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January
26 Evergreen Preschool & Kindergarten Open House, 6:00pm
29 First Semester Progress Reports come home
February
4 Coffee Connections, 8:00am
4 GRCES/Evergreen Rollerskating Party, 6-8pm
9 Culver's Night staffed by Evergreen
15-18 Flex/Enrichment Week
16 Culver's Night staffed by Iroquois
19-22 No School, Winter Break
Family Calendar 2016-17
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From the Principal
Progress reports will be sent home on Friday, January 29. Several revisions have been made to this reporting tool in an effort to more effectively communicate each student's learning progress. Please take time to read the letter accompanying your student's progress report as it includes important information regarding these revisions as well as changes to the grading scale. At Evergreen, we recognize each child as a unique and irreplaceable image bearer of God. A progress report, test score or any other assessment cannot fully encapsulate the complexity of the whole child. Please keep in mind that progress reports are one glimpse into your child's development. Parent-teacher conferences are scheduled for March but if you have any pressing questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact your child's teacher. We see Christian education as a partnership between home and school and we are privileged that you entrust your children to us at Evergreen. Thank you for your continued partnership. Grace and Peace,
Becky Werdon
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Evergreen News
Congratulations on raising over $500 for the Haiti Foundation Against Poverty at Movie Night last week. Thank you for your generosity Evergreen families!
Evergreen Preschool & Kindergarten Open House TONIGHT!
Tuesday, January 26, 6:00-8:00pm.
Current Families- TODAY is the last chance for pre-enrollment!!
Kindergarten and Preschool classes are filling and enrollment opens to new families tomorrow, so do not miss this opportunity to enroll early! You can pay the $80 pre-enrollment fee (for Preschool and Transitions only) online using a credit card. There is no fee to pre-enroll in Kindergarten. We encourage families to pre-enroll online, but paper forms are available in the school office.
If you have any questions or would like to schedule a tour, please contact Linda Vellenga, K-8 Admissions at (616)574-6015 or lvellenga@grcs.org or Lindsay Hart, Preschool Admissions at (616)574-6017 or lhart@grcs.org for assistance.
JUMP ROPE FOR HEART will be held at Evergreen Friday, February 12, 2016. Students in K-5 will participate in an afternoon of jump roping in the gym. We are supporting American Heart Association to help teach our students to take care of their hearts through Jump Rope for Heart. Look for more information coming home today. If you have any questions, email JoAnne Tousley at jtousley@grcs.org.
Enrichment Week
Evergreen's next Flex week is February 15-18. This is a week off from school unless you sign up for Enrichment. The theme for Enrichment is "Building STEAM". For more information on this 4-day Enrichment offering see the flyer that is coming home today. Payment and sign up are due by Tuesday, Feb. 9. Space will be limited, so sign up today!
Emergency School Closings
With winter weather right around the corner keep an eye out for Emergency school closings on the following radio and TV stations: WOOD AM 1300, and TV Channels 8 and 13. School Closings will also be posted on the front page of the school website www.grcs.org.
Text Alerts
School closings and other important information can be delivered by text notifications to your phone. To sign up for this free, safe and easy-to-use communication send a text to 81010 with the message @eggrcs or go to www.remind.com/join/egress
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Hot Lunch
Hot Lunch Benefits or Questions:
Daily Sack lunch Options: Monday: Nacho Bag - Tostitos Scoops, Cheese Cups, Salsa, GoGurt, Refried Beans, Fruit Tuesday: Trix for Kids - Trix Cereal, Trix Yogurt, Smiley Potatoes, Animal Crackers, Juice Wednesday: Turkey Sub Bag - Turkey & Cheese Mini Sub, Grapes, Mini Rice Krispie Treat Thursday: Warm Pretzel & Cheese - Pretzel, Cheese Sauce, Fresh Broccoli, Apple Slices, Danimals Yogurt Friday: Banana Split Cereal Bag - Coco Puffs, Strawberry Banana Yogurt, Sunflower Seeds, Pineapple Tidbits, Juice
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Mon 1/25
Orange Chicken Bowl, Rice,
Oriental Blend Vegetable,
Mandarin Oranges & Pineapple
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Waffles w/ Strawberries & Whipped Cream, Sausage Link,
Potato Wedge, Orange Wedges, Juice
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Wed 1/27
Sloppy Joe on a Bun with Chips, Fresh Carrots, Broccoli, Pickle Chips,
Fresh Grapes
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Thur 1/28
Rotini Beef Pasta, Garlic Bread, Romaine Garden Salad w/ Ranch, Italian Fruit Ice
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Fri 1/29
Domino's Pizza Day
Cheese Pizza, Fun Chips, Carrots, Broccoli, Celery w/ Ranch Dip, Apples, Oranges and Grape
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Mon 2/1
Mini Corn Dogs, Smiley Fries, Broccoli/Cauliflower
with Ranch, Peach Slices
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Breaded Chicken Drumstick, Whipped Potatoes, Gravy, Carrots, Dinner Roll, Grapes
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Wed 2/3
Soft Shell Taco w/ Beef, Lettuce, Salsa, Tomatoes, Cheese, Spanish Rice, Corn, Black Beans Cantaloupe
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Thur 2/4
Hamburger on a Bun, Cheese, Fun-sized Chip, Baked Beans, Fresh Strawberries
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Fri 2/5
Macaroni & Cheese, Steamed Broccoli, Fresh Carrots, Mini Chocolate Chip Muffin, Apple Slices
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Playground Duty
Your assistance is needed during recess from 12:05 p.m. - 12:30 p.m.
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Tues 1/26
Mark Stinton
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Wed 1/27
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Lisa VanArragon |
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Tues 2/2
Joanne Peterson |
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Lisa VanArragon |
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PTO Update
Skating Party
The next skating party will be on Thursday, February 4 from 6:00 - 8:00 pm at Woodland Skating Center. Admission is $5 and includes roller skates - roller blade rental is $2.00. Feel free to bring your own skates, however, Woodland Skating will need to inspect and approve them before you hit the floor. Please note that no chewing gum, no hats and no outside food and drink are allowed. What is allowed is fun, laughter and good times with the GRCES community! We hope to see you there!
Culver's Nights are Back!
The GRCES PTO is once again hosting Culver's community nights at the 2510 East Beltline SE location. A percentage of the night's sales will benefit the PTO.
- Tuesday, Feb. 9 Evergreen Staff Serves, 5-8pm
- Tuesday, Feb. 16 Iroquois Staff Serves, 5-8pm
Come to one, come to both. Dine in or drive-thru. See you at Culver's!
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GRCS Athletics
Spring Sports at GRCMS for Evergreen 5th Graders
GRCMS Spring Sports Registrations - Due Friday, February 12
- To sign up for baseball, girls soccer, softball, boys & girls swimming, or boys & girls track, click here.
- To sign up for GRCMS boys & girls tennis, click here. (We combine with Ada, Westside, and Rockford Christian schools for this team)
Please remember to sign up by Friday, February 12 . Sign ups are critical to determining how many coaches we hire and how many teams we will have. Late sign ups cannot be accepted. If you have any questions, please contact Kevin Broene, GRCMS Athletic Director, at kbroene@grcs.org.
Time to sign up for GRCS Spring Coed T-Ball
Welcome to GRCES T-Ball! This is a beginner level program for both boys and girls in preschool through first grade. Games are played on the Grand Rapids Elementary School field on Wednesday evenings and Saturday mornings. One rain date, May 18 is built into the program. Each player will receive a team shirt. Players must supply their own glove. Participants do not have to attend Grand Rapids Christian Schools. Volunteer coaches are needed. Out of respect to the older children, plan on playing within your child's appropriate age group.
Dates: April 20-May 14 (Raindate: May 18)
Day: Wednesdays and Saturdays
Site: Grand Rapids Christian Elementary School
Who: 4&5 yr olds Wednesdays 5:15-6:15pm and Saturdays 8:30-9:30am
6&7 yr olds Wednesdays 6:30-7:30pm and Saturdays 9:45-10:45am
Cost: $30
Equipment: Must bring your own glove (If in need, the Recreation Office has an extra)
Business Sponsorship for T-ball - $150 for your logo added to the back of the t-shirts. Email company logo to sboender@grcs.org and send check to Stacey Boender at GRC Elementary School, 1508 Alexander St. SE GR 49506.
- Coed T-ball - ages 4-7yrs
- Boys and Girls Tennis - grades 3rd-4th
- Boys and Girls Lacrosse - grades 3rd-8th
- Coed Speed and Agility - grades 3rd - 8th
- Session II begins Feb. 15, sign up soon.
We are in need of boys Lacrosse coaches. Please email sboender@grcs.org if interested.
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TRIP News
The TRIP (Tuition Reduction Incentive Program)
program is a great way to help reduce your tuition payment! For complete details and up to date information on vendors, visit the TRIP website at www.eagletrip.org.Hours
Instant TRIP hours are Wednesdays 7:30am-5pm at GRCES and Tuesdays 8-10am at RCS. You may also contact us with questions or requests for information at the TRIP office on Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays. Call 574-6030 or email info@eagletrip.org. Visit our website at www.eagletrip.org anytime for the most current information.
NEW GIFT CARD VENDORS (must order a week ahead):Houlihan's $25 - 8%
Krispy Kreme $10 - 8%
NEW VOUCHER VENDORS:
-Greenridge Realty, Diane J. Dykstra Ebbers - 14% of listing commission earned, based on full service listing agreement. Certain conditions apply. Visit www.greenridge.com/dianeebbers
New VIP Vendor
Ava Anderson Non Toxic - Leah DeKock.
Online Shopping & Mobile TRIP
Earn TRIP credit anytime, anywhere by setting up an account at www.ShopWithScrip.com. PrestoPay set-up also required for payment of online orders. You will be able to order e-cards in minutes or reload existing cards overnight (just minutes for ReloadNow brands) as well as pre-order plastic gift cards to pick up at our office. Purchase, manage and redeem your electronic cards on your mobile device. Visit www.eagletrip.org and scroll down to MOBILE TRIP and ONLINE ORDERING to learn more about our electronic options.
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GRCS News
GRCMS iXplore Fundraiser: Please consider donating used books, DVD's, board games and xbox games to GRCMS. The Gettysburg iXplore group will have a used book sale during the February parent teacher conferences to raise money for our trip. Anytime during school hours books can be dropped off by the PE office. If you have any questions, email JoAnne Tousley at jtousley@grcs.org or call 574-6372.
Parents of young students: Join us at this year's BlueBlack event at Long Road Distillers on Wednesday, February 3, 2016, at 6:30 pm. Tim Alles, parent of two Grand Rapids Christian Elementary students, will speak. BlueBlack is a social giving group which gets together to network, have fun, and strengthen ties with our schools. This year's event kicks off the 2nd annual Parent Giving Challenge happening during February. For more information or to RSVP, go to www.grcs.org/blueblack.
NEW 2 YOU
Don't forget to fulfill your family volunteer hours! If you selected the "required tuition" column on your school enrollment form, you have agreed to volunteer 3 hours at the store!
Please click below to sign up to sign up.
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Requested Announcements
Please note: Listing of the goods, services, and events here does not constitute the endorsement of the Grand Rapids Christian Schools.
Part Time Job Opening
A Café with three locations is looking for immediate part time help. No weekends, No holidays, No evenings. No food service background is required. A willingness to learn, reliable transportation, and self motivation necessary. Contact Jennifer@jprodigy390.com.
Coaching Vacancies
Kenowa Hills Public School is looking for a JV girls Tennis Coach and JV girls Softball Coach. Application deadline Feb. 1. Apply to Russ Gerbers at rgerbers@khps.org.
Come Join Us for Music and Motion: Each Thursday morning for 8 weeks from January 28 - March 17 this winter, Calvin Christian Reformed Church will have a 30 minute music and motion time for you and your children (newborn to preschooler). Following that, babysitting will be provided for fellowship time as moms. We will meet for conversation, coffee and prayer. Join us from 9:00-10:30 am at 700 Ethel Ave SE, Grand Rapids MI (616-451-8467).
Summer Camp at Camp Roger: Get outdoors, play hard, meet amazing counselors, make great friends, and know that you are loved by a God who is greater than you can imagine. It's time to register for 4-day and 8-day in-camp experiences for grades 1-9 and wilderness trips for grades 8-12. Camp Roger has been revealing God's love through experiences in God's world since 1913. Find out more and register at camproger.org.
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Other GRCS School Home Bulletins
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Grand Rapids Christian Elementary School
Evergreen Campus
1630 Griggs St SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49506
Phone: 616.574.5900 Fax: 616.574.5910
Principal - Becky Werdon - bwerdon@grcs.org
Secretary - Carrie Doezema - cdoezema@grcs.org
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