Friday, February 20, 2015

White as Snow

Though it certainly is down right cold outside, and I apologize on behalf of our beautiful state to several of our new South Side families who are experiencing their first Michigan winter, this one's a doozy, you have to admit, it certainly is beautiful outside. Paster Chad, Leo's dad, came to our chapel time on Ash Wednesday to remind us that it is during this time in our Christian calendar that God is preparing our hearts and "cleaning us up" in preparation for Easter. He washes us as white and as pure as the snow that blankets the breathtaking Michigan landscape. What a beautiful, life-changing reminder as you're huffing this stuff off your driveway and walkway for the 78th time this winter! ;)

It's Makers Week time!! Your child has been reminded that we are loved by and we serve a CreATivE God! We are image bearers of our creative God. As a place of learning, it is our responsibility to celebrate and develop this gift of creativity, innovation and complex collaborative abilities. For the next four mornings, your child will engage in learning in a non-traditional model. You are welcome to click here view the slides that were used to introduce our projects to our students. Look at the excitement on their faces! These kids are eager to learn and we appreciate deeply the opportunity to lead them through this learning.

Click here for more photos of our students making their project selections

Prospective Parent Preschool & Kindergarten Visiting Days
Preschool and kindergarten visiting days are opportunities for prospective parents and their soon-to-be preschooler or kindergartener to visit a classroom, meet our teachers, and participate in a classroom activity. This is a great way to “sample” a preschool and kindergarten class! Visiting days are offered at both Rose Park and South Side from 9-10:30 am on the following dates:
  • March 12, 2015
  • April 16, 2015
  • May 14, 2015
To reserve your spot, please RSVP to Courtney Lampen at (616) 820-2804 or clampen@hollandchristian.org You can also check the following link for events pertaining to events at http://www.hollandchristian.org/admissions_events

FACTS Applications
The FACTS application form may now be completed either in paper form (available in the school office) or online at onlinefactmgt.com/aid. The forms are due April 15.


Safari Family Fun Night - Friday, March 13, 5:30 - 8:00 Volunteers Needed!  This is a fun night for kids and families, but we can't do it without your help! Please consider volunteering for a shift. You may fill out the green paper form that was sent home with your child, or you may go online and sign up on the Sign Up Genius form we have created. www.SignUpGenius.com/go/20F0C4DAAAB22A20-funnight/4557251 Please look for the green information sheets as they also give information about jazzy jars and classroom contribution requests. If you have any questions, please contact Dawn Baker at dabaker@hollandchristian.org or Tricia Kiekintveld at triciakiek@gmail.com Thank you!!

“Music in Action” A Living Hope Showcase Event
Tickets for “Music in Action” are available to purchase online at www.hollandchristian.org/living_hope. Reserved Seats for $10 are sold online or by placing an order at the High School Office. For more information, contact Julie Kammeraad at 616-218-8536juliekammeraad@charter.net or Tam Treffers at 616-218-9181treffers@charter.net

The Holland Area Newcomers' 64th Annual Dutch Costume Resale starts the week of March 9th, 2015 at the Holland Civic Center. We are sending this information out to area schools, as this is a community service event primarily for children participating in the Tulip Time Parades. http://www.hollandnewcomers.com/dutchcr.html or email president@hollandnewcomers.com if you have any questions.

Moms In Prayer:
Invites you to join with us as we pray for our children. We meet Monday mornings from 8:15am-9:20ish at Sonya Snyder's house (162 West 37th Street). It is such a blessing to pray with other mothers, and to praise God together for the good gifts He gives. Please feel to give it a try when it works for your schedule! If needed, childcare will be provided. Questions? Call or message Sonya at 283-8019.

Upcoming Events:
February 23  - Makers Week
February 24  - Skating Party at Home Roller Rink from, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
February 26  - A.C.E.  snow-day make up date
March       2  - Ditto work bee (6-8, 2nd grade)
March       6  - No school, Staff Development
March     13  - Family Fun Night at Pine Ridge, 5:30pm
March     28  - Kids Stuff Reasale
March 30-31 - Parent/Teacher Conferences
April 1          -  Parent/ Teacher Conferences ( 1-3)/Dismissal- 11:30
April 2-12     - Spring Break
April 13        - School resumes
April 23        - SS/PR Spring Program at Christ Memorial