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March Robins…Brrrrrrr!

Mrs. Brouwer and her fifth grade class spotted a flock of 20 robins searching for worms on our 4/5 playground this week.  As we brace for a bitterly cold week, these robins are here to remind us that spring will come!

Another sign of spring:  Our 5th graders travel to Baldwin Middle School to tour the building as future 6th graders.   Some of these students (18) have been with us for seven years and the majority of them six year.  I have learned that even for those who I have known for a shorter time period, it is exciting and sad to see them mature into the next stage of their educational career.

We are fortunate to have our 5th graders move onto one of our outstanding middle schools.  Both of our middle school staffs, Riley and Baldwin, prepare well for our students in terms of courses, climate and culture.   I am truly excited for all our students…they are ready!

Have a great week – and stay warm!

Mrs. Reagan

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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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5th Grade to 6th Grade Orientation

5th Grade Parents – Please be reminded that Baldwin Street Middle School will be holding its 6th Grade Parent/Student Orientation Night on Monday May 2, from 7:00-8:30 p.m.  On this night parents and students will meet our administrators and counselors.  They will also learn about our academic, exploratory, prime time, and extended opportunity programs, and have ample time to ask questions.  The Orientation Night Schedule is as follows:

7:00-7:45 – Overview of Middle School Program
7:45-8:00 – Q&A Session
8:00-8:30 – Opportunity to tour the building

If you have questions, please contact BMS at 669-7750.

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6th Grade Orientation: BMS

Mark your calendar 5th Grade Parents!

Baldwin Street Middle School will be holding its 6th Grade Parent/Student Orientation Night on Monday May 2, from 7:00-8:30 p.m.  On this night parents and students will meet our administrators and counselors.  They will also learn about our academic, exploratory, prime time, and extended opportunity programs, and have ample time to ask questions.  The Orientation Night Schedule is as follows:

7:00-7:45 – Overview of Middle School Program
7:45-8:00 – Q&A Session
8:00-8:30 – Opportunity to tour the building

If you have questions, please contact BMS at 669-7750.

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Music Program Information for 6th Grade

musical notesFrom Mr. Wood, BMS Music Director:

This past week, your fifth grade child was fitted for an instrument at Georgetown.  The next step in getting your child ready to play an instrument is attending an informational meeting WITH YOUR CHILD next Wednesday, April 20 in the Baldwin St. Middle School cafeteria or Thursday, April 21 in the Riley St. Middle School cafeteria.  Both meetings start at 7:00 p.m. and should last no more than an hour.

Parents may come to either meeting regardless of which middle school they will be attending next fall.

Additional information about the band and orchestra programs will be presented as well as presentations from local music companies that will discuss rental and purchase options.  If your child is planning on participating next year and parents are not able to attend please contact one of the either director on the band sheet.

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Week 27 of School!

As you can see from the snapshot of the week ahead, spring is very busy for our 5th graders!   The S.A.V.E. (Substance Abuse Violence Education) Program is a shared partnership between HPS and the Ottawa County Sheriff’s Department.  Our laison officer, Sgt. Mike Petroelje, meets with our 5th graders each Wednesday to speak on and discuss health and government related issues.

On Thursday, our 5th graders spend walk to Baldwin Middle School to meet the principals and  tour the building to get a sense of what their lives will be like as sixth graders next year.

Finally, on Saturday morning, 5th graders will be serving breakfast at Vitale’s.  A portion of these earnings go toward 5th Grade Celebration.  If you have not turned in your pre-paid RSVP, you can take care of it by clicking on this link. Please come if you can.

Have a great week…and enjoy the sunshine when it appears!  Spring official begins at 7:21 pm tonight.

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A Heart Filled Week: Feb 14-17

We begin the week with Valentine’s Day and end with Winter Break!  Squeezed in between we have Marco’s Pizza Night and Donut Delivery Day. Could the week get any better than this?

Here is a snapshot of the events for the week ahead.

Remember:  No School on Friday (Teacher Record’s Day) and Monday (Winter Break Day for teachers and students).

Mrs. Reagan

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Want to buy some donuts?

kk loveThe money goes toward a fantastic cause:  5th Grade Celebration Fundraiser. On Thursday, February 17, you can purchase a donut at school.

And…..these aren’t just any donuts…their KRISPY KREMES!

These specialty GLAZED donuts can help you kick off your long winter break!

Complete this order form so we have your donuts ready on Thursday, Feb 17:  Georgetown 5th grade donut

  • $1/glazed Krispy Kreme Donut
  • $7 for One Dozen Donuts
  • $14/Partner Card = 12 dozen donuts.
  • Partner Card: $14/card which allows you to pick up 12 dozen donuts at any Krispy Kreme location! For the price of two dozen…you get 12 dozen! Best Deal!

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