FRIDAY, FEB.

2 2018

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From Mr. Field:
“Better Together with Lunch Buddies”
IMPORTANT DATES:

Fri., Feb. 2 12:15 Early Release

Feb. 5&6 Winter Break - No

School

Thurs. Feb. 8 All School Skate - 6:30

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Tues. Feb. 13 Parent Club mtg 9AM

Wed. Feb 14 Count Day

This past Monday, 70 students from 4th and 5th grade and our
Wed, Feb 14 Valentine Parties
Upper CI (Cognitively Impaired) classroom gathered at Hudsonville
Sat. Feb 17 Father/Daughter Bowling Lanes to enjoy some time together bowling. This was just one of
many fun opportunities our general education students have to
Fri. Mar 9 12:15 Early Release partner together with students from our Upper CI classroom to enjoy
time together as “Lunch Buddies.” Through this reverse inclusion
program, general education students are able to be leaders and
SAVE THE DATE: help out at lunchtime and students from our CI classroom are given
Saturday, Feb. 17 Father/ the opportunity to share their interests and talents. During this time
Daughter Bowling. Sign ups together over their lunch hour, students from general education
will be next week. classrooms and Cl classrooms develop wonderful, authentic
relationships. This is another tangible way that our students are
living out our school wide theme of being “Better Together!”

I hope that all you enjoy the wonderful LONG extended weekend
over our winter break! We look forward to seeing everyone back on
Wednesday, February 7th!

Science - Technology - Engineering - Art - Math

STEAM Report - We have so much going on in each grade level in STEAM and it is hard to
share it all in a small little space. Click on the following link to check out what
each grade level is currently doing.
Ms. Mason - STEAM Teacher
 PreK/Kindergarten Enrollment Registration forms and additional information are available on our
website or at any of the elementary buildings.  If you are unsure of what building your child will attend, call
Robin at 669-1740, ext. 1.

HUDSONVILLE COMMUNITY EDUCATION

Please see the Hudsonville Community Education link at the school’s 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.

Food resources are available in Ottawa County, and it’s now easier than ever to find those resources online. Residents can search for
food pantries and community meals, either by date or location, at ottawafood.org/findfood. 

The Hudsonville Athletic Boosters are presenting the GMB/ Eagle 5k " Brian Carlson Memorial Run" on March 24, 2018 at 9am.
The event will take place at Hudsonville High School with the route running through the city of Hudsonville. Each year, the
Hudsonville Athletic Boosters seeks to supplement the athletics program with thousands of dollars through various fundraising
activities, including the GMB Eagle 5K, whose proceeds will go to athletic scholarships. As an organization, we give ten $1000
scholarships a year to outstanding student-athletes who are pursuing a college education.
.. 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 23 from 4-6pm 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 lots of post-race refreshments.

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 2018-2019 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 517-331-3460 or s.boucher@international-experience.net.  Sarah lives in Jenison and is close by to be of support throughout the
entire exchange experience.  You can view available students to host at www.iE-USA.org.

Practice being a strong family at the STRENGTHENING FAMILIES PROGRAM Attention, families with 10-14 year-olds!
Strengthen relationships and build communication during pre-teen years. Join us for this FREE 7-week program. Separate sessions
will be offered for parents and pre-teens/teens (ages 10-14) as well as combined family sessions. Free family dinner and childcare for
siblings (ages 1-9) are provided. WHEN: WHERE: TO REGISTER: Every Monday, February 5 - March 19 5:30 - 8:00pm
Sandy Hill Elementary School 1990 Baldwin Street, Jenison, MI*Please enter through the front doors and head to the library
Contact Howard Matthews at (616) 396-2301 ext. 145 or by email at hmatthews@arborcircle.org

 Michigan Fire Juniors ~ Sparks Program 2018 Spring Season

for ages 5 - 8 The Sparks program is the first step in the Michigan Fire Juniors soccer ladder. The program has been revamped for the
upcoming 2017-2018 season with a new curriculum designed to enhance player development and enjoyment. • On the field - To
develop intelligent players who can eventually progress into our MFJ select program with the correct tools and skills to perform. •
Off the field - To create a fun and safe environment that allows kids to have fun, make friends and want to continue to play soccer.
SPRING SEASON - $135 For More Information contact us at sparks@michiganfirejuniors.com

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