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The Whole Family Connection is an exciting new web-based initiative designed to give families throughout the United States free, anonymous and better access to community services for children and families to help them live healthier and more fulfilling lives.

Using online profiles, the Whole Family Connection identifies and matches familes’ needs with service providers who can help them in areas such as education, health, social well-being, spiritual well-being, environment safety and economics.
If you need immediate assistance or wish to speak with someone about your needs, dial 2-1-1.

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Girls on the Run Team is AMAZING!

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As part of their community service project, Georgetown Elementary Girls on the Run raised more than $400 for Helen DeVos Children’s Hospital. Through bake sales, garage sales, pop can drives, allowance donations and more, these girls amazed us with their generosity, energy and dedication to others. A big thank you to everyone who participated! With the money raised, Girls on the Run was able to purchase ALL the items below for children in the hospital:

· Books for Infants/Toddlers  · DVDs  · Athletic Balls

· Sports Equipment  · Water Bottles and Lunch Boxes

· Games  · Journals  · Puzzles  · Healthy Snacks and Drinks

· Scrap booking supplies; paper, photo books, stickers, etc.

· Distraction Toys  · PS2 Controller · Games (E Rated) for PS2 and XBox

· Lights and Sounds Toddler Toys · Craft Supplies · CD’s

· Nintendo DS Games  · Nintendo DS Game System · Child Friendly Headphones

And, in addition to this community service work, the girls trained for 10 weeks to race in a 5K run.  They truly are amazing in every single way.  Many thanks to Jennifer Waters and Elly Bainbridge for coaching this amazing group of girls.

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BLOG BITS 5/13/2011

HAPPY CARNIVAL FRIDAY GEORGETOWN PARENTS! 82086-Royalty-Free-RF-Clipart-Illustration-Of-Falling-Colorful-Daisy-Flowers

NEWS FROM THE OFFICE……. Well what can we say other than it was another good week here at Georgetown.  The weather has improved (at least for awhile) and we had many field trips this week for our Kindergartners, 1st graders and our 5th grade safeties.  Parents do not forget that tonight, Friday, May 13 is our school Carnival!  It will take place between 5:30 and 8:30.  Wristbands will be available for anyone 2 or older at the Carnival.  It should be a great time for all!!!

Parents please remember that next week is our “Just Write” Celebration.  Please make sure you check your child’s teacher’s blog for most current information regarding this event.  Times for each grade are also posted at the end of the blog under upcoming events.

NOW for the countdown…………  18 fun filled school days until summer vacation!!!

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!

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!!

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……… A Jet’s Pizza Night announcement……..  once again our parents did a great job in participating in this event.  Our pizza nights have gone over very well this year!!  Thanks to all of you!!!  On our past Jet’s night we raised $144 for Georgetown Elementary!  The classroom that won the pizza party is Mrs. Jabaay’s T/TH Kindergarten class.  Way to go Kindergartners!!

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!!!!

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, 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……. AYSO (American Youth Soccer Organization)……  AYSO Georgetown registration is open for the 2011/2012 season.  Visit our website for registration instructions:  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

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
5/16  Just Write  GRADE 2 @ 1:30pm  and GRADE 5 @ 2:00pm
5/17  Just Write GRADE 4 @ 3:00pm
5/18  Just Write GRADE  PK/K @ 1:00pm and GRADE 3 @ 2:30pm
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
6/7  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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BLOG BITS 5/6/2011

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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BLOG BITS 4/15/11

Happy Friday Georgetown Parents!  bunny17

NEWS FROM THE OFFICE……. Well Spring Break is over and man did it go FAST!!  Looking at the calendar April here at school is fairly quiet, but hold on  tight because May is going to be busy!!!  Then before you know it school is done!  Soooo on that note, I say lets count down the school days until summer vacation……..  38 days!!  : )

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

A NOTE FROM THE SUPERINTENDENT………. Over the past several years the number of students attending  Hudsonville Public Schools has grown significantly.  During the past eighteen months we have been exploring options to address this growth.  Following a lengthy process of study and community input, the Board of Education unanimously approved a bond proposal to bring to the voters.  While this request does not raise the millage rate, it is a comprehensive approach to addressing the needs of our growing K-12 student population.

Please join us for a community gathering to review this proposal that will go before the voters on May 3, 2011.   Location: Hudsonville High School Auditorium  (5037 32nd Ave)   Date: Tuesday, April 19.    Time: 7:00pm.  Thank you!

MAY 3 BOND ELECTION……. We are so fortunate to be in a school community which is growing. Over the past 5 years, Hudsonville Public Schools has
grown by 604 students. This trend is not new to Hudsonville as our enrollment has almost tripled over the last 25 years.  In an effort to address the need for additional classroom space, our Board of Education unanimously approved a resolution to go before voters with a bond request. The proposal to be voted on May 3 calls for:
•New 9+ building on the existing high school site
•New South Elementary located on Greenly Street
•New competition pool and fine arts auditorium
•New transportation facility
•Reconfiguring the Freshman Campus to an Early Childhood Center
•Technology upgrades to all school buildings
•Athletic upgrades at Baldwin, Riley, and High School
Since the district is part of the School Bond Revolving Fund (SBRF), which the state makes available to rapidly growing districts, we will be able to build the facilities and improvements without a millage increase. Currently, the districts levies  7.0 mills for debt retirement and the rate will remain at 7.0 mills. The total cost of the proposal will be $82,000,000.00. If  you have questions please visit our website, www.hudsonvillepublicschools.org or call our superintendent, Nick Ceglarek,  616-669-1740 ext 1.

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”.

SPRING ART SHOW ………. Save the date!  The 2011 Hudsonville Student Art Show is just around the corner!  There will be a special reception for Georgetown Artists on Tuesday, April 26 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Check out the flyer… 2011FlyerPDF and visit Mrs. Brouwer’s Art Room Blog for more information about the art show!

FOOD SERVICE NEWS……… Attention Parents: The food service department is going “green” and will be piloting a new program in your building this month.  Starting with the April menu, you will receive the monthly lunch menu and deposit slip form by email through the School Messenger system. If you have an email address registered with the school system, you will receive this information the third week of every month.   You can also print a copy of the monthly menu off of our web page at www.jenhudfood.org.  If you do not have email or access to a computer, you can request from your building secretary to have a paper copy sent home each month.  Paper copies will also be available in each building for pickup.  Please feel free to contact Stacey at 667-3352 or swykoski@hpseagles.net if you have any questions or concerns.  I am also attaching the April menu  April 2011 Hud Elem and the deposit slip   Deposit Slip .

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!

4/20 ~ Parent Informational Meeting  @ Baldwin Middle/7pm

4/21 ~ Parent Informational Meeting @ Riley Middle/7pm

4/27 ~ Course Selection/Enrollments due back to your 5th Gr teacher

5/2 ~ 7pm  6th Gr Orientation for 5th Gr parents and students

5/19 ~ 5th grade CAMP meeting

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

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

COMMUNITY ED NEWS……… Bowling Leagues….. this is the only new activity that I have since before Spring Break.  This is offered for anyone ages 2-Adult!  Please see the form attached …  Springbowling11 .  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 .

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………  JUNIOR RANGERS….. The Junior Rangers would like to invite you and your child between the ages of 5 and 9 years old to an Open House at Soccer-Zone, 596 Baldwin, Jenison Michigan (right behind Meijers).

April 18, 2011  &   April 25, 2011
5:30 pm – 6:30 pm        ages: 5 – 6 year olds
7:00 pm – 8:00 pm        ages: 7 years old and over
During this Open House you and your child will learn about our fun, exciting and our unique program “Moves and Skills”
along with our philosophy “Let the Children Play” Players should wear sport clothing (no jeans), tennis shoes and if possible bring a soccer ball.
If you have any questions please feel free to contact us via our website:  www.rangerssoccer.us
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. 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.

FEEDING AMERICA WEST MICHIGAN……. Hager Park Church is partnering with Feeding America West Michigan to provide a Mobile Food Pantry on Saturday, April 30th.  The food distribution will take place at Bauer Elementary School’s parking lot, located at 8136 – 48th Avenue in Hudsonville, from 10:00 am to Noon.  Sign-in is required, although the food is available to anyone that needs it.  There will be a large assortment of food, made up of seasonal produce and other high quality groceries.
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).
UPCOMING EVENTS
4/20  Marco’s Pizza Night
4/26  Art Show @ Park Elementary   2011FlyerPDF-tbjb01
5/3  Jet’s Pizza Night
5/4 – 5/6  Raey Guang visit
5/5  PTC Mtg at 6:30p
5/7  Mother/Son Event ~~ More info to come from PTC!
5/13  Popcorn Friday
5/16 – 5/20  Just Write
5/18  Marco’s Pizza Night
5/19  5th Gr. Camp Mtg at 6p
5/25 – 5/27  5th Gr. CAMP
5/30  NO SCHOOL ~~ Memorial Day  eggs02
Have a great weekend!
Mrs. Nurenberg  : )

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BLOG BITS 3/31/11

HAPPY SPRING BREAK GEORGETOWN PARENTS!!

NEWS FROM THE OFFICE……  WOO~HOO it is vacation time!!!  Need we say any more???  It has been a very good week here.  Busy, but good.  We went out with a REAL BANG with the talent show today.  Lots of fun and excitement!  It was another good show as usual.  Well for any of you who are traveling have a safe trip and we will be looking forward to seeing everyone when we all return from Spring  Break.  Enjoy your time off!  : )

A NOTE FROM THE SUPERINTENDENT……….  Over the past several years the number of students attending  Hudsonville Public Schools has grown significantly.  During the past eighteen months we have been exploring options to address this growth.  Following a lengthy process of study and community input, the Board of Education unanimously approved a bond proposal to bring to the voters.  While this request does not raise the millage rate, it is a comprehensive approach to addressing the needs of our growing K-12 student population.

Please join us for a community gathering to review this proposal that will go before the voters on May 3, 2011.   Location: Hudsonville High School Auditorium  (5037 32nd Ave)   Date: Tuesday, April 19.    Time: 7:00pm.  Thank you!

MAY 3 BOND ELECTION……. We are so fortunate to be in a school community which is growing. Over the past 5 years, Hudsonville Public Schools has
grown by 604 students. This trend is not new to Hudsonville as our enrollment has almost tripled over the last 25 years.  In an effort to address the need for additional classroom space, our Board of Education unanimously approved a resolution to go before voters with a bond request. The proposal to be voted on May 3 calls for:
•New 9+ building on the existing high school site
•New South Elementary located on Greenly Street
•New competition pool and fine arts auditorium
•New transportation facility
•Reconfiguring the Freshman Campus to an Early Childhood Center
•Technology upgrades to all school buildings
•Athletic upgrades at Baldwin, Riley, and High School
Since the district is part of the School Bond Revolving Fund (SBRF), which the state makes available to rapidly growing districts, we will be able to build the facilities and improvements without a millage increase. Currently, the districts levies  7.0 mills for debt retirement and the rate will remain at 7.0 mills. The total cost of the proposal will be $82,000,000.00. If  you have questions please visit our website, www.hudsonvillepublicschools.org or call our superintendent, Nick Ceglarek,  616-669-1740 ext 1.

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”.

SPRING ART SHOW ………. Save the date!  The 2011 Hudsonville Student Art Show is just around the corner!  There will be a special reception for Georgetown Artists on Tuesday, April 26 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Check out the flyer… 2011FlyerPDF and visit Mrs. Brouwer’s Art Room Blog for more information about the art show!

FOOD SERVICE NEWS……… Attention Parents: The food service department is going “green” and will be piloting a new program in your building this month.  Starting with the April menu, you will receive the monthly lunch menu and deposit slip form by email through the School Messenger system. If you have an email address registered with the school system, you will receive this information the third week of every month.   You can also print a copy of the monthly menu off of our web page at www.jenhudfood.org.  If you do not have email or access to a computer, you can request from your building secretary to have a paper copy sent home each month.  Paper copies will also be available in each building for pickup.  Please feel free to contact Stacey at 667-3352 or swykoski@hpseagles.net if you have any questions or concerns.  I am also attaching the April menu  April 2011 Hud Elem and the deposit slip   Deposit Slip .

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!

4/12 ~ Instrument Fittings here @ Georgetown

4/20 ~ Parent Informational Meeting  @ Baldwin Middle/7pm

4/21 ~ Parent Informational Meeting @ Riley Middle/7pm

4/27 ~ Course Selection/Enrollments due back to your 5th Gr teacher

5/2 ~ 7pm  6th Gr Orientation for 5th Gr parents and students

5/19 ~ 5th grade CAMP meeting

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

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

COMMUNITY ED NEWS…….. It looks like Community Ed will be offering some fun and exciting activities for kids over Spring Break.  These will be offered through Gymnastics Unlimited and are being offered for girls and boys, ages 4 through 16!  Please read the attached flier for more information…..  Spring break 2011(2) . Currently the new activities that are offered are Golf Lessons ….. SpringGolfForm2011 , HEAT Swimming Opportunities ….. 2011HEATSpring,  Young Rembrandts Drawing Class…….  Georgetown Spring 2011b,  Fun with Sign Language…..SignLanguageGTWN2011 and Sports & More Camp…..  GVSUActivityCampSpring.  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 .

SWIMMING LESSONS……. Hudsonville Community Education still has some spots available for our spring session of swim lessons.  Class meets every Saturday for 8 weeks, April 16 – June 4, 2011, at 8:15 a.m.  These classes are for kids ages 3 and up.  We have openings in every level 1 – 5.  Cost is $40 for residents and $50 for non residents.  To register, please visit www.hudsonvillepublicschools.org or call Rebecca at 669-7747, ext. #3.

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, April 16 OR Saturday, May 21 (choose only ONE day);  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…….. FEEDING AMERICA WEST MICHIGAN……. Hager Park Church is partnering with Feeding America West Michigan to provide a Mobile Food Pantry on Saturday, April 30th.  The food distribution will take place at Bauer Elementary School’s parking lot, located at 8136 – 48th Avenue in Hudsonville, from 10:00 am to Noon.  Sign-in is required, although the food is available to anyone that needs it.  There will be a large assortment of food, made up of seasonal produce and other high quality groceries.

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).

SUMMER SPORTS CAMP…….. Save $100 on a summer sports camp! Are you looking for a summer athletic camp for your kids? Cornerstone University is offering your school a $100 discount before April 15th. All discounts are valid for online registration only, and you must use promo code SUMMERFUN at your check-out to receive the discount. For more details visit www.cugoldeneagles.com to see a list of dates and camp offerings.

SPRING BREAK OPEN SWIM………. At Hudsonville High School Pool….  ($2.50 per person or $8 for immediate family.)

Saturday:  April 2,  2-4PM
Monday: April 4,  2-4PM
Tuesday:  April 5,  2-4PM
Wednesday:  April 6,  2-4PM
Thursday:  April 7,  2-4PM
Friday:  April 8,  2-4PM
Saturday:   April 9,  2-4PM

Lap Swim will also take place from 5:30-7AM.

SUMMER 2011 LAKER WRITERS CAMP……… Please read the following attached flier if you are interested in this opportunity.  The registration is attached also.  This is being offered for students in grades 4-12 (Grades they will be entering in the fall).   Laker_Writers_Camp_2011

UPCOMING EVENTS

4/1 – 4/10  SPRING BREAK!!!!!!

4/15  Popcorn Friday

4/15  M/W Friday for Kindergarten

4/26  Art Show @ Park Elementary

Have a wonderful vacation!!!!Mrs. Nurenberg  : )

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BLOG BITS 3/25/11

HAPPY LAST FRIDAY BEFORE SPRING BREAK!!!

NEWS FROM THE OFFICE…….. Well we had a pretty uneventful week here at Georgetown.  Now don’t take that wrong……. that is not a bad thing!  Just smooth sailing!  : )   Drum roll please…… ONLY 4 more school days until Spring Break! YIPPEE ~~~~    One more thing, DO NOT FORGET about our 5th Grade fundraiser breakfast this Saturday at Vitale’s!  You may purchase tickets at the door for $7 each.  It will be held from 9am to 11 am.

TALENT SHOW NEWS…….. Remember this will be next Thursday, March 31.  If your child will be performing you will receive something home to let you know at which performance they will be in.  We are having two shows, one at 9:15 am and one at 1:15 pm.  Also do not forget that if you are unable to make  this, Mrs. Reagan records both shows and posts them on our school blog so you will not have miss it!

MAY 3 BOND ELECTION……. We are so fortunate to be in a school community which is growing. Over the past 5 years, Hudsonville Public Schools has
grown by 604 students. This trend is not new to Hudsonville as our enrollment has almost tripled over the last 25 years.  In an effort to address the need for additional classroom space, our Board of Education unanimously approved a resolution to go before voters with a bond request. The proposal to be voted on May 3 calls for:
•New 9+ building on the existing high school site
•New South Elementary located on Greenly Street
•New competition pool and fine arts auditorium
•New transportation facility
•Reconfiguring the Freshman Campus to an Early Childhood Center
•Technology upgrades to all school buildings
•Athletic upgrades at Baldwin, Riley, and High School
Since the district is part of the School Bond Revolving Fund (SBRF), which the state makes available to rapidly growing districts, we will be able to build the facilities and improvements without a millage increase. Currently, the districts levies  7.0 mills for debt retirement and the rate will remain at 7.0 mills. The total cost of the proposal will be $82,000,000.00. If  you have questions please visit our website, www.hudsonvillepublicschools.org or call our superintendent, Nick Ceglarek,  616-669-1740 ext 1.

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”.

SPRING ART SHOW ………. Save the date!  The 2011 Hudsonville Student Art Show is just around the corner!  There will be a special reception for Georgetown Artists on Tuesday, April 26 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Check out the flyer… 2011FlyerPDF and visit Mrs. Brouwer’s Art Room Blog for more information about the art show!

FOOD SERVICE NEWS……… Attention Parents: The food service department is going “green” and will be piloting a new program in your building this month.  Starting with the April menu, you will receive the monthly lunch menu and deposit slip form by email through the School Messenger system. If you have an email address registered with the school system, you will receive this information the third week of every month.   You can also print a copy of the monthly menu off of our web page at www.jenhudfood.org.  If you do not have email or access to a computer, you can request from your building secretary to have a paper copy sent home each month.  Paper copies will also be available in each building for pickup.  Please feel free to contact Stacey at 667-3352 or swykoski@hpseagles.net if you have any questions or concerns.  I am also attaching the April menu  April 2011 Hud Elem and the deposit slip   Deposit Slip .

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!

3/26 ~ Vitale’s Breakfast Fundraiser

4/12 ~ Instrument Fittings here @ Georgetown

4/20 ~ Parent Informational Meeting  @ Baldwin Middle/7pm

4/21 ~ Parent Informational Meeting @ Riley Middle/7pm

4/27 ~ Course Selection/Enrollments due back to your 5th Gr teacher

5/2 ~ 7pm  6th Gr Orientation for 5th Gr parents and students

5/19 ~ 5th grade CAMP meeting

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

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

PTC NEWS………. The PTC just wanted to update you on the recent Book Fair news!  Way to go Georgetown is all I can say!  As a school we raised $205 for ONE FOR BOOKS! Yey!!  We also earned $2500 for books for our library and classrooms.  This is awesome.

The other note is about our Marco’s Pizza Night……….  we raised $88 for Georgetown and the winning classroom was 5th Gr ~ Mrs. Bouwens.  Enjoy that pizza party 5th graders!

COMMUNITY ED NEWS…….. It looks like Community Ed will be offering some fun and exciting activities for kids over Spring Break.  These will be offered through Gymnastics Unlimited and are being offered for girls and boys, ages 4 through 16!  Please read the attached flier for more information…..  Spring break 2011(2) . Currently the new activities that are offered are Golf Lessons ….. SpringGolfForm2011 , HEAT Swimming Opportunities ….. 2011HEATSpring,  Young Rembrandts Drawing Class…….  Georgetown Spring 2011b,  Fun with Sign Language…..SignLanguageGTWN2011 and Sports & More Camp…..  GVSUActivityCampSpring.  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 .

SWIMMING LESSONS……. Hudsonville Community Education still has some spots available for our spring session of swim lessons.  Class meets every Saturday for 8 weeks, April 16 – June 4, 2011, at 8:15 a.m.  These classes are for kids ages 3 and up.  We have openings in every level 1 – 5.  Cost is $40 for residents and $50 for non residents.  To register, please visit www.hudsonvillepublicschools.org or call Rebecca at 669-7747, ext. #3.

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, April 16 OR Saturday, May 21 (choose only ONE day);  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…….. 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).

SUMMER SPORTS CAMP…….. Save $100 on a summer sports camp! Are you looking for a summer athletic camp for your kids? Cornerstone University is offering your school a $100 discount before April 15th. All discounts are valid for online registration only, and you must use promo code SUMMERFUN at your check-out to receive the discount. For more details visit www.cugoldeneagles.com to see a list of dates and camp offerings.

SPRING BREAK OPEN SWIM………. At Hudsonville High School Pool….  ($2.50 per person or $8 for immediate family.)

Saturday:  April 2,  2-4PM
Monday: April 4,  2-4PM
Tuesday:  April 5,  2-4PM
Wednesday:  April 6,  2-4PM
Thursday:  April 7,  2-4PM
Friday:  April 8,  2-4PM
Saturday:   April 9,  2-4PM

Lap Swim will also take place from 5:30-7AM.

SUMMER 2011 LAKER WRITERS CAMP……… Please read the following attached flier if you are interested in this opportunity.  The registration is attached also.  This is being offered for students in grades 4-12 (Grades they will be entering in the fall).   Laker_Writers_Camp_2011

UPCOMING EVENTS

3/24  5th Grade visits Baldwin Middle School

3/31  Georgetown Talent Show at 9:15am/1:15pm

4/1 – 4/10  SPRING BREAK!!!!!!

4/15  Popcorn Friday

4/15  M/W Friday for Kindergarten

4/26  Art Show @ Park Elementary

Have a great weekend!

Mrs. Nurenberg  : )

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BLOG BITS 3/18/11

HAPPY FRIDAY AFTERNOON GEORGETOWN PARENTS!

NEWS FROM THE OFFICE………. Well it was a busy week here at Georgetown!!  We had Kindergarten screening 3 full days, our Spring Book Fair was here all week and our 4th graders went to the Capital in Lansing on Thursday!  Now for the Spring Break countdown …….. 9 more school days!!  Woo-Hoo!!!

BIBLE STUDY…….. Parents please remember that MONDAY, MARCH 21 is the last Monday for Bible Study.  Thanks.

MAY 3 BOND ELECTION……. We are so fortunate to be in a school community which is growing. Over the past 5 years, Hudsonville Public Schools has
grown by 604 students. This trend is not new to Hudsonville as our enrollment has almost tripled over the last 25 years.  In an effort to address the need for additional classroom space, our Board of Education unanimously approved a resolution to go before voters with a bond request. The proposal to be voted on May 3 calls for:
•New 9+ building on the existing high school site
•New South Elementary located on Greenly Street
•New competition pool and fine arts auditorium
•New transportation facility
•Reconfiguring the Freshman Campus to an Early Childhood Center
•Technology upgrades to all school buildings
•Athletic upgrades at Baldwin, Riley, and High School
Since the district is part of the School Bond Revolving Fund (SBRF), which the state makes available to rapidly growing districts, we will be able to build the facilities and improvements without a millage increase. Currently, the districts levies  7.0 mills for debt retirement and the rate will remain at 7.0 mills. The total cost of the proposal will be $82,000,000.00. If  you have questions please visit our website, www.hudsonvillepublicschools.org or call our superintendent, Nick Ceglarek,  616-669-1740 ext 1.

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”.

SPRING ART SHOW ………. Save the date!  The 2011 Hudsonville Student Art Show is just around the corner!  There will be a special reception for Georgetown Artists on Tuesday, April 26 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Check out the flyer… 2011FlyerPDF and visit Mrs. Brouwer’s Art Room Blog for more information about the art show!

FOOD SERVICE NEWS……… Attention Parents:  The food service department is going “green” and will be piloting a new program in your building this month.  Starting with the April menu, you will receive the monthly lunch menu and deposit slip form by email through the School Messenger system.  If you have an email address registered with the school system, you will receive this information the third week of every month.   You can also print a copy of the monthly menu off of our web page at www.jenhudfood.org.  If you do not have email or access to a computer, you can request from your building secretary to have a paper copy sent home each month.  Paper copies will also be available in each building for pickup.  Please feel free to contact Stacey at 667-3352 or swykoski@hpseagles.net if you have any questions or concerns

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!  

3/24 ~ 5th Grade visits the Middle School

3/26 ~ Vitale’s Breakfast Fundraiser

4/12 ~ Instrument Fittings here @ Georgetown

4/20 ~ Parent Informational Meeting  @ Baldwin Middle/7pm

4/21 ~ Parent Informational Meeting @ Riley Middle/7pm

4/27 ~ Course Selection/Enrollments due back to your 5th Gr teacher

5/2 ~ 7pm  6th Gr Orientation for 5th Gr parents and students

5/19 ~ 5th grade CAMP meeting

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

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

COMMUNITY ED NEWS…….. It looks like Community Ed will be offering some fun and exciting activities for kids over Spring Break.  These will be offered through Gymnastics Unlimited and are being offered for girls and boys, ages 4 through 16!  Please read the attached flier for more information…..  Spring break 2011(2) . Currently the new activities that are offered are Golf Lessons ….. SpringGolfForm2011 , HEAT Swimming Opportunities ….. 2011HEATSpring,  and Young Rembrandts Drawing Class…….  Georgetown Spring 2011b .  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 .

SWIMMING LESSONS……. Hudsonville Community Education still has some spots available for our spring session of swim lessons.  Class meets every Saturday for 8 weeks, April 16 – June 4, 2011, at 8:15 a.m.  These classes are for kids ages 3 and up.  We have openings in every level 1 – 5.  Cost is $40 for residents and $50 for non residents.  To register, please visit www.hudsonvillepublicschools.org or call Rebecca at 669-7747, ext. #3.

EAGLE 5K/10K ……… ~  Please read the attached flier for more information regarding this race.  The attachment also has the registration form attached to it…….   2011 Eagle Run brochure 021511 .  The Hudsonville Athletic Boosters are once again sponsoring the Eagle 10k/5k run/walk on March 26, 2011. The races will begin at 9AM. Runners/walkers will begin at Hudsonville High School and will continue running through the city of Hudsonville. This is a fundraiser for the Athletes of Hudsonville High School. For more information log onto www.eagle10k.com or www.classicrace.com. Be sure to mark your calendars for
this event. If you would like to volunteer to work this event please call 893-5830 or email through the website. Thank you for your support of Hudsonville Athletics.

COMMUNITY NEWS…….. 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).

ALLENDALE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL’S 3 ON 3 BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT – SATURDAY, MARCH 26………. Tournament location for Allendale Christian School’s Fifth Annual 3 on 3 Basketball Tournament will be the Allendale Public High School (grades 5-8) and Allendale Christian School (grades 3-4). ACS is hosting the tournament on Saturday, March 26. This double elimination tournament will have divisions for both girls and boys 3rd-8th grades.  Trophies will be awarded to winning teams at each level.  Tee shirts will be provided for each player. All area schools are invited to join us.  Play will be continuous with refs at each court.  Last year there were over 350 players that participated from area schools.  Cost is $80 per team.  Concessions will be available.  Registration forms are due by March 4 and are available at ACS or on our website at allendalechristian.com. If you have questions or interested in becoming a sponsor, please contact Jody Ribbens @ 895-6016.

UPCOMING EVENTS

3/24  5th Grade visits Baldwin Middle School

3/31  Georgetown Talent Show

4/1 – 4/10  SPRING BREAK!!!!!!

Have a great weekend!

Mrs. Nurenberg  : )

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PTC Minutes, March 10, 2011

May 3, 2011 Election/Bond Vote

Nick Ceglarek & Art Bolt reviewed the Bond Proposal for the Bond Vote scheduled for May 3, 2011.    This plan is based on a 5-year projection for growth.  Proposal includes:

  • New 9+ building next to the current High School.
  • This building could sustain as its “own” high school in the future, but we are not there yet.
  • New South Elem. Building off of Greenly
  • New Competition Pool & Fine Arts Center
  • New Transportation Facility
  • Current Freshman Campus to become an Early Childhood Center
  • Tech. Upgrades
  • Upgrades to Athletic Facilities

No MIL increase with this proposal – 7MIL rate stays the same

May 3 Bond/Election Ballot Items:

  • Operating Millage Renew-Need a YES
  • Bond Proposal Request- Need a YES
  • School Board Members

Occupancy Time:

  • New South Building:  Fall 2013
  • New 9+ Building:  Fall 2014/2015
  • ECC Building:  Fall 2015

There is serious concern with the Governor’s proposed budget cuts for K-12.  This proposal would put our district into possible crisis mode.  A call was put out to contact our Representatives today!  If you are interested in finding out about these issues, please visit:

GRPress: 3/12/11 Snyder’s Budget Impact Hits Locally

Sen Whitmer Says NO!

MSNBC:  Michigan Creates Crisis

Snyder’s Proposals Problematic for Schools

Updates from Mrs. Regan:

  • 3rd & 5th graders are taking part in the CoGAT Testing
  • MEAP Scores are back.  The Students did very well!
  • Kindergarten Round-up took place.   Currently we have 105 new Kindergarten and Pre-K students registered.  Approximately half the group consists of first timers.
  • Georgetown had 99% participation for teacher conferences.  Way to go teachers and parents!

Upcoming dates:

  • Just Write Celebration in May.  See school calendar on blog to the right.
  • Liverpool will be sending 16 Student Teachers again this year:  May 16-23.
  • Raey Guang Visit, May 1.

Budget Review:

  • Basket Raffles raised $1,800.00 dollars.  The monies will be going to the teachers this year.
  • Pizza Nights raised $1,152.00 dollars
  • We came out ahead on the Father/Daughter Dance
  • The Popcorn Friday’s fund is almost depleted

Old Business:

  • Basket Raffles did better than anticipated.  Teachers will each be receiving Stipends from the monies raised.
  • Father/Daughter Dance went really well.  Better turn out than expected, but we could have used more volunteers.
  • Family Donation raised $2,665.00 for the family and they have received a check already!
  • Box Tops turned in $576.00 dollars and $60.00 in Spartan labels.  Classroom winners wer
  • Mr. Jurewicz, Mrs. Quigley, Mr. Bowen:  Each of these classes earns a special party.

New Business:

  • Book Fair is March 14-18.  More volunteers are still needed yet.  This year we are also offering an online fair!
  • Holiday Gift Shop dates are set for next year, Nov.28 – Dec. 2nd.  We need a new Chairperson for this event.  Fun Services will be used again also for this event.
  • Spring Carnival is on Friday, May 13th.  They are planning on using the same company as last year, having pizza and a cake walk again.
  • The Mother/Son event is May 7th.  The event will have a “Rock Jam” theme.
  • Next PTC Meeting will be in May.  Board Nominations will take place as this time.  We will have some openings on the board.  You can email or call and speak with current board members to submit nominations!
  • Vitalie’s Breakfast for the 5th grade camping trip will take place on March 26th.
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shamrock03HAPPY THURSDAY GEORGETOWN PARENTS!

NEWS FROM THE OFFICE…… Woo-Hoo, what a fabulous short week we had here.  How can it get much better than having a four day week and being able to wear “comfy” reading clothes too!  We had Kindergarten Round-Up this week also and it went very well.  We are going to have another bumper crop of PK and K students again this coming school year.  Lots of new little students in our district!  : )  Now for the exciting Spring Break count down………  14 more school days!!

FOOD SERVICE NEWS……… Attention Parents:  The food service department is going “green” and will be piloting a new program in your building this month.  Starting with the April menu, you will receive the monthly lunch menu and deposit slip form by email through the School Messenger system.  If you have an email address registered with the school system, you will receive this information the third week of every month.   You can also print a copy of the monthly menu off of our web page at www.jenhudfood.org.  If you do not have email or access to a computer, you can request from your building secretary to have a paper copy sent home each month.  Paper copies will also be available in each building for pickup.  Please feel free to contact Stacey at 667-3352 or swykoski@hpseagles.net if you have any questions or concerns.

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!  I also wanted to attach the flier that you can fill out and return for the upcoming fundraiser for 5th Grade CELEBRATION!!  Come out and enjoy a pancake breakfast at Vitale’s and support our 5th graders.  The cost is $7/person and the form AND money need to be turned in by FRIDAY, MARCH 18!  Please fill out and return the attached flier…….  5th Vitales Breakfast

3/24 ~ 5th Grade visits the Middle School

3/26 ~ Vitale’s Breakfast Fundraiser

4/12 ~ Instrument Fittings here @ Georgetown

4/20 ~ Parent Informational Meeting  @ Baldwin Middle/7pm

4/21 ~ Parent Informational Meeting @ Riley Middle/7pm

4/27 ~ Course Selection/Enrollments due back to your 5th Gr teacher

5/2 ~ 7pm  6th Gr Orientation for 5th Gr parents and students

5/19 ~ 5th grade CAMP meeting

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

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

PTC NEWS………. Ok, how do you top WOW and You ROCK the House ?!! How about WOO-HOO and these parents of ours are ROCK STARS!!! The Georgetown PTC would like to thank everyone for the amazing show of love and support for a Georgetown family that recently experienced a house fire.  As a school and local community, we raised $2665.00 for the Grooms/DeRouin family.  Generosity like this is truly something our school should be proud of…. we not only care; we show that we care.  Thank you…

COMMUNITY ED NEWS…….. It looks like Community Ed will be offering some fun and exciting activities for kids over Spring Break.  These will be offered through Gymnastics Unlimited and are being offered for girls and boys, ages 4 through 16!  Please read the attached flier for more information…..  Spring break 2011(2) .  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 .

EAGLE 5K/10K ……… ~  Please read the attached flier for more information regarding this race.  The attachment also has the registration form attached to it…….   2011 Eagle Run brochure 021511 .  The Hudsonville Athletic Boosters are once again sponsoring the Eagle 10k/5k run/walk on March 26, 2011. The races will begin at 9AM. Runners/walkers will begin at Hudsonville High School and will continue running through the city of Hudsonville. This is a fundraiser for the Athletes of Hudsonville High School. For more information log onto www.eagle10k.com or www.classicrace.com. Be sure to mark your calendars for
this event. If you would like to volunteer to work this event please call 893-5830 or email through the website. Thank you for your support of Hudsonville Athletics.

COMMUNITY NEWS………ONCE UPON A PANCAKE ~ ~ CHARACTER BREAKFAST…….. Allendale Music Boosters invites you to Once Upon a Pancake ~ A Character Breakfast.  come have breakfast with your favorite prince princess, and storybook characters from 7am to 10am on Saturday, March12 at Main Street Pub in Allendale.  Tickets are only $5 per plate which includes sausages, scrambled eggs, unlimited pancakes and a beverage.  Tickets can be purchased at any Allendale Public School Office or reserve your tickets via email to allendalemusicboosters@gmail.com.

ALLENDALE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL’S 3 ON 3 BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT – SATURDAY, MARCH 26………. Tournament location for Allendale Christian School’s Fifth Annual 3 on 3 Basketball Tournament will be the Allendale Public High School (grades 5-8) and Allendale Christian School (grades 3-4). ACS is hosting the tournament on Saturday, March 26. This double elimination tournament will have divisions for both girls and boys 3rd-8th grades.  Trophies will be awarded to winning teams at each level.  Tee shirts will be provided for each player. All area schools are invited to join us.  Play will be continuous with refs at each court.  Last year there were over 350 players that participated from area schools.  Cost is $80 per team.  Concessions will be available.  Registration forms are due by March 4 and are available at ACS or on our website at allendalechristian.com. If you have questions or interested in becoming a sponsor, please contact Jody Ribbens @ 895-6016.

UPCOMING EVENTS

3/11 NO SCHOOL FOR STUDENTS

3/14 – 3/18  Spring Book Fair

3/15 & 3/16   PK/K  Screening

3/16  Marco’s Pizza Night

3/17  4th Grade Field Trip to Lansing

3/18  MONDAY/WEDNESDAY KINDERGARTEN FRIDAY

3/24  5th Grade visits Baldwin Middle School

3/31  Georgetown Talent Show

4/1 – 4/10  SPRING BREAK!!!!!!

Have a great weekend!

Mrs. Nurenberg  : )