Week of January 27 to 31

What We Learned this Week:

Bible: We concluded our unit on King Solomon this week. The students took the test, and we are looking forward to learning about the divided kingdom.

Math: The students practiced writing out equations to solve word problems.

Reading: This week, the students took time to think about the sections of their non-fiction books and what that particular section was teaching them. Then, they rehearsed how they would teach that information using an appropriate teaching voice and vocabulary to a classmate. The students concluded their lesson by actually teaching a partner new information they learned from reading their books. 

Writing: The students are researching their persuasive topics and are finding appropriate research articles to support their ideas. They are also writing micro-stories to use in their essays.

Spelling: Here is the link to next week's spelling list. 

Social Studies: The students have finished working on a Google Slide Presentation project. They are describing the location of the United States in spatial terms in addition to mentioning the natural and man-made characteristics. 

From the Office:

Ranch Hands

Would your family be interested in caring for our goats (the wonderful Rosie and Parker) and three chickens (Pearl, Opal, and Mera) on a Saturday or two this spring? It's a pretty simple task to be a ranch hand but does require knowledge of our barn/greenhouse locking system and feeding tasks. We are taking applications! Your child may write a note expressing interest on behalf of your family and bring to the office " applying" for the job! Or you can just email me of your interest at mrynsburger@hollandchristian.org We're looking for five families who respond first to pilot the family partnership. Thank you for embracing the joy our critters bring to the lives of our students!

Swimming Lessons

Our Holland Aquatic Center is providing swim lessons for us again this year! I recognize this program is new for some children and families. Because our children are blessed to be raised in Michigan, surrounded by bodies of water, we believe this safety instruction is a blessing that we pray they will never need but feel responsible to equip them. If you find yourself pondering over the “why” of lessons, please take a listen to HC mom Jenny White on the why for swim safety. HCAC Swim School welcome video will help you understand a bit about the logistics. Our 1st-4th graders will be bused to the pool each day the weeks of April 14-25.

  • 9-10am: 1st Grade

  • 10-11am: 4th Grade

  • 11am-12pm: 2nd Grade

  • 12:35-1:35pm: 3rd Grade

Save the Date: Spring Program

March 6 will be our Spring Program held at Christ Memorial from 6:30-7:30.  Your child's teacher will communicate more specifics to you soon.  We're excited to welcome you to an evening of community worship.


Upcoming Dates For Your Family Calendar: 

  • Winter Break - February 14 and 17

  • Spring Program - March 6 6:30-7:30

  • Parent/Teacher Conferences - Thursday, March 20 and Tuesday, March 25

  • Spring Break - April 4 - 13

  • Swim Lessons - April 14-25 -  

  • Tulip Time Parade - May 8


From the Spanish Department:

Lunar New Year Community Celebration- February 7 from 5:00-7:30pm at the Holland Fish and Game club. Come join us as we celebrate the Lunar New Year! All are invited to this family-friendly event. Enjoy cultural activities and food for purchase. (Crafts and games, Performances, Dragon dance, Red envelope give away and Asian food) 


The Spanish Immersion apparel store is now open!

We are excited to introduce to you the brand new HC Spanish Immersion apparel! We are partnering with Good Ink to bring you sweatshirts, t-shirts, hats, etc that you can purchase for yourself or your child. This is a wonderful opportunity to bring awareness about our program to the community and sport some fun HC gear! 


The store IS OPEN, January 17 thru February 2. 


Thank you for helping spread the word about our SI program through fun apparel and supporting our Spanish libraries! Orders ship 2-3 weeks after the store closes. Any questions please contact Dinah at dpereira@hollandchristian.org


https://goodink.com/collections/holland-christian-spanish-immersion


Happy Shopping! :)



Hillary and Isaac Klipp-Lopez surprised us with a visit on Monday! Isaac spent the day at school with his classmates. It was such a wonderful opportunity hearing about the work they are doing. Isaac enjoyed his day with his classmates, as well.













                   We learned about Martin Luther King Jr. and we created a bulletin board for the hallway.




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