Frequently Asked Questions

What is the typical school day schedule?

 

Preschool

Threeschool Start: 8:45am/12:30pm

End: 11:30am/3:15pm

Preschool Start: 8:45am/12:30pm

End: 11:30am/3:15pm

 

Y5-2nd

8:40 School begins
10:10-10:25 Morning recess
11:55-12:20 Lunch recess
12:20-12:45 Lunch
1:55-2:10 Afternoon recess
3:22 Dismissal

3rd-5th

8:40 School begins
10:25-10:40 Morning recess
12:00-12:20 Lunch
12:20-12:45 Lunch recess
2:10-2:25 Afternoon recess
3:22 Dismissal

 

Middle School

7:35 School begins
9:45-9:55 T/Th Morning recess
10:00-10:10 M/W/F Morning recess
11:15-11:25 T/Th Lunch
11:25-11:45 T/Th Recess
11:40-11:50 M/W/F Lunch
11:50-12:10 M/W/F Recess
2:25 Dismissal

How does lunch work?

Lunch is eaten in students' classrooms -- either a packed lunch from home or hot lunch. Hot lunch is available through the Holland Christian Schools system. Students indicate their hot lunch choice upon arrival to the classroom each morning. The food is prepared right in our kitchen and served fresh to our students daily.

Funds may be added to your students account at https://hollandchristian.familyportal.cloud/

Free/Reduced Hot Lunch: You may apply for Free/Reduced Lunch Benefits today. Please go directly to familyportal.cloud where you will quickly and easily be able to apply for Free and Reduced Lunch Benefits online, by selecting Holland Christian School district. One application per family for Free/Reduced benefits must be submitted each school year. Please be assured that this information will remain confidential. If you need an application mailed to you, please contact slambers@hollandchristian.org

The cost for hot lunch is $3.25 per student. Thursday is Pizza Day and an extra slice is offered $1.75 for grades 3-8.

Hot lunch orders must be in by 8:00 a.m. for middle school students and by 9:00 a.m. for elementary students. *If your student will be late to school, please make sure to call the school office and submit your child’s hot lunch order before the cut-off time.

Menus can be found on the Current Families page on our website HERE.

How do you handle food allergies?

We strive to keep students safe with life threatening food allergies and food sensitivities.  Managing food allergies and sensitivities can be accomplished through a partnership between parents, health care providers, and school staff.  In collaboration, all food accommodations will be made surrounding food allergies and sensitivities.   Please contact and connect with the kitchen leader and school nurse.

Is there busing?

Busing is provided for students who live in Zeeland Public school boundary. lease submit a transportation request for each enrolled student at this link. This form is required for all students, even if you don’t plan on utilizing transportation. Bus assignments will be available through the My Ride K-12 app in early August. This app is required for stop times, locations, and real-time updates. Email jmichmer@zps.org with questions.

 

How many locations does ZCS have?

  • Central Avenue (Main Site)
  • Creation Ridge Preschool: held at RidgePoint Community Church

 

How do you keep your building secure?

During school hours all doors will be locked. To enter school you will need to enter through the main doors (Door C by the canopy) and be buzzed in to the office. There you will need to sign in through our visitor management system.

 

How can parents get involved at ZCS?

1. Parent Liaisons
2. ZCS Events - Join us for concerts, chapels, Fun Night, 8th Grade Play, ZCS Auction, etc.

 

Is there a dress code?

We don't have a dress code besides being appropriate and modest. You can purchase school logo wear here.

 

 

Have Questions?

Contact our Admissions & Enrollment Team today.