Weekly Newsletter HMS: Week of May 19th

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

This week:

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

• MAY 20: HHS Cheer visit during lunch- 12-12:45

• MAY 21ST: MAP Reward Day- May 21st 7th hour

MAY

• May 26: no school 

• May 28: 8th grades to Michigan Adventures  

• May 29: Volunteer Appreciation Donuts and Coffee 7:30-7:50- INFO BEING EMAILED OUT

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

• May 30: 8th Grade Dance

JUNE

• June 2: SUMMER SUPPORT FAIR!  SEE INFO BELOW

• June 4: 8th Grade Awards

HMS Summer Support Fair

WHERE: Holland Middle School Parking Lot 

WHEN: June 2nd  @ 2:30-4:30

Take-home learning kits 

Summer reading lists & digital resources

Sign-up for library cards, online tools, or summer programs

Face paint and kids crafts

And more!

8TH GRADE EVENTS!

May 28: 8th grades to Michigan Adventures  

May 30: 8th Grade Dance 7-9 PM SNEAKER BALL- TICKETS SOLD THIS WEEK FOR $5

June 4: 8th Grade Awards @ 9:00AM

8th Grade Parents:

1. We still need a few items donated for the 8th grade farewell dance.  Please consider helping…  Here is the sign-up link :Dance Donations and Chaperones

2. The Michigan Adventure Trip is on May 28.  On the day of the trip we will not return to school until approximately 5:15pm.  There will NOT be transportation home provided.  PLEASE plan ahead to ensure that your child has a ride when we get back to school.  

3. The results of the PSAT test should be coming out this week to your child’s online account.  We worked with your child to create an account (where they will be able to view the results) during Advisory this week.  This is the website to login to that account https://www.collegeboard.org/.  Your child should have created the account using their school email address for their username and their school password with an exclamation point added at the end as their password.  Feel free to reach out to Mrs. Legg or Mr. Koessel if you are struggling to help your child login to their account or if you have questions.  

6th and 7th Grade Parents:

Last week and this week, HMS counselors met with all current 6th & 7th graders to select elective classes for next year. Please ask your child what they chose! Course options are available at this link for your review. If you'd like to request changes, contact your child’s counselor by June 5:

• A–L: Karen Legg – klegg@hollandpublicschools.org
  
  

• M–Z: Nick Koessel – nkoessel@hollandpublicschools.org

****Changes after June 5 may be limited due to class availability so please do not wait until the fall to change your class choices.

Summer Opportunities: 

Culture Works: 

CultureWorks Open House Registration Nights

24 W. 6th Street Holland, MI

May 19 and May 22, 6:30-8:00 PM

Drop by, check out our studio, meet some of our instructors, and get help registering for our free summer art classes! We’ll have activities available for kids and teens while parents work on registering for classes.

Students can also register online at https://cultureworks.coursestorm.com/ or give us a call at 616-377-8466 if they need help.

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 (7-9pm at HMS)

8th Grade Graduation- June 4th (8:30-10:30 at HMS)

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.