BLUE NOTE

2026-27 EDITION No. 01 | PUBLISHED WEEKLY ON WEDNESDAYS | BURN BRIGHT

Upcoming Calendar Dates //

  • September 1, 2026  4:00 pm - 5:30 pm | Meet Your Teacher: Preschool // Creation Ridge

  • September 1, 2026  6:30 pm - 8:15 pm | Parent Meetings: Preschool // Creation Ridge

  • September 1, 2026 | NO Busing

  • September 2, 2026  4:00 pm - 6:00 pm | Meet Your Teacher: Preschool // Central Ave.

  • September 2, 2026  6:30 pm - 7:30 pm | Parent Meetings: Preschool // Central Ave.

  • September 3, 2026 | 8th Grade Leadership Day

  • September 4, 2026 | No School // Labor Day

  • September 7, 2026 | No School // Labor Day

  • September 8, 2026  9:00 am - 9:15 am | First Day of Preschool Prayer Time for Parents, Guardians, and Grandparents (Central Ave. & Creation Ridge)

  • September 8, 2026 | Preschool First Day of School

  • September 9, 2026  9:00 am - 9:15 am | First Day of Preschool Prayer Time for Parents, Guardians, and Grandparents (Central Ave. & Creation Ridge)

  • September 9, 2026  6:00 pm - 6:30 pm | Parent Meetings: 1st-5th Grade: With Individual Classroom Teacher

  • September 9, 2026  6:35 pm - 6:55 pm | Parent Meetings: 1st-5th Grade: ALL Parents in Gym with Elementary Principal Armas

  • September 9, 2026  7:00 pm - 7:30 pm | Parent Meetings: 1st -5th Grade: With Individual Classroom Teacher

  • September 10, 2026 | 6th Grade Overnight Camp

  • September 10, 2026 | 7th Grade Overnight Camp

  • September 11, 2026 | 6th Grade Overnight Camp

  • September 11, 2026 | 7th Grade Overnight Camp

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Blue Note Blurb //

Tonight, as we celebrate the Class of 2026, we give thanks for the ways God has worked in and through these students during their years at Zeeland Christian School.

Our graduates leave ZCS not simply with knowledge but as young women and men equipped to continue learning, growing, and responding to God's call on their lives. Throughout their time here, they have demonstrated curiosity in the classroom, joy in community, leadership in service, and faith in action.

Here are a few quotes reflecting on their time at ZCS:

What is your favorite memory from your time at ZCS?

“The 7th-grade campfire at Camp Roger, where we all shared really hard moments in the dark night and all comforted each other and cried together, knowing God was truly with us.”

“I know I have had MANY great memories here; it's just so hard to pick a favorite from the 11 years I've been going to this school. I'd say the one I will never forget is the musical. So, so, so much fun getting to know more people and being part of it.”

“The Middle School Tug of War!”

In what ways has your time at ZCS influenced your walk with God?  

“ZCS has influenced my walk by providing Christian teachers and friends who help me. They help me by guiding me in the way God wants me to go, and they show me the love of God.”

“Well, let's just say I wouldn't be where I am in my walk with Jesus without the role models and people who helped me through my journey.”

“Middle school chapels were one of my favorite experiences because they helped me grow closer to God. Worshiping alongside friends and hearing how God has worked in others' lives was both inspiring and impactful. It was truly an unforgettable experience that strengthened my faith.”

Congratulations, ZCS Class of 2026! We are grateful for each of you, proud of who you are becoming, and excited to see how God will continue to work through your lives.

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Blue Note News //

Sept. 01, 2026 //

// NEW INFORMATION //

Parking Update// Please keep handicapped parking spaces accessible for vehicles displaying a handicap placard or plate. This includes drop off and pick up times. Please be aware and stay clear of our new crosswalks near Lindy and across from the preschool lot. We need to keep that area open to maintain visibility for both pedestrians and drivers. 

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Save the Date!  October 9, 2026  ZCS Walk-a-thon

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MS Robotics/ / We are excited to be starting our 2026 season of FIRST Robotics at Zeeland Christian Middle School.  The FIRST Robotics Team is open to 6th-8th Grade Students that are interested in learning about Engineering Design and Programming.  Students will work alongside industry professionals to learn basic engineering skills.  Robotics is a Fall Activity that will meet twice a week.  For more information or to inquire about signing up, please visit our team website at: https://team107robotics.weebly.com/middle-school-teams.html.  We will be closing the sign up form Wednesday, September 9th at 5:00pm.  Please note that space is limited and priority for joining the team will be given to past students first.

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Parent Book Discussion // ZCS Parents, join us for a discussion on the book “The Tech Wise Family” by Andy Crouch on September 15 at 7pm in the media center. Bring a friend, meet other parents! If you don’t get through the whole book, come anyways! Snacks provided. Please fill out this form if you’re planning to join us!

https://forms.gle/s8Wyip4RB44WKgJ39

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Nurse Fun Run // Holland Hospital invites all students, families, friends and faculty to join us for the 14th annual School Nurse Fun Run at Kollen Park (new location) on Thu, Oct 1, at 6 PM.

This non-competitive event is for everyone, at any fitness level, offering both a 5K run route and 1.5 mile walk/run route.Students can enter the Fun Run for FREE by making a goal to improve their health. This could be a physical challenge, a change in eating habits, or starting a new wellness activity. Use code at checkout: funrun26

Register by Sep 7 to vote for the 2026 Fun Run shirt color & guarantee a shirt!

Online registration closes on September 28th. Walk-in registration will be available at the event starting at 5 PM. Sign up ASAP to guarantee a t-shirt.

Register: https://runsignup.com/Race/MI/Holland/SchoolNurse5KRunwalk

Facebook event: https://www.facebook.com/events/1452309953324968

Event webpage: https://www.hollandhospital.org/schoolnurserun

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Unified Soccer// Unified Sports is a program through Special Olympics that brings students with and without intellectual or developmental disabilities together on the same team.

  • Athletes: Students with intellectual or developmental disabilities

  • Unified Partners: Students without disabilities who play alongside athletes as teammates

This program builds friendships, promotes inclusion, and helps students grow through shared experiences in sports.

If you are interested in learning more about how to get your child involved with this program please fill out our interest form (https://forms.gle/TFNCvtBpoeKD3rCm9) or email Molly Litty at mlitty@zcs.org

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Odyssey of the Mind Coaches Needed// Zeeland Christian School is seeking two energetic and creative Elementary Odyssey of the Mind (OM) Coaches for the 2026–2027 school year. As a paid coach, you will guide a team of elementary students through spontaneous and long-term creative problem-solving challenges, fostering teamwork, critical thinking, and innovation. Please contact Kristi Van Dyk (kvandyk@zcs.org) for more information.

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 // REPEAT //

Reminder // Illness/Sickness Policy: When To Keep Your Child Home

  • A fever of 100 degrees or higher:  Your child must be fever-free for 24 hours without fever-reducing medicine before returning to school.
  • Vomiting and/or diarrhea:  Your child must be free of vomiting/diarrhea for 24 hours before returning to school.
  • A child that seems ill: If your child seems unusually tired, pale, difficult to wake, has a headache or body aches, is confused or irritable, and/or lacks a normal appetite, please keep him/her home. Your child must be symptom free for 24 hours before returning to school.

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REMINDER: ZCS Apparel Store is NOW ALWAYS OPEN

Orders are processed on the 15th and 30th of each month. https://zeelandchristian.deco-schools.com/

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSOR

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ZCS VOLUNTEER & EMPLOYMENT //

VOLUNTEER // TRIP would like a couple more volunteers to sell Instant TRIP on Friday mornings.  If interested contact Deb at 616-879-0398.

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