Michigan State University will be holding it’s first ever Science Festival April 12-21, 2013 on the campus of MSU in East Lansing.
This event is jam packed with free events, open to public. Both weekends are full of a variety of hands-on events geared for families to see and experience together.
More information is available in the attached flyer and at the Science Festival website.
Spring Break fever can be felt throughout the building! Many of our students are counting down — looking forward to special family vacation plans or just anxious for a chance to step away from school routines. Are you going away for spring break or staying home? Let us now by answering this JUST FOR FUN Spring Break survey.
Be prepared for some locker items to appear in your home later this week. All students will be “spring cleaning” their lockers and checking lost and found for lost items on Wednesday.
We wrap the week up with our very special GOT TALENT? Show. The line up for morning and afternoon performances can be found at the bottom of this post.
Our annual talent show, GOT TALENT?, will be held on Thursday @ 9:15am and 1:15pm in the MPR. If you would like to attend to see your child’s performance, the line up can be viewed here and below!
Happy Friday Georgetown Parents!
NEWS FROM THE OFFICE…….. Drumroll please………… 4 school days left until Spring Break!! Woo-Hoo!! Remember too parents that if your child attends Bible Club after school on Mondays that MONDAY, MARCH 25 is the LAST one! Otherwise here at Georgetown is was a quiet week.
SCHOOL SAFETY……. The Ottawa County Sheriff’s Department is implementing an adopt a school opportunity for their officers. We are fortunate enough to have TWO officers adopt Georgetown Elementary. Mrs. Valerie Weiss, who is a parent at Georgetown and Mr. Mike Petroelje, who has children at Baldwin Middle and Bauer and also teaches our S.A.V.E. program here, are officers with the Sheriff’s Department. The purpose of this will be to have a presence of security on our campus. Mrs. Weiss or Mr. Petroelje may be seen occasionally in our parking lot, at our entrance or in our building. We appreciate Mrs. Weiss and Mr. Petroelje adopting us and look forward to seeing them around. Please greet them when you see them around Georgetown. : )
5th GRADE NEWS………… It is that time of year again to start adding important dates to the calendar for your 5th grader. The time from here until the end of the school year is going to fly by for you……. so hold on tight! Here are some upcoming dates that you will want to keep track of.
IMMUNIZATIONS NEEDED FOR 6TH GRADE…… Please read the attachment in regards to immunizations that are needed for your child to enter 6th grade. OCHD 6th grade imms flyer Jan 2013
April 9 ~ Instrument fittings for 5th graders at Georgetown in the afternoon. They will do this at Georgetown.
April 17 ~ Baldwin St Middle School Parent Information Meeting at 7pm in the Cafeteria. For Band/Orchestra families only.
April 18 ~ Riley St Middle School Parent Information Meeting at 7pm in the Cafeteria. For Band/Orchestra families only.
PTC NEWS……… MOTHER/SON BASEBALL BONANZA………. Please save the date…. SATURDAY, MAY 4 @ 6:30 PM. We will be going to the Whitecaps!! : ) More information to come soon!!
ART NEWS………. FROM THE ART ROOM…. Parents – be sure to check out our on-line Student Art Gallery at ARTSONIA! New student artwork is being uploaded daily. This is a great way to see some of the stellar projects your kids have been creating in art – and don’t forget, you can purchase items printed with your child’s artwork from the Artsonia Gift Shop. Visit the Artsonia Student Gallery here: ARTSONIA MUSEUM. Contact Mrs. Brouwer if you need your child’s secure key code to access their artwork at jbrouwer@hpseagles.net.
SAVE THE DATE!……. Our 13th Annual district wide Student Art Show is right around the corner! This event features amazing artwork from all students in the district, including 100 pieces from our own Georgetown artists. The Art Show will be April 22 through 25, with a special reception for Georgetown artists on Tuesday, April 23 from 5:30-7:30 PM.
COMMUNITY NEWS…….. SECOND BEST SALE……. 50+ Families!! Toys, Tools, Household items and clothing for everyone! Saturday, March 23rd from 8am to 1:30pm. Covenant Community Church, 4276 Baldwin St (between 40th and 48th Ave). Proceeds will go to fund the youth group. : )
SPRING BREAK ACTIVITIES……. Please click on the link here…… http://grkids.com/spring-
HUDSONVILLE EDUCATION FOUNDATION……… In 2012 the HEF approved a new award titled, The Innovation in Education Award. This award has been made possible through a donation from a family in the Hudsonville Public School District in honor of Theresa Reagan, Principal of Georgetown Elementary. The donor family wanted to recognize Theresa for her unquenchable desire to innovate, both in the classroom and throughout her building. The Innovation in Education Award is intended for an individual or group of individuals who exhibits a passion for innovation and directly impacts students in the Hudsonville Public School District. Recipients of the award could include teachers, administrators, employees, and volunteers. Nominations for the Innovation in Education Award will be accepted from March 1 – April 15, 2013. Nominations can be submitted by HPS staff and community members. The HEF Board will review the nominations and the $500 award will be delivered to the winning nominee(s) in September at the beginning of the next school year. Award Nomination Forms are available in each school office or can be accessed at www.hudsonvilleeducationfoundation.org.
MOTHER’S DAY BOUTIQUE……… The Hudsonville Orchestra Parents Association (HOPA) is holding a Mother’s Day Boutique on April 27th at the HHS Gymnasium. This event is open to any vendors who would like to purchase a 10′X10′ space to sell their products to members of the community. If you have any questions or concerns, please email Heidi at hopaboutique2013@gmail.com.
CAMP INVENTION…….. Returning to Hudsonville Christian School June 17-21, the Camp Invention program is a week-long adventure in creativity that immerses children entering grades one through six in exciting, hands-on learning, disguised as fun activities. This summer, children will become expedition trainees, navigating their way to special treasure-filled caches and creating solutions to challenges posed by youth from around the world. They will be embarking on a global adventure, uncovering hidden messages from the earth, investigating several extreme natural wonders of the world and building a device to launch international ducks back home. Discounts are available – register today! Call800.968.4332 or visit www.campinvention.org. Contact Sharon Leerar, camp director, with any questions. sleerar@4hcs.org 616.915.1861
COMMUNITY ED NEWS……. Hudsonville Community Education has many offerings for your kids. For more information or to register, please visit www.hudsonvillepublicschools.
Gymnastics/Dance/Cheer
Learn to Swim
Learn to Skate
Golf Lessons
Stroke School (Swimming)
Young Rembrandts Drawing
UPCOMING EVENTS
3/28 ~ Georgetown Talent Show
Our 7th annual talent show is Thursday, March 28! To help you get fired up, Mrs. Burdis‘ 5th grade class created their version of the Harlem Shake.
Enjoy!
In this morning’s blog post, I challenged people to try to stand an egg on end. The Newenhouse family took the challenge and successfully stood an egg on end! Three cheers to Amalia and her family!
And…Happy Spring, too!
Did you feel a spring in your step at 7:02 A.M. this morning? If so, you have a great read on the axis points of the earth and the fact that they are not facing the sun. Today marks the official first day of spring — also called the vernal equinox. It is the one day of the year when days and nights are considered to be close to equal everywhere on the planet.
One way to celebrate the first day of spring and the unique axis points of the earth is to try to balance an egg on end. Folklore (and some equinox geeks) profess this to be true. I have never tried this….so if you get it to work, send a photo and I will share it on the blog.
The best part of March 20, it marks the official beginning of longer days for us!
Spencer Meyer is a 7 year old from Hudsonville who was diagnosed with Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia in 2010. He overcame many obstacles and was doing well. As far as the family knew, Spencer was on the path of remission. In February of 2012, after a year and a half in remission, Spencer relapsed and the cancer was found in his spine. In March 2012 Spencer started an intense three year chemotherapy regiment. Current road blocks in his treatment have included pancreatitis, brain swelling, epilepsy, and intense emotional issues.
Spencer enjoys puzzles and is a big Star Wars fan. He has an older sister Mikayla, who attends Georgetown Elementary, 9, younger brother Vincent 5, who attends Bauer Elementary, younger sister Tiffany 3, and a baby sister Quinnly. Spencer’s parents, Jason & Jodi, are both teachers at Hudsonville High School.
If you would like to know more about Spencer’s journey, you can follow him on carepages.com. His ID is one word: spencermeyer
I am looking for kids and adults who are interested in joining Team Spencer for the junior run, 5k, 10k, or 25k. The 5/3 junior run will take place at the old Roger’s High School on May 8, starting at 5:30pm. The 5/3 Riverbank 5k, 10k, and 25K will take place downtown on May 11 with the 5k starting at 7:20 am. We will be collecting donations again, selling orange Team Spencer 2013 t-shirts and Team Spencer wristbands. Proceeds will go to the Spencer Meyer Benefit Fund. If interested, please contact Michele Sytsma at cmsytsma@sbcglobal.net, 616-662-2858, or find Team Spencer on facebook and ask to join.
Forms
TEAM SPENCER adult runner form
TEAM SPENCER KIDS RUN Donation Form 2013
TEAM SPENCER kids sign up sheet 2013 2
Mrs. Brouwer and her fifth grade class spotted a flock of 20 robins searching for worms on our 4/5 playground this week. As we brace for a bitterly cold week, these robins are here to remind us that spring will come!
Another sign of spring: Our 5th graders travel to Baldwin Middle School to tour the building as future 6th graders. Some of these students (18) have been with us for seven years and the majority of them six year. I have learned that even for those who I have known for a shorter time period, it is exciting and sad to see them mature into the next stage of their educational career.
We are fortunate to have our 5th graders move onto one of our outstanding middle schools. Both of our middle school staffs, Riley and Baldwin, prepare well for our students in terms of courses, climate and culture. I am truly excited for all our students…they are ready!
Have a great week – and stay warm!
Mrs. Reagan
Happy Friday Georgetown Parents! 
OFFICE NEWS……… Just a couple of things to mention from the office. First…… the countdown has started…….9 school days until Spring Break! Woo- Hoo!! This is a reminder for all of the students who do Bible Club on Mondays after school…… the LAST DAY will beMONDAY, MARCH 25. Parents, once again, we are asking that you please send a note in the morning with your student to give to their teacher if they will be having a change in transportation plans at the end of the school day. We know that there are emergencies that come up and we understand this, but when we have to call into the classrooms multiple times for end of the day changes it is extremely disruptive. Thank you for your cooperation in this matter.
SCHOOL SAFETY……. The Ottawa County Sheriff’s Department is implementing an adopt a school opportunity for their officers. We are fortunate enough to have TWO officers adopt Georgetown Elementary. Mrs. Valerie Weiss, who is a parent at Georgetown and Mr. Mike Petroelje, who has children at Baldwin Middle and Bauer and also teaches our S.A.V.E. program here, are officers with the Sheriff’s Department. The purpose of this will be to have a presence of security on our campus. Mrs. Weiss or Mr. Petroelje may be seen occasionally in our parking lot, at our entrance or in our building. We appreciate Mrs. Weiss and Mr. Petroelje adopting us and look forward to seeing them around. Please greet them when you see them around Georgetown. : )
5th GRADE NEWS………… It is that time of year again to start adding important dates to the calendar for your 5th grader. The time from here until the end of the school year is going to fly by for you……. so hold on tight! Here are some upcoming dates that you will want to keep track of.
March 21 ~ Visiting the Middle School. Students will visit either Baldwin or Riley depending on which school they will be attending next year. This is a fun day for your student. They really enjoy this.
April 9 ~ Instrument fittings for 5th graders at Georgetown in the afternoon. They will do this at Georgetown.
April 17 ~ Baldwin St Middle School Parent Information Meeting at 7pm in the Cafeteria.
April 18 ~ Riley St Middle School Parent Information Meeting at 7pm in the Cafeteria.
ART NEWS………. FROM THE ART ROOM…. Parents – be sure to check out our on-line Student Art Gallery at ARTSONIA! New student artwork is being uploaded daily. This is a great way to see some of the stellar projects your kids have been creating in art – and don’t forget, you can purchase items printed with your child’s artwork from the Artsonia Gift Shop. Visit the Artsonia Student Gallery here: ARTSONIA MUSEUM. Contact Mrs. Brouwer if you need your child’s secure key code to access their artwork at jbrouwer@hpseagles.net.
SAVE THE DATE!……. Our 13th Annual district wide Student Art Show is right around the corner! This event features amazing artwork from all students in the district, including 100 pieces from our own Georgetown artists. The Art Show will be April 22 through 25, with a special reception for Georgetown artists on Tuesday, April 23 from 5:30-7:30 PM.
COMMUNITY NEWS……… ANNUAL SPRING/SUMMER CLOTHING SALE……. This Saturday, March 16, is the day! You will not want to miss out on this fantastic sale! Get a head start on your spring/summer clothing shopping for baby through junior in your family and find incredible savings! Doors open at 9AM. Heritage Christian School 4900 40th Ave, Hudsonville, MI
SECOND BEST SALE…….. Rosewood Church (Corner of 28th and Rosewood, Jenison); Saturday March 16, 2013; 8:00 am -12:00 noon with a half off sale from 12:30-1:30pm. Items for sale include childrens clothing, toys, baby equipment, furniture, household items, adult clothing and much more! Also there will be a baked goods sale. Proceeds will be for the junior and senior high mission trips.
BLOOD DRIVE IN HONOR & REMEMBRANCE OF SARAH KAPER…….. Baldwin Street Middle School is hosting a blood drive on Monday, March 18th, from 2-7pm. to honor Sarah Kaper, our fellow student and friend that recently lost her courageous battle against cancer. Many in our community, both children and adults, require blood everyday for various reasons. It only takes about an hour to donate, so please look at your calendar and make a note to give for this special tribute to a very special girl. YOU CAN SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT BY GOING ONLINE AT www.miblood.org AND
ENTER SPONSOR CODE “skaper.” THANK YOU!
EMERGING DRUG TRENDS PRESENTATION………..Please read the attached flyer for more information. This important presentation will be on Monday, March 18 at 6:30 PM. Emerging Drug trends flyer
EAGLE 5k & 10K……….. The Hudsonville Boosters invite parents and children involved with Girls on the Run or any school running program, to participate in a 5K Run Walk on March 23rd @ 9AM at the Hudsonville High School. Cost for kids 12 and under is $15 and $25 for adults. All race participants will receive a full length dry-wick Eagle Racing Shirt. For more information see attached flyer 2013Eagle5K10K or call Brian Carlson @ 616-510-1663 or go to www.eagle10k.com.
SPRING BREAK ACTIVITIES……. Please click on the link here…… http://grkids.com/spring-
HUDSONVILLE EDUCATION FOUNDATION……… In 2012 the HEF approved a new award titled, The Innovation in Education Award. This award has been made possible through a donation from a family in the Hudsonville Public School District in honor of Theresa Reagan, Principal of Georgetown Elementary. The donor family wanted to recognize Theresa for her unquenchable desire to innovate, both in the classroom and throughout her building. The Innovation in Education Award is intended for an individual or group of individuals who exhibits a passion for innovation and directly impacts students in the Hudsonville Public School District. Recipients of the award could include teachers, administrators, employees, and volunteers. Nominations for the Innovation in Education Award will be accepted from March 1 – April 15, 2013. Nominations can be submitted by HPS staff and community members. The HEF Board will review the nominations and the $500 award will be delivered to the winning nominee(s) in September at the beginning of the next school year. Award Nomination Forms are available in each school office or can be accessed at www.hudsonvilleeducationfoundation.org.
MOTHER’S DAY BOUTIQUE……… The Hudsonville Orchestra Parents Association (HOPA) is holding a Mother’s Day Boutique on April 27th at the HHS Gymnasium. This event is open to any vendors who would like to purchase a 10′X10′ space to sell their products to members of the community. If you have any questions or concerns, please email Heidi at hopaboutique2013@gmail.com.
CAMP INVENTION…….. Returning to Hudsonville Christian School June 17-21, the Camp Invention program is a week-long adventure in creativity that immerses children entering grades one through six in exciting, hands-on learning, disguised as fun activities. This summer, children will become expedition trainees, navigating their way to special treasure-filled caches and creating solutions to challenges posed by youth from around the world. They will be embarking on a global adventure, uncovering hidden messages from the earth, investigating several extreme natural wonders of the world and building a device to launch international ducks back home. Discounts are available – register today! Call800.968.4332 or visit www.campinvention.org. Contact Sharon Leerar, camp director, with any questions. sleerar@4hcs.org 616.915.1861
COMMUNITY ED NEWS……. Hudsonville Community Education has many offerings for your kids. For more information or to register, please visit www.hudsonvillepublicschools.
Gymnastics/Dance/Cheer
Learn to Swim
Learn to Skate
Golf Lessons
Stroke School (Swimming)
Young Rembrandts Drawing
UPCOMING EVENTS
3/20 ~ Marco’s Pizza Night
Have a great weekend!
Did you spring ahead one hour? If not, now’s the time to do it! Daylight saving time started at 2 a.m. this morning. The down side, we lost an hour of sleep. The upside, we have an extra hour of light each evening. If you want to brush up on your daylight savings history, check out theses five quick facts.
The headliner this week is our Scholastic Book Fair, organized by Cheryl Havens and held in the Library. Many thanks to everyone who is volunteering to help the children select and purchase their books.
Thank you to the PTC volunteers for wrapping up our week with POPCORN DAY. This is a small event that brings smiles to many faces!
Have a great week!
Mrs. Reagan
