Posted on

BLOG BITS 11/11/11

HAPPY 11/11/11 Georgetown Parents! 

NEWS FROM THE OFFICE……..  Well we did it… we survived Conference week!  Lots of long days, commotion and the Book Fair.  Whew!!  However, to top it all off we had a marvelous Friday with comfy, cozy day!!!  What a GREAT way to end our week, cold weather, a few snow flakes and comfy clothes!

Hold on tight parents, before we know it is going to be Thanksgiving Break and then….. Christmas Break.  Wow the year is flying by.  Just a few important dates to remember to put on your calendar….. November 23-25 NO SCHOOL,  November 28-December 2 our Holiday Shop will be happening AND December 1 will be our Holiday Program at Fairhaven Church.

A note from the office as a friendly reminder.  If you are dropping your students off in the morning please REMEMBER they need to walk around OUTSIDE the building to their playground.  Students are not allowed in the building before 8:45 unless accompanied by a adult.  There is supervision outside on the playgrounds and NOT in the school in the morning.  Please be aware that it is getting colder out and many kids try sneaking inside because they are cold, so make sure they are dressed appropriately in the morning when they are heading out for school.  Thanks for your help and consideration in this matter.

HOLIDAY PARADE…….  The Hudsonville Holiday Parade is coming to town.  It’s a wholesome atmosphere where families can celebrate the season close to home with easy, accessible parking.  Held on Saturday, November 19, 2011 at 10:00am, this annual event is a festive time that draws a big crowd.  Parade Route:  Highland Drive & 32nd Avenue, proceeding north on 32nd Ave to Central Blvd.  The parade ends at the fire station where the children can meet Santa and his live reindeer!  Everyone is invited for refreshments.

DISTRICT HOLIDAY PROGRAMS………. Attached is a letter from our Curriculum Director regarding the schedule for all HPS holiday programs. Georgetown’s holiday program will be held on December 1 at Fair Haven Church on the corner of Baldwin and 28nd Streets.   We will hold two back to back performances, one for PK-2 and Grades 3-5.  In the past, we rented Resurrection Life for this performance.  This facility size permitted us to hold one program.  However, the rental fee is cost prohibitive for our 2011-12 budget.  We look forward to showcasing our students vocal talents on December 1.  In November, details will be provided about the exact start times for the program.  PLEASE READ THE ATTACHED LETTER FROM THE CURRICULUM OFFICE …..  Letter-parents (1)

PE NEWS…….  P.E.  C.A.R.E.S.  …….  It is that time of year again.  Our school will be collecting food for a food drive for PE.  This food will then be donated to Water of Life Church for their food pantry for local families in need.  This food drive begins NOVEMBER 1 and runs through NOVEMBER 16.   The class that donates the most food for this wonderful event will win a P.E.  C.A.R.E.S. t-shirt and a class bowling trip to Hudsonville Lanes.  Woo-hoo!  Start bringing in the food!!  : )

PTC NEWS…….  BOOK FAIR…..  went well this week.  Lots of happy shoppers!  Kudos to our Georgetown students…..  YOU raised $150 for “One for Books”!  Way to go guys.

HOLIDAY SHOP……  is coming soon.  Mark it on your calendars for Monday, November 28 through Friday, December 2.

COMMUNITY NEWS……. GIFTS OF APPRECIATION ………  Are you wondering what gift to get your child’s teacher or bus driver for Christmas this year?  As we all know, Christmas is a great time to recognize those special people – teachers, coaches, counselors, bus drivers, and other staff members – who are a positive influence in your child’s life and school experience. One way to show your appreciation is by making a donation in their name to the Hudsonville Education Foundation.  It’s a gift that keeps on giving!  Please see the attached donation form (or pick one up at your child’s school) for more information and directions for making your gift.   HEF-Gifts of Apprec

RE-TREASURED SALE …… Hudsonville Congregational U.C.C. invites you to come shop this huge sale before, during, and after the Hudsonville Holiday Parade on Saturday, November 19, 2011 from 8:00am-4:00pm.  Great selection of gently-used or new items.  The church is located at 4950 32nd Ave., Hudsonville (on the parade route).  For more information, call Anita at 669-7512 or the church office at 669-1295.

COMMUNITY ED ACTIVITIES……..   SPORTS AND MORE CAMP…….  Hudsonville Community Education and the GVSU Women’s Basketball Team are pleased to join up to offer a fun-filled, activity camp for boys & girls ages 5 – 12 .  This indoor camp is designed to give the kids an opportunity to have fun and try a variety of different sports and activities.  A few of the offerings are:  Basketball, Baseball, Kickball, Soccer, Football, Rock Climbing *Swimming, & more!
*Swimming is from 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. – supervised by certified lifeguards.
(girls, please wear your swim suit under your clothes)

When:      Saturday, November 19, 2011, from 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Cost:        $15.00
Where:    GVSU Fieldhouse, 1 Campus Dr., Allendale, 49401
(once you are on the campus, follow signs that will direct you to the Fieldhouse.)

GYMNASTICS/DANCE/CHEER……  is also being offered currently.  Please see the attached flyer for more information.     gymnastiksfall2011#2

You may register online by visiting www.hudsonvillepublicschools.organd click on the Community Ed. link.

UPCOMING EVENTS

11/16 ~ Marco’s Pizza Night

11/16 ~ PE C.A.R.E.S. Food Drive ends

11/23 AND 11/25 ~ NO SCHOOL for Thanksgiving Break

11/28-12/2 ~ Holiday Gift Shop

12/1 ~ Holiday Program  6:00pm for PK-2 and 7:30pm for Gr 3-5…. Fairhaven Church

Have a marvelous weekend! 

Mrs. Nurenberg  : )

 

 

 

 

Print Friendly, PDF & Email