News from Admissions & Enrollment // 

Preschool Enrollment for 2025-26 // Preschool enrollment is just around the corner! Please take note of the upcoming dates and share the open enrollment dates with friends and family.

January 21 – January 24, 2025 | 10AM Open/10AM Close
Preschool Early Enrollment – Priority 1 // Current ZCS Y5-8th Families & Staff

January 23 – January 27, 2025 | 10AM Open/10AM Close
Preschool Early Enrollment – Priority 2 // Current ZCS Preschool Families

January 28 – January 31, 2025 | 10AM Open/10AM Close
Preschool Open Enrollment –  Priority 3 // New to ZCS Families

Elementary Enrollment is NOW OPEN // Please share with family and friends that the 2025-26 school enrollment is now open. Visit zcs.org/apply or email our Admissions & Enrollment team for more information at admissions@zcs.org 

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SAFETY REMINDER // Parents, please remember there are NO LEFT turns onto Central Ave. from either the preschool or the gym parking lots. Traffic flow and safety are compromised when this is not followed. Thank you.

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Snow Much Fun // We are excited that elementary students have earned another Burn Bright celebration! They worked hard to earn tickets for choosing respect, responsibility, and safety, and their next party will be SNOW Much Fun!!! Our celebration will be this Thursday morning, Jan 16, for 1-5th, and Fri morning, Jan 17, for Y5-1st. We'll enjoy sledding, snow painting, building snow creations, and more! Kids may wear cozy winter pajamas and come with snow clothes in order to have FUN outside in the snow this week, Thursday and Friday. 

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Lunar New Year Celebration //  Everyone is invited to come celebrate the Lunar New Year on Friday, February 7 from 5-7:30pm at the Holland Fish and Game Club.  Enjoy cultural activities and food (available for purchase) at this family friendly community event. 

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Apparel Orders // have arrived and may be picked up in the school office during regular business hours! 

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All School Chapel Pre-Registration // You may pre-register for January 24 all school chapel here. Pre-Registration is open to visitors who have signed in at the Raptor kiosk previously with their drivers license. Registration will close at 5PM on January 22, 2025

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Pastor Appreciation Breakfast // We are delighted to host another of Pastor Appreciation Breakfast! Printed invitations will be in students’ backpacks starting this week! Please be sure to invite your pastor for breakfast & chapel on February 21, 2025, and have them register here.

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Annual Auction // Get ready for the 37th Annual Auction at ZCS! The in-person auction is more than just a night out—it’s a chance to make a lasting impact. All proceeds support the Burn Bright Fund, Zeeland Christian’s Annual Fund, which directly meets the needs of our students and paves the way for future generations.

In-Person Auction: March 20, 2025 6pm: Register Here

Online Auction: March 5- March 19, 2025: Create or update your account now!

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Philippines Pasalubong // Pasalubong is a Filipino tradition where loved ones who travel abroad bring gifts back home for their family and friends. It's often phrased as "something for when you welcome me." 13 ZCMS students and alumni will leave March 26 and be warmly welcomed by our friends at Grace Community Christian School. They'd love to bring Pasalubong from the entire ZCS community. Would you consider helping them make this tradition a reality? 

You can help by signing up to purchase items from their gift wish list here. These items can be brought into school and left in the care of Mrs. Van Dyk. You could make a charitable donation - marked for Philippines Pasalubong -  and our team will complete the shopping for you! 

Thank you for helping us bring joy and follow culture tradition as we embark on this adventure.

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Faces & Our Cultures Summer Program 2025, is a unique cultural exchange opportunity that we are thrilled to offer to our community. As you may know, from October through December, our school hosted two students from Guatemala who participated in school activities and stayed with host families. We are now delighted to extend this experience to our students and their families! Dates for the program are flexible, with 2- to 8-week options available in June and July 2025.

If interested, read this INFORMATION sheet for more details!

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Do you know anyone who would like to sub at ZCS? We are in desperate need of subs and could use your help spreading the word! Make $122.50/day and get FREE LUNCH! An educational degree is not required. HERE is a link to our online application. Questions? Email lhoekwater@zcs.org.

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News from Admissions & Enrollment // 

REMINDER! Elementary Enrollment // Staff and current families needing to enroll new Y5s or Kindergarten students for 2025-26, if you haven’t already done so, please contact our Director of Admissions & Enrollment, Natalia McGowen nmcgowen@zcs.org to enroll your new-to-ZCS elementary student. 

Elementary Enrollment is NOW OPEN // Please share with family and friends that the 2025-26 school enrollment is now open. Visit zcs.org/apply or email our Admissions & Enrollment team for more information at admissions@zcs.org 

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All School Chapel Pre-Registration // You may pre-register for January 24 all school chapel here. Pre-Registration is open to visitors who have signed in at the Raptor kiosk previously with their drivers license. Registration will close at 5PM on January 22, 2025

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Lunar New Year Celebration //  Everyone is invited to come celebrate the Lunar New Year on Friday, February 7 from 5-7:30pm at the Holland Fish and Game Club.  Enjoy cultural activities and food (available for purchase) at this family friendly community event. 

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Apparel Orders // have arrived and may be picked up in the school office during regular business hours! 

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Faces & Our Cultures Summer Program 2025, is a unique cultural exchange opportunity that we are thrilled to offer to our community. As you may know, from October through December, our school hosted two students from Guatemala who participated in school activities and stayed with host families. We are now delighted to extend this experience to our students and their families! Dates for the program are flexible, with 2- to 8-week options available in June and July 2025.

If interested, read this INFORMATION sheet for more details!

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Do you know anyone who would like to sub at ZCS? We are in desperate need of subs and could use your help spreading the word! Make $122.50/day and get FREE LUNCH! An educational degree is not required. HERE is a link to our online application. Questions? Email lhoekwater@zcs.org.

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The 2025 CHAMPS Coupon Book is ready for purchase! You can view a sample of the completed 2025 CHAMPS coupon book here. In addition to the lakeshore coupons regularly found in the CHAMPS Coupon Book, there are regional and national discounts as well. Each purchased book comes with a free activation code for 12 months of mobile app coupons for the greater Holland area, as well as across the US based on your location.  Earn at least your $30 purchase back in only a handful of uses with discounts found in the book and through the mobile app.

CHAMPS Coupon Books are available at Quality Car Wash locations, Russ’ Restaurant locations, Community Restaurant, school offices and Ditto. You can also purchase your CHAMPS Coupon Book through HCS or ZCS TRIP to receive 10% back on your tuition. 2025 coupons are valid from when the book is purchased through December 31, 2025. The coupon book sale raises significant funds to directly benefit our middle school and high school student-athletes. Thank you for supporting athletics at both Holland Christian and Zeeland Christian Schools through the purchase of a 2025 CHAMPS Coupon Book!

News from Admissions & Enrollment // 

REMINDER! Elementary Enrollment // Staff and current families needing to enroll new Y5s or Kindergarten students for 2025-26, if you haven’t already done so, please contact our Director of Admissions & Enrollment, Natalia McGowen nmcgowen@zcs.org to enroll your new-to-ZCS elementary student. 

Elementary Enrollment is NOW OPEN // Please share with family and friends that the 2025-26 school enrollment is now open. Visit zcs.org/apply or email our Admissions & Enrollment team for more information at admissions@zcs.org 

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Lost and Found // All lost and found items have been placed in the school lobby. At the end of the school day on December 20, all items will be collected and donated. 

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Staff Wish List // Would you like to go above and beyond for a teacher who goes above and beyond? We ask our teachers to fill out a wish list so that you can bless them with specific items they’d like for their classrooms. Check out the wish list here. The wish list will continue to be updated as teachers send us items.

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Jingle Jog // Christmas music, Christmas decorations, festive-looking runners, and jingling through the gym and halls! Parents and grandparents are welcome to come and cheer on their runners. We'd also like to be able to once again bless our sister school in the Philippines through this year's jog. Look for more information to come home regarding donations and schedules. Thank you for your support! Check out the schedule HERE! 

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All School Chapel Pre-Registration // You may pre-register for December 20, 2024 all school chapel here. Pre-Registration is open to visitors who have signed in at the Raptor kiosk previously with their drivers license. Registration will close at 5PM on December 18, 2024. 

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Food Service Employment// ZCS hot lunch program is looking for a Monday food prep staff person. The position is currently only on Mondays, however may have some occasional sub opportunities.  For more info, email nmichaels@hollandchristian.org. Please provide your phone number and what appeals about the position in your reply.   

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Lunar New Year Celebration//  Everyone is invited to come celebrate the Lunar New Year on Friday, February 7 from 5-7:30pm at the Holland Fish and Game Club.  Enjoy cultural activities and food (available for purchase) at this family friendly community event. 

_________________________

Faces & Our Cultures Summer Program 2025, is a unique cultural exchange opportunity that we are thrilled to offer to our community. As you may know, from October through December, our school hosted two students from Guatemala who participated in school activities and stayed with host families. We are now delighted to extend this experience to our students and their families! Dates for the program are flexible, with 2- to 8-week options available in June and July 2025.

If interested, read this INFORMATION sheet for more details!

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TRIP over the Holidays // Orders placed between December 11 and 17 (at 11 AM) will be available for pick up on January 7.  All orders placed after 11 AM on the 17th will be available on January 14.  Still need gift cards for Christmas?  You may still reload cards and purchase ecards for immediate use!  

Instant TRIP is available on December 13 and 20 from 8:00-9:30AM in the Main Office.  

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Do you know anyone who would like to sub at ZCS? We are in desperate need of subs and could use your help spreading the word! Make $122.50/day and get FREE LUNCH! An educational degree is not required. HERE is a link to our online application. Questions? Email lhoekwater@zcs.org.

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The 2025 CHAMPS Coupon Book is ready for purchase! You can view a sample of the completed 2025 CHAMPS coupon book here. In addition to the lakeshore coupons regularly found in the CHAMPS Coupon Book, there are regional and national discounts as well. Each purchased book comes with a free activation code for 12 months of mobile app coupons for the greater Holland area, as well as across the US based on your location.  Earn at least your $30 purchase back in only a handful of uses with discounts found in the book and through the mobile app.

CHAMPS Coupon Books are available at Quality Car Wash locations, Russ’ Restaurant locations, Community Restaurant, school offices and Ditto. You can also purchase your CHAMPS Coupon Book through HCS or ZCS TRIP to receive 10% back on your tuition. 2025 coupons are valid from when the book is purchased through December 31, 2025. The coupon book sale raises significant funds to directly benefit our middle school and high school student-athletes. Thank you for supporting athletics at both Holland Christian and Zeeland Christian Schools through the purchase of a 2025 CHAMPS Coupon Book!

News from Admissions & Enrollment // 

REMINDER! Elementary Early Enrollment // Staff and current families needing to enroll new Y5s or Kindergarten students for 2025-26, early enrollment is December is 3-6, so you have priority to Pick Your Program before it opens to the public. Pick your program during this period and receive a free gift. 

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Gift Sale Items and Prizes // are on the table in the main lobby.  Please come and pick up your items ASAP!!  

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Lost and Found // All lost and found items will be placed on tables in the lobby starting Monday, December 16. After school on December 20 all items will be collected and donated. 

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Staff Wish List // Would you like to go above and beyond for a teacher who goes above and beyond? We ask our teachers to fill out a wish list so that you can bless them with specific items they’d like for their classrooms. Check out the wish list here. The wish list will continue to be updated as teachers send us items.

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Jingle Jog is happening! Christmas music, Christmas decorations, festive-looking runners, and jingling through the gym and halls! Parents and grandparents are welcome to come and cheer on their runners. We'd also like to be able to once again bless our sister school in the Philippines through this year's jog. Look for more information to come home regarding donations and schedules. Thank you for your support! Check out the schedule HERE! 

Parents/Grandparents and friends if you are attending the Jingle Jog and have signed in at the office with your license before you may pre-register HERE to avoid the line on Jingle Jog days!  Deadline to pre-register is Friday, December 13. 

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All School Chapel Pre-Registration // You may pre-register for December 20, 2024 all school chapel here. Pre-Registration is open to visitors who have signed in at the Raptor kiosk previously with their drivers license. Registration will close at 5PM on December 18, 2024. 

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Elementary Unified Basketball Sign-up is now available!  Sign up ends December 13. 

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Food Service Employment// ZCS hot lunch program is looking for a Monday food prep staff person. The position is currently only on Mondays, however may have some occasional sub opportunities.  For more info, email nmichaels@hollandchristian.org. Please provide your phone number and what appeals about the position in your reply.   

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Faces & Our Cultures Summer Program 2025, is a unique cultural exchange opportunity that we are thrilled to offer to our community. As you may know, from October through December, our school hosted two students from Guatemala who participated in school activities and stayed with host families. We are now delighted to extend this experience to our students and their families! Dates for the program are flexible, with 2- to 8-week options available in June and July 2025.

If interested, read this INFORMATION sheet for more details!

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TRIP over the Holidays// Orders placed between December 11 and 17 (at 11 AM) will be available for pick up on January 7.  All orders placed after 11 AM on the 17th will be available on January 14.  Still need gift cards for Christmas?  You may still reload cards and purchase ecards for immediate use!  

Instant TRIP is available on December 13 and 20 from 8:00-9:30AM in the Main Office.  

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Do you know anyone who would like to sub at ZCS? We are in desperate need of subs and could use your help spreading the word! Make $122.50/day and get FREE LUNCH! An educational degree is not required. HERE is a link to our online application. Questions? Email lhoekwater@zcs.org.

_________________________

The 2025 CHAMPS Coupon Book is ready for purchase! You can view a sample of the completed 2025 CHAMPS coupon book here. In addition to the lakeshore coupons regularly found in the CHAMPS Coupon Book, there are regional and national discounts as well. Each purchased book comes with a free activation code for 12 months of mobile app coupons for the greater Holland area, as well as across the US based on your location.  Earn at least your $30 purchase back in only a handful of uses with discounts found in the book and through the mobile app.

CHAMPS Coupon Books are available at Quality Car Wash locations, Russ’ Restaurant locations, Community Restaurant, school offices and Ditto. You can also purchase your CHAMPS Coupon Book through HCS or ZCS TRIP to receive 10% back on your tuition. 2025 coupons are valid from when the book is purchased through December 31, 2025. The coupon book sale raises significant funds to directly benefit our middle school and high school student-athletes. Thank you for supporting athletics at both Holland Christian and Zeeland Christian Schools through the purchase of a 2025 CHAMPS Coupon Book!

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News from Admissions & Enrollment // 

REMINDER! Elementary Early Enrollment // Staff and current families needing to enroll new Y5s or Kindergarten students for 2025-26, early enrollment is December is 3-6, so you have priority to Pick Your Program before it opens to the public. Pick your program during this period and receive a free gift. 

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Staff Wish List // Would you like to go above and beyond for a teacher who goes above and beyond? We ask our teachers to fill out a wish list so that you can bless them with specific items they’d like for their classrooms. Check out the wish list here. The wish list will continue to be updated as teachers send us items.

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REMINDER! Please Complete The Climate Survey // Current elementary and middle school families, we value your feedback, please complete the School Climate Survey sent to your email on November 26. The deadline to complete the survey is December 6. 

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Jingle Jog is happening! Christmas music, Christmas decorations, festive-looking runners, and jingling through the gym and halls! Parents and grandparents are welcome to come and cheer on their runners. We'd also like to be able to once again bless our sister school in the Philippines through this year's jog. Look for more information to come home regarding donations and schedules. Thank you for your support! Check out the schedule HERE! 

Parents/Grandparents and friends if you are attending the Jingle Jog and have signed in at the office with your license before you may pre-register HERE to avoid the line on Jingle Jog days!  

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All School Chapel Pre-Registration // You may pre-register for December 20, 2024 all school chapel here. Pre-Registration is open to visitors who have signed in at the Raptor kiosk previously with their drivers license. Registration will close at 5PM on December 18, 2024. 

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Elementary Unified Basketball Sign-up is now available! 

_________________________

Faces & Our Cultures Summer Program 2025, is a unique cultural exchange opportunity that we are thrilled to offer to our community. As you may know, from October through December, our school hosted two students from Guatemala who participated in school activities and stayed with host families. We are now delighted to extend this experience to our students and their families! Dates for the program are flexible, with 2- to 8-week options available in June and July 2025.

If interested, read this INFORMATION sheet for more details!

_________________________

Do you know anyone who would like to sub at ZCS? We are in desperate need of subs and could use your help spreading the word! Make $122.50/day and get FREE LUNCH! An educational degree is not required. HERE is a link to our online application. Questions? Email lhoekwater@zcs.org.

_________________________

The 2025 CHAMPS Coupon Book is ready for purchase! You can view a sample of the completed 2025 CHAMPS coupon book here. In addition to the lakeshore coupons regularly found in the CHAMPS Coupon Book, there are regional and national discounts as well. Each purchased book comes with a free activation code for 12 months of mobile app coupons for the greater Holland area, as well as across the US based on your location.  Earn at least your $30 purchase back in only a handful of uses with discounts found in the book and through the mobile app.

CHAMPS Coupon Books are available at Quality Car Wash locations, Russ’ Restaurant locations, Community Restaurant, school offices and Ditto. You can also purchase your CHAMPS Coupon Book through HCS or ZCS TRIP to receive 10% back on your tuition. 2025 coupons are valid from when the book is purchased through December 31, 2025. The coupon book sale raises significant funds to directly benefit our middle school and high school student-athletes. Thank you for supporting athletics at both Holland Christian and Zeeland Christian Schools through the purchase of a 2025 CHAMPS Coupon Book!

News from Admissions & Enrollment // 

Explore Elementary // Families who will have a Young Fives or Kindergarten student in 2025-26, please join us on December 3 & 4 to learn more about our Young Fives and Kindergarten programs. Register for Explore Elementary here zcs.org/explore-registration.

Elementary Early Enrollment // Staff and current families needing to enroll new Y5s or Kindergarten students for 2025-26, early enrollment is December 3-6. Pick your program during this period and receive a free gift. More information about early enrollment is coming soon.

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Staff Wish List // Would you like to go above and beyond for a teacher who goes above and beyond? We ask our teachers to fill out a wish list so that you can bless them with specific items they’d like for their classrooms. Check out the wish list here. The wish list will continue to be updated as teachers send us items.

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Middle School Athletics // Sign-up deadline is Nov. 26 for Girls Basketball and Boys Swimming/Diving.  Please use the links below to sign-up.

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Elementary Unified Basketball // Sign-up form is now available!

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Jingle Jog is happening! Christmas music, Christmas decorations, festive-looking runners, and jingling through the gym and halls! Parents and grandparents are welcome to come and cheer on their runners. We'd also like to be able to once again bless our sister school in the Philippines as well as a local charity through this year's jog. Look for more information to come home regarding donations and schedules. Thank you for your support! Check out the schedule HERE! 

Parents/Grandparents and friends if you are attending the Jingle Jog and have signed in at the office with your license before you may pre-register HERE to avoid the line on Jingle Jog days!  

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Attendance Reminder // If your student is going to be late/absent, please email the classroom teacher and attendance@zcs.org  or leave a message on the attendance line 616-741-0051. All tardies/absences need to be communicated by a parent/guardian, not the student. 

Late Hot Lunch Reminder// If your student is going to arrive late (due to tardy, appt, etc), all hot lunch orders need to be communicated to the office NO later than 9:30AM.  After 9:30 we are not able to guarantee lunch for late arriving students. 

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All School Chapel Pre-Registration // You may pre-register for November 26, 2024 all school chapel here. Pre-Registration is open to visitors who have signed in at the Raptor kiosk previously with their drivers license. Registration will close at 5PM on Friday the 22nd.  

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Do you know anyone who would like to sub at ZCS? We are in desperate need of subs and could use your help spreading the word! Make $122.50/day and get FREE LUNCH! An educational degree is not required. HERE is a link to our online application. Questions? Email lhoekwater@zcs.org.

_________________________

The 2025 CHAMPS Coupon Book is ready for purchase! You can view a sample of the completed 2025 CHAMPS coupon book here. In addition to the lakeshore coupons regularly found in the CHAMPS Coupon Book, there are regional and national discounts as well. Each purchased book comes with a free activation code for 12 months of mobile app coupons for the greater Holland area, as well as across the US based on your location.  Earn at least your $30 purchase back in only a handful of uses with discounts found in the book and through the mobile app.

CHAMPS Coupon Books are available at Quality Car Wash locations, Russ’ Restaurant locations, Community Restaurant, school offices and Ditto. You can also purchase your CHAMPS Coupon Book through HCS or ZCS TRIP to receive 10% back on your tuition. 2025 coupons are valid from when the book is purchased through December 31, 2025. The coupon book sale raises significant funds to directly benefit our middle school and high school student-athletes. Thank you for supporting athletics at both Holland Christian and Zeeland Christian Schools through the purchase of a 2025 CHAMPS Coupon Book!

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News from Admissions & Enrollment // 

Explore Preschool // Please share with your family and friends that we have preschool open houses for new-to-ZCS families on November 13th & 14th. More information and registration here: zcs.org/explore.

Explore Elementary // Families who will have a Young Fives or Kindergarten student in 2025-26, please join us on December 3 & 4 to learn more about our Young Fives and Kindergarten programs. Register for Explore Elementary here zcs.org/explore-registration.

Elementary Early Enrollment // Staff and current families needing to enroll new Y5s or Kindergarten students for 2025-26, early enrollment is December 3-6. Pick your program during this period and receive a free gift. More information about early enrollment is coming soon.

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All School Chapel Pre-Registration // You may pre-register for November 26, 2024 all school chapel here. Pre-Registration is open to visitors who have signed in at the Raptor kiosk previously with their drivers license. Registration will close at 5PM on Friday the 22nd.  

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Lost & Found // With the colder season upon us, we see the Lost and Found growing with items. If your child is missing something, please check the Lost and Found before Thanksgiving Break. During this break, we will donate all remaining items.

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Do you know anyone who would like to sub at ZCS? We are in desperate need of subs and could use your help spreading the word! Make $122.50/day and get FREE LUNCH! An educational degree is not required. HERE is a link to our online application. Questions? Email lhoekwater@zcs.org.

Ottawa County Department of Public Health will be at Zeeland Christian School providing hearing and vision screenings the week of November 11, 2024.  In school settings, hearing is screened during Kindergarten, 2nd grade, and 4th grade. Vision is screened in 1st grade, 3rd grade, 5th grade, and 7th grade. If you have a student in one of the grades listed they will be screened along with their class. Please contact cpapay@zcs.org  at the school office with questions regarding hearing and vision screenings. 

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News from Admissions & Enrollment // 

Explore Preschool // Please share with your family and friends that we have preschool open houses for new-to-ZCS families on November 13th & 14th. More information and registration here: zcs.org/explore.

Explore Elementary // Families who will have a Young Fives or Kindergarten student in 2025-26, please join us on December 3 & 4 to learn more about our Young Fives and Kindergarten programs. Register for Explore Elementary here zcs.org/explore-registration.

Early Elementary Enrollment // Staff and current families needing to enroll new Y5s or Kindergarten students for 2025-26, early enrollment is December 3-6. Pick your program during this period and receive a free gift. More information about early enrollment is coming soon.

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Society Meeting & Board Nominations // The Society Meeting this coming year is earlier than in past years. Please mark your calendars for February 20, 2025, at 6:30 pm. To prepare for this change, we are moving up our nomination process for potential board candidates in order to finalize our next Board of Trustees at the time of our annual meeting. Please nominate any potential candidates through our Board Nomination Form.

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Attendance Reminder // If your student is going to be late/absent, please email the classroom teacher and attendance@zcs.org  or leave a message on the attendance line 616-741-0051. All tardies/absences need to be communicated by a parent/guardian, not the student. 

Late Hot Lunch Reminder // If your student is going to arrive late (due to tardy, appt, etc), all hot lunch orders need to be communicated to the office NO later than 9:30AM.  After 9:30 we are not able to guarantee lunch for late arriving students. 

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Hearing and Vision Screening // Ottawa County Department of Public Health will be at Zeeland Christian School providing hearing and vision screenings the week of November 11, 2024.  In school settings, hearing is screened during Kindergarten, 2nd grade, and 4th grade. Vision is screened in 1st grade, 3rd grade, 5th grade, and 7th grade. If you have a student in one of the grades listed they will be screened along with their class. Please contact cpapay@zcs.org  at the school office with questions regarding hearing and vision screenings. 

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Picture Retakes // will occur on Thursday, November 7. If your student needs their picture retaken they must bring their complete uncut picture packet with them in order to qualify for a retake. Students who missed the original picture day are also eligible to have their photograph taken.  

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2nd Grade T-Shirt Sales // Support our GCCS Sponsored Student!  Each of our five second-grade classes has designed a custom t-shirt to represent our faith formation focus as a “Follower” of Jesus and how we can “Stand Firm” every day. We are taking orders for t-shirts to raise money to assist with tuition for our student from Grace Community Christian School in the Philippines. Our sponsored student, Sebastian, is in 2nd grade at GCCS. Our 2nd grade t-shirts are now available to order online, or to make a donation, with this Link through Good Ink.

• The online link will be live until midnight on Sunday, November 10.  
• T-shirts will be ready the week of December 16.
• T-shirts can be delivered to ZCS (no shipping cost) or to your address (shipping added). 
• These would make perfect Christmas gifts! 
• We appreciate your support toward our 2nd grade effort to support our friend, Sabastian.

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Do you know anyone who would like to sub at ZCS? We are in desperate need of subs and could use your help spreading the word! Make $122.50/day and get FREE LUNCH! An educational degree is not required. HERE is a link to our online application. Questions? Email lhoekwater@zcs.org.

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Dutch Dance Opportunity // Several ZCS moms are coaching Kinder & Middle Dutch Dance groups for Tulip Time 2025! Students in 3rd - 8th grade will have the opportunity to participate, with practices happening during the school day. Participants must commit to the weekly practice as well as attending evening performances in Holland during the week of Tulip Time, May 3-11, 2025.

• Kinder Dancers (3rd-5th) register HERE. Practices will be held on Wednesdays during lunch recess starting Feb 19.
• Middle Dancers (6th-8th) register HERE. Practices will be held on Wednesdays during lunch starting Jan 29.

For additional information contact coaches: Kinder 3rd-5th - Tessa (tesssaborr@gmail.com) and Middle 6th-8th - Nakisha (nakishadejong@gmail.com)

Society Meeting & Board Nominations // The Society Meeting this coming year is earlier than in past years. Please mark your calendars for February 20, 2025, at 6:30 pm. To prepare for this change, we are moving up our nomination process for potential board candidates in order to finalize our next Board of Trustees at the time of our annual meeting. Please nominate any potential candidates through our Board Nomination Form.

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Attendance Reminder // If your student will be late/absent, please email the classroom teacher and attendance@zcs.org  or leave a message on the attendance line 616-741-0051. All tardies/absences need to be communicated by a parent/guardian, not the student. 

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Ottawa County Department of Public Health will be at Zeeland Christian School providing hearing and vision screenings the week of November 11, 2024.  In school settings, hearing is screened during Kindergarten, 2nd grade, and 4th grade. Vision is screened in 1st grade, 3rd grade, 5th grade, and 7th grade.  Please contact cpapay@zcs.org  at the school office with questions regarding hearing and vision screenings. 

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Picture Retakes // will occur on Thursday, November 7. If your student needs their picture retaken they must bring their complete uncut picture packet with them in order to qualify for a retake. Students who missed the original picture day are also eligible to have their photograph taken.  

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2nd Grade T-Shirt Sales // Support our GCCS Sponsored Student!  Each of our five second-grade classes have designed a custom t-shirt to represent our faith formation focus as a “Follower” of Jesus and how we can “Stand Firm” everyday. We are taking orders for t-shirts to raise money to assist with tuition for our student from Grace Community Christian School in the Philippines. Our sponsored student, Sebastian, is in 2nd grade at GCCS. Our 2nd grade t-shirts are now available to order online, or to make a donation, with this Link through Good Ink.

• The online link will be live until midnight on Sunday, November 10.  
• T-shirts will be ready the week of December 16.
• T-shirts can be delivered to ZCS (no shipping cost) or to your address (shipping added). 
• These would make perfect Christmas gifts! 
• We appreciate your support toward our 2nd grade effort to support our friend, Sabastian.

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Do you know anyone who would like to sub at ZCS? We are in desperate need of subs and could use your help spreading the word! Make $122.50/day and get FREE LUNCH! An educational degree is not required. HERE is a link to our online application. Questions? Email lhoekwater@zcs.org.

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GCCS Sponsorship // Zeeland Christian School has partnered with Grace Community Christian School in Pasay City, Philippines for over 20 years. Our school families have financially supported the Christian education of many students overseas. This last year, our ZCS teachers even met a sponsored student, who is now a teacher at GCCS. What a gift it is to impact lives. 

Our sponsorship team is still seeking 10 sponsors for the coming year. We'd love to match you with a Filipino student in need of some encouragement and financial support. Sponsorships are available at the $200 (partial), $400 (half) and $600 (full) level. Please reach out to Kristi Van Dyk (kvandyk@zcs.org) if you would like more information on investing in the lives of GCCS students. 

Society Meeting & Board Nominations // The Society Meeting this coming year is earlier than in past years. Please mark your calendars for February 20, 2025, at 6:30 pm. To prepare for this change, we are moving up our nomination process for potential board candidates in order to finalize our next Board of Trustees at the time of our annual meeting. Please nominate any potential candidates through our Board Nomination Form.

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Attendance Reminder // If your student is going to be late/absent please email the classroom teacher and attendance@zcs.org  or leave a message on the attendance line 616-741-0051. All tardies/absences need to be communicated by a parent/guardian, not the student. 

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Fall Parent/Guardian Teacher Conferences // Are on October 17th and 22nd. Sign-up began on Monday, October 7th at 9:00 a.m. You have received information from your child’s teacher with instructions for sign-up as well as the master password. Sign-up closes on Monday, October 14th at 10:00 p.m. Please contact your teacher directly if you missed the deadline.

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Do you know anyone who would like to sub at ZCS? We are in desperate need of subs and could use your help spreading the word! Make $122.50/day and get FREE LUNCH! An educational degree is not required. HERE is a link to our online application. Questions? Email lhoekwater@zcs.org.

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Dutch Dance Opportunity // Several ZCS moms are coaching Kinder & Middle Dutch Dance groups for Tulip Time 2025! Students in 3rd - 8th grade will have the opportunity to participate, with practices happening during the school day. Participants must commit to the weekly practice as well as attending evening performances in Holland during the week of Tulip Time, May 3-11, 2025.

• Kinder Dancers (3rd-5th) register HERE. Practices will be held on Wednesdays during lunch recess starting Feb 19.
• Middle Dancers (6th-8th) register HERE. Practices will be held on Wednesdays during lunch starting Jan 29.

A parent information meeting will be held in the ZCS Choir room on October 21 from 6-6:45 PM. Any questions or requests for additional information may be directed to coaches: Kinder 3rd-5th - Tessa (tesssaborr@gmail.com) and Middle 6th-8th - Nakisha (nakishadejong@gmail.com)

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THANK YOU // for your incredible support—the Legacy Event is officially sold out! While we can't accommodate any more guests, you can still make an impact by donating or sponsoring to help support ZCS for generations to come. www.zcs.org/legacyevent

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GCCS Sponsorship // Zeeland Christian School has partnered with Grace Community Christian School in Pasay City, Philippines for over 20 years. Our school families have financially supported the Christian education of many students overseas. This last year, our ZCS teachers even met a sponsored student, who is now a teacher at GCCS. What a gift it is to impact lives. 

Our sponsorship team is still seeking 10 sponsors for the coming year. We'd love to match you with a Filipino student in need of some encouragement and financial support. Sponsorships are available at the $200 (partial), $400 (half) and $600 (full) level. Please reach out to Kristi Van Dyk (kvandyk@zcs.org) if you would like more information on investing in the lives of GCCS students.

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It is with sad hearts we share the news that Jackie Windemuller, wife of Don Windemuller at Blueberry Prairie, passed away on September 19. If you have picked blueberries during our U-pick fundraiser, you have most likely interacted with Jackie. She loved talking to families, especially kids, as she helped clean buckets and answered questions about where to pick. Please join us in praying for Don and Jackie's family and friends as they grieve. Alongside Don, we do hold on to this hope from God's Word:

Fall Parent/Guardian Teacher Conferences on October 17th and 22nd  sign-up began on Monday, Monday, October 7th at 9:00 a.m. You have received information from your child’s teacher with instructions for sign-up as well as the master password. Sign-up closes on Monday, October 14th at 10:00 p.m.

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Coffee Connection with Our Board of Trustees (School Board)  // Join us for a warm cup of coffee and conversation with our School Board members. This is your chance to get involved, ask questions, and share your ideas! 

Date: Oct. 10, 2024

Time: 8:45 AM - 10:15 AM

Location: Office Conference Room

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Do you know anyone who would like to sub at ZCS? We are in desperate need of subs and could use your help spreading the word! Make $122.50/day and get FREE LUNCH! An educational degree is not required. HERE is a link to our online application. Questions? Email lhoekwater@zcs.org.

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Dutch Dance Opportunity // Several ZCS moms are coaching Kinder & Middle Dutch Dance groups for Tulip Time 2025! Students in 3rd - 8th grade will have the opportunity to participate, with practices happening during the school day. Participants must commit to the weekly practice as well as attending evening performances in Holland during the week of Tulip Time, May 3-11, 2025.

• Kinder Dancers (3rd-5th) register HERE. Practices will be held on Wednesdays during lunch recess starting Feb 19.
• Middle Dancers (6th-8th) register HERE. Practices will be held on Wednesdays during lunch starting Jan 29.

A parent information meeting will be held in the ZCS Choir room on October 21 from 6-6:45 PM. Any questions or requests for additional information may be directed to coaches: Kinder 3rd-5th - Tessa (tesssaborr@gmail.com) and Middle 6th-8th - Nakisha (nakishadejong@gmail.com)

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GCCS Sponsorship // Zeeland Christian School has partnered with Grace Community Christian School in Pasay City, Philippines for over 20 years. Our school families have financially supported the Christian education of many students overseas. This last year, our ZCS teachers even met a sponsored student, who is now a teacher at GCCS. What a gift it is to impact lives. 

Our sponsorship team is still seeking 10 sponsors for the coming year. We'd love to match you with a Filipino student in need of some encouragement and financial support. Sponsorships are available at the $200 (partial), $400 (half) and $600 (full) level. Please reach out to Kristi Van Dyk (kvandyk@zcs.org) if you would like more information on investing in the lives of GCCS students. 

Fall Parent/Guardian Teacher Conferences are on October 17th and 22nd. Sign-up begins on Monday, Monday, October 7th at 9:00 a.m. You have already received information from your child’s teacher with instructions for sign-up as well as the master password. Sign-up closes on Monday, October 14th at 10:00 p.m.

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Do you know anyone who would like to sub at ZCS? We are in desperate need of subs and could use your help spreading the word! Make $122.50/day and get FREE LUNCH! An educational degree is not required.. HERE is a link to our online application. Questions? Email lhoekwater@zcs.org.

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A Note From Our Behavior Innovation Teams // At ZCS, we talk a lot about "Burning Bright!" But what does it mean to Burn Bright at ZCS? Matthew 5:16 tells us "Let your light SHINE before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven."  We use PBIS (Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports) as a framework to promote positive, God honoring behavior and to create a supportive learning environment. PBIS focuses on teaching and reinforcing desirable behaviors and is grounded in setting clear expectations, providing consistent acknowledgments for desired behavior, and using data to make decisions and support kids effectively. We are excited to continue using Burn Bright tickets as a part of PBIS this year throughout elementary and middle school. If you or your family are interested in contributing to our Burn Bright Raffle Rewards, we have a few options for you! Stay tuned for more updates regarding PBIS from our Behavior Innovation Teams, which are made up of teachers, support staff and adminstrators, in the months ahead.

1. Click on the below raffle rewards wish list for items kids will be able to choose from:

- Elementary School Wish List

- Middle School Wish List

2. Contribute monetarily toward the purchase of items/ area gift cards

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Note From Food Service // Hot Lunch is a prepaid system. We require funds in each of your children's accounts in order for them to take hot lunch. 

Go to the family portal to deposit money into your account -- there is no fee to deposit with a debit or credit card.  You may also apply for free or reduced lunch benefits at the same site.  If you are unsure of your child's account number, you may call the school office or locate it in Infinite Campus.  We appreciate you being mindful of your child's accounts.   

For those who are receiving lunch benefits, if your child takes only milk they will be charged .65 per carton.  Unfortunately milk only is not part of the program.  Thank you for understanding. 

All lunch benefits expire 9/30/2024.  IF you have not reapplied, please do so today!  All benefits from '23-24 will terminate 9/30/2024, and you will be charged full price for lunch. If you have questions about your free/reduced status please contact slambers@hollandchristian.org  

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Elementary School Donuts with Dads/Special Dude is on October 9 & 10!! // NEW THIS YEAR, all guests must register in the front office before coming into school on the morning of the event. If you have signed into the office before using your driver's license, there is a link on the bottom of the registration form, to pre-register for this event and skip the line!  Donuts with Dads/Special Dude Register here! Sign up ends October 4th! 

A-M Last Names: Wednesday, October 9
N-Z Last Names: Thursday, October 10

*** If your scheduled day does not work for you, feel free to go on the other day, please make sure to sign up for the adjusted day.

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Gift Wrap/Magazine Sales // With your help, we will be raising $15,000 for school-wide events for students and parents. Some examples of these events include: Donuts with Dad, Muffins with Mom, Skating Party and much, much more!  We are asking every student to REGISTER & SHARE with 5 or more supporters to reach our group goal! We are counting on these funds for the benefit of every child. This funding does not come from other sources so your participation, at any level, is critical. Thank you for your support! 

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ZCS MOSAIC // Are you an adoptive/foster/kinship care family? Do you have a heart to encourage and partner with families who do foster care or have adopted kiddos? If you answered yes to either of these questions, please consider joining the ZCS Mosaic group. Developing supportive relationships is at the heart of Jesus' and The School MOSAIC ministry. These intentional relationships strengthen ZCS Mosaic families, provide encouragement, understanding, and support to parents, while simultaneously striving to provide adopted/fostered children with community, normalcy, hope and belonging in the school setting. Please tell us a bit about your family by completing our info survey. If you have questions or need more information please email zcschoolmosaic@gmail.com.

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GCCS Sponsorship // Zeeland Christian School has partnered with Grace Community Christian School in Pasay City, Philippines for over 20 years. Our school families have financially supported the Christian education of many students overseas. This last year, our ZCS teachers even met a sponsored student, who is now a teacher at GCCS. What a gift it is to impact lives. 

Our sponsorship team is still seeking 10 sponsors for the coming year. We'd love to match you with a Filipino student in need of some encouragement and financial support. Sponsorships are available at the $200 (partial), $400 (half) and $600 (full) level. Please reach out to Kristi Van Dyk (kvandyk@zcs.org) if you would like more information on investing in the lives of GCCS students. 

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FREE VIRTUAL WORKSHOPS FOR PARENTS // Robyn Gobbel is the author of Raising Kids with Big, Baffling Behaviors. Robyn is especially fond of all the grown-ups in the world who love and care for kids impacted by trauma -helpers, healers, educators, and parents. Our strong partnership with parents is foundational to everything we do at ZCS. Part of that for us is to occasionally share information, resources, and opportunities that we feel parents may find beneficial.  We do our best to present offerings that align with ZCS's values and mission. On occasion it is possible that there could be references made to things that don't fully align.  As always, we encourage parents to exercise their own best judgment and view these through a Christian lens. Workshops Provided By: Bethany Christian Services, Ottawa County Collaborative to Strengthen Youth and Families, Ottawa County Department of Public Health & Stop Child Abuse and Neglect Council (SCAN) Registration and Information Link: 

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1BUdQO6J110V4dSiDIzSWqjKO-MpcpbAn/view?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAR0SazP6t_DVZxd6VOTT7RyU7eyv0kBl5rSROwb6gtyFAzcZILs8SxG2_zw_aem_Cj4A57-0mHEwL-Cpjj-3lg

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We are Hiring // Come be a part of an amazing community here at ZCS!

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Do you know anyone who would like to sub at ZCS // We are in desperate need of subs and could use your help spreading the word! Make $122.50/day and get FREE LUNCH! An education degree is not required! HERE is a link to our online application. Questions? Email lhoekwater@zcs.org.

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A Note From Our Behavior Innovation Teams // At ZCS, we talk a lot about "Burning Bright!" But what does it mean to Burn Bright at ZCS? Matthew 5:16 tells us "Let your light SHINE before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven."  We use PBIS (Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports) as a framework to promote positive, God honoring behavior and to create a supportive learning environment. PBIS focuses on teaching and reinforcing desirable behaviors and is grounded in setting clear expectations, providing consistent acknoweldgments for desired behavior, and using data to make decisions and support kids effectively. We are excited to continue using Burn Bright tickets as a part of PBIS this year throughout elementary and middle school. If you or your family are interested in contributing to our Burn Bright Raffle Rewards, we have a few options for you! Stay tuned for more updates regarding PBIS from our Behavior Innovation Teams, which are made up of teachers, support staff and adminstrators, in the months ahead.

1. Click on the below raffle rewards wish list for items kids will be able to choose from:

- Elementary School Wish List

- Middle School Wish List

2. Contribute monetarily toward the purchase of items/ area gift cards

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Note from Food Service //  Hot Lunch is a prepaid system. We require funds in each of your children's accounts in order for them to take hot lunch. 

Go to the family portal to deposit money into your account -- there is no fee to deposit with a debit or credit card.  You may also apply for free or reduced lunch benefits at the same site.  If you are unsure of your child's account number, you may call the school office or locate it in Infinite Campus.  We appreciate you being mindful of your child's accounts.   

For those who are receiving lunch benefits, if your child takes only milk they will be charged .65 per carton.  Unfortunately milk only is not part of the program.  Thank you for understanding. 

All lunch benefits expire 9/30/2024.  IF you have not reapplied, please do so today!  All benefits from '23-24 will terminate 9/30/2024, and you will be charged full price for lunch. If you have questions about your free/reduced status please contact slambers@hollandchristian.org  

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Elementary School Donuts with Dads/Special Dude is on October 9 & 10!! // NEW THIS YEAR, all guests must register in the front office before coming into school on the morning of the event. If you have signed into the office before using your driver's license, there is a link on the bottom of the registration form, to pre-register for this event and skip the line!  Donuts with Dads/Special Dude Register here!

A-M Last Names: Wednesday, October 9
N-Z Last Names: Thursday, October 10

*** If your scheduled day does not work for you, feel free to go on the other day, please make sure to sign up for the adjusted day.

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Gift Wrap/Magazine Sales //  With your help, we will be raising $15,000 for school-wide events for students and parents. Some examples of these events include: Donuts with Dad, Muffins with Mom, Skating Party and much, much more!  We are asking every student to REGISTER & SHARE with 5 or more supporters to reach our group goal! We are counting on these funds for the benefit of every child. This funding does not come from other sources so your participation, at any level, is critical. Thank you for your support! 

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Auction Basket Committee // Do you love being crafty, finding unique gifts, or just making things extra special? We need YOU! The Auction Basket Committee is looking for enthusiastic parents to help put together fun, creative, and exciting baskets for our upcoming 2025 Auction!

Whether you have a flair for design, an eye for bargains, or just enjoy working with others, this is a great way to support our school and share your talents. No experience necessary.

Interested in joining?
Click HERE to sign up! Reach out to Dana (dgeurink@zcs.org) with any questions.

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ZCS MOSAIC // Are you an adoptive/foster/kinship care family? Do you have a heart to encourage and partner with families who do foster care or have adopted kiddos? If you answered yes to either of these questions, please consider joining the ZCS Mosaic group. Developing supportive relationships is at the heart of Jesus' and The School MOSAIC ministry. These intentional relationships strengthen ZCS Mosaic families, provide encouragement, understanding, and support to parents, while simultaneously striving to provide adopted/fostered children with community, normalcy, hope and belonging in the school setting. Please tell us a bit about your family by completing our info survey. If you have questions or need more information please email zcschoolmosaic@gmail.com.

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GCCS Sponsorship // Zeeland Christian School has partnered with Grace Community Christian School in Pasay City, Philippines for over 20 years. Our school families have financially supported the Christian education of many students overseas. This last year, our ZCS teachers even met a sponsored student, who is now a teacher at GCCS. What a gift it is to impact lives. 

Our sponsorship team is still seeking 10 sponsors for the coming year. We'd love to match you with a Filipino student in need of some encouragement and financial support. Sponsorships are available at the $200 (partial), $400 (half) and $600 (full) level. Please reach out to Kristi Van Dyk (kvandyk@zcs.org) if you would like more information on investing in the lives of GCCS students. 

_________________________

FREE VIRTUAL WORKSHOPS FOR PARENTS// Robyn Gobbel is the author of Raising Kids with Big, Baffling Behaviors. Robyn is especially fond of all the grown-ups in the world who love and care for kids impacted by trauma - helpers, healers, educators, and parents.  Workshops Provided By: Bethany Christian Services, Ottawa County Collaborative to Strengthen Youth and Families, Ottawa County Department of Public Health & Stop Child Abuse and Neglect Council (SCAN) Registration and Information Link: 

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1BUdQO6J110V4dSiDIzSWqjKO-MpcpbAn/view?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAR0SazP6t_DVZxd6VOTT7RyU7eyv0kBl5rSROwb6gtyFAzcZILs8SxG2_zw_aem_Cj4A57-0mHEwL-Cpjj-3lg

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Reminders //

Drop Off // 

Elementary playground and entrance doors will not be supervised by ZCS staff before 8:25am. 

Full Drop Off/ Pick up guidelines may be found HERE.

Illness/Sick 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. 

Looking for more information? Check out the Family Guide

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Reminders //

Drop Off // 

Elementary playground and entrance doors will not be supervised by ZCS staff before 8:25am. 

Full Drop Off/ Pick up guidelines may be found HERE.

NO PM Busing on Friday, September 20, 2024  

Illness/Sick 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. 

Looking for more information? Check out the Family Guide

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School Pictures // School pictures are the week of September 23!  Check out the photo schedule HERE! Please have your child bring the pre-printed photo form with them on picture day, even if you do not order photos. 

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Note from Food Service // Hot Lunch is a prepaid system. We require funds in each of your children's accounts in order for them to take hot lunch. 

Go to the family portal to deposit money into your account -- there is no fee to deposit with a debit or credit card.  You may also apply for free or reduced lunch benefits at the same site.  If you are unsure of your child's account number, you may call the school office or locate it in Infinite Campus.  We appreciate you being mindful of your child's accounts.   

For those who are receiving lunch benefits, if your child takes only milk they will be charged .65 per carton.  Unfortunately milk only is not part of the program.  Thank you for understanding. 

All lunch benefits expire 9/30/2024.  IF you have not reapplied, please do so today!  All benefits from '23-24 will terminate 9/30/2024, and you will be charged full price for lunch. If you have questions about your free/reduced status please contact slambers@hollandchristian.org  

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Notes From Our Director of Facilities // Please view the ZCS Asbestos Plan and Pesticide Notification Policy 

_________________________

Elementary School Donuts with Dads/Special Dude is on October 9 & 10!! // NEW THIS YEAR, all guests must register in the front office before coming into school on the morning of the event. If you have signed into the office before using your driver's license, there is a link on the bottom of the registration form, to pre-register for this event and skip the line!  Donuts with Dads/Special Dude Register here!

A-M Last Names: Wednesday, October 9
N-Z Last Names: Thursday, October 10

*** If your scheduled day does not work for you, feel free to go on the other day, please make sure to sign up for the adjusted day.

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Gift Wrap/Magazine Sales // Gift Wrap/Magazine Sale starts Friday, September 20!! Material will go home on Thursday or Friday this week!

With your help, we will be raising $15,000 for school-wide events for students and parents. Some examples of these events include: Donuts with Dad, Muffins with Mom, Skating Party and much, much more!  We are asking every student to REGISTER & SHARE with 5 or more supporters to reach our group goal! We are counting on these funds for the benefit of every child. This funding does not come from other sources so your participation, at any level, is critical. Thank you for your support!

_________________________

Auction Basket Committee // Do you love being crafty, finding unique gifts, or just making things extra special? We need YOU! The Auction Basket Committee is looking for enthusiastic parents to help put together fun, creative, and exciting baskets for our upcoming 2025 Auction!

Whether you have a flair for design, an eye for bargains, or just enjoy working with others, this is a great way to support our school and share your talents. No experience necessary.

Interested in joining?
Click HERE to sign up! Reach out to Dana (dgeurink@zcs.org) with any questions.

_________________________

ZCS MOSAIC // Are you an adoptive/foster/kinship care family? Do you have a heart to encourage and partner with families who do foster care or have adopted kiddos? If you answered yes to either of these questions, please consider joining the ZCS Mosaic group. Developing supportive relationships is at the heart of Jesus' and The School MOSAIC ministry. These intentional relationships strengthen ZCS Mosaic families, provide encouragement, understanding, and support to parents, while simultaneously striving to provide adopted/fostered children with community, normalcy, hope and belonging in the school setting. Please tell us a bit about your family by completing our info survey. If you have questions or need more information please email zcschoolmosaic@gmail.com.

Reminders //

Drop Off // 

Elementary playground and entrance doors will not be supervised by ZCS staff before 8:25am. 

Full Drop Off/ Pick up guidelines may be found HERE.

Illness/Sick 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. 

Looking for more information? Check out the Family Guide

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Notes From Our Director of Facilities // Please view the ZCS Asbestos Plan and Pesticide Notification Policy 

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School Pictures // School pictures are the week of September 23!  Check out the photo schedule HERE! 

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All School Chapel Pre-Registration // You may pre-register for September 20, 2024 all school chapel here. Pre-Registration is open to visitors who have signed in at the Raptor kiosk previously with their drivers license. Registration will close at 5PM on Tuesday the 17th.  

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Substitute teachers needed //  Come Sub at ZCS! Our daily rate is 122.50 per day and if you sub for a whole day, there is free lunch included! Please visit zcs.org/employment to complete the substitute application!

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ZCS MOSAIC // Are you an adoptive/foster/kinship care family? Do you have a heart to encourage and partner with families who do foster care or have adopted kiddos? If you answered yes to either of these questions, please consider joining the ZCS Mosaic group. Developing supportive relationships is at the heart of Jesus' and The School MOSAIC ministry. These intentional relationships strengthen ZCS Mosaic families, provide encouragement, understanding, and support to parents, while simultaneously striving to provide adopted/fostered children with community, normalcy, hope and belonging in the school setting. Please tell us a bit about your family by completing our info survey. If you have questions or need more information please email zcschoolmosaic@gmail.com.

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Faces And Our Cultures // For many years, Zeeland Christian School has had the opportunity to participate in a cultural exchange program for Guatemalan students and we are excited to continue the program once again.

The Faces And Our Cultures program is designed to provide Guatemalan students the opportunity to spend eight weeks in our community. Over the years, we have had several Guatemalan ambassadors come to our campus and many have built lasting relationships with their host families.

We are looking for host families to host this fall. Each participant will attend Zeeland Christian for eight weeks as a full-time student and will participate in all aspects of the school day.  These student ambassadors are fluent in English and will arrive on October 20th. HERE are two students who are still looking for a host family.

For More Information: If you would like to learn more please click HERE or email Sandy Cardona from the Faces Program at sandy.cardona@facesandcultures.com

1st-5th Grade Parent Meeting // REMINDER: Please join us tonight for the 1st-5th grade parent meeting. Classroom meetings start at 6:00pm with the full parent meeting at 6:35 in the gym. 

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ZCS MOSAIC //Are you an adoptive/foster/kinship care family? Do you have a heart to encourage and partner with families who do foster care or have adopted kiddos? If you answered yes to either of these questions, please consider joining the ZCS Mosaic group. Developing supportive relationships is at the heart of Jesus' and The School MOSAIC ministry. These intentional relationships strengthen ZCS Mosaic families, provide encouragement, understanding, and support to parents, while simultaneously striving to provide adopted/fostered children with community, normalcy, hope and belonging in the school setting. Please tell us a bit about your family by completing our info survey. If you have questions or need more information please email zcschoolmosaic@gmail.com.

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ZCS Unified // If your child is interested in playing Unified Soccer at the K-5 or middle school levels, please fill out this form by September 6. All late entries will be added to a waitpool. Please direct any questions to ejohnson@zcs.org.