Weekly Newsletter HMS: Week of April 28th

It’s time to register for 25-26 school year. This helps us create class lists, update contact info, and build bus routes. It’ll only take you a few minutes. REGISTER

Check out all the fun occurring in HPS schools! 

• Registration | Block Party
• 25-26 Calendar
• Tulip Time | Costume Rental
• Anne Frank Exhibit

https://www.hollandpublicschools.org/our-schools/____

MAY

• May 1: MAP Reading 

• May 2: Pep Assembly for spring sports (WEDNESDAY SCHEDULE)

• May 6: 6th grade field trip to John Ball Zoo  

• May 7: MAP MATH (ALTERNATE SCHEDULE)

• May 8: ½ day Tulip Time 

• May 12: Choir Concert 6-8 at HHS 7:00

• May 19: Orchestra Concert 6-12 at HHS 7:00pm

• MOVED to  May 29: Band Concert 6

• May 26: no school 

• May 28: 8th grades to Michigan Adventures  (DAVIS= admin)

• May 29: 

  • Parent Appreciation Donuts and Coffee 7:30-7:50

  • Band Concert 7-8th HHS 7:00pm

  • MOVED May 29: Band Concert 6,7, 8 at HHS 7:00pm

• May 30: 8th Grade Dance ( DAVIS= admin)

JUNE

• June 2: Parent Engagement afterschool event RESCHEDULED 2:45-4:45  (Focus is how to help your student over the summer!)

• June 4: 8th Grade Awards

Summer Opportunities: 

STEP UP SUMMER CAMP: 

 June 16-July 31st, Monday-Thursday 8:30am-12:45pm, (no camp June 30th-July 3rd). Free breakfast and lunch each camp day. This free 6 week camp will focus on science that includes enrichment activities based/focused on leadership, community engagement, visual and performing arts, literacy, STEM and recreational activities, and will include some field trips and college visits. Application: https://forms.gle/S7jNrvF6YD8V59gb6

Escape Summer Bridge- for 8th graders entering 9th in 25-26 school year

As one of our top school partners, I wanted to reach out to share an exciting summer opportunity with you. We are currently hiring summer school teachers for our Summer Bridge Program, which focuses on preparing 8th grade students for their transition into 9th grade. 

We’re looking for two dedicated educators who are passionate about helping students succeed as they get ready for high school. If you know of any amazing staff / colleagues who might be interested in joining our team for the summer, we would love for you to pass this opportunity along. The link to apply

ESCAPE JOBS

Applications are open for Escape's Career Connections summer jobs program, a fun and purposeful way for youth ages 14-17 and adult team leaders to spend the summer!  APPLY

8th Grade Events for the Remainder of the Year

Michigan Adventures Field Trip- May 28

8th Grade Dance- May 30th

8th Grade Graduation- June 4th

Nurses Corner:

As Spring Break approaches, it is crucial to be aware of Measles, a highly contagious viral illness.  Measles spreads easily through the air when an infected person breathes, coughs, or sneezes. It can stay in the air for up to two hours after an infected person leaves, continuing to infect others. Symptoms typically begin 7–14 days after exposure, though they can surface as late as 21 days after exposure, and may include:

• High fever (may spike to over 104°F)

• Cough

• Runny nose

• Red, watery eyes (conjunctivitis)

• Tiny white spots on the inner cheeks, gums and roof of mouth (Koplik Spots) 2-3 days after symptoms begin

• A rash that is red, raised, blotchy; usually starts on face, spreads to trunk, arms and legs 3-5 days after symptoms begin

Anyone experiencing symptoms is urged to call their healthcare provider before seeking in-person care to prevent further spread.   The CDC recommends being fully vaccinated against measles for at least two weeks before international travel.  

For more information on measles, please visit the MDHHS website.