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Blog Bits 2/3/2017

Blog Bits 2/3/2017

News From the Office…

Not a lot to report from the office. We have been busy with our daily routines and learning. We had Kindergarten round up this week and we are starting to think of next year already. If you know of anyone that has a child starting Kindergarten next year and they didn’t make it to round up, send them to the office to pick up a registration packet.

The yearbooks came home and they are always fun to look at. We do have a couple of extras in the office if you forgot to order one and would like one yet. Call the office if you would like one and we will set it aside for you. The cost is $10.

Our next early release to put on your calendar is on March 10. Otherwise enjoy a long weekend!!

Winter Break…

Just a reminder there is no school this Monday Feb. 6 for Winter Break. We hope you enjoy your time off and we will see you back at school on Tuesday Feb. 7

PTC News…

Feb 8 – Jets Pizza Night…. Order some Jet’s Pizza and let them know your child’s teacher name when ordering. The class that has the highest amount of orders will win a pizza party for their class. Mrs. Stutz class has been on a winning streak!

Feb 10 – Popcorn Friday

Feb 16 – Marco’s Pizza Night… Order Marco’s and let them know your child’s teacher name when ordering. The class that has the highest amount of orders will win a pizza party for their class. Georgetown also gets a portion of the profit made so you are also supporting Georgetown!!

It’s that time of year again!! BOX TOPS TIME!!! If you have Box Tops at your house it is time to send them in!! We have sheets in the office or you can print one off using the link below. If you don’t have them on a paper, please make sure you count them out and send them in labeled with your child’s name and teacher. You have a couple weeks to turn them in!!  WinterHatsMittens BOX TOP FORM

Daddy Daughter Dance is Feb 25. The deadline for signing up is past. If you didn’t get your RSVP back or you have questions, please contact Penny Johnson. Her email is Snpjohnson@comcast.net. Also if you would like to help out at this event, they are looking for help!! Click on this link to go to the sign up page!!

Upcoming Survey for SOAR III…

For the past three years, we have been working on accomplishing our district’s long-range planning goals outlined in S.O.A.R. II (Strategic Objectives to Achieve Results).  Teams of teachers, administrators and support staff have been focused on specific goals in the areas of Human Services, Operations, and Teaching and Learning.  S.O.A.R. II points of pride include, but are not limited to, the development and phased implementation of an elementary STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Mathematics) special, saving millions of taxpayer dollars by renovating a former elementary school, renovating all buildings’ front office areas to provide an extra level of security, and expanding community education offerings.  A complete report of the many accomplishments can be found on our district’s website.

To continue our great tradition of excellence at Hudsonville Public Schools and to elevate our successes, we are asking for your help in the development of our next strategic plan: S.O.A.R. III.  We have completed the first phase of development (Focus Groups) and are very thankful for the wealth of information we received.  Our website contains a summary of findings based on this phase.

We are now entering the second phase in the research; a Randomized Needs Assessment Survey.  If you receive an invitation to participate, please consider taking part in helping us set the direction for the next three years.

Later in February, we will open the survey to parents and community members who were not part of the random selection process.  We will email the link to the survey when it becomes available.

Community News…

•Love & Logic Parenting Workshop

February 22 and the 4 following Wednesdays:  Love & Logic Parenting Workshop, 6-8pm. Tired of power struggles with your kids and exhausted with trying to keep it cool in hot situations? Let us help! Join us for the Love & Logic 5 week Parenting Workshop on Wednesday nights beginning on February 22 from 6-8pm here at Fair Haven Church (FHC).  In these five sessions, parents will learn valuable techniques that will help transform their homes and create a positive environment for everyone to live in! FHC is covering the cost of the course; the only purchase that needs to be made by parents is the $10 workbook! Don’t forget, dinner is offered on Wednesday nights and we are offering free childcare through age 11. What’s stopping you?  Click here to sign up for the class and choose your desired childcare option today!

•New to lacrosse?  
Join us to learn basic lacrosse skills from our youth coaches before the season begins.
Who:    New players 3rd – 5th grade.  NEW PLAYERS only please!
Where:  Park Elementary gym, from 6:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
When:   Monday evenings Feb 13-March 13
cost:  Free,  you bring your own men’s or women’s lacrosse stick
•Registration for Hudsonville Youth Lacrosse opens Jan 25.  Register on Hudslax.com  
Boys lacrosse 3-8 grades.
Girls lacrosse grades 5-8.   ( girls in 3-4 grade may play on the boys lacrosse team)

•The Hudsonville Athletic Boosters are presenting the GMB/ Eagle 5k ” Brian Carlson Memorial Run” on March 25, 2017 at 9am. The event will take place at Hudsonville High School with the route running through the city of Hudsonville. Special guest speaker this year will be Rebecca Cruttenden speaking at 8:30am in the gym. Rebecca is the founder and director of the Team Orphans and the owner of Clara Cookies. She is also a mother of three adopted children and a 6 time Ironman finisher. Be sure to check her out on our website. Come and hear Rebecca’s story and see why she is so passionate about helping others.

.. Be sure to sign up on line at www.classicrace.com or visit our website www.hudsonville5k.com for more information and registration. Online registration only. Packet pickup and late registration will be at Harvest Health March 24 from 4-7pm and Race day morning from 7am to 8:50am. Be sure to check out and LIKE our Facebook page (GMB Eagle 5k race) also for all updates. All runners will receive lots of post-race refreshments.

Community Ed…

•KIDS ROCK THE GYM – Grades PK – 6

Drop your Pre-K – 6th grade child off with us and we’ll keep them busy with all kinds of fun activities while you go out for dinner, a movie, or just hang out at home .Movie Room ~ Music & Dancing ~ Crafts & Painting ~ Activities in the Gymnasium (basketball, dodgeball, relay races, kickball) ~ Lip Sync Competition ~ Hot Shot Competition ~Obstacle Race ~ Gaga Pit ~ Volleyball

This program is sponsored and supervised by the Varsity Girls Basketball Coaches, Team, and Parents.

When:  Saturday, February 18, 2017

Time:  6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.

Where:  Hudsonville High School Gyms, 5037 – 32nd Ave.

Cost:  $20 per child, $30 for 2 kids – same family, $40 for 3 or more – same family

Register online at hudsonvillepublicschools.org and visit the Hudsonville Community Ed. page.

•National Flag Football – Kids Teams Forming Now!
In Partnership With Hudsonville Community Education

BOYS AND GIRLS – AGES 4 – 14

LEAGUE INFO

• Flag Football Is All We Do!
• Registration includes NFL Jersey, & Flag Belts For All Players To Keep
• Teams Formed By Buddy Request, School & Grade
• Practices & Games On Weekends Only
• Practices An Hour Before Games
• Coaches Screened & Trained
• Eight Week Season
*3.99% processing fee added to all transactions

IMPORTANT DATES

Registration Deadline:  Monday, February 24th
Season Begins:  April 23rd
Season Ends:  June 18th
In the event of a rain date, season may be extended up to June 25th.

Games played on Sundays at Grandville High School
Questions?  248-454-9700
Register online at www.nationalflagfootball.com

•We have many  for your kids this winter! Check out this link to see what we have to offer!

Please feel free to call if you have any questions.

Register online!

Rebecca Fabiano
Hudsonville Community Education 669-1740, ext #3
hudsonvillepublicschools.org

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