Friday, November 21, 2014

Respond in Gratitude

God graciously includes us, His people, in His ongoing mission of reconciliation in the world. Every November we recommit ourselves as a community who strives to transform the world by reaching out to children and families in need to offer hope and help through the World Renew Gift Program. Each class will collect money from December 1-December 12. As the money is brought to school, students will total the donation and make decisions about how they would like to spend the funds. Through the World Renew gift catalog, students can select items such as mosquito nets, health kits, goats, pigs, chimneys, latrines and water filters. We we hold a special chapel service on Wednesday, December 17 during which we will review what items our entire South Side community will be sending out around the world.

We invite you to participate in this program. You may encourage your child to complete special jobs around the house to earn money. Perhaps they can dig into their own piggy bank for an offering. You are welcome to attend our chapel time on Wednesday, December 17 from 8:30-9:00 as we offer our gifts as a response to God's love and grace in our lives. Our school theme this year is "Love Does". Let's "do" in love.



Busing
Please note that there will be no HPS busing on Wednesday, November 26th.

Book Fair
Despite our inclement weather, the book fair has been forging on! Strong work, Val! Our snow days make us think of days to dive into a book adventure.  Please make note of the dates and times of the book fair. A huge thank you to Val Nyhof who is giving of her time and efforts to make this event a huge success. Thank you!

November 20 9:00 to 5:00

November 21 9:00-4:00

Hot Lunch (Monday 11/24)
Please note that there will be a change in the hot lunch menus for Monday - macaroni and cheese, steamed broccoli, cherry tomatoes, applesauce, blueberry muffin.

Art Class need
Our art classes use milk jug lids and lids from containers like peanut butter, mayonnaise, dry roasted peanuts etc. Would you be willing to save them for the art room? Thank you! Mrs. Walters

Lost & Found
The lost & found table is "growing" and we would like to see each item find its way home. Please take a look soon as you drop or pick up your child. Shortly items will be donated to DITTO.

Yearbook orders 
If you have not already placed an online order for a yearbook, forms are coming home today and may be returned to the office. Orders placed by December 3rd will be guaranteed to be filled.

                                               
Poinsettia Sale
Are you thinking of a seasonal gift or an added touch to your home/office decor? The office is accepting poinsettia orders through next week. JW Greenhouse is again supplying our flowers that will have 5-7 blooms per plant. Cost is $8.00 each and come in the traditional red with additional colors of white, marble pink, and maroon is back this year. Pick up is Thursday, December 4 (2-5) and Friday, December 5 (8-2).

Requested Announcements

HC Decal
If you are interested in a HC decal for your car window you may pick one up from Pat at the office free of charge.

ACE Classes
Look for the enrollment forms for the next line-up of ACE classes to come home on December 5th. These fun-filled classes will be hosted by South Side beginning Thursday, January 15th for six Thursdays. Be sure to save these dates!
  • K-2nd Classes – SPORTS SPECTACULAR JR. and KITCHEN KIDS

Preschool Happenings
We have a Preschool Assistant opening for our Enrichment program at Rose Park and South Side.
The hours would be Monday (RP) and Tuesday (SS) from 11:15-3:30. If interested contact Amanda Brouwer at abrouwer@hollandchristian.org.