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Do you know someone who wants to be a millionaire?

I do!  Your job is to read the clues below and see if you can figure out who the mystery person is!
  • As a child, she loved to eat pizza AND apple pie.
  • Her favorite color is red.
  • She loves the sound of children giggling.
  • If she were to write a story about her life it would be called, “I MAY NOT HAVE IT ALL TOGETHER, BUT TOGETHER I HAVE IT ALL!”
Who is this person?  Mrs. Nurenberg, our secretary!
Visit all of our school blogs to learn about staff members.  You will be given clues to each person.  See if these clues help you to identify each staff member.   You can visit these blogs by clicking on classrooms to the left.
If you don’t see the post on the main page, type the words “mystery teacher” into the search tab.
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Ripley’s Believe it or Not!

Who is our mystery staff person today?  Are you ready to read the clues and guess?
  • As a child, she loved to eat corn on the cob.
  • As as adult, she loes the color blue and the sound of ocean waves crashing onto the shore.
  • If she could learn a new skill, it would be landscape painting.
  • And…if she wrote her autobiography, it would be:  RIPLEY’S BELIEVE IT OR NOT!
Who is this mystery person?  I hope you guessed Mrs. Ripley, our wonderful secretary and most friendly person in the entire world!
Visit all of our school blogs to learn about staff members.  You will be given clues to each person.  See if these clues help you to identify each staff member.   You can visit these blogs by clicking on classrooms to the left.
If you don’t see the post on the main page, type the words “mystery teacher” into the search tab.
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She Loves the Color Pink

Do you know who this is?  Do you need more clues?  Read on…

  • Not only does this mystery teacher love the color pink, she also loves the sound of cheering at athletic events.  Many of you have seen her at athletic events over the years….cheering louder than the rest of the crowd!
  • As a little girl, she loved pizza.
  • If she could learn to do something new, she would learn how to play the guitar.
  • And, if she would ever write an autobiography about herself, it would be title, FAMILY COMES FIRST.
Who is this mystery teacher?  Mrs. VandenBerg, our librarian.
Visit all of our school blogs to learn about staff members.  You will be given clues to each person.  See if these clues help you to identify each staff member.   You can visit these blogs by clicking on classrooms to the left.
If you don’t see the post on the main page, type the words “mystery teacher” into the search tab.
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Old to You…New to US!

All of the public schools in Michigan are operating under a budget created for the school year 2005.   To make ends meet, we have reduced our operating budget by 40%.

As a school, we have are going through drawers and closets at home and school to help make ends meet.

We are desperately in need of some items for our playground and classrooms.  If you can donate any of these gently used materials to us, we would be SO APPRECIATIVE!

  • RECESS BALLS:  FOOTBALLS, BASKETBALLS, KICK BALLS, SOCCER BALLS
  • DVD PLAYERS:  FOR USE IN OUR CLASSROOMS TO PROJECT MEDIA PROJECTS TO THE PROJECTOR AND TV.
In the category of NEW items:
  • CONSUMABLES such as KLEENEX, HAND SANITIZER and BAND AIDS.
THANK YOU FOR ANY ITEMS YOU CAN DONATE!
Mrs. Reagan and the entire Georgetown Team
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Robo’s Great Adventures

Do you know someone at Georgetown who might title their autobiography, “ROBO’S GREATEST ADVENTURES?”  This same person loves the sound of the piano and if given a chance to learn a new skill would love to learn how to play the piano.

Do you know who this person is yet?  Let me give you a few more clues:  Favorite color is GRAY.  When this person was a child, favorite food of choice:  MAC AND CHEESE.

Who is this person?  Do you know?

Mr. Rob, Our incredible wonderful fabulous…and oh so shy custodian!

Visit all of our school blogs to learn about staff members.  You will be given clues to each person.  See if these clues help you to identify each staff member.

You can visit these blogs by clicking on classrooms to the left.

If you don’t see the post on the main page, type the words “mystery teacher” into the search tab.

Have fun!

 

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Your Old Stuff Can Be Our New Stuff!

You may have heard that our school budget is squeaky tight…just like many of your home budgets.

Even though it is 2011, we are operating on per student funding for the 2005 school year.  We are doing more with less and spending more of our own money on consumable items like bandaids, hand sanitizer, pencils, pen, post it notes, and kleenex.

If you would ever care to send in consumable items like those listed above, your child’s teacher would probably do somersaults of joy!

We are also in need of a some gently used equipment that would help us immensely with instruction and play.  Please go through your home or your neighbor’s (although I do endorse knocking first) and see if you find any of the following to send our way:

DVD Players:  Ours are burning out.  We are in need of two to help teacher project their videos to the screen or tv.

Tripod:  We are need of two.  We video tape lessons and review these with one another (teachers) and we also share these with students who are home sick for many days.

RECESS BALLS:  Footballs, kick balls, soccer balls, basketballs.  BALLS!  We need balls for our playgrounds so that our children are happy!

Thank you for ANY ITEMS you can donate to help us during these tight times.

Mrs. Reagan (who also loves anything chocolate)

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BLOG BITS 9/23/11

Happy Friday Georgetown Parents!

NEWS FROM THE OFFICE……..  We had a good week here at Georgetown.  The Walk-A-Thon went great.  The weather held off and we had a lot of happy, walking feet outside.  Thank you to all of the volunteers who helped with this event.  Without you this would not be possible!  Georgetown staff and students appreciate what you do for this school!

HEF FAMILY FUN FEST……. is tonight!  Please come out and enjoy the football game against Grand Haven and all the extra activities that will be going on!!  Our very own Mr. Jurewicz, Mr. Bialochowski and Mr. Kooiker will be in the dunk tank!!!  Let’s get them soaked  : )  There will also be face painting, a 50/50 raffle and a silent auction.  The festivities begin at 4:30 and go through half time.

MEDICATIONS…… Thanks to all parents who have turned in their student’s medications and forms.  We are still waiting for a few to be returned and if parents could get those in ASAP as we need to have the medication accessible if the student needs it and we MUST have the medication form ALSO to administer the medication.  Thanks for you help in this matter.

NOTES ABOUT DAILY CHANGES…….Parents we cannot STRESS enough the importance of sending notes with your children in regards to CHANGES at the END of the day.  It may seem like it is a hassle to send a note in the am, but already in the first two weeks of school we have been needing to INTERRUPT classes frequently  with changes for students at the end of the day.  We DO REALIZE there are some instances where you are not aware of changes due to unexpected appts and such, and will be happy to let the teachers/students know for these.  Thank you for your understanding in this matter.

LUNCH INFORMATION…….  Here is the OCTOBER MENU  for your reference.       Oct. 2011 Hud Elem

GIRLS ON THE RUN……..  This is wonderful opportunity for girls in grade 3-5.  Please read the following attachment for more information.   GOTR flyer

LIBRARY NEWS……. Do you want a FREE PERSONAL PAN PIZZA from Pizza Hut?  Our school has been enrolled once again in the Pizza Hut Book It Program.  This program runs from October through March.  The only thing you have to do is read and fill out the calendar that will be coming home each month starting the end of September for the month of October.  The calendar will tell you how much you need to read.  Your reward for reaching this goal each month will be a certificate for a FREE Personal Pan Pizza from Pizza Hut.  You will have 30 days from the date of the award to redeem it and there is no purchase necessary.  HAPPY READING!!!

PE NEWS…..  The Turkey Trot is fast approaching!!  It will be held on October 25 this year.  The PE teachers are looking for sponsors for this event.  Please visit the PE BLOG for more information on how you can help make this a fabulous event!!

PTC NEWS……  Please read the following attachment in regards to Important Fundraising Information for Georgetown Elementary!!!  We love it when parents get involved and help raise money for our wonderful School.    Fundraising Flyer 2011-2012
I am also attaching the PTC Events Calendar for the upcoming school year.  This will give you the dates for meetings, book fairs, etc.   ptcevents2011-12

COMMUNITY NEWS……. JET’S PIZZA NIGHT FOR HUDSONVILLE CHEER… please read the following attachment for more details.  It will be held on Tuesday, September 27!     Jets Pizza Night

HEF FAMILY FUN FEST…….  Please read the following attachment for all of the details.  It is a really fun night out for families!    HEF Fun Fest

JENISON CHRISTIAN ARTS AND CRAFT SHOW………  Get your holiday shopping started early.    Annual Jenison Christian School arts and craft show to be held on Saturday, November 5, 2011 from 9 a.m.- 3 p.m.    Well over 120 hand crafted vendors will be sure to put a good dent in that holiday gift buying.   Lunch will be available.   Admission is free.   7726 Graceland, Jenison.

HERITAGE CHRISTIAN  SECONDHAND SALE…..Heritage Christian School is hosting its annual Fall/Winter Secondhand Sale on Saturday, September 24 from 9am – Noon.  50+ vendors will be selling used toys, games, sporting equipment, baby paraphernalia, and children’s fall/winter clothing sizes newborn through junior high.  All items are clean and in good condition, and will be sold at reasonable prices.  The school is also hosting a baked goods sale.  The school is located at 4900 40th Avenue across from W. W. Greenhouse in Hudsonville.

PATHWAYS OF MICHIGAN…...  Would like you to be aware of a few things they are offering for local families.  Please read the following attachments for more details.     Family Dinner Night Flyer Parent and Parent Workshop Series 2011-2012 and  Tween.Teen COP

COMMUNITY ED NEWS…….  Wow…… lots of activities are currently being offered for your children.  Please visit the COMMUNITY ED WEBSITE  (go to Courses and Registration on the left) to register your students for these great opportunities.  Some are coming up soon so don’t hesitate to check them out!!  Here is currently the activities they are offering….  Quickstart Tennis, HomeAlone/Babysitting, Young Rembrandts Drawing, Learn to Skate, Fencing, Tae Kwon Do, Bowling, HEAT Swim, Gymnastics/Dance/Cheer, Girls Basketball, After School Fun, and Swimming Lessons.  LOTS to choose from!!  (Tennis is a new one this week.)

ADULT YOGA CLASSES….  The purpose of this beginning yoga class is to bring the students into their awareness, both physically and mentally. This class is suitable for all people, especially those who think they are not flexible!  Throughout the eight week session, we will focus on creative expression through the body, proper body alignment, and learn some of the foundational yoga poses. We will play with breathing exercises to help students realize the importance of their own breath. We will build a strong foundation and learn about the alignment of the body.
All of these aspects will be taught in a playful, supportive environment. Please join us!

Instructor:   Abby Whitenight Brooks.  Abby has been studying yoga at From the Heart Yoga Center in Grand Rapids, Michigan
since 2005. She has completed both Level 1 and 2 teacher trainings, as well as various other workshops with some of the leading yoga teachers in America.

When:   Mondays – September 26 – November 14, 2011 (Class for October 31 will be held on November 1)

Time:   4:30 p.m. – 5:45 p.m.

Cost:   $50.00 for the 8 week session

Where:  Park Elementary Music Room, 5525 Park Ave.

You may register online by visiting www.hudsonvillepublicschools.org, or you can mail or drop form off at Hudsonville Community Education.


UPCOMING EVENTS……

9/23 ~ HEF Family Fun Fest @ HHS Athletic Facility

9/26 ~ M/W Kindergarten Field Trip – Moelker Orchard

9/27 ~ T/TH Kindergarten Field Trip – Moelker Orchard

10/4 ~ Jet’s Pizza Night

10/4 ~ 2nd Grade Field Trip to Klackle Orchard

10/11 ~ MEAP testing starts

10/14 ~ ECSE Field Trip to Post Family Farm

Have a great weekend!

Mrs. Nurenberg  : )

Have a wonderful FALL weekend!!

Mrs. Nurenberg  : )

 

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BLOG BITS 9/16/11

WELCOME BACK GEORGETOWN PARENTS!!

NEWS FROM THE OFFICE……. Holy Toledo, can you believe we are already done with two weeks of school?!  Well I am here to tell you we are ready for week 3!  Things are running smooth and we are feeling like we are a well oiled machine once again.  (Never any doubts in our minds of course!).

PICTURE DAY……  is MONDAY, September 19 for students other  than Tuesday/Thursday  PK/Kindergartners.  Tuesday/Thursday students will have their pictures taken on TUESDAY, September 20.

MEDICATIONS…… Thanks to all parents who have turned in their student’s medications and forms.  We are still waiting for a few to be returned and if parents could get those in ASAP as we need to have the medication accessible if the student needs it and we MUST have the medication form ALSO to administer the medication.  Thanks for you help in this matter.

NOTES ABOUT DAILY CHANGES…….Parents we cannot STRESS enough the importance of sending notes with your children in regards to CHANGES at the END of the day.  It may seem like it is a hassle to send a note in the am, but already in the first two weeks of school we have been needing to INTERRUPT classes frequently  with changes for students at the end of the day.  We DO REALIZE there are some instances where you are not aware of changes due to unexpected appts and such, and will be happy to let the teachers/students know for these.  Thank you for your understanding in this matter.

LUNCH INFORMATION…….  Welcome to the 2011-2012 school year.  Just a reminder that starting this year, the elementary hot lunch menus will be emailed to you once a month through the district’s School Messenger system.  We do not have the ability to remove individual emails from this system so please feel free to just delete this message each month if you do not want to see the menu.  Hard copies are available at the buildings if you would like one. If you want to print the menu without the colored graphics, please go to our webpage at www.jenhudfood.org to find a less ink version of the menu.  Nutritional information on all of our menus items is also available on our webpage.

Breakfast and lunch will be offered on the first day of school (Tuesday September 6) at all buildings.  If you do not want your child to have access to the lunch program, please contact the food service office at 457-2400 or email lunchacctinfo@hpseagles.net and ask to have your child’s lunch cards pulled.  Please feel free to contact the food service office if you have any questions otherwise our webpage has a lot of valuable information that may help answer any questions.
I hope you have a great start to the new school year and thank you for your business.

Stacey L. Wykoski – Food Service Director    September 2011Elementary Menu    Deposit Slip

GIRLS ON THE RUN……..  This is wonderful opportunity for girls in grade 3-5.  Please read the following attachment for more information.   GOTR flyer

PE NEWS…..  The Turkey Trot is fast approaching!!  It will be held on October 25 this year.  The PE teachers are looking for sponsors for this event.  Please visit the PE BLOG for more information on how you can help make this a fabulous event!!

PTC NEWS……  Please read the following attachment in regards to Important Fundraising Information for Georgetown Elementary!!!  We love it when parents get involved and help raise money for our wonderful School.    Fundraising Flyer 2011-2012
I am also attaching the PTC Events Calendar for the upcoming school year.  This will give you the dates for meetings, book fairs, etc.   ptcevents2011-12

COMMUNITY NEWS……. JET’S PIZZA NIGHT FOR HUDSONVILLE CHEER… please read the following attachment for more details.  It will be held on Tuesday, September 27!     Jets Pizza Night

YOUTH NIGHT AT A GVSU GAME!…… GVSU Women’s Soccer is hosting a Youth Night on September 16th at 7:00 p.m.  GVSU vs. Michigan Tech at the Laker Soccer Field.  Kids 12 and under get in free!

HEF FAMILY FUN FEST…….  Please read the following attachment for all of the details.  It is a really fun night out for families!    HEF Fun Fest

JENISON CHRISTIAN ARTS AND CRAFT SHOW………  Get your holiday shopping started early.    Annual Jenison Christian School arts and craft show to be held on Saturday, November 5, 2011 from 9 a.m.- 3 p.m.    Well over 120 hand crafted vendors will be sure to put a good dent in that holiday gift buying.   Lunch will be available.   Admission is free.   7726 Graceland, Jenison.

HERITAGE CHRISTIAN  SECONDHAND SALE…..Heritage Christian School is hosting its annual Fall/Winter Secondhand Sale on Saturday, September 24 from 9am – Noon.  50+ vendors will be selling used toys, games, sporting equipment, baby paraphernalia, and children’s fall/winter clothing sizes newborn through junior high.  All items are clean and in good condition, and will be sold at reasonable prices.  The school is also hosting a baked goods sale.  The school is located at 4900 40th Avenue across from W. W. Greenhouse in Hudsonville.

PATHWAYS OF MICHIGAN…...  Would like you to be aware of a few things they are offering for local families.  Please read the following attachments for more details.     Family Dinner Night Flyer Parent and Parent Workshop Series 2011-2012 and  Tween.Teen COP

COMMUNITY ED NEWS…….  Wow…… lots of activities are currently being offered for your children.  Please visit the COMMUNITY ED WEBSITE  (go to Courses and Registration on the left) to register your students for these great opportunities.  Some are coming up soon so don’t hesitate to check them out!!  Here is currently the activities they are offering….  HomeAlone/Babysitting, Young Rembrandts Drawing, Learn to Skate, Fencing, Tae Kwon Do, Bowling, HEAT Swim, Gymnastics/Dance/Cheer, Girls Basketball, After School Fun, and Swimming Lessons.  LOTS to choose from!!

ADULT YOGA CLASSES….  The purpose of this beginning yoga class is to bring the students into their awareness, both physically and mentally. This class is suitable for all people, especially those who think they are not flexible!  Throughout the eight week session, we will focus on creative expression through the body, proper body alignment, and learn some of the foundational yoga poses. We will play with breathing exercises to help students realize the importance of their own breath. We will build a strong foundation and learn about the alignment of the body.
All of these aspects will be taught in a playful, supportive environment. Please join us!

Instructor:   Abby Whitenight Brooks.  Abby has been studying yoga at From the Heart Yoga Center in Grand Rapids, Michigan
since 2005. She has completed both Level 1 and 2 teacher trainings, as well as various other workshops with some of the leading yoga teachers in America.

When:   Mondays – September 26 – November 14, 2011 (Class for October 31 will be held on November 1)

Time:   4:30 p.m. – 5:45 p.m.

Cost:   $50.00 for the 8 week session

Where:  Park Elementary Music Room, 5525 Park Ave.

You may register online by visiting www.hudsonvillepublicschools.org, or you can mail or drop form off at Hudsonville Community Education.


UPCOMING EVENTS………

9/19 ~ 9/20  School Pictures (ONLY Tues/Thurs students on 9/20)

9/21 ~ Marco’s Pizza Night

9/21 ~ M/W Kindergartners Walk-A-Thon

9/22 ~ Walk-A-Thon

9/23 ~ ECSE Parent Activity “Handwiting Without Tears” (students come w/parent in the am)

9/23 ~ HEF Family Fun Fest @ HHS Athletic Facility

9/26 ~ M/W Kindergarten Field Trip – Moelker Orchard

9/27 ~ T/TH Kindergarten Field Trip – Moelker Orchard

Have a wonderful FALL weekend!!

Mrs. Nurenberg  : )

 

 

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Health Tips for Parents from the Ottawa County Health Department

A study completed last spring by the Ottawa County Health Department found that about one out of four third graders in our community is overweight or obese.  You probably know that a healthy diet and plenty of activity can prevent kids from becoming overweight. Living up to that ideal in today’s busy world is easier said than done. What’s the best way to keep your child healthy?

First, it is important to know if your child is overweight.  Your child’s doctor can tell you if your child has a healthy Body Mass Index (BMI), the measure to determine if your child is overweight. You can also use the BMI calculator.   If your child is overweight, intervening now can prevent serious health problems in the future.  If your child is at a healthy weight, eating right and being active can keep them that way.  Five tips to get your started:

  • Aim for five vegetable and fruit servings each day.
  • Limit sugary beverages like pop, juice and sports drinks.
  • Expose your child to a variety of physical activities.
  • Limit screen time to a total of one to two hours per day.
  • Eat healthier and be active as a family.  Everyone will benefit.
You can view the complete study and see more tips at OCHD.

 


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MOM’s IN TOUCH

Lisa Bouma is a parent from our building who leads a local chapter of MOM’s IN TOUCH. The first meeting for this group is on September 15th.

Location:  Fairhaven Ministries on 28th/Baldwin; Door E (on the Baldwin side) when you walk in Door E, turn left into the 1st hallway where the prayer room is located.

  • Time:  9:30am – 10:30am
  • Date:  Thursday September 15th (1st and 3rd Thursdays each month to follow)
  • Bring:  Bible, pen, pictures of your child/children (if you have a middle schooler or high schooler as well – you can also pray for them!)
  • Childcare:  $1 per child for the hour, when you come in Door E, turn right and you will see the childcare rooms in the back.  If you plan to bring your children, let Lisa know so that she can prepare to have enough staff on hand. 

The meetings are informal.  Lisa would love for you to come  and join all the other parents from our building.  Contact Lisa to ask questions and to let her know if you are bring children with you.

Lisa Bouma

662-7200

 

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