittering Hollywood of 1927, silent movie star Don Lockwood appears to be on top of the world. His charisma and intense on-screen chemistry with his gorgeous co-star, Lina Lamont, has made them both household names, as well as one of the tabloids’ favorite couples. However, the arrival of The Jazz Singer, the first “talking picture” of the ’20s, threatens to upset everything. Don can dance and sing, but Lina … well, Lina is a silent movie star for a reason. As the studio struggles to adapt to the new “talkies,” Don meets Kathy Seldon, a feisty young actress who may prove to be their salvation – as well as possibly the first person who sees beyond his fame and likes him for the person he really is. But Lina is as possessive as she is pretty, and her jealousy just might doom everyone. Anchored by witty dialogue, catchy songs, and playful choreography, Singin’ in the Rain is a joyful American classic and a comedic adventure for the whole family.

The first day of auditions is Wednesday, August 21. The Audition Signup Form and more information can be found on the Theatre page.

Ditto Upscale Resale

Ditto Upscale Resale is hiring student workers for year round positions! Shifts are primarily 3:30-7:30 during the week and 10-2:30 and 2:00-7 on Saturdays. You must be 15 to apply. Priority will be given to those not involved in a fall activity or sport. Please stop by the store for an application!

Moms in Prayer

Moms in Prayer is a great way to connect with other moms, pray for your child, and have an impact on the High School. Please join us on Fridays, starting September 6th at Providence Church from 8:30-9:30 am. Contact Nicole Shook with questions at ncshook@gmail.com.

Important Dates

Full School calendar

Save the Date – Parent Night

We will be hosting our annual Parent Night on Tuesday, September 3 at 7pm. More details will be sent out; please add this event to your calendar.

Reserve these important dates on your fall calendar:

August

7: Fall sports tryouts start

16/17: Senior Camp

19: Freshman orientation day/picture day (lunch included) (8:00-11:30am)

19: Student check in/picture day (11:30-3:00pm)

19: New students (non-freshman) 9:00am-12:15pm (lunch included)

20: All students report (full day)

28: All School Convocation

30: Labor Day weekend, no school

September

2: Labor Day, no school

3: Parent night (7pm)

14: Homecoming dance

23: Senior picture deadline
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July 31, 2024
Pine Ridge Newsletter – June 2024
It has been an amazing year Pine Ridge family! Thank you for loving, growing and learning with us this year. We are so honored to be a part of planting and growing your children. May we never grow weary of doing the good work of the Lord.

I pray that this summer season is one of rest, reflection family and fun!

Dinah

Announcements

Class Lists

The 24-25 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: 2024-25

The doors at Pine Ridge open at 7:45 each school morning and students are dismissed at 3:15 each afternoon. If you need care before this time or after 3:30pm, please check out the Before/After School Programs.

Parent Board

Parent Board is looking ahead to next year! Would you like to be part of our team? Help us plan and execute Walkathon, show teachers our appreciation throughout the year, and plan some fun events, besides getting to know the school community! Please email Tami Schippers or email Emily Baker if you’d like to learn more.

Summer Office Hours

June 6-13: The office will be open from 9am-3pm to assist parents. Thursday, June 6 the office will only be closed in the morning due to an off-site staff meeting.

July 29: 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.

Enrollment/Medical Paperwork 24-25

All new transfer students have a variety of paperwork that needs to be filled out and turned in by August 6, 2024. Additionally, any medication prescription or OTC including an inhaler needs a signed form from the doctor before the first day of school.
- New Transfer Forms
- Medication Forms
Please be sure your child entering these grades is up to date on all immunizations, and if you are pursuing an immunization waiver through your county health department, please call them for an appointment ASAP as appointments fill up quickly, and it needs to be done before attending the first day of school.

Waiver Information:

If your child with a waiver is returning to Holland Christian for the 24-25 school year and moving between grades (kindergarten-5th), your current waiver on file is good unless you have chosen to complete a vaccine series during the year that was waived on the waiver. This does include moving between Holland Christian Schools (Forest School, Pine Ridge, South Side and Rose Park).

If your child is a new student coming to HC from a different school district, your old waiver is invalid and you will need to schedule an appointment.

Important Website Links
Calendar

June
- 4: 5th grade graduation
- 5: 1/2 day: Last day of school
- 5: Report cards live
July
- 29: Office opens daily 9am-3pm
August
- 1: All paperwork is due via email/mail/drop-off to the office
- 15: Ice Cream Social
- 20: First day of school!
- 22: Parent Information Night
- 30: No school: Labor Day weekend
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May 31, 2024
South Side Newsletter – June 2024
Thank you for partnering with us this year at South Side and sharing your amazing children with us. I have loved interacting with them, seeing their joy as they learned new things or their determination as they tried hard things. I have enjoyed being their principal this year and am already excited for next year. I pray God’s blessing over your summer as you make memories as a family. We can’t wait to hear all the stories when kids are back at school in the fall.

Christy Haig

Announcements

End of the Year Chapel

Save the date! We will have a special end of the year chapel to send off our 2nd graders on the last day of school, Wednesday, June 5. Feel free to gather with us from 10:30-11:15am for a time of worship together. We’ll be out on the playground, so bring a lawn chair if you’d like (if there’s rain we’ll move it to the gym). After chapel, preschool students will be dismissed, and K-2 students will have a quick 15 minutes to close out the year in the classrooms with their teacher, and their dismissal will follow at 11:30am.

Medication Pickup

If your child has medication at school, an email will be coming to you regarding pick up, since medication is not stored at school through the summer. All forms for bringing/administering medication at school are available on the Forms and Medications page, and they need to be filled out by your doctor at the beginning of each school year.

24-25 Enrollment & Medical Paperwork

All students entering preschool, kindergarten, and new transfers need to fill out and turn in a variety of paperwork by August 8, 2024:
Please be sure your child entering these grades is up to date on all immunizations, and if you are pursuing an immunization waiver through your county health department, please call them for an appointment ASAP as appointments fill up quickly, and it needs to be done before attending the first day of school.

Waiver Information:

If your child is a new student coming to HC from a different school district, your old waiver is invalid and you will need to schedule an appointment. If your child with a waiver is returning to Holland Christian for the 24-25 school year and moving from:
- 3s preschool to 4s preschool: The current waiver on file is good unless you have chosen to complete a vaccine series during the year that was waived on the waiver.
- 3s/4s preschool to Young 5s: New waiver needed; please schedule an appointment
- 4s preschool to kindergarten: New waiver needed; schedule an appointment ASAP at your county health department.
- Young 5s to Kindergarten: Current waiver on file is good unless you have chosen to complete a vaccine series during the year that was waived on the waiver
Contact Rachel in the school office if you have any questions 616.820.3535.

South Side Office Hours
- June 6: The office will be closed in the morning due to an off-site meeting
- June 7-13: The office will be open from 9am-3pm to assist parents.
- August 5: 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.
Class Lists

The 24-25 class lists will be available via email in early July.

School Supply Lists

If you would like to access preschool through second grade school supply lists for the 24-25 school year, you can find them on our South Side Christian website.

Let’s all keep reading this summer!

Thank you for partnering with us this past school year and celebrating the end of this year with us! One of your celebrations might be how your child(ren) grew as a confident reader this past year. Each of our educational campuses, including South Side, have made a concentrated effort to grow the mechanics of reading as well as each child’s love for reading. Unfortunately, there is an alarming amount of research that shows how much students might slide backward during the summer vacation. Fortunately, there is a relatively easy remedy to keep your child flourishing in reading by having your child read at least six “just right” books over the summer. This “6 to Make It Stick flier” will give you information on how to find a just right book using the “Five-finger Rule.”

Lost & Found

The office is continuing to update our South Side Lost and Found Album as items come into the gray tub in the office. Please check it out to see if any of these items belong to your child. Email Rachel Steen, to claim your item(s), and we will be sure to get it into your child’s backpack. All reamining items will be donated to Ditto after our final day of school on Wednesday, June 5.

Important Website Links
- School calendar
- School transportation
Calendar

June
- 5: Last day of school: 2nd grade sendoff chapel 10:25-11:15am, preschool dismissal at 11:15am, K-2nd dismissal at 11:30am
- 6: Office closed in the morning for an off-site meeting
- 7-13: Office open 9am-3pm
August
- 5: Office opens daily from 9am-3pm
- 8: All preschool, Young 5’s, and kindergarten paperwork is due via email/mail/drop-off to the office
- 13: Preschool meet the teacher night for 3’s and 4’s (parents only)
- 15: South Side Ice Cream Social for preschool-2nd grade 5:30-6:30pm
- 20: First day of school for preschool-12th grade, full day
- 21: Parent information night (Young Fives-2nd grade, parents only) at 6:30pm- tentative
- 30: No school
September
- 2: No school: Labor Day
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May 31, 2024
Rose Park Newsletter – June 2024
Dear Rose Park Friends,

Faith Like A Child.

What a wonderful theme we have been able to discuss this year in our classrooms, chapels, outdoor learning spaces and on our field trips. Parents, we have loved and prayed over, lost sleep about and celebrated with, each of your children this year. As we ponder our theme we have also seen each of your students be teachers as they put their faith on display for the world to see. Your precious children. All 387 of them have impacted us deeply as we watch them live into childlike faith. We pray that their tender roots sown into Jesus’ care will grow deeply and remain strong for their lifetime. These dear ones in turn bring us the joy of Christ and inspire an authentic and true faith in our good, good Father. Your children have been imprinted our hearts. Whether they return to our care at Rose Park next year or God’s design for their lives takes them elsewhere, they will be held forever in our hearts. Thank you for entrusting them to the care of the loving staff at Rose Park!

God’s blessings, safety and joy-filled memories be yours this summer!

Katelyn and Miska

We were blessed to welcome our new kinder “super heroes” during visit day!

Announcements

Class Lists and Staffing Details

We are waiting for enrollment numbers to be finalized in order to confirm section numbers and teachers at each grade level. As soon as we am able, we will share teacher’s names with you in all of our kindergarten through fifth grade classes. Our expectation is to publish class lists for you early in July. Thank you for your patience and trust in this important process.

Medication Pick up

If your child has medication at school, an email will be coming to you regarding pick up. Medication is not stored at school through the summer. All medications need to be picked up by our last day of school, Wednesday, June 5.

Yearbook Orders

Our 24-25 yearbooks will be distributed the last week of school to those who ordered them. These orders were placed during our school picture days. If you missed ordering your child a yearbook for this year, and you would still like to, you may still order a yearbook through Geskus.

Enrollment & Medical Paperwork 24-25

All students entering preschool, kindergarten, and new transfers have a variety of paperwork that needs to be filled out and turned in by August , 2024:
Please be sure your child entering these grades is up to date on all immunizations, and if you are pursuing an immunization waiver through your county health department, please call them for an appointment ASAP as appointments fill up quickly. These documents are due to the Rose Park office by Wednesday, August 7. Alternatively they can be dropped off at the administration office on 40th Street.

Waiver Information:

If your child with a waiver is returning to Holland Christian for the 24-25 school year and moving from:
- 3s preschool to 4s preschool: Current waiver on file is good unless you have chosen to complete a vaccine series during the year that was waived on the waiver.
- 3s/4s preschool to Young 5s: New waiver needed; please schedule an appointment!
- 4s preschool to kindergarten: New waiver needed; please schedule an appointment!
- Young 5s to kindergarten: Current waiver on file is good unless you have chosen to complete a vaccine series during the year that was waived on the waiver.
- If your child is a new student coming to HC from a different school district, your old waiver is invalid and you will need to schedule an appointment.
Contact the Rose Park office if you have any questions 616.820.4055.

Rose Park Office Hours
- Thursday, June 6 the office will only be closed due to an off-site staff meeting. Friday, June 7 the office will be open from 9am-3pm to assist parents.
- Monday, August 5: The office will reopen daily from 9am-noon, and then resume regular office hours when school begins.
Class lists

The 24-25 class lists will be available and sent out via email in early July.

Rose Park Lost & Found

Please take a minute to look our lost and found photo album to see if any of these items belong to your student. Feel free to email the office to claim your items and we will make sure to get it in your student’s backpack. These items will be donated soon.

Parent Board Members Needed

Our parent board has been phenomenally supportive for our students, staff and life at Rose Park once again this year. These helpful parents meet monthly to review the previous school events and plan for the next fun event. We have TWO vacancies for next year and are seeking parents who are interested in joining the work! If you would like further information OR would be interested in joining the team, please email Miska.

Calendar

View the full Holland Christian calendar

June
- 5: 1/2 day Last day of school
- 5: Report cards available on Powerschool
August
- 13: Preschool Meet the Teacher Night
- 15: Ice Cream Social 6pm
- 20: First day of school!
- 22: Parent Information Night 6:30pm
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May 31, 2024
Forest School Newsletter – June 2024
Faith Like A Child.

What a wonderful theme we have been able to discuss this year in our classrooms, chapels, outdoor learning spaces and on our field trips. Parents, we have loved and prayed over, lost sleep about and celebrated with, each of your children this year. As we ponder our theme we have also seen each of your students be teachers as they put their faith on display for the world to see. Your precious children. All 208 of them have impacted us deeply as we watch them live into childlike faith. We pray that their tender roots sown into Jesus’ care will grow deeply and remain strong for their lifetime. These dear ones in turn bring us the joy of Christ and inspire an authentic and true faith in our good, good Father. Your children have been imprinted our hearts. Whether they return to our care at Forest next year or God’s design for their lives takes them elsewhere, they will be held forever in our hearts. Thank you for entrusting them to the care of the loving staff at Forest!

God’s blessings, safety and joy-filled memories be yours this summer!

Miska

We’re already getting a jump on our summer reading!

Announcements

Class List & Staffing Details

We are waiting for enrollment numbers to be finalized in order to confirm section numbers and teachers at each grade level. Please watch for class lists to be sent out the first week of July!

Parent Board Opportunity

Our beloved parent board serves our Forest Family amazingly well. We are so grateful for their servant hearts and advocacy. Parents on the board meet once a month to discuss upcoming events, support needs and share ideas. We have two openings for the 24-25 school year. We gently ask for a three year commitment but understand if a parent desires a shorter stint or needs to step away from the role. If you are interested in serving the Forest in this capacity or have questions about the role, please email Miska.

Summer Office Hours

June 6-13: The office will be open from 9am-3pm to assist parents. Thursday, June 6 the office will only be closed in the morning due to an off-site staff meeting.

July 29: 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.

Enrollment/Medical Paperwork 24-25

All new transfer students have a variety of paperwork that needs to be filled out and turned in by August 6, 2024. Additionally, any medication prescription or OTC including an inhaler needs a signed form from the doctor before the first day of school.
- New Transfer Forms
- Medication Forms
Please be sure your child entering these grades is up to date on all immunizations, and if you are pursuing an immunization waiver through your county health department, please call them for an appointment ASAP as appointments fill up quickly, and it needs to be done before attending the first day of school.

Waiver Information

If your child with a waiver is returning to Holland Christian for the 24-25 school year and moving between grades (kindergarten-5th), your current waiver on file is good unless you have chosen to complete a vaccine series during the year that was waived on the waiver. This does include moving between Holland Christian Schools (Forest School, Pine Ridge, South Side and Rose Park).

If your child is a new student coming to HC from a different school district, your old waiver is invalid and you will need to schedule an appointment.

Before/After School Care

The doors at Pine Ridge open at 7:45 each school morning and students are dismissed at 3:15 each afternoon for 2nd-5th Grade. Dropoff for Kindergarten and 1st grade begins at 8:00 and students are dismissed at 3:20 for the day. If you need care before these drop off times or after 3:30pm, please check out the Before/After School Programs page.

Forest School Mentor Parents for 24/25

Our goal and prayer is that every child and every family at Holland Christian would be known, nurtured and inspired. To that end, we are seeking warm and welcoming individuals or families who might be willing to serve as a mentor in their Forest Classroom for the 24-25 school year. Please see the list of needs that this role might encompass but is not limited to!
- Host two play dates at a park, beach, or other location of your choice for one hour.
- Pass along emails to the families in your class notifying clearance sales, books, special events that might interest Forest Families.
- Attend the New Family Picnic in August
- Attend Forest special events such as the Forest Family Night Hike
- Willingness to share contact information with classroom families to receive questions, concerns, wonderings and feedback.
- Connect with Miska as needs from families arise
If you’re interested in serving your child’s classroom community in this manner in the 24-25 school year, please email Miska

Important Website Links
June
- 5: 1/2 day: Last day of school
- 5: Report cards live
July
- 29: Office opens daily 9am-3pm
August
- 1: All paperwork is due via email/mail/drop-off to the office
- 15: Ice Cream Social
- 20: First day of school!
- 30: No school: Labor Day Weekend
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May 31, 2024
Middle School Newsletter: June 2024

Dear Parents,

It has been a privilege to serve as the middle school principal again this school year. We are blessed to have such a tremendous staff working with our students. The students have grown spiritually, socially and academically in so many ways because of the talents and time our staff has poured into the students. One of our valued staff members, Dale Ribbons, is retiring after being the middle school custodian for 22 years. I have had the privilege of working with Mr. Ribbons for 17 years as a teacher and another 5 years as a principal. What brings Mr. Ribbons the most joy is getting to know the students. He has taken the time to get to know many of them and teach them life lessons. He took the time this year to speak at both the middle school and high school chapel. He genuinely cares for each person at the middle school. He also has a big servant heart as he continually took the time to not only keep the building clean, but well maintained. We have been blessed to have Mr. Ribbons as our custodian. This week at chapel the students gave him an extended standing ovation for serving us so well. It was a blessing to be a part of.

As we close out another school year I would like to take this opportunity to thank you for entrusting us with your students and for your support. My prayer is that each of you have a blessed time with your families this summer. We encourage you to continue to help your children to grow both spiritually, academically and to use their time wisely. Here are a few suggestions to do that:

Spiritual Nourishment: Encourage your child to maintain a routine of daily devotions and prayer. The summer provides a lot of time for you to help your children grow spiritually. As parents, be intentional about teaching your children as Proverbs 22:6 says, “Train a child in the way he should go, and when he is old he will not depart from it.”

Continuous Learning: Keep their minds active with summer reading lists, academic or sports camps, and exploring new hobbies or interests.

Serving Others: Look for opportunities to serve in our community, whether through church programs, volunteer work, or simple acts of kindness. “For we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand, that we should walk in them.” Ephesians 2:10

Help your children form healthy friendships by inviting a friend or two over. Your son or daughter may need help planning what they can do for the day. It’s also a good idea to invest time with the families of the friends your child has. This is helpful in creating a trusted village for your children and their friends. Take the time to do that if that is helpful. As your middle schoolers hang out with peers remind them of what 1 Peter 3:8 has to say: “Finally, all of you, be like-minded, be sympathetic, love one another, be compassionate and humble.”

To the 8th grade parents: We will miss having your son or daughter in our school. We hope they flourish in high school.

6th and 7th grade parents: We look forward to welcoming your sons and daughters back for another school year on August 20.

God bless,

Tom Strikwerda
Middle School Principal

Summer at HCMS

Looking for Wagons

As the middle school works to incorporate more outdoor learning opportunities, we are looking for 5 collapsible canvas wagons. If you have one in your garage that is taking up space, would you consider donating it? Email Kelli in the office if you have one!

Report Cards

Grades will be available on PowerSchool at 8am Wednesday, June 12. Please check in PowerSchool after this time to see the benefits of all your student’s hard work this school year!

Immunizations for 2024-2025 7th Graders

24/25 7th graders will need to turn in your proof of immunization to the front office by August 1, 2024. Your primary doctor can print a MICR official immunization record for you to submit, either in-person or electronically. All students MUST be up-to-date on their immunizations BEFORE they start the new school year. Any students without the required immunizations or approved waivers will not be allowed to enter school until they are complete and approved by the State of Michigan. Immunization requirements can be found here, or you can also schedule a call/visit with your primary care physician to discuss any immunization needs for your child before the start of the new school year.

Athletics for 24-25

Registration is now open for 24-25 athletics! All incoming 6th-8th grade students interested in participating on at least one team next year need to sign up for or log into their Final Forms account to register for sports and start planning to get the MHSAA physical requirement completed by their MD/DO/NP/PA for next school year. Detailed instructions and information can be found on our Athletics Registration page.

Important Dates

June

4- 8th Grade Service Day (Last Day for 8th graders)
8th Grade Graduation and Party @ 6:00 at HCHS
5- No Late Start | Last day of school; 11:15 dismissal

Looking Ahead

August

1- 7th grade vaccinations due to the front office
19- Orientation Day (more information to come this summer)
20- First day of school
26- 8th Graders to Camp Roger
28- HCMS Parent Night
30- No sSchool; Labor Day Weekend

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May 29, 2024
High School Newsletter – June 2024
Dear HCHS Family,

Thank you once again for such an incredible year of partnership in pursuing our mission to equip minds and nurture hearts to transform the world for Jesus. From the teaching and learning that took place in each classroom to the hearty performances on the fields, stages, and courts, this community has truly displayed an array of great acts of worship with the gifts given them. This year’s theme has been faith like a child, and typically when we think of children performing great accomplishments, we think of them saying, “Look at me! Look at me!” Yet, this graduating class of seniors directed all of our attention toward offering thanksgiving and adoration to the Gift-giver, which is reflected even further by their class song selection,Gratitude.

Our students at Holland Christian Schools are gifted in so many ways. They start prayer groups and Bible studies together, several intentionally disciple classmates, many academically push themselves to their fullest potential, they compete with vigor, and they perform as unto the Lord and not for the world. Given how amazing these young people are, it was all the more moving to see them lift up their hands for our last chapel with seniors and sing these words:

So I throw up my hands and praise you again and again
‘Cause all that I have is a Hallelujah Hallelujah
And I know it’s not much But I’ve nothing else fit for a King
Except for a heart singing Hallelujah Hallelujah

Working with your students is such a gift, and our high school team is so thankful for the opportunity to partner with you and your churches in raising up resilient followers of Jesus, who can transform the world through their apprenticeship to Jesus in every square inch of God’s vineyard.

We also express gratitude for the time and work of a few of our colleagues who will not be returning to the high school next year. With somber, grateful hearts, we say goodbye and thank you to Ms. Kristin Travers, Ms. Kristin Keen, Mr. Chris Kuipers, Ms. Ginger Suess, and Mr. Keith Blystra, who all will be pursuing ventures beyond HC, and Ms. Laura Serie, who will be transitioning to another HC campus next year. We cannot thank them enough for the love, time, and support that they have given to our students here at the high school. We are confident that God will bless them greatly as they move on to the next chapter in their lives.

Thank you for your continued support and prayers in serving these students and the community. May our Father continue to bless you and your families during this upcoming summer and may you have ample moments to pause and give thanks, for the Lord is good and his mercy endures forever.

With thanks,

Miles

General Information

Exam Schedule
- Students are not required to be at school unless they have an exam.
- You will not be allowed to take your exams until all detentions have been served, and you will not receive credit for your second semester courses until you take your exams.
- All books must be returned and fines paid in the Media Center before exams may be taken.
- All lunch accounts must be paid up before exams may be taken.
- Friday, May 31
  - 8:45am – 10:15am – 1st hour
  - 10:30am – 12:00pm – 2nd hour
- Monday, June 3
  - 8:45am – 10:15am – 3rd hour
  - 10:30am – 12:00pm – 4th Hour
- Tuesday, June 4
  - 8:45am – 10:15am – 5th hour
  - 10:30am – 12:00pm – 6th hour
- Wednesday, June 5
  - 8:45am – 10:15am – 7th hour
  - 10:30am – 12:00pm – Makeup slot
How to get your 23-24 grades online after June 14
1. Log in to PowerSchool as either parent or student.
2. Click on the “Grades History” icon on the left.
3. Grades for the current school history will be listed.
The columns for 2nd semester are A2 (18 weeks of coursework), E2 (2nd semester exam), and S2 (2nd semester final grade – this is the important one that appears on transcripts and determines cumulative GPA). If you receive a grade of “CR” in a course, it means you received credit, but it will not count in your GPA.

Diplomas and Transcripts for Class of 2024

Graduates, please remember to pick up diplomas in the high school office during the week of June 10 – 14. Diplomas can be picked up any time between 8am and 3pm. Diplomas will not be mailed. If a final transcript needs to be sent to your college, please request it via your Parchment account, if you haven’t already done so. Beginning August 1, 2024, any requests you make on your Parchment account are no longer free.

Summer Office Hours (Tentative)
- June 6-7: Office closed for Professional Development
- June 10-28: 7:30am-3:30pm
- July 1-3: 8am – 1:00pm
- July 4-5: Office Closed
- July 8-August 2: 8am-1pm (closed on Fridays)
- August 5-16: 7:30am-3:30pm (Monday-Friday)
If you need immediate service when the high school office is closed please call the Administration Office at 616.820.2805.

Graduation Ceremony

Congratulations, HCHS Class of 2024! If you missed the commencement ceremony for the Class of 2024 you can watch the recording on Holland Christian’s Youtube Channel

Class of 2025 Senior Camp

Yes, that’s right. Class of 2025, it is time to sign up for senior camp. This year we’ll be heading to Camp Ao-Wa-Kiya in Shelby, MI on August 16-17. Please Register for Senior Camp. This is an incredible way to begin our senior year together. If you have any questions please email Mr. Russ or Email Mr. Koeman.

School Start Letter

Watch for your school start newsletter to be emailed at the beginning of August. To ensure that we have the correct email addresses, home contact information and emergency contact information for you, please verify and update your information in PowerSchool. If you do not have a PowerSchool account yet, please watch for emails in August with the information you need to either create an account or add a new child to your account.

ACT/SAT Testing Dates

The ACT is offered September 14, 2024, October 26, 2024, and December 9, 2024. Go to the ACT website to register.

The SAT is offered October 5, 2024, November 2, 2024 and December 7, 2024. HCHS is a testing site for these dates and you will be able to select this location when you register. Go to the SAT website to register.

Athletics Information

Summer Camps

The Athletics department offers summer camp opportunities for high school students as well as our younger athletes. Please see our Summer Camps page to find out what is available and to register.

Important Athletic Dates
- MHSAA Dead Week: July 1-7 no team activities or use of facilities
- MHSAA fall sports pre-season downtime: August 1-11 limited activities for fall teams
- High school fall sports begin: August 12
- Middle school fall sports: Football begins August 19, all other Middle School sports begin August 26
Physicals

Athletic physical forms must be turned in before tryouts. We are partnered with FinalForms for all our athletic registrations and forms. These can be found on ourAthletic Registration page

Important Dates

School Calendar

2023-24 & 2024-25 Calendars

August
- 16/17: Senior Camp
- 19: Freshman orientation from 8:00am – 11:30am (lunch included)
- 19: New students (non-freshman) 9:00am – 12:15pm (lunch included)
- 19: Student check in/picture day (11:30am to 3:00pm)
- 20: All students report (full day)
- 28: All School Convocation
- 30: Labor Day weekend, no school
September
- 2: Labor Day weekend, no school
- 23: Senior picture deadline (More details on Senior pictures)
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May 29, 2024
Pine Ridge Newsletter – May 2024
Happy spring! It is so wonderful to hear the birds singing and see the sun–we have made it to May! May reminds me of the fact that after long, cold and maybe hard months God is still good, he is still faithful and warms us with his spirit. I am always encouraged at this time of year to also see students grow and see them blossom after almost a full year of hard work.

This month is filled with lots of once-a-year activities such as our graduation, field day, last chapel, end of year PBIS celebration and more. I want to enjoy these events but also not let them diminish what we have experienced throughout the year. We have had the honor of seeing families at the ice cream social, conferences, grandparents day, orchestra and band concerts, spring program and soon our end of year celebrations.

Thank you for your continued support and partnership as we work together to help our children. As a mom of 2 boys here at HC, it fills my heart to know that we are ALL working together to point their hearts toward Jesus and who he has made them to be. I pray you have a chance to enjoy all that spring has to offer and I look forward to seeing you all soon!

Dinah

Announcements

Tulip Time ’24

On Thursday, May 9th, our 3rd-4th graders will participate in the Tulip Time Kinderparade. We will have a normal school schedule in the morning: 5th graders not helping with the parade will be dismissed at 11:30am; there will be no after-school busing. 3rd and 4th graders will remain at school, until we load the buses to head to the parade route. They will eat lunch at school before heading to the parade. There will be no hot lunch.

An information sheet and pick up slip was sent home with your child. Please return this slip to your child’s teacher ASAP if you have not done so already, and please keep an eye on your email the week of Tulip Time (May 6-10) for correspondence about parade reminders.

Parent Board

Parent Board is looking ahead to next year! Would you like to be part of our team? Help us plan and execute Walkathon, show teachers our appreciation throughout the year, and plan some fun events, besides getting to know the school community! Please email Tami Schippers or email Emily Baker if you’d like to learn more.

Important Website Links
Calendar

May
- 9: 1/2 day: Tulip Time Parade (3rd & 4th graders stay for parade)
- 27: No school: Memorial Day
- 28: Track & Field Day
June
- 4: 5th grade graduation
- 5: 1/2 day: Last day of school
- 5: Report cards live
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April 25, 2024
Forest School Newsletter – May 2024
Our Forest is exploding with new life and we’re blessed to be in the midst of all this bounty in Creation. When we slow our busyness and join children in viewing our world from their perspective, the intricacies of the mini miracles all around us abound. Children are experts at wondering when they’re gifted with time to wander. I encourage you to wander in creation this spring with your child. Listen to their questions. Absorb their enthusiasm. Notice the world as they see it. Allow God to speak to your heart and to your child’s heart by simply enjoying his presence and each other in the midst of springtime beauty.

“But ask the animals, and they will teach you,
or the birds in the sky, and they will tell you;
or speak to the earth, and it will teach you,
or let the fish in the sea inform you.
Which of all these does not know
that the hand of the LORD has done this?
In his hand is the life of every creature
and the breath of all mankind.”

Job 12: 7-10

Yours in Christ’s service,

Miska

Just a couple of Forest Kids worshipping God with their budding ukulele skills on a spring Monday morning!

Announcements

Kindergarten Visit

We are welcoming the parents of our new 24-25 school year Forest Kindergarteners. Incoming kindergarten parents are invited to meet with us in the Forest School amphitheater, which is near our cabins at 880 Ottawa Avenue, at 6pm on Thursday, May 2. We hope to welcome you to the Forest family and begin to learn about all things related to Forest Kindergarten life! We’re excited to meet and welcome new and familiar friends!

Tulip Time ’24

On Thursday, May 9, our 1st-4th graders will participate in the Tulip Time Kinderparade. We will have a normal school schedule in the morning: kindergarteners will be dismissed at 11:30am. Busing will not run! 1st-4th graders will remain at school until we load the buses to head to the parade route. They will eat lunch at school before heading to the parade. There will be no hot lunch.

An information sheet and pick up slip was sent home with your child. Please return this slip to your child’s teacher ASAP if you have not done so already, and please keep an eye on your email the week of Tulip Time (May 6-10) for correspondence about parade reminders.

Grandparents/friends Day

Please pass along our invitation to your special Grandparents/friends! We’d love to pull out all of the stops and welcome them to our beautiful spaces in our Forest. Friday, May 3 in three different celebrations we will give thanks to God for surrounding us with the support and care of loved ones. Please note the timeframes and locations for each age level:

Forest School Mentor Parents for 24/25

Our goal and prayer is that every child and every family at Holland Christian would be known, nurtured and inspired. To that end, we are seeking warm and welcoming individuals or families who might be willing to serve as a mentor in their Forest Classroom for the 24-25 school year. Please see the list of needs that this role might encompass but is not limited to!
- Host two play dates at a park, beach, or other location of your choice for one hour.
- Pass along emails to the families in your class notifying clearance sales, books, special events that might interest Forest Families.
- Attend the New Family Picnic in August
- Attend Forest special events such as the Forest Family Night Hike
- Willingness to share contact information with classroom families to receive questions, concerns, wonderings and feedback.
- Connect with Miska as needs from families arise
If you’re interested in serving your child’s classroom community in this manner in the 24-25 school year, please email Miska

Important Website Links
Upcoming Dates

May
- 2: Kindergarten visit day
- 3: Grandparents’ Day (K-2)
- 9: 1/2 day: Tulip Time Parade (1st and 2nd graders stay for parade)
- 24: Field Day
- 27: No school: Memorial Day
June
- 5: 1/2 day: Last day of school
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April 25, 2024