2019-20 Theme
Send Me
Then I heard the voice of the Lord saying, “Whom shall I send? And who will go for us?”
And I said, “Here am I. Send me!”
Isaiah 6:8
*New families can find further information HERE.*
All-School
Absentee Reporting
Whenever your student is going to absent or late to school, please notify the school office. To notify the office, you may email attendance@zcs.org or leave a message on the attendance line 616-741-0051. When reporting your absence, please list your student’s name, grade, and teacher.
Activity Fees are now rolled into tuition. NO NEED TO WRITE A SEPERATE CHECK(s) ANYMORE!
Athletics
Please use the ZCS athletic webpage for schedule information.
Middle School Sailing through Holland Christian. NO PRIOR EXPERIENCE OR BOAT OWNERSHIP ARE NECESSARY. Practices are 3:30 - 6:00 on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday at Macatawa Bay Yacht Club. For more information, you can contact Carrie Traver, cktraver@gmail.com.
Busing
Building Security
All parents and visitors will need to sign in at the main office if they wish to enter the building during the day. All of our doors will still be open for arrival like normal in the mornings and locked for the rest of the day until dismissal. The only doors that will be open for dismissal will be the front doors (C, C1) and the preschool door (A) for preschool pickup and extended care.
Electronic Guest/Parent sign-in and out: All parents and guests need to go through a one-time registration process to be recognized in the sign-in system. If you did not complete the registration process last school year, please stop in the office during Summer Office hours and register. Taking 5 minutes to complete this process during the summer will make sign-in during the school year a breeze!
For preschool and kindergarten parents picking children up around noon, there will be more information coming in the next weeks from your child's teacher.
Drop Off/Pick Up
View School Parking Map
Preschool: Park in the small lot on the west side of the building or along Central Ave. and walk your child in and out of school.
K-5: Drop-off on the south side of Central Ave for entrance “C” or in the East parking lot by entrance “D.” Parking/Standing in the drop off area is not allowed. Use of the bus drive for drop off/pick up is not allowed.
6-8th: Drop-off in front of the ZCMS entrance, labeled “E.”
***Please be aware of our neighbors and be conscious not to block their driveways.***
Hot Lunch
Click here to access menus, pay hot lunch balances and access forms to apply for
Free/Reduced lunches.
Infinite Campus
The Infinite Campus Parent Portal allows parents to view their own child’s school records, anywhere, anytime through a secure web browser.
***New families: Fill out of the acceptable use policy and return to zcsinfo@zcs.org. Once this form is filled out the school office will be able to provide login information
Existing families: If you have misplaced/lost your username/password, please email
bvanginh@zps.org to have your password reset.
Meet-Your-Teacher
Come and go anytime between 4 pm - 6 pm on Aug. 21 for Y5-8th. Meet your child's teacher and bring in her/his school supplies. The school will not be open until 4 pm on this date. If you and your child/children are not able to participate in the open house between 4-6pm, please feel free to come to school a little early on Monday the 26th!
Opening Convocation
There will an all-school chapel at 9:00 am on Aug. 26, the first day of school. All parents, grandparents, and friends of ZCS are encouraged to attend.
Picture Days are scheduled for September 30 - Oct. 2 for Preschool - 8th grade.
A specific date for your child will be determined based on grade level and will be published as we get closer.
Envelopes for ordering will go home with your child.
You will also have online ordering abilities.
More details will be announced in future Blue Notes.
Moms in Prayer
What if you could change the world – not just for today but for generations to come? At Moms in Prayer International, we believe that a mom can be the single greatest force for good in the lives of her children and the children around her. Each week at Moms in Prayer, we focus on one attribute of God, silent confession. We conclude by focusing on, and specific prayer for children, teachers, and staff. At Zeeland Christian, there are three opportunities for you to join us.
Thursday 8:50am Wednesday 6-7am Wednesday 8:45-9: 45 am
ZCS Prayer Room Haven CRC Haven CRC
No childcare No childcare No childcare
Contact Erica Boerman for more information on Moms in Prayer boerman.erica@gmail.com
Information by Grade Level
Note: For all field trip drivers, we need to make a copy of your drivers license and proof of insurance. Please bring it to the front office at least 24 hours before you are to drive (needs to redone every year).
THREESCHOOL/PRESCHOOL
Meet-Your-Teacher - Aug. 27 & 28, 29 at 4-6:00 pm (reference summer email)
Parent Meeting(s) - Aug. 27 & 28 at 7pm (reference summer email)
Preschool Classroom Supplies
Each child needs to bring in three individual 4x6 pictures plus one family 4x6 pictures. These will be used by the teacher and not returned to you. Please have these ready at the parent meeting.
4-year-old students also need a 1" binder.
Families are encouraged to sign up for 1 or 2 classroom supplies at the parent meeting to provide for the preschool class (ex. pipe cleaners, Kleenex, hand soap, etc.) These items can be brought to school during the first week of class.
Extended Care is again offered for students in threeschool-5th grade. Childcare hours are available between 7:00 am-6:00 pm. Please register with or direct questions to Heather Mulder at extendedcare@zcs.org. She will also be available during the open house and preschool and kindergarten parent meetings to answer questions.
YOUNG FIVES
Parent Meeting - Aug. 19, 6 pm
Young Fives Bus Night - Aug. 21, 7 pm
Extended Care is again offered for students in threeschool-5th grade. Childcare hours are available between 7:00 am-6:00 pm. Please register with or direct questions to Heather Mulder at extendedcare@zcs.org. She will also be available during the open house and preschool and kindergarten parent meetings to answer questions.
KINDERGARTEN
Parent Meeting - Aug. 19, 6 pm
Bus Night - Aug. 21, 7 pm
Extended Care is again offered for students in threeschool-5th grade. Childcare hours are available between 7:00 am-6:00 pm. Please register with or direct questions to Heather Mulder at extendedcare@zcs.org. She will also be available during the open house and preschool and kindergarten parent meetings to answer questions.
1ST - 5TH GRADE
Parent Meeting(s) - Sept. 5 at 6pm or 6:45pm
Summer Reading Challenge bookmarks - return to classroom teacher first week of school.
Extended Care is again offered for students in threeschool-5th grade. Childcare hours are available between 7:00 am-6:00 pm. Please register with or direct questions to Heather Mulder at extendedcare@zcs.org. She will also be available during the open house and preschool and kindergarten parent meetings to answer questions.
MIDDLE SCHOOL
Parent Meetings - Sept. 10 at 6:00pm or 6:45pm
Music Options - We are excited to share with you some changes in Zeeland Christian’s fine arts programs. This coming year, for the first time, middle school students will be able to choose between three music classes. Reference email sent on Aug. 2.
If you have any questions, please email Middle School Principal, Chuck Commeret at ccommeret@zcs.org or Band Director, Mr. Schonewill at kschonewill@zcs.org.
Interested in hosting a Guatemalan student this fall?
Zeeland Christian School will welcome Guatemalan students to campus through the Faces and Our Cultures Exchange Program. We are in need of several host families for 7.5 weeks that would be willing to host these students while they attend classes at ZCS. The program has led to beautiful friendships and provided valuable cultural experiences for both the students and host families.
The Guatemalan students will arrive in mid-October and will return to Guatemala on December 10. Host families are responsible for providing lodging, meals, and welcoming the students into their homes and family life. If this sounds like an opportunity that your family would consider, please email Middle School Principal, Chuck Commeret at ccommeret@zcs.org
Technology
Please take a few minutes to complete the following FORMS. It would be a good idea to have your child do this with you.
All forms must be completed before students may take their laptop home.
HOLLAND CHRISTIAN FRESHMAN your information with come via the Maroon Messenger.
Important Dates
August 19
Kindergarten and Y5 Parents Meetings 6 pm
August 21
Y5-8 Meet-Your-Teacher 4-6pm
August 26
First Day of School!
Opening Convocation - All Families Welcome 9 am
August 27-28
Threeschool/Preschool Meet the Teacher Open House 4-6:00 pm
Threeschool/Preschool Parent Meetings 7 pm
August 30 - September 2
No School - Labor Day Vacation
September 4-6
Threeschool/Preschool Classes Begin
September 5
Elementary Parent Meetings 6 pm or 6:45
September 7
ZCS Golf Outing at Winding Creek Golf Club All skill levels welcome!
September 10
Middle School Parent Meetings 6 pm or 6:45 pm