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BLOG BITS 2/15/13

Happy Friday afternoon Georgetown Parents! 

NEWS FROM THE OFFICE………. We sure hope everyone enjoyed their winter break!  I know all of us here did.  It’s going to be tough, but next we are going to have our first 5 DAY WEEK that we have had in about a month!  Thank you snow days and winter break!  : )  Things went very smoothly this week at school and how could it have ended any better than with popcorn and Milo?!

YEARBOOKS……. if you did not order one for your student (you would have ordered it when you ordered pictures) we do a few extras for sale here in the office.  They are $10 each.  You may pay with a check, just make it payable to “Georgetown PTC”.  Thank you.  These extras will be available on a first come, first serve basis and we will not hold them.  Students may bring the money to the office.  : )

KINDERGARTEN PACKETS/ROUND UP………..  We now have Kindergarten packets available in the office to pick up.  Kindergarten Round Up will be held atGeorgetown on Tuesday, February 26 at 7pm.  Please remember that it is NOT a first come/first serve basis as far as turning in your registrations.  We will not be holding PK at Georgetown next year.  Our students that request PK will be going to Bauer.  Your child should be 5 on or before NOVEMBER 1 this year to enter EITHER PK or Kindergarten.  IF your child turns 5 between NOVEMBER 2 AND DECEMBER 1you will need to fill out a WAIVER in order for them to attend PK or K.  These WAIVERS will be attached to the Kindergarten registrations.  You ONLY need to fill out the waiver if your child turns 5 BETWEEN the dates of NOVEMBER 2 AND DECEMBER 1, 2013.

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.

PTC NEWS………..  SPRING BOOK FAIR……. The Spring Book Fair will be held March.  This spring’s theme is: Story Laboratory: Reading Gives You Super Power!  The students  will be previewing the books on Monday and Tuesday, keep your eyes open for their “Wish List” to come home one of these evenings. They will have the opportunity to shop on Wednesday and Thursday during their classroom shopping time.  The Book Fair will also be open three evenings if you prefer to shop with your student. The nights the fair will be open are Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 3:30 PM until 6:00 PM. Parents Shopping will be held on Friday from 8:30 AM until 11:00 AM. Make sure to mark these dates on your calendar!  The ONLINE FAIR will be going on March 6-20 and can be accessed at the following  link: http://bookfairs.scholastic.com/homepage/georgetownelementary.

The Book Fair Committee is also in NEED of MANY volunteers!! If you’re interested,  please sign up for the Spring Book Fair Volunteers – here’s how it works in 3 easy steps:

1. Click this link to go to our invitation page on VolunteerSpot: http://vols.pt/kQEUqe
2. Enter your email address: (You will NOT need to register an account on VolunteerSpot)
3. Sign up! Choose your spots – VolunteerSpot will send you an automated confirmation and
reminders. Easy!

Note:  VolunteerSpot does not share your email address with anyone.  If you prefer not to use your email address, please contact Cheryl Havens at havenspc@gmail.com  or 616-481-4164 and we can sign you up this way.  : )   Thank you!

STAR LINE FERRY COUPONS……….. Thank you to everyone who made our Holiday Gift Shop such a great success.  As a way to say thank you Fun Services has a great deal!   To receive two FREE Star Line Ferry child tickets to Mackinaw Island please visit… http://www.mackinacferry.com/fun-services-coupons-34/ and use access code MiG.  The coupons are valid only for students at schools hosting a Fun Services Holiday Gift Shop program, maximum age is 12, coupons are not transferable and must be redeemed with the purchase of an adult full fare ticket. 

BOX TOP INFO……….. Please put any additional Box Tops & Labels for Education (labeled separately please) in the two bins near the Office no later than Friday, Feb 22.  It would be extremely helpful if each Box Top or Soup Label be cut/trimmed up & expiration dates checked as we cannot count any Box Tops that have reached their expiration dates, or ones that have the expiration date missing!  Also, the Box Tops website (www.boxtops4education.com) has several contests that can earn bonus box tops for our school.  Please visit their website, register with them and enter today!  If there are any questions, I can be contacted at msualumni96@att.net or cell/text at 616-204-0666  Thanks Shannon Klein!  : )

COMMUNITY NEWS……….  IS IT DYSLEXIA?………… Dyslexia Correction Foundation an affiliate of New Chapter Learning will provide a free informational seminar on the thinking style, learning differences, and gifts of the visual thinker. What are the characteristics of dyslexia, the root cause of dyslexia, and how the problem can be corrected. Students generally gain 2-3 grade levels in reading during the one-week program. The seminar will be held on Tuesday, February 19th at 6:30 PM at Grandville Middle School; 3535 Wilson Ave, Grandville, MI. Room 200.  All participants who wish to attend are encouraged to pre-register by calling 616-534-1385. For more information please visit www.newchapterlearning.net.

BULLYING WORKSHOP……..  Please read the attached flyer with all of the important information.  Adults ONLY please.  February 28, 6:30pm.  Bullying Flyer
5th/6th GRADE BOYS LACROSSE……….. Play lacrosse in the spring !  Sign up today at hudslax.com or call John Huizenga at 334-3113 for more information.
CHILDREN’S CLOTHING & TOY SALE……….. Come join us for our Children’s Clothing & Toy Sale on Saturday, March 16 from 9AM to NOON at Heritage Christian School.  We will have a great selection of children’s clothing from newborn to Junior, toys, books, sporting equipment, and baby paraphernalia!  There will also be delicious Baked Goods for sale! Our address is 4900 40th Avenue, Hudsonville.
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
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.  
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.org or call Rebecca at 669-7747, ext. #3.  Here are some of the activities being offered currently:

Kickboxing for Adults

Babysitting Class

Gymnastics/Dance/Cheer

Soccer

Home Alone Class

Young Rembrandts Drawing Class

Learn to Inline Skate

Learn to Ice Skate & Intro to Hockey

Girls Volleyball Clinic

Father/Son Baseball Clinic

Offense/Defense Baseball Clinic

UPCOMING EVENTS

2/19 ~ 5th Grade Symphony Trip

2/20 ~ MARCO’S Pizza Night
2/22 ~ ECSE Field Trip to Grand Rapids Children’s Museum
 
2/26 ~ Kindergarten Round Up  7pm at Georgetown
 
2/27 ~ 4th Grade Field Trip to Lansing
 
3/1 ~ NO SCHOOL – RECORDS DAY
3/4 – 3/6 ~ Parent Teach Conferences
3/5 ~ Jet’s Pizza Night
3/11 – 3/15 ~ Spring Book Fair
3/20 ~ Marco’s Pizza Night
3/21 ~ 5th Grade visits BMS
3/21 ~ PTC Meeting 6:30 PM
3/28 ~ Georgetown Talent Show
3/29 – 4/5 ~ SPRING BREAK  : )
Have a great weekend!!
Mrs. Nurenberg  : )
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BLOG BITS 01/25/13

Happy Friday afternoon Georgetown Parents! 

NEWS FROM THE OFFICE……… Wow, was that not cool to have a snow day this week?!  I absolutely love them and hopefully we can possibly squeak out one more this year!  One day this week we had to have inside recess because of the temperatures, but we love it when the kids can go out and play.  Just as a reminder on how we determine whether it will be outside/inside recess……. we log on to Wood TV8’s website and they have a weather station right next door at Daybreak Church.  This tells us the temperature and wind chill.  The ONLY time the students stay inside is when the windchill is BELOW ZERO.  We monitor this in the morning and before every recess, so please just make sure your kids have the appropriate outdoor wear for recess.

We still seem to be having an issue with a lot of tardy students in the morning.  Please, we are asking on your part that you get your students to school on time when you are dropping them off.  If they arrive late from the bus, this is not marked as a tardy.  As a reminder the first bell rings at 8:45am and the second bell at 8:50am, which is when the students should be settled in their class.  When students are on time this makes attendance MUCH easier for the teachers AND the  office.  Thank you.

KINDERGARTEN PACKETS/ROUND UP………..  We now have Kindergarten packets available in the office to pick up.  Kindergarten Round Up will be held atGeorgetown on Tuesday, February 26 at 7pm.  Please remember that it is NOT a first come/first serve basis as far as turning in your registrations.  We will not be holding PK at Georgetown next year.  Our students that request PK will be going to Bauer.  Your child should be 5 on or before NOVEMBER 1 this year to enter EITHER PK or Kindergarten.  IF your child turns 5 between NOVEMBER 2 AND DECEMBER 1you will need to fill out a WAIVER in order for them to attend PK or K.  These WAIVERS will be attached to the Kindergarten registrations.  You ONLY need to fill out the waiver if your child turns 5 BETWEEN the dates of NOVEMBER 2 AND DECEMBER 1, 2013.

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.

PTC NEWS………  FATHER/DAUGHTER WINTER WONDERLAND DANCE……. Our Father/Daughter Winter Wonderland Dance will be held this Saturday, January 26th from 6:30-8:30.  It will be held NO MATTER the weather.  So all you Dad’s out there….. make sure your dancin’ shoes are ready!!  : )

MARCO’S PIZZA NIGHT WINNER……….  is one of our rockin’ Kindergarten classes!!  Let’s all say a big HIP HIP HOORAY for Mrs. Bohl’s class.  Way to go Kindergartners!!  You helped raise just over $105 for Georgetown on pizza night.  Mrs. Bohl’s class will be rewarded with a pizza lunch from Marco’s.

COMMUNITY NEWS……….  GIRL SCOUT INFORMATIONAL MEETING…….. Will be held on Thursday, February 7 at 7pm in the Georgetown Library.  Please read the attachment with more details.  2012RecruitmentFlyer-2

SNOWMAN FESTIVAL………. Georgetown Township’s first Snowman Festival will be held on February 9, 2013 from noon until 2:00pm at Rosewood Park (a.k.a. Charlie’s Dump) in Jenison.  The event is sponsored by City2Shore Real Estate, Jet’s Pizza, and Biggby Coffee of Jenison.  Join us for an afternoon of family fun as we come together to create an entire village of snowmen!  Please visit City2Shore’s Facebook page for more details about the event and how you can participate.  Awards will be given for Most Original and Best Themed snowmen!  What does your most creative snowman look like?  Join us on February 9 and bring it to life!  In the event we do not have sufficient snow, the event will be rescheduled for February 23.

HUDSONVILLE LACROSSE ASSOCIATION………… Hudsonville Lacrosse offers the opportunity to learn and play competitive lacrosse in the spring for boys in grades 5-12, and girls in grades 9-12.    Get information and register at hudslax.com.  Registration will close on January 31.

COMMUNITY ED NEWS…………  Hudsonville Community Education has many offerings for your kids.  For more information or to register, please visit www.hudsonvillepublicschools.org or call Rebecca at 669-7747, ext. #3.  Here are some of the activities being offered currently:

Kickboxing for Adults

Soccer

Home Alone Class

Young Rembrandts Drawing Class

Learn to Inline Skate

JR Dance Clinic

Learn to Ice Skate & Intro to Hockey

Girls Volleyball Clinic

Kids Rock the Gym

Father/Son Baseball Clinic

Offense/Defense Baseball Clinic

 

UPCOMING EVENTS

1/26 ~ Father/Daughter Winter Wonderland Dance

2/4 ~ ECSE Field Trip to Family Fare (Both AM & PM)

2/5 ~ JET’S Pizza Night
 
2/8 ~ NO SCHOOL-Winter Break
 
2/11 ~ NO SCHOOL-Winter Break
 
2/14 ~ 5th Grade Tarry Hall Skating 9am-11:30am
 
2/15 ~ Popcorn Friday
 
2/19 ~ 5th Grade Symphony Trip
 
2/20 ~ MARCO’S Pizza Night
 
2/26 ~ Kindergarten Round Up  7pm at Georgetown
 
2/27 ~ 4th Grade Field Trip to Lansing
 
3/1 ~ NO SCHOOL – RECORDS DAY
Mrs. Nurenberg  : )

 

 

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News Flash: 5th Grade Parents

A POST FROM THE HUDSONVILLE BEGINNING MUSIC PROGRAM

Band, Choir, and Orchestra

Your child has the opportunity to be in the 6th grade music program next year. This is a very exciting opportunity for your student as they enter the middle school. All 6th grade students may participate in band, choir, or orchestra and each class is during the school day. The band, choir, and orchestra programs are continuous, providing opportunities for performance in school ensembles through middle and high school. Learning to perform music and belonging to a school music ensemble can open up a whole new world of friendships and fun. The opportunities for playing an instrument or singing after graduation from high school are abundant, with many colleges and universities offering scholarships for participation in music classes.

Your student attended a concert of the current 6th grade music groups and heard a presentation from the music teachers. In addition, your student also took a music test that will help us determine with which instrument they will be most successful. If your student would like to be in choir the only thing they need to do is sign up for choir on their class selection sheet that they will receive from the counselors. If your student would like to be in band or orchestra please read the following information.

We will be coming to each elementary the week of April 9th to fit the students to make sure they can be successful on the instrument they would like to play. Parent/Student Meetings are Wednesday, April 18 at Baldwin Street Middle School and Thursday, April 19 at Riley Street Middle School. Both meetings will be the same and begin at 7:00P.M. in the cafeteria. Please pick ONE meeting to come to. There will be a presentation of the music program for parents. If you wish to rent an instrument you may do so following the brief meeting. Rental prices range from $25-$45 for the introductory period, $25-$35 per month there after, depending on the type of instrument. Please understand, you are free to secure an instrument from whatever source you choose, however, we do recommend rental to start. Many students also find wonderful instruments that friends or relatives already own! Be sure to ask around and have one of us approve it. We strongly discourage any instrument purchase off the internet. We have had many, many problems with these instruments.

Please make every effort for at least one parent and the student to attend. Additional information will be distributed at the meeting, and it is important for us to know about ALL the students who plan to participate. Please call or e-mail us if your child will be participating and you are unable to attend. This letter is meant to answer any immediate questions, but please do not hesitate to call with other questions. We look forward to meeting each of you!

 

 

 

 

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BLOG BITS 3/16/12

Happy Friday afternoon Georgetown Parents!!

NEWS FROM THE OFFICE……….. WOW, what a week!!  The weather was AMAZING, we had the Book Fair and it was Popcorn Friday today.  What could be better?  Let’s not forget the Countdown to Spring Break either…… 9 school days!  Please make sure to read this week’s Blog Bits as there is quite a bit of new information.

12th ANNUAL STUDENT ART SHOW…….. Save The Date!  The 12th Annual Student Art Show is just around the corner!  Hudsonville’s annual art show includes masterpieces from students throughout the district, including 100 pieces from our Georgetown artists.  The show runs April 23 through 26 at the Park Elementary Community Room.  There will be a special artist reception for Georgetown students Tuesday, April 24 from 5:30-7:30 PM.  Please check out the attached flyer that will be up in all of the schools to promote this great event.  2012 Flyer-Blog PDF

GEORGETOWN  TALENT SHOW…….. is fast approaching.  As many of you are aware, auditions started this week and will go through next Tuesday.  The Talent Show will be on THURSDAY, MARCH 29 and there will be two shows; 9:15am and 1:15pm.  If you would like any further information or have any questions please visit Mrs. Bretz’s Blog.

UPCOMING IMPORTANT DATES FOR 5TH GRADERS……..  March 22 ~ 5th graders will be visiting the Middle School that they will be attending next fall.    April 10 ~ Instrument Fittings at Georgetown Elementary.  (This helps the students determine if and what instrument they might like to play in Middle School Band.)  April 18 ~ Parent Informational Meeting for parents of 5th graders.  This will be held at Baldwin Middle School in the Cafeteria at 7:00pm.

PTC NEWS…….. COIN WAR WINNERS…… Kudos to our Georgetown students and our PTC!!!  Our first annual Coin War was a GREAT success.  As a school we raised $2370.00!!  Way to go!!  Now for the winners…..

1st Place ~ 4th Gr Mr. Kooiker’s class wins a special extra long lunch and dessert with the Principal

2nd Place ~ 5th Gr Miss Burmeister’s class wins an ice cream party

Top Winning Grade Level ~ Goes to 2nd Grade and they win an extra recess and a pj day

COMMUNITY NEWS……… MOBILE FOOD PANTRY…… A Feeding America mobile food pantry will be at Georgetown United Methodist Church on Friday, March 23, from 6-8 PM.  The food truck is available to all people.  The church is located at the corner of Baldwin and 28th.

HOPE COLLEGE SUMMER SCIENCE AND MORE CAMPS 2012………. Hope College is offering exciting opportunities this summer for students to explore the wonderful world of science and more. The programs will feature
“hands-on” interactive investigations designed to teach scientific concepts in a FUN and challenging way as well as hands-on, skill and technique building experiences in the non-science camps. Enrollment is based on the grade your student will enter Fall ‘12. You may register one grade either side if there is space available. To register, or for more information, visit our website at www.hope.edu/camps/science.html. For questions, e-mail us at sciencecamp@hope.edu or contact us by phone (616) 395-7628.

COMMUNITY NIGHT AT THE GRIFFINS……. The Griffins want to welcome you to our “Community Night with the Griffins” on Saturday, March 31st! Through this exclusive discounted offer, enjoy an affordable night of fun and entertainment with the Griffins!

Saturday, March 31st will feature:
• Greg Amadio Bobble giveaway to the first 2,000 fans
• Intermission entertainment by Russian Bar Trio
• Post-Game Open Skate (bring your own skates)

COMMUNITY NIGHT – EXCLUSIVE DISCOUNTED TICKET OFFER………Through this special offer, enjoy Upper Level Preferred seating for only $14 per ticket, Lower Level Faceoff seating for only $16 per ticket, or Lower Level Center Ice seating for only $19 per ticket.  A savings of up to $5 per ticket, plus no service fees!  A portion of the proceeds from each ticket sold via this offer will be donated to the Hudsonville Public Education Foundation.

PURCHASING TICKETS ONLINE IS EASY!
1. Log on to griffinshockey.com/promocode
2. Enter promo code: HUDSONVILLE
3. Select your seats and make your purchase

2012 CREATE CAMP INVENTION COMING TO HUDSONVILLE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL THIS SUMMER!………  In partnership with Invent Now, Hudsonville Christian School is pleased to offer the nationally acclaimed Camp Invention program to children entering grades one through six this summer. Camp Invention will run from 9:00 – 3:30 from June 18-22, 2012. This exciting, week-long adventure in creativity immerses children in imaginative play that reinforces and supplements school-year learning in the subjects of science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM). Hudsonville Christian staff members will facilitate program modules, and enthusiastic high school and college students will serve as Leadership Interns – ensuring that one staff member is in place for every eight children. Register on or before March 30 to receiver $25 OFF the base price of $215. Look for a flyer on Hudsonville Christian School’s websitewww.hudsonvillechristian.org, or there is a flyer available at school. Availability is limited, so visit www.campinvention.org or call800.968.4332 to reserve your child’s spot today!

GMB/EAGLE 10K/5K Run/Walk…… March 24, 2012 at 9am at Hudsonville High School. The Hudsonville Athletic Boosters are sponsoring this event in which all proceeds will go for Six $1000 Scholarships for senior student/athletes of Hudsonville. Running Caps, sponsored by Royal Technologies, to the first 250 registered entrants. Go to www.eagle10k.com for more information and towww.classicrace.com to register. Any questions please call Dwight Sneden 616-893-5830.

HOPE COLLEGE SOCCER CAMPS……..  The Hope College Soccer camps are designed specifically for local soccer players that desire to grow in their soccer abilities.  Campers ages six to 14 attend day camps in June for a fun educational experience in a great team based setting.  At the Hope Soccer Camps we do more than build technical and tactical ability.  We also develop relationships that allows each player to build friendships with the other players and staff.  Two weeks are available from June18-22 and June 25-29.  Come for the best week of soccer ever.  Learn more at www.hopesoccercamp.com.

COMMUNITY ED NEWS………  Please see the link at the school’s website at www.hudsonvillepublicschools.org or call 669-7747, ext.
#3 for information regarding all the activities being offered.  We also have the paper copy registrations of these offerings outside of our Multi-Purpose Room here at Georgetown.

Latest Hudsonville Community Education Offerings

Boys Baseball Clinics – Grades 2 – 5

Boys Wrestling Clinic – Grades K – 6

Guitar Clinic – Ages 9+

Scared Smart – Grades 6 – 8

Middle School Waterpolo – Grades 6 – 8

Please visit www.hudsonvillepublicschools.org to register or learn more about the programs available through Hudsonville Community Education.

UPCOMING EVENTS

3/19 ~ LAST Bible Club

3/20 ~ PTC Mtg @ 6:30p

3/21 ~ Marco’s Pizza Night

3/22 ~ 5th Graders tour Baldwin Middle School

3/23 ~ 4th Graders Lansing Field Trip

3/29 ~ Georgetown’s Talent Show

3/30 ~ SPRING BREAK STARTS!!!   : )

Have a fabulous weekend!

Mrs. Nurenberg  : )

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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March: A Time of Transition

March is an important month in our elementary school calendar.  It is a time when we welcome new parents to kindergarten for the 2012-13 year and at the same time, prepare 5th graders and their parents for the transition to middle school in 2012-13.

Below is a letter from Dave Powers,  principal at Baldwin Middle school.  This letter is for all parents of 5th graders who will be 6th graders next year.

March 2012

Dear Fifth Grade Parents:

It is time to begin the process of welcoming your child to Baldwin Street Middle School and planning for this new world that is sixth grade. Whether they have older siblings who have been at BMS before or not, your student will encounter this transition in his or her own unique way, and we aim to make it a positive experience.

We are excited about the transition activities in store for you and have quite a program set up to make both you and your child comfortable with the change that awaits. The process gets under way on Thursday, March 22,when we welcome all incoming sixth graders to Baldwin Street Middle School for a special visit. The schedule is as follows:

• 10:45 • 10:50

• 11:30 • 12:00 • 12:30 • 12:45

Students arrive at BMS and report to the gym.

Students will be introduced to our Middle School with a video and PowerPoint presentation. There will be noprinted information going home with students on this day.

Concert featuring 6th Grade band, Choir, and Orchestra.

Music Aptitude Survey administered in the music rooms.

Tour of the building.

Lunch! Students are encouraged to buy lunch in our cafeteria/lunch program. Specifics for purchasing lunch will be sent home with students on Friday, 3/16.

• 1:30 In addition, you will want to make note of the following important dates regarding the transition to middle school:

• 4/10-12

• 4/18 & 4/19

• 4/27 • 4/30 • Mid-August • Early Sept.

*Middle School Music Staff visit elementary buildings for instrument fittings. *Middle School Counselors visit to answer questions, hand out Course Selection/Enrollment sheets for

parents to fill out and sign. “Getting Ready for 6thGrade” brochures are also sent home.

7:00 p.m. – Instrumental Music Parent Meetings (4/18 at BMS and 4/19 at RMS — parents may attend either meeting). Details to follow from the Music Department.

Students return Course Selection/Enrollment sheets to their 5th grade teachers.

7:00 p.m. – Sixth Grade Orientation for BMS parents and students. Student schedules will be mailed.

Students board buses and return to the elementary schools.

BMS will be open for those wishing to visit. Dates and times to follow as set by District. We hope you will find this information helpful. Please feel free to call should you have questions (669-7750).

Sincerely,

Dave Powers, Principal

Baldwin Street Middle School 

3835 Baldwin Street Hudsonville, MI 49426 

(616) 669-7750

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Hockey Game: Staff VS 5th Graders

This is one of my favorite events of the school year!  The three top 5th grade hockey teams play against select staff members in a JUST for FUN tournament.

Each year, the fifth graders get faster, stronger and smarter….and I think you can figure out the matching descriptors for the staff!  Essentially, these kids provide an amazing one hour work out!

As you may have heard, I do get a little competitive and if a REF were present, may even spend some time in the penalty box.

We had a blast!  Thank you fifth graders and PE teachers for the game time.

Mrs. Reagan and the Eagle Fit Team:  Mrs. VanKoevering, Mrs. Nienhuis, Mrs. VandenBerg, Mrs. Bretz, Mrs. Walenta, Mrs. Brouwer, Mrs. Reifschneider, Mrs. Burdis, Miss Burmeister and Mrs. Bouwens.

And….Many thanks to the 5th grade photographers who took the photos for this slide show.

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BLOG BITS 5/26/2011

HAPPY THURSDAY GEORGETOWN PARENTS!  (How is that for a change?)

NEWS FROM THE OFFICE……..Well we had a very good week here at Georgetown.  The Hope-Liverpool students were here for the week, so ask your students if they got to spend any time with them while they were here.  I think the students really enjoy having them around.  Our 5th Graders got off to camp without a hitch.  However, due to the lovely weather we have had they may be covered in mosquito bites from head to toe but I am sure they still had a GREAT time!  It is something they will never forget.  : )

PK/K LETTERS……. If you have an incoming PK/K student you should have received your letter in the mail stating what day your child will be attending as well as who their teacher will be.  We are just overwhelmed here at Georgetown how many new PK/K students we have entering the building this upcoming fall.  We will be having 4 Kindergarten classes and 2 Pre-Kindergarten classes!  WOW

A THOUGHT FROM THE OFFICE……. Just a little something to think about….. Remember as much as the rain is getting to each and everyone one of us, please remember we could have it MUCH WORSE as those in theSouth do right now.  Let’s remember to be thankful for what we have and do what we can to help others less fortunate!!  Let’s not forget about our Memorial day holiday on Monday and remember to think of those who have fought for us to be where we are today.

MEDS IN THE OFFICE……. This is just a reminder to those of you that have student medication here in the office.  It WILL NEED to be PICKED UP before the office closes the week after school.  Any medication that has NOT been picked up by WEDNESDAY, JUNE 15 will be discarded.  Thank you for remembering this for us!  : )

SUMMER VACATION COUNTDOWN……… ONLY 8 days and counting!!  Can you believe that??

LIBRARY NEWS……….Attention all  K-5th grade students!! How would you like a summer full of reading adventures and at the same time a chance to earn a free book?!  To get more information on this go to  http://www.barnesandnoble.com/summerreading/ and find out how to join the Barnes & Noble summer reading program called Imagination’s Destination.  In addition to this check out the Bookapalooza  Party on Saturday, June 4, 2011 at 1:00p.m. at the Barnes & Noble in RiverTown Crossings Mall.  This is sure to be a good time!!

5th GRADE NEWS……. Wow, did I not tell you this time would fly by?!  Your 5th graders have two more big events and then we might as well consider them middle schoolers.  Enjoy these last few days with them as 5th graders,  they will be making lots of fun memories that they will have forever!  If you think elementary school went fast, middle school goes even faster.

6/3 ~ 5th Grade CELEBRATION!!!!

6/7 ~ 4th/5th Grade Field day at BMS

COMMUNITY ED NEWS………. HUDSONVILLE ROCKET CHEER…….. Is your daughter going into 1st-8th grade next fall and interested in cheering? Hudsonville Rocket Cheerleading will be having their sign up dates on Saturday, June 11th and Saturday, July 23rd. Registrations will be held at the Hudsonville High School cafeteria from 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. The cost of registration is $50 and includes an end of year banquet and trophy. An additional uniform cost applies for those that do not have one. Used uniforms will be available on a first-come-first-serve basis. The 1st-6th grade girls will be cheering at the Hudsonville Youth Football games and the 7th & 8th grade girls will be cheering at the Hudsonville Club Football games. Check out the Hudsonville Rocket Cheer Website for more info (www.eteamz.com/hudsonvillerocketcheer). If you have any additional questions about the program, please contact me. Call Coach Britni at 616-634-9580 or e-mail hudsonvillerocketcheer@yahoo.com. I look forward to seeing you at registration!

COMMUNITY NEWS……… GYMNASTICS UNLIMITED END OF THE YEAR SCHOOL FUNDRAISER…….. Friday, June 3 or Saturday, June 4.  From 7:00pm to 11:00pm; cost is $15 per person (with a $5 kick-back to your school!); at Gymnastics Unlimited, 3400 Highland DR, Hudsonville, 669-6789.  SPACE IS LIMITED….. Drop off payment by Wednesday, June 1st!  There are release forms that will need to be filled out to participate and these are located outside of the Multi-Purpose Room here at Georgetown.  If you have any questions please contact Gymnastics Unlimited.  Games, Pizza and much more fun will be offered!

KIDS DAY 2011……….Saturday, June 18 is THE DAY! If you are looking for an affordable place to have a fun day with your family (especially if you have kids between the ages of 5-10), then mark your calendar to go to the Hudsonville Fairgrounds between 10 AM and 3 PM on Saturday, June 18 for our second annual Kids Day.
What is Kids Day 2011? Hosted by Jehovah Jireh Ministries of West Michigan and sponsored by over a dozen area businesses, it is a day of games and activity for the young, and food and entertainment for everyone. Some activities will be free, the rest will be very affordable.

St. Balderick’s Fundraiser honoring Bauer Elementary 1st Grader, Ryan TerHaar (Brain Cancer Survivor)…….. The TerHaar family  is hosting a St. Baldrick’s event honoring 1st Grader Ryan TerHaar who is a 2 year brain cancer survivor!   The event will be held at Bauer Elementary School on Saturday, June 4th from 2 pm – 6pm.  A bake sale is being planned as well as a cake walk and kids games.

Please contact Ryan’s Mom, Mindy TerHaar at mindyterhaar@earthlink.net if you would like to volunteer to shave your head or volunteer to help with the event. Please contact Karen DeGram kdegram@hpseagles.net if you would like to donate bake goods.  You can also get information at http://www.stbaldricks.org/events/ryanterhaar

AYSO (American Youth Soccer Organization)……  Missed the 2011 sign-ups? Don’t worry!  Online registration is still open.  Get your forms and registration fee turned in by May 31st to secure a spot for your child.  Visit our website for instructions at www.ayso676soccer.com.

SATURDAY SLIP ~N~ SLIDE……. Please read the attached flier in regards to a great Slip n Slide party.  This will be sponsored by CITY2SHORE Real Estate and will be held at Rosewood Park in Jension (aka the “soccer bowl” or “Charlie’s Dump”) on Saturday, June 11 from Noon to 5:00pm.  If you are interested in participating there is also a WAIVER form that you will need to fill out and hand in.  Slip n Slide Waiver for Slip N Slide

GRAND VALLEY FOOTBALL CAMP……Are you ready for some Football?!?! Grand Valley State University will again be offering a variety of summer football camps for grades 1-12

Youth Camp – June 13-14
Lineman Camp – June 27-29
Senior 1 Day Camps – July 10 and July 13
Individual Camp – July 11-12
For more information and to register for a camp go to: www.grandvalleystatefootballcamps.com
GIRL SCOUT INFORMATION NIGHT…….. will be held at Park Elementary on Tuesday, May 24 at 6:30.  I am attaching a flier also.  Girl Scout flyer

HOPE COLLEGE SUMMER OPPORTUNITIES…….. Hope College is offering exciting opportunities this summer for students to explore the wonderful world of science and more (over 51 camps to choose from).  The programs will feature “hands-on” interactive investigations designed to teach scientific concepts in a FUN yet challenging way. A camper manual (for use in the camp) and a parent manual will be provided for each session.  We have fliers for this also outside of the Multi-Purpose Room.   To register or for more information, visit our website at www.hope.edu/camps/science.html. For questions, e-mail us at sciencecamp@hope.edu or contact us by phone (616) 395-7628.

UPCOMING EVENTS
5/30  NO SCHOOL ~~ Memorial Day
6/2  ECSE ~~ Last day of school
6/3  TUESDAY/THURSDAY KINDERGARTEN FRIDAY and Popcorn Friday
6/7  TUESDAY/THURSDAY LAST DAY OF SCHOOL
6/7  Grades 4/5 Field Day at Baldwin Middle School
6/8  MONDAY/WEDNESDAY PK/K LAST DAY OF SCHOOL (they have no Fridays in June)
6/8  Grades 2/3 Field Day
6/9  LAST DAY OF SCHOOL!!  DISMISSAL AT 1:00PM!!!
Have a great weekend!  ~~
Mrs. Nurenberg  : )
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HAPPY FRIDAY AFTERNOON GEORGETOWN PARENTS!!yellow_daisy_flower_growing_in_a_pot_0515-1103-2603-0549_TN

NEWS FROM THE OFFICE…….. WOW, what an exciting and BUSY week here at Georgetown!  “Just Write” was held all week long so we had MANY visitors throughout the building reading all of the great stories from the students.  Our wonderful Liverpool guests were here with us this past week also if any of your students happened to mention that they had a nice British teacher with them!!  We have one more week with the Liverpool students before they return home so make sure your kids all send them off with a great farewell.

Just a few reminders for next week:    5TH GRADE CAMP, WEDNESDAY, MAY 25 THROUGH FRIDAY, MAY 27

REMEMBER NEXT WEEKEND IS MEMORIAL WEEKEND  AND WE WILL HAVE MONDAY OFF!!

MEDS IN THE OFFICE……. This is just a reminder to those of you that have student medication here in the office.  It WILL NEED to be PICKED UP before the office closes the week after school.  Any medication that has NOT been picked up by WEDNESDAY, JUNE 15 will be discarded.  Thank you for remembering this for us!  : )

SUMMER VACATION COUNTDOWN……… Is everyone holding on.. the last DOUBLE DIGIT number for the year…. only 13 school days until summer break!!!  Woo ~ Hoo!!

LIBRARY NEWS……….Attention all  K-5th grade students!! How would you like a summer full of reading adventures and at the same time a chance to earn a free book?!  To get more information on this go to  http://www.barnesandnoble.com/summerreading/ and find out how to join the Barnes & Noble summer reading program called Imagination’s Destination.  In addition to this check out the Bookapalooza  Party on Saturday, June 4, 2011 at 1:00p.m. at the Barnes & Noble in RiverTown Crossings Mall.  This is sure to be a good time!!

5th GRADE NEWS……. Just going to list a few dates for you to put on your calendars to remember for upcoming 5th grade events.  Wow….  hold on tight, before you know it you will have a middle schooler!

5/25 thru 5/27 ~ 5th grade CAMP

6/3 ~ 5th Grade CELEBRATION!!!!

6/7 ~ 4th/5th Grade Field day at BMS

COMMUNITY ED NEWS……… Hudsonville Community Education and Hudsonville Lanes are excited to offer families a great
night of affordable fun!    Music ~ Lights ~ Friends ~ Food~ Prizes & Bowling ~ a combination that’s sure to be a hit!
Who: Boys and Moms (ages 3 and up)
When: Mother/Son – May 21, 2011
Time: 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. OR 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Cost: $8 per person – includes shoe rental, 2 games of bowling, hot dog, chips & drink
Where: Hudsonville Lanes

You may register online by visiting www.hudsonvillepublicschools.org or call Rebecca at 669-7747, ext. #3

Rock & Bowl ~~ Attention all boys, girls, moms & dads, Rock and Bowl is here!!  Please read the attached flyer for all of the details.   Rock&Bowl2011

Please remember you can visit the Community Ed website for all of the activities that are currently available and you are ALSO able to register on line for these courses through this link! http://commed01.hudsonville.k12.mi.us/Default.aspx .

HUDSONVILLE ROCKET CHEER…….. Is your daughter going into 1st-8th grade next fall and interested in cheering? Hudsonville Rocket Cheerleading will be having their sign up dates on Saturday, June 11th and Saturday, July 23rd. Registrations will be held at the Hudsonville High School cafeteria from 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. The cost of registration is $50 and includes an end of year banquet and trophy. An additional uniform cost applies for those that do not have one. Used uniforms will be available on a first-come-first-serve basis. The 1st-6th grade girls will be cheering at the Hudsonville Youth Football games and the 7th & 8th grade girls will be cheering at the Hudsonville Club Football games. Check out the Hudsonville Rocket Cheer Website for more info (www.eteamz.com/hudsonvillerocketcheer). If you have any additional questions about the program, please contact me. Call Coach Britni at 616-634-9580 or e-mail hudsonvillerocketcheer@yahoo.com. I look forward to seeing you at registration!

COMMUNITY NEWS……. St. Balderick’s Fundraiser honoring Bauer Elementary 1st Grader, Ryan TerHaar (Brain Cancer Survivor)…….. The TerHaar family  is hosting a St. Baldrick’s event honoring 1st Grader Ryan TerHaar who is a 2 year brain cancer survivor!   The event will be held at Bauer Elementary School on Saturday, June 4th from 2 pm – 6pm.  A bake sale is being planned as well as a cake walk and kids games.

Please contact Ryan’s Mom, Mindy TerHaar at mindyterhaar@earthlink.net if you would like to volunteer to shave your head or volunteer to help with the event. Please contact Karen DeGram kdegram@hpseagles.net if you would like to donate bake goods.  You can also get information at http://www.stbaldricks.org/events/ryanterhaar

AYSO (American Youth Soccer Organization)……  Missed the 2011 sign-ups? Don’t worry!  Online registration is still open.  Get your forms and registration fee turned in by May 31st to secure a spot for your child.  Visit our website for instructions at www.ayso676soccer.com.

SATURDAY SLIP ~N~ SLIDE……. Please read the attached flier in regards to a great Slip n Slide party.  This will be sponsored by CITY2SHORE Real Estate and will be held at Rosewood Park in Jension (aka the “soccer bowl” or “Charlie’s Dump”) on Saturday, June 11 from Noon to 5:00pm.  If you are interested in participating there is also a WAIVER form that you will need to fill out and hand in.  Slip n Slide Waiver for Slip N Slide

GRAND VALLEY FOOTBALL CAMP……Are you ready for some Football?!?! Grand Valley State University will again be offering a variety of summer football camps for grades 1-12

Youth Camp – June 13-14
Lineman Camp – June 27-29
Senior 1 Day Camps – July 10 and July 13
Individual Camp – July 11-12
For more information and to register for a camp go to: www.grandvalleystatefootballcamps.com
GIRL SCOUT INFORMATION NIGHT…….. will be held at Park Elementary on Tuesday, May 24 at 6:30.  I am attaching a flier also.  Girl Scout flyer

HOPE COLLEGE SUMMER OPPORTUNITIES…….. Hope College is offering exciting opportunities this summer for students to explore the wonderful world of science and more (over 51 camps to choose from).  The programs will feature “hands-on” interactive investigations designed to teach scientific concepts in a FUN yet challenging way. A camper manual (for use in the camp) and a parent manual will be provided for each session.  We have fliers for this also outside of the Multi-Purpose Room.   To register or for more information, visit our website at www.hope.edu/camps/science.html. For questions, e-mail us at sciencecamp@hope.edu or contact us by phone (616) 395-7628.

UPCOMING EVENTS
5/25 – 5/27  5th Gr. CAMP
5/27  ECSE ~~ Hager Park Picnic – parents provide transportation
5/30  NO SCHOOL ~~ Memorial Day
6/2  ECSE ~~ Last day of school
6/3  TUESDAY/THURSDAY KINDERGARTEN FRIDAY and Popcorn Friday
6/7  TUESDAY/THURSDAY LAST DAY OF SCHOOL
6/7  Grades 4/5 Field Day at Baldwin Middle School
6/8  MONDAY/WEDNESDAY PK/K LAST DAY OF SCHOOL (they have no Fridays in June)
6/8  Grades 2/3 Field Day
6/9  LAST DAY OF SCHOOL!!
Have a great weekend!  ~~
Mrs. Nurenberg  : )      218331-Royalty-Free-RF-Clipart-Illustration-Of-A-Digital-Collage-Of-Three-Colorful-Daisies-In-Terra-Cotta-Pots

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HAPPY FRIDAY AFTERNOON GEORGETOWN PARENTS!yellow_daisy_flower_growing_in_a_pot_0515-1103-2603-0549_TN

NEWS FROM THE OFFICE……… Wow what a busy week here at Georgetown.  We have just been hopping around here!  Our Raey Guang guests arrived here on Wednesday morning and participated in classroom activities and then spent their two evenings with their “host” families.  What a great experience for the Raey Guang students as well as for our Georgetown students!  Then thanks to our wonderful PTC members and all of the great Georgetown volunteer parents the staff here has been pampered all week long with breakfast and great lunches!  Wow, you are all way to good to us!!  Thanks for everything from each and everyone of us!

One VERY important message from the office…… we could really use some help from our Georgetown parents.  It would help the office staff AND the teachers greatly if you could PLEASE make sure to send a note in the morning with after school changes or early dismissals.  Lately we have been receiving many phone calls and emails to make changes to a student’s regular routine.  (Now with that being said, we are aware that there will be the occasional emergency change that will come up).  However, when we get calls to make changes for a student it causes us to interrupt the classroom and lately we receive ALOT of these changes at the END of the day and it is very hard to track down the teachers.  As far as emails go, the teachers are not able to check their incoming emails multiple times throughout the day as they are busy teaching and some of these messages are getting missed.  Notes are great,  so if you could please help all of us out and make sure to send these with the students in the morning that would be GREAT!!! : )  Thank you!

Now for the most exciting news from the office…….  only 23 more school days until summer vacation!!!  YIPPEE

LUNCH MENUS……… Here is the MAY/JUNE menu for the elementary schools  ~~  may-june 2011 hud elem I am also attaching a letter from Food Service that will give you information for the end of the year and the upcoming school year of 2011/2012.     11 End of Year Elem Letter

SCHOOL CALENDAR……. I am attaching the school calendar for the upcoming school year of 2011/2012.  I know this seems way too soon to think about this already, however, I know some people like to plan ahead for vacations.  So here you go…..  Student-11-12-revised

YEARBOOKS…….. Your student should have brought home their yearbooks home this week.  The Office just wants to let you know that we have “extra” yearbooks for sale in the office.  These will be sold for $10 per yearbook. They will be available on a first come, first serve basis.  If you will be writing a check, please make it payable to “GEORGETOWN ELEMENTARY”.

PTC NEWS………. Well it is that time of year again, Spring Carnival!  Woo-Hoo!!  CALLING ALL GEORGETOWN BAKERS!!
(Or if you do not tell anyone …… bakery shoppers!) Our wonderful Spring Carnival committee has asked me to put out a PLEA for baked goods for one of our most popular carnival games…. THE CAKEWALK!  This game is one of the biggest hits of the carnival. (for both kids and adults!) So we would love to have a great turnout for the amount of baked goods that are donated. Once the baked goods are gone, the game is over. : (
We will GLADLY start accepting the baked goods donations starting WEDNESDAY, MAY 11 in the afternoon here at school. You may just drop them off in the office. These donations will be accepted until 5:00pm on Friday, May 13.

SPRING CARNIVAL….. Is coming right around the corner!!  It will be held on Friday, May 13 from 5:30p to 8:30p!!  Wristbands purchased in advance will be $8 per person, BUT if you wait they will be $15 the night of!!! The deadline for pre-purchased wristbands is MAY 6th!!  Please contact Stacey Alexander (209-7434) or Susie Coxen (669-3662) if you have any questions.

Attached you will find the flyer with all of the details and the PRE-SALE SLIP for wristbands.    Spring Carnival Wristband Flyer2010

ONE OTHER IMPORTANT NOTE ABOUT CARNIVAL DAY……… ON FRIDAY, MAY 13 THE CIRCLE DRIVE WILL BE  CLOSED FOR THE PM PICK-UP TIME AS THEY WILL BE SETTING UP FOR THE CARNIVAL. Sorry for any inconvenience this may cause.

5th GRADE NEWS……. Just going to list a few dates for you to put on your calendars to remember for upcoming 5th grade events.  Wow….  hold on tight, before you know it you will have a middle schooler!

5/19 ~ 5th grade CAMP meeting @ 6pm

5/25 thru 5/27 ~ 5th grade CAMP

6/3 ~ 5th Grade CELEBRATION!!!!

COMMUNITY ED NEWS……… Hudsonville Community Education and Hudsonville Lanes are excited to offer families a great
night of affordable fun!    Music ~ Lights ~ Friends ~ Food~ Prizes & Bowling ~ a combination that’s sure to be a hit!
Who: Boys, Girls, Moms & Dads (ages 3 and up)
When: Dad/Daughter – May 14, 2011
Mother/Son – May 21, 2011
Time: 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. OR 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Cost: $8 per person – includes shoe rental, 2 games of bowling, hot dog, chips & drink
Where: Hudsonville Lanes

You may register online by visiting www.hudsonvillepublicschools.org or call Rebecca at 669-7747, ext. #3

Rock & Bowl ~~ Attention all boys, girls, moms & dads, Rock and Bowl is here!!  Please read the attached flyer for all of the details.   Rock&Bowl2011

Please remember you can visit the Community Ed website for all of the activities that are currently available and you are ALSO able to register on line for these courses through this link! http://commed01.hudsonville.k12.mi.us/Default.aspx .

HUDSONVILLE ROCKET CHEER…….. Is your daughter going into 1st-8th grade next fall and interested in cheering? Hudsonville Rocket Cheerleading will be having their sign up dates on Saturday, June 11th and Saturday, July 23rd. Registrations will be held at the Hudsonville High School cafeteria from 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. The cost of registration is $50 and includes an end of year banquet and trophy. An additional uniform cost applies for those that do not have one. Used uniforms will be available on a first-come-first-serve basis. The 1st-6th grade girls will be cheering at the Hudsonville Youth Football games and the 7th & 8th grade girls will be cheering at the Hudsonville Club Football games. Check out the Hudsonville Rocket Cheer Website for more info (www.eteamz.com/hudsonvillerocketcheer). If you have any additional questions about the program, please contact me. Call Coach Britni at 616-634-9580 or e-mail hudsonvillerocketcheer@yahoo.com. I look forward to seeing you at registration!

BOATER SAFETY CLASSES…….. These will be offered through Community Ed ALSO!!  You may also register for these online at the Community Ed website too.  Here is the information though if you are interested…….

AGES:  12 & UP;  WHEN: Saturday, May 21;  TIME: 9am to 3pm;  WHERE: Hudsonville High School, Room #109 (enter through the front entrance, turn right by office, then turn left to #109);  COST:  $10 per person.  www.hudsonvillepublicschools.org

COMMUNITY NEWS……. OFF ROAD FAMILY NIGHT/CHARITY RACE…..On Saturday, May 7 at 6:00 pm, West Michigan Off Road is having a Family Night / Charity Race.  The community is invited to come and see an off road derby race at the Hudsonville Fair Grounds.  Kids 16 and under are free with a paid parent admission.

TASTE OF HUDSONVILLE……On Saturday, May 7th the Hudsonville Band Boosters will be sponsoring “Taste of Hudsonville” in the Hudsonville High School gymnasium from 2-5pm.  This community-wide event will showcase food from at least thirteen area restaurants as well as the instrumental music talent of the Hudsonville Band program.  In addition to great food and music, a large silent auction and 50/50 raffle will be held.  Tickets for the event can be purchased daily in the Hudsonville High School and Middle School offices, in the high school lobby on Tuesdays from 5-6pm, at the Avon Store and at Lake Michigan Credit Union on 32nd Ave. beginning Monday, April 11th.  Advanced sale tickets are $10 for adults, $8 for senior citizens and $5 for children 10 and under  (all tickets are an additional $2 at the door).

BENEFIT DINNER FOR ALYSSA CROOK…….. Please read the following flyer in regards to this great benefit!!  This is one of our wonderful Baldwin Street Middle School students.  Some of you may have seen her on the “Today Show” on Friday, April 1!  The benefit will be held on Friday, May 13 from 4:30-7:30p.  The flier will have the rest of the information that is needed.  PLEASE participate if you can!!!   Alyssia Fundraiser

HOME ENERGY AUDIT CLASS…….. The purpose of this class is to give homeowners the knowledge and tools they need to conduct a simple home energy audit.  Learn how to improve in-home systems such as heating, lighting, and electrical use with simple tips and resources. There will be a powerpoint presentation along with simple demonstrations and video clips. Handouts will be given with more information.  Please join us on Thursday, May 19, from 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m., at Hudsonville High School in room #129.  Cost is $5 per person.  Please preregister at www.hudsonvillepublicschools.org or call Rebecca at 669-7747, ext. #3

WEST MICHIGAN FLIGHT ACADEMY DAY CAMP……….. Wonderful learning and fun-filled camp for kids 5th to 8th Grade!  Summer Day Camp Kids will learn the basics of flight at this summer day camp and will even get to fly an airplane:

Riverview Airport in Jenison through the West Michigan Flight Academy who is sponsoring this event.  805 Taylor St. Jenison, MI.  Kids from 5th to 8th Grade.  No experience needed.  Field trip to FAA Tower at Gerald R. Ford Airport.  Learn about:  Navigation, Rockets, Kites, Radio Controlled airplanes And Real Airplanes!   9 am to 1:30 Monday through Friday and 12 to 3 pm on Saturday.  $10 non refundable Registration.  $200 fee checks to  WMFA P.O. Box 7747 Grand Rapids MI. 49510-7747 Visit us online @ www.WestMiFlightAcademy.org Or Call: 616.633.3179

CHILDREN’S HEALTH INSURANCE……… YMCA of Greater Grand Rapids ~~  Do your children have health insurance? Did you know, a family of four can make up to $44,000 per year and still qualify for Michigan’s free or low cost health insurance? Children 18 years and under can be insured under this comprehensive health program. Regular check-ups, vision and dental care, immunizations, and prescriptions are all covered! Even if you have insurance, you might be able to use this program for secondary insurance. The YMCA is an assisting agency and will guide you through the registration process in a private, dignified manner. For complete information please call Deborah or Penny at 616-855-9686 or contact them via email at childrenshealth@grymca.org

HOPE COLLEGE SUMMER OPPORTUNITIES…….. Hope College is offering exciting opportunities this summer for students to explore the wonderful world of science and more (over 51 camps to choose from).  The programs will feature “hands-on” interactive investigations designed to teach scientific concepts in a FUN yet challenging way. A camper manual (for use in the camp) and a parent manual will be provided for each session.  We have fliers for this also outside of the Multi-Purpose Room.   To register or for more information, visit our website at www.hope.edu/camps/science.html. For questions, e-mail us at sciencecamp@hope.edu or contact us by phone (616) 395-7628.

UPCOMING EVENTS
5/5  PTC Mtg at 6:30p
5/7  Mother/Son Event ~~ More info to come from PTC!
5/13  Popcorn Friday AND the SPRING CARNIVAL 5:30 – 8:30
5/13  ECSE ~~ Teusink Farm Field trip
5/16  Just Write  GRADE 5 @ 2:00pm
5/17  Just Write GRADE 4 @ 3:00pm
5/18  Just Write GRADE  PK/K
5/18  Marco’s Pizza Night
5/19  Just Write GRADE K @1:00PM and GRADE 1 @ 2:45pm
5/19  5th Gr. Camp Mtg at 6p
5/20  Just Write Celebration 9:30 to 11:00am
5/25 – 5/27  5th Gr. CAMP
5/27  ECSE ~~ Hager Park Picnic – parents provide transportation
5/30  NO SCHOOL ~~ Memorial Day
6/2  ECSE ~~ Last day of school
6/3  TUESDAY/THURSDAY KINDERGARTEN FRIDAY and Popcorn Friday
6/7  TUESDAY/THURSDAY LAST DAY OF SCHOOL
6/8  MONDAY/WEDNESDAY PK/K LAST DAY OF SCHOOL (they have no Fridays in June)
6/9  LAST DAY OF SCHOOL!!
Have a great weekend!  ~~REMEMBER…..April Showers BRING May Flowers ~~
Mrs. Nurenberg  : )

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