August 19, 2013
Dear Parents,
It is hard to believe that we have officially turned the page of the calendar to August! Teachers are busy working at school to get ready for students to arrive on Monday, August 26 for the afternoon visitation day, beginning at 1:00!
Welcome to ZCS! We welcome two new families to Zeeland Christian and to the SHC program this year! We are delighted and look forward to meeting and building relationships with both the Dryden and Sliedrecht families!
-We welcome Chad and Tammi Dryden to ZCS, with their boys, Attah, in 4th grade, and Kadre, in 7th grade. We look forward to getting to know you! (I heard that Kadre LOVES soccer!)
-We also welcome Tim and Angie Sliedrecht to ZCS and their children, Moses, in 1st grade, Avalien, 2nd grade, and Miriam, in 7th grade. The Sliedrechts will be in Michigan through September, then will be returning as missionaries to Uganda until December, when they will be joining us again in January!
We look forward to getting to know each of these students and their families!
Important Information for the first few weeks of school:
There are a lot of important activities happening during the first few weeks of school!
First Week of School~
We are excited to see students again and hear all about their fun summer vacations! We are planning to have our first SHC day of school on Tuesday, August 27 with the rest of the Zeeland Christian students! There is definitely an exciting feel at ZCS on the first day of school! Our SHC students will come to school for a 1/2 day from 7:40 (middle school) or 8:40 (elementary) until noon. Middle Schoolers will attend the middle school chapel at 8:00 and all of our students will attend the all-school chapel on Tuesday morning at 9:00, where we can worship and praise God for a new school year! Parents are invited to attend as well!
Typically, Tuesdays will be a home-day of learning in the School/Home Collaborative program, but we feel that the first day of school is special at Zeeland Christian and we don't want to miss it! During the first week, students will attend school for the 1/2 day on Tuesday, as well as Wednesday and Thursday (full days). On Friday, there is no school, as we enjoy the Labor Day weekend through Monday, September 2.
Week 1: August 26-August 30~
Monday, August 26- Students are invited to attend the open house from 1:00-2:00. Students can bring their school supplies, and put items in their desks and lockers.
Monday, August 26- Ice Cream Social for new ZCS families!
Tuesday, August 27- Half Day for SHC students (see above for times)
Wednesday, August 28- Full day of school
Wednesday, August 28- Hillside Prayer and Praise service (supper at 6:00pm; service at 7:00pm)
Thursday, August 29- Full day of school
Friday, August 30- NO SCHOOL- Labor Day weekend
Week 2, September 2-6~
-Monday, September 2- No School, Labor Day
-Tuesday, September 3, will be the first "Home-Day" of learning and lesson materials will be sent home on Thursday, August 29.
-Wednesday and Thursday, September 4 and 5- We will have the normal "School-Days" on Wednesday and Thursday, and finish our 4-day week with a "Home-Day" of learning for grades 1-5 on Friday.
-Wednesday, September 4- SHC Middle School and Elementary Parent meetings-
3:45-4:00- Please plan to attend the 1st-8th grade parent meeting for all parents.
4:00-4:20 and 4:20-4:40: 2 identical sessions for Elementary and Middle school.
-Wednesday, September 4 - Friday, September 6- 6th Grade Camp at Camp Geneva.
-Friday, September 6- Middle School- All ZCS students, grades 6-8, will be at Camp Geneva. (See Below)
MIDDLE SCHOOLERS: PLEASE PLAN TO ATTEND THE CAMP GENEVA DAY WITH THE ENTIRE MIDDLE SCHOOL ON FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 6. More information will be coming, but please make it a priority to attend this all-middle school camp day.
Week 3, September 9-13: We will jump into a full, five day week, with our regular school and home day schedule.
September 11: ZCS Middle School Information Night- Please watch the Blue Note for the meeting times for 6th, 7th, and 8th grade.
New Blog site:
We are also excited to launch a new blog site this year with user friendly links to each SHC teacher- Mrs. Patnott, Miss Konyndyk, Mr. Heeres, and Mrs. Walters. Stay tuned as the website is "Under Construction" and will soon be up and running!
We are very excited to see each student for a time of assessment on August 19-21! We love meeting together before school starts so we can meet new students, and reconnect with returning students. We're looking forward to hearing all about their summer, as well as working on some informal assessments together so we can jump into learning to meet individual needs right away when school begins!
Have a great week! Looking forward to seeing you all soon!
Blessings,
Mrs. Walters
for the SHC team- Miss Konyndyk, Mrs. Patnott, and Mr. Heeres
Monday, August 12, 2013
Sunday, June 2, 2013
Final Week of School- June 3-5
Dear Parents,
It is hard to believe that we are entering our final week of school! There are a few details I wanted to share with you as we look forward to these last few days of school.
It is hard to believe that we are entering our final week of school! There are a few details I wanted to share with you as we look forward to these last few days of school.
- Monday- Field Day: Students will be enjoying outside field day activities tomorrow with their family groups (grades 1-5)! Please make sure your child is dressed appropriately for what looks to be a beautiful, but cooler day! Hot lunch IS available, or you can send a "cold" lunch to school with your child. We will eat lunch together in our classroom. Feel free to stop by anytime during the day to see all of the activities on the ZCS hill!
- Laptop turn in on Wednesday: A laptop form was sent home last week to help your child prepare to return the laptop. Please save any documents, iTunes songs, and photos that you want to keep on a flash drive, as students may not receive the same laptop again in the fall.
- Bussing this week: There will be no bussing Tuesday or Wednesday afternoons.
- Bus Tags: Please be sure to return your child's bus tag to school on Wednesday (or sooner if they are not being used). I did collect most "non-busser" tags last week, but please check your child's backpack, as there will be a $10 charge for any tag not returned. Bussed students tags will be handed in on the child's last bus ride.
- Barnes and Noble- A reading incentive form was sent home last week to encourage your child to continue a regular reading routine throughout the summer. There are many reading programs offered in the area, such as at the Howard Miller library in Zeeland and Herrick Library in Holland. Please encourage your child to READ, READ, READ over the summer! I will also send home a handout with several reading ideas in your child's red folder this week.
- Paper Bag on Wednesday: On Wednesday, as students clean their desk and locker, they will have quite a few items to bring home which may not all fit in their backpack. Please send an extra bag to school with your child to carry everything home!
- Donations to the Philippines: When we empty desks on Wednesday, students have the opportunity to donate pencils, crayons, markers, colored pencils, scissors, etc. to be sent to Grace Christian Community School in the Philippines. Please take a few minutes before Wednesday to decide with your child what could be donated and what should be returned home.
- Passing the Batons: At the end of each school year, students will carry home their own baton which reminds us how we, as parents and teachers work, by God's Spirit, to pass on the baton of FAITH to our children. Each baton contains a special note to remind students of God's continued work in their lives as HE shapes them to become more like Him. Please take a few minutes to read these with your child, place them in a special place during the summer, and return their baton to school in the fall. See this ZCS youtube link which reminds us of our year being "Shaped by Christ" and the privilege and responsibility we have to pass along our faith to our children! LINK: http://youtu.be/j0uO8zPoX_E
It has truly been a blessing to be able to work with you in the education of your children! I am blessed by each child and their amazing ways that they show Jesus to others! I pray that God will bless you, keep you safe over the summer, and that your children will continue to grow in their love for the Lord! I look forward to seeing you again in the fall, and if your schedule allows, for a few summer picnic lunches together too!
In Christ,
Julie Walters
Monday, May 27, 2013
Memorial Day Parade!
Check out the Memorial Day Parade today! Everyone did a great job marching, waving, smiling, and having a great time! Such a wonderful group of kids! So proud that we could march today to be a part of honoring all who have served and sacrificed for our country!
Friday, May 24, 2013
May 27-June 5, 2013
May 24, 2013
Dear Parents,
I pray you will have a safe and relaxing Memorial Day weekend and will have time to spend with family and friends! It is so hard to believe how quickly this school year has gone and that we have only a little more than a week left of school! We have lots of field trips and events coming up and look forward to the special memories and relationship building opportunities ahead! Please refer to the lesson plans for each day's activities for your child. I look forward to seeing everyone again next week Wednesday, May 29. There are field trips and outings on Wednesday, so dress accordingly.
Looking Ahead:
On Memorial Day, I am planning to march with Isaac, Addie, Alaina, Kenzie, and Sydney. We'll meet on the southwest corner of Cherry St. and South Centennial at 8:45am. Dress in red, white, and blue and I'll see you there! We'll have fun blowing bubbles with the other ZCS students as we march together! Parents will need to check in with me before I can dismiss your child at the end of the parade route.
Market Day: I've posted the link (see the sidebar) to the super 4th grade student commercials. Take a look to see each groups' business product. Well done!
Save your Pop Cans! Mini-Economics Unit: Our class has been talking about ways we can support the World Vision organization and I know some students have been bringing in extra change from odd jobs they have been helping with at home. We have shared an ad with teachers that students created in class and have challenged students to donate "10 For Our Friends"! The elementary grade students will be helping us collect pop cans until May 31 to raise money to purchase rabbits, goats, chickens, or ducks. Please save your pop cans and send them to school anytime before the 31st!
Picnic at Lawrence Park: On the last day of school, our class will be having lunch at Lawrence Park for PIZZA and a few games together. We'd love to have parents and siblings come along too! If you are interested in helping with a relay or other game at the park, please let me know. See the link to RSVP with the number attending from your family and the number of pizza slices your family will eat. We are asking for $2.00 - $3.00 per person to cover the cost of pizza. Link to RSVP
Advance Bussing Notice: Please check the bussing schedule carefully:
Monday, June 3, No am bussing for middle school;
Tuesday, June 4, no am bussing for middle school, no pm bussing for elementary
Wednesday, June 5, no pm bussing for middle and elementary school.
Calendar Information:
Dear Parents,
I pray you will have a safe and relaxing Memorial Day weekend and will have time to spend with family and friends! It is so hard to believe how quickly this school year has gone and that we have only a little more than a week left of school! We have lots of field trips and events coming up and look forward to the special memories and relationship building opportunities ahead! Please refer to the lesson plans for each day's activities for your child. I look forward to seeing everyone again next week Wednesday, May 29. There are field trips and outings on Wednesday, so dress accordingly.
Looking Ahead:
On Memorial Day, I am planning to march with Isaac, Addie, Alaina, Kenzie, and Sydney. We'll meet on the southwest corner of Cherry St. and South Centennial at 8:45am. Dress in red, white, and blue and I'll see you there! We'll have fun blowing bubbles with the other ZCS students as we march together! Parents will need to check in with me before I can dismiss your child at the end of the parade route.
Market Day: I've posted the link (see the sidebar) to the super 4th grade student commercials. Take a look to see each groups' business product. Well done!
Save your Pop Cans! Mini-Economics Unit: Our class has been talking about ways we can support the World Vision organization and I know some students have been bringing in extra change from odd jobs they have been helping with at home. We have shared an ad with teachers that students created in class and have challenged students to donate "10 For Our Friends"! The elementary grade students will be helping us collect pop cans until May 31 to raise money to purchase rabbits, goats, chickens, or ducks. Please save your pop cans and send them to school anytime before the 31st!
Picnic at Lawrence Park: On the last day of school, our class will be having lunch at Lawrence Park for PIZZA and a few games together. We'd love to have parents and siblings come along too! If you are interested in helping with a relay or other game at the park, please let me know. See the link to RSVP with the number attending from your family and the number of pizza slices your family will eat. We are asking for $2.00 - $3.00 per person to cover the cost of pizza. Link to RSVP
Advance Bussing Notice: Please check the bussing schedule carefully:
Monday, June 3, No am bussing for middle school;
Tuesday, June 4, no am bussing for middle school, no pm bussing for elementary
Wednesday, June 5, no pm bussing for middle and elementary school.
Transportation Please turn in your ZPass Buss Tags on or before the last day of school:
- Students that have never used their tags (walkers, parents transport) should turn them in to the school office ASAP.
- Students that are currently using their bus tags may give their tag to the bus driver after their last swipe.
- Students that still have tags on the last day (and will not be riding a bus home) may drop off their tag as they leave the school.
ZCS Extend(ED) Registration For registration details, program offering, or more information, please go tohttp://www.zcs.org/enrichment/
Summer Math Skills Sharpener (grades K-8) and Summer Language Arts Skills Sharpener (grades K-7) All books are $17. Pick-up order forms in the office and return with payment by May 17. In order to receive these books by the end of the school year, we will not be able to accept orders after May 17. We have copies of the books in the office if you would like to see one.
Summer Math Skills Sharpener (grades K-8) and Summer Language Arts Skills Sharpener (grades K-7) All books are $17. Pick-up order forms in the office and return with payment by May 17. In order to receive these books by the end of the school year, we will not be able to accept orders after May 17. We have copies of the books in the office if you would like to see one.
Calendar Information:
-May 27- Memorial Day Vacation/Parade
-May 29- 2nd Grade trip to Camp Roger-all day
-May 29- 3rd Grade to the Zeeland Historical Museum- Leave at 9:00 and return at 11:30ish.
-May 29- 3rd Grade to the Zeeland Historical Museum- Leave at 9:00 and return at 11:30ish.
-May 29- 4th Grade trip to John Ball Zoo
-May 30- ZCS Market Day- 4th grade Vendors! Parents are welcome to visit too!
-May 31- First Grade trip to the John Ball Zoo (AM trip, lunch at a park, return by 1:00ish.)
-May 31- Fifth Grade trip - afternoon outing- more details to follow!
-June 3- Family Groups Field Day- bring sunscreen and water bottles!
-June 5- Last Day of School- Full Day- Lunch in the park together!
Have a great weekend and I'll see you on Wednesday, May 29!
Mrs. Walters
-May 31- Fifth Grade trip - afternoon outing- more details to follow!
-June 3- Family Groups Field Day- bring sunscreen and water bottles!
-June 5- Last Day of School- Full Day- Lunch in the park together!
Have a great weekend and I'll see you on Wednesday, May 29!
Mrs. Walters
Wednesday, May 22, 2013
Market Day- Next Thursday!
Dear Parents,
I am so proud of the 4th grade SHC economics team, founders of:
My Stache, Inc. :)
Here is their video/commercial that will be posted with the other 4th grade commercials, and shared with elementary teachers and their students.
Enjoy! Link: http://youtu.be/WcWfIcPVXTY
Market Day Information
Dear Parents,
This
is the ninth year that the fourth grade classes will be holding a market day
experience for students by doing this economics based project. One of the main reasons we have a
Market Day is so the fourth grade students can raise money to support two
students at Grace Christian Community School in the Philippines.
We
need your help to make Market Day a success. We will be holding Market Day on Thursday, May 30 in the
gym. Each grade level will be given a
shopping time during that afternoon.
Our students have been working hard to make their products, which will
be sold for a reasonable price (.50 to $4.00).
There are two things that your
students will need to bring on that shopping day: money and a small shopping
bag to put their items in. We are
recommending that students bring $4 to $5. You may recommend a different amount
that is appropriate for your age group.
Students are not
to bring in more than $5.
Thanks
again for your support! The fourth
graders are excited, and you will be excited too when you see what they have
created. If you have any questions
about Market Day, please feel free to ask us!
4th
Grade Teachers
SHOPPING TIMES
Thursday, May 30 - In the gym
1st Grade: 1:00 - 1:20
2nd Grade: 1:20 - 1:40
3rd Grade and SHC: 1:40 – 2:00
6th Grade 2:00 - 2:20
5th
Grade 2:20 – 2:40
4TH
Grade 2:40 – 3:00
Sunday, May 19, 2013
May 20-24, 2013 Newsletter
Here's a look ahead at May 20-24!
Dear Parents,
I hope you had a chance to enjoy the absolutely beautiful weekend during these last few days! It is really starting to feel a lot more like summer! These next few weeks are key weeks as we continue to work hard to keep our focus on learning! ZCS teachers are very intentional to keep working hard until the very end of the year! Every day is a key learning day and we want students to "own" that idea and stay focused until the very last day of school! Please encourage continued hard work as we keep moving forward both on the home and school days! There is a lot of information in this week's note, as many activities are in full swing!
Science Fusion: I know that a few parents have e-mailed me with specific Science Fusion online questions. I will be available Monday after school or Tuesday afternoon to help with any website questions. Please refer to the reminder e-mail I sent out last week with the username/password information for logging on to the website.
Memorial Day is next week Monday, May 27 (no school). I will be sending all of the materials for next week's home day lessons on Thursday of this week, so you will have all you need for next Tuesday's (and Friday's) lessons. Therefore, I will not see students on Monday or Tuesday, but will see students on Wednesday, May 29 for our "school" day together!
On Memorial Day, all elementary ZCS students are encouraged to participate in the Zeeland Memorial Day parade! We will be marching in the parade together as a class. The following students will be marching: Anna, Ellie, Kenzie, Sydney, and Isaac. If you are planning to march and I have not heard from you, please let me know. I will send parade line up info home soon.
Market Day: We are excited about the upcoming 4th grade Market Day on Thursday, May 30! Most products range in price from $1.00 to $4.00. Students in grades 1-6 will have the opportunity to shop and visit each company's booth and are asked to bring no more than $4.00 to spend. Our 4th graders are working to finish their product, "Stache Jars" and are eager to sell them on Market Day. All student products will be advertised on Facebook later this week! (through ZCS Facebook.) In addition, they are creating a 1minute commercial that will be posted so teachers can access the ads and share with students. This is a great learning opportunity to apply their learning from the 4th grade economics unit.
Save your Pop Cans! Mini-Economics Unit: In addition, our class has been talking about ways we can support the World Vision organization and I know some students have been bringing in extra change from odd jobs they have been helping with at home. This week we will begin a short 2 week advertising and collection effort with the elementary grades to collect pop cans until May 31 to raise money to purchase rabbits, goats, chickens, or ducks. Please start saving your pop cans and send them to school anytime before the 31st!
Field Trips: We have several grade level field trips coming up during this week and next. Please check the calendar listed below to see when your child will be going on a field trip. This week, 3rd graders will be going to the Van Raalte Farm for a great outdoor experience! Please dress accordingly. 2nd grade will be going to the Frederick Meijer Gardens on Thursday. Next week there are additional trips for 1st, 4th, and 5th.
Picnic at Lawrence Park: On the last day of school, our class will be going to Lawrence Park for a picnic lunch and a few games together with parents and students! We'll wrap up the afternoon in the classroom together and I'll provide a cool treat! If you are interested in helping with a relay or other game at the park, or coordinating a pizza lunch, please let me know! Thanks!
Chapel: The final chapel of the year will be on Friday, May 24 at 9:00am. Everyone is invited to attend. This is a special end of the year chapel. I encourage you to attend if you are available!
Advance Bussing Notice: Please check the bussing schedule carefully so there are no surprises.
There are several days that ZCS is in session that Zeeland Public is not. Our goal every year is to try to get 174 days of school in. The only way we can do that is to add several days when there is no bussing from Zeeland Public.~
Monday, June 3, No am bussing for middle school;
Tuesday, June 4, no am bussing for middle school, no pm bussing for elementary
Wednesday, June 5, no pm bussing for middle and elementary school.
Calendar Information:
Dear Parents,
I hope you had a chance to enjoy the absolutely beautiful weekend during these last few days! It is really starting to feel a lot more like summer! These next few weeks are key weeks as we continue to work hard to keep our focus on learning! ZCS teachers are very intentional to keep working hard until the very end of the year! Every day is a key learning day and we want students to "own" that idea and stay focused until the very last day of school! Please encourage continued hard work as we keep moving forward both on the home and school days! There is a lot of information in this week's note, as many activities are in full swing!
Science Fusion: I know that a few parents have e-mailed me with specific Science Fusion online questions. I will be available Monday after school or Tuesday afternoon to help with any website questions. Please refer to the reminder e-mail I sent out last week with the username/password information for logging on to the website.
Memorial Day is next week Monday, May 27 (no school). I will be sending all of the materials for next week's home day lessons on Thursday of this week, so you will have all you need for next Tuesday's (and Friday's) lessons. Therefore, I will not see students on Monday or Tuesday, but will see students on Wednesday, May 29 for our "school" day together!
On Memorial Day, all elementary ZCS students are encouraged to participate in the Zeeland Memorial Day parade! We will be marching in the parade together as a class. The following students will be marching: Anna, Ellie, Kenzie, Sydney, and Isaac. If you are planning to march and I have not heard from you, please let me know. I will send parade line up info home soon.
Market Day: We are excited about the upcoming 4th grade Market Day on Thursday, May 30! Most products range in price from $1.00 to $4.00. Students in grades 1-6 will have the opportunity to shop and visit each company's booth and are asked to bring no more than $4.00 to spend. Our 4th graders are working to finish their product, "Stache Jars" and are eager to sell them on Market Day. All student products will be advertised on Facebook later this week! (through ZCS Facebook.) In addition, they are creating a 1minute commercial that will be posted so teachers can access the ads and share with students. This is a great learning opportunity to apply their learning from the 4th grade economics unit.
Save your Pop Cans! Mini-Economics Unit: In addition, our class has been talking about ways we can support the World Vision organization and I know some students have been bringing in extra change from odd jobs they have been helping with at home. This week we will begin a short 2 week advertising and collection effort with the elementary grades to collect pop cans until May 31 to raise money to purchase rabbits, goats, chickens, or ducks. Please start saving your pop cans and send them to school anytime before the 31st!
Field Trips: We have several grade level field trips coming up during this week and next. Please check the calendar listed below to see when your child will be going on a field trip. This week, 3rd graders will be going to the Van Raalte Farm for a great outdoor experience! Please dress accordingly. 2nd grade will be going to the Frederick Meijer Gardens on Thursday. Next week there are additional trips for 1st, 4th, and 5th.
Picnic at Lawrence Park: On the last day of school, our class will be going to Lawrence Park for a picnic lunch and a few games together with parents and students! We'll wrap up the afternoon in the classroom together and I'll provide a cool treat! If you are interested in helping with a relay or other game at the park, or coordinating a pizza lunch, please let me know! Thanks!
Chapel: The final chapel of the year will be on Friday, May 24 at 9:00am. Everyone is invited to attend. This is a special end of the year chapel. I encourage you to attend if you are available!
Advance Bussing Notice: Please check the bussing schedule carefully so there are no surprises.
There are several days that ZCS is in session that Zeeland Public is not. Our goal every year is to try to get 174 days of school in. The only way we can do that is to add several days when there is no bussing from Zeeland Public.~
Monday, June 3, No am bussing for middle school;
Tuesday, June 4, no am bussing for middle school, no pm bussing for elementary
Wednesday, June 5, no pm bussing for middle and elementary school.
Transportation Thank you for using your ZPass Bus Tags this past year. It has been a big help with our counts for overcrowded buses and also being able to locate students when needed. All students that have bus tags will need to turn them in on or before the last day of school:
- Students that have never used their tags (walkers, parents transport) should turn them in to the school office ASAP.
- Students that are currently using their bus tags may give their tag to the bus driver after their last swipe.
- Students that still have tags on the last day (and will not be riding a bus home) may drop off their tag as they leave the school.
ZCS Extend(ED) Registration For registration details, program offering, or more information, please go tohttp://www.zcs.org/enrichment/
Summer Math Skills Sharpener (grades K-8) and Summer Language Arts Skills Sharpener (grades K-7) All books are $17. Pick-up order forms in the office and return with payment by May 17. In order to receive these books by the end of the school year, we will not be able to accept orders after May 17. We have copies of the books in the office if you would like to see one.
Summer Math Skills Sharpener (grades K-8) and Summer Language Arts Skills Sharpener (grades K-7) All books are $17. Pick-up order forms in the office and return with payment by May 17. In order to receive these books by the end of the school year, we will not be able to accept orders after May 17. We have copies of the books in the office if you would like to see one.
Curriculum Connection
Creativity and a Cardboard BoxParents often joke about the fact that their kids would rather play with the boxes that toys come in than the toys themselves. Our kids are born with amazing creativity and as they grow older, our job as parents and teachers is to continue to cultivate that creativity. A little boy named Caine, in East LA, has become well known for his creative use of cardboard boxes. He serves as a reminder to us at ZCS to never underestimate the creativity that God has given our children! For Caine’s story, check out http://vimeo.com/nirvan/
Calendar Information:
-May 22- 3rd Grade trip to Van Raalte Farm- Leave at 9:00 and return approx. Noon.
-May 23- 2nd Grade trip to Frederick Meijer Gardens-all day
-May 27- Memorial Day Vacation/Parade
-May 29- 2nd Grade trip to Camp Roger-all day
-May 29- 3rd Grade to the Zeeland Historical Museum- Leave at 9:00 and return at Noon.
-May 29- 3rd Grade to the Zeeland Historical Museum- Leave at 9:00 and return at Noon.
-May 29- 4th Grade trip to John Ball Zoo
-May 30- ZCS Market Day- 4th grade Vendors! Parents are welcome to visit too!
-May 31- First Grade trip to the John Ball Zoo (AM trip, lunch at a park, return by 1:00ish.)
-May 31- Fifth Grade trip - afternoon outing- more details to follow!
-June 3- Family Groups Field Day- bring sunscreen!
-June 5- Last Day of School- Full Day- Lunch in the park together! More details will follow.
-May 31- Fifth Grade trip - afternoon outing- more details to follow!
-June 3- Family Groups Field Day- bring sunscreen!
-June 5- Last Day of School- Full Day- Lunch in the park together! More details will follow.
Saturday, May 11, 2013
May 13-17, 2013
May 13-17, 2013
Happy Mother's Day to each and every mother! Your children have been busy and excited all week thinking of you and making a special gift! Enjoy the sweet time together and cherish every moment with your children! I praise God for you and for the example of Christ you are! May the Lord continue to bless you and your families.
This week we will continue with a big week of learning as we have a full, five day week. We will continue working hard right up until the last day of school. On Thursday, we will have our SHC field trip to DeGraaf Nature Center. Please send a regular "cold" lunch to school with your child. We will not order hot lunch Thursday in order to be ready to leave on time. Also, there are several upcoming field trips planned for individual grade levels. Please check the schedule below carefully. On the last day of school, we are planning a picnic together. Parents are welcome to join us!
Students should be starting to record their observations with their geraniums this week. Please let me know if you have any questions throughout the unit. I think students will enjoy the predictions, observations, and conclusions they can make throughout their scientific process! I have included a small correction for Grades 1-3 in your child's red folder regarding how to access the "Readers" on the Science Fusion website. Please let me know if you have any questions throughout the unit!
I have heard from about half of our students about marching in the Memorial Day parade on Monday, May 27. We would love to have as many of our students march as possible. Please let me know if you are able to join us!
If you have any questions about anything as we begin to wrap up the year, please let me know!
Have a great week!
Mrs. Walters
Here is the schedule of events for the next few weeks:
-May 13- Upcoming 1st Graders (currently in Kdg) who will be joining our SHC class in the
fall will be visiting our room for a short time in the afternoon!
-May 15- 3rd Grade to the Cappon House - Leave at 9:00am and return approx. 11:15.
Happy Mother's Day to each and every mother! Your children have been busy and excited all week thinking of you and making a special gift! Enjoy the sweet time together and cherish every moment with your children! I praise God for you and for the example of Christ you are! May the Lord continue to bless you and your families.
This week we will continue with a big week of learning as we have a full, five day week. We will continue working hard right up until the last day of school. On Thursday, we will have our SHC field trip to DeGraaf Nature Center. Please send a regular "cold" lunch to school with your child. We will not order hot lunch Thursday in order to be ready to leave on time. Also, there are several upcoming field trips planned for individual grade levels. Please check the schedule below carefully. On the last day of school, we are planning a picnic together. Parents are welcome to join us!
Students should be starting to record their observations with their geraniums this week. Please let me know if you have any questions throughout the unit. I think students will enjoy the predictions, observations, and conclusions they can make throughout their scientific process! I have included a small correction for Grades 1-3 in your child's red folder regarding how to access the "Readers" on the Science Fusion website. Please let me know if you have any questions throughout the unit!
I have heard from about half of our students about marching in the Memorial Day parade on Monday, May 27. We would love to have as many of our students march as possible. Please let me know if you are able to join us!
If you have any questions about anything as we begin to wrap up the year, please let me know!
Have a great week!
Mrs. Walters
Here is the schedule of events for the next few weeks:
-May 13- Upcoming 1st Graders (currently in Kdg) who will be joining our SHC class in the
fall will be visiting our room for a short time in the afternoon!
-May 15- 3rd Grade to the Cappon House - Leave at 9:00am and return approx. 11:15.
-May 16- SHC trip to DeGraaf Nature Center- Natural Resources; We will leave school at 12:10 and return by 2:30. Students should plan to bring a “cold” lunch so we can eat together quickly in our classroom. Drivers: Mrs. Sal and Mrs. Tucker (Looking for 1 more, if you’re available).
-May 22- 3rd Grade trip to Van Raalte Farm- Leave at 9:00 and return approx. Noon.
-May 23- 2nd Grade trip to Frederick Meijer Gardens-all day
-May 27- Memorial Day Vacation/Parade
-May 29- 2nd Grade trip to Camp Roger-all day
-May 29- 3rd Grade to the Zeeland Historical Museum- Leave at 9:00 and return at Noon.
-May 29- 3rd Grade to the Zeeland Historical Museum- Leave at 9:00 and return at Noon.
-May 29- 4th Grade trip to John Ball Zoo
-May 30- ZCS Market Day- 4th grade Vendors
-May 31- First Grade trip to the John Ball Zoo (AM trip, lunch at a park, return by 1:00ish.)
-June 3- Family Groups Field Day- bring sunscreen!
-June 5- Last Day of School- Full Day- Lunch in the park together! More details will follow.
-June 3- Family Groups Field Day- bring sunscreen!
-June 5- Last Day of School- Full Day- Lunch in the park together! More details will follow.
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