FRIDAY, FEB.

24 2017

Park Elem en tar y

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Parks Weekly Power Word: analyze
News from the Gym:
IMPORTANT DATES: Weve just finished up our Jump Rope For Heart event. The
kids did a great job with fundraising this year. We had more
Friday, Mar. 3 - 5th grade Read A Thon
students involved than ever before. We discussed how if
Sat., Mar. 4 - Daddy/Daughter Bowling people contribute a small about of time an effort that when we
combine it with others contributions, it turns something small
Fri., Mar. 10 - Early Dismissal 12:15 into something much larger. The students took this to heart
this year and amazingly, they set a new Jump Rope for Heart
Tues., Mar. 14- Park Parents Club Meeting @ 9 school record! This makes three years in a row that the
Thurs., March 16- Parent Club Skating Party 6:30-8:30
students of Park Elementary have set a new school record! Im
@Tarry Hall amazed at their caring hearts and impressed by the way they
put their love into action!
Mar. 17-27- Frandale Subsale Fundraiser
Ive been posting all of our events, schedules, due dates, and
Mar. 20 & 22 - Scholastic Book Fair
fun activities on the gyms Facebook page. If youre on
Mon., Mar. 20- Parent Teacher Conferences 4:30-8:30pm Facebook please check it out- https://m.facebook.com/
HPSParkPE/
Wed., Mar. 22- Parent Teacher Conferences 4:30-8:00pm
Mr. Beimers
Fri., Mar 31 - Start of Spring Break

A Note from Mr. Field:

Dear Parents,

This unseasonably warm weather has everyone thinking spring! Before we jump fully into actual spring time,
we have the exciting month of March. Each year this month is dedicated as March is Reading Month. To
celebrate this special time of year, our staff has created a month- long schedule of daily activities for students to
engage in that are focused on reading. On the attached calendar you will find that Fridays activities are
highlighted in yellow and involve fun dress-up opportunities. Youll also find that weve included creative home
reading opportunities for the weekend as well.
Here are the activities that are coming up in the next two weeks...

Happy Reading!
 2/24/17 PG. 2

Park M-STEP Testing Schedule

Here is our annual state testing schedule for the M-STEP this spring. Please make every effort to ensure that your student is at
school on these dates by avoiding scheduling doctors appointments and vacations on the following dates:
5th Grade - April 11,12,3 18, 19,20 3rd Grade - May 2-5 4th Grade - May 9,10, 11, 16, 18
Thank you for your partnership with us! This can often be a time where students' anxieties are risen and because of this our staff
is intentionally keeping this testing time "low-key" and we are continually sharing with students that we are proud of them for
putting forth their best personal effort each day. Please pass along our praise to our 3rd-5th grade students!

NEW BUS POLICY: Due to safety and legal reasons students will not be able to bring anything that is not tied down
or held in the lap on the bus. Examples could be extra sports equipment, skateboards, lacrosse sticks etc.. The bus
driver will ask that the items are to be left behind and will not wait for students to bring them back to their homes.
Please do not allow your child to bring any of these type items on the bus or to the bus stop.
Thank you, The Transportation Department

The Hudsonville Athletic Boosters are presenting the GMB/ Eagle 5k " Brian Carlson Memorial Run" on March 25, 2017 at
9am. The event will take place at Hudsonville High School with the route running through the city of Hudsonville. Special guest
speaker this year will be Rebecca Cruttenden speaking at 8:30am in the gym. Rebecca is the founder and director of the Team
Orphans and the owner of Clara Cookies. She is also a mother of three adopted children and a 6 time Ironman finisher. Be sure to
check her out on our website. Come and hear Rebecca's story and see why she is so passionate about helping others. .. Be sure to
sign up on line at www.classicrace.com or visit our website www.hudsonville5k.com for more information and registration. Online
registration only. Packet pickup and late registration will be at Harvest Health March 24 from 4-7pm and Race day morning from
7am to 8:50am. Be sure to check out and LIKE our Facebook page (GMB Eagle 5k race) also for all updates. All runners will receive

HUDSONVILLE COMMUNITY EDUCATION

Please see the Hudsonville Community Education link on the schools website at www.hudsonvillepublicschools.org or call 669-7747, ext. #3 for
information regarding all the activities being offered.

COMMUNITY BULLETIN BOARD

*These activities and promotions are NOT sponsored by Hudsonville Public Schools. Activities and promotions are posted as a service to the HPS Community.

Borculo Chr. School Spring Kids Clothing and Toy Sale will be held on Saturday, March 11, 2017 from 9 am - noon at the school - 6830 96th Ave, Zeeland. If you
are interested in being a seller, please contact us at bcsclothingsale@borculochrschool.org for more information. Hope to see you there!

Bring the world to your doorstep! International Experience (iE-USA) is a non-profit high school student exchange organization, and we are seeking host families
for the 2017-2018 school year. Students provide their own spending money to cover personal, school, sports, and recreation expenses, their own health insurance, and a
desire to become part of your family. Host families provide a safe and caring home, three meals per day, local transportation, and a quiet place to study. Would you
consider learning about the opportunity to open your heart and home to an exchange student? Please contact local coordinator Sarah Boucher at 507-403-3544or
s.boucher@international-experience.net. experience. You can view available Holy Cross Lutheran Church Kids Spring/Summer Sale (1481 Baldwin St, Jenison)

Holy Cross Lutheran Church Kids Spring/Summer Sale (1481 Baldwin St, Jenison) *Clothing and shoes baby-teen, maternity, baby items, outdoor items, books/
games/puzzles/movies, room decor, sports equipment, and lots of toys *Friday March 17th 9am -3p *Saturday March 18th 9am-1pm (Half Off Sale) *Free admission
*Sale proceeds help fund youth summer mission trips

Mom 2 Mom Sale! Presented by Hudsonville High Schools Eagle Renaissance Program 9am - 12pm on Saturday, March 11, 2017 Hudsonville Freshman Campus
3370 Allen St. Hudsonville, MI 49426 Admission: $2 Strollers Welcome All Hours Childrens Items + Maternity Items + Big Ticket Childrens Items for sale! Vendors
too! We appreciate your support for our Eagle Renaissance Program! All proceeds from this fundraiser will support our Renaissance Program in its efforts to
encourage improved academic performance + a stronger Hudsonville Eagle culture! Email if you would like to rent a table. mjesky@hpseagles.net

Sign Up for Spring Girls Lacrosse! Registration is now open for the Hudsonville Youth Lacrosse Spring Season! Girls -Grades 5-8th will play for Hudsonville against teams from
other communities in a Spring outdoor season.-Practices begin Late-March, Games begin after Spring Break (no practices over Spring Break) -New players are welcome. This is
a great time to start playing the fast-growing sport of lacrosse.Registration is open! For more team information or to contact one of our coaches, visit our team website
at:www.hudsonvillegirlslax.com

The Heritage Christian School Spring Children's Clothing Sale will be held on Saturday, March 11 from 9:00 - 12:00. Come shop the great collection of infant to teen clothing,
outdoor/indoor toys, books, games, shoes, baby equipment, maternity, and more. Delicious baked goods are also for sale! Located in the large gym at Heritage Christian at 6340
Autumn Dr., Hudsonville. Hope to see you there!

Hudsonville Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age height, weight, marital status, handicap, disability, or limited English proficiency in any of its programs or
activities. The following office has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies: Personnel Director, Hudsonville Public Schools 3886 VanBuren, Hudsonville, MI 49426 (616) 669-174