We have lots going on in each subject area, and have enjoyed learning about God and learning about how to live a life full of wisdom from James in Bible. The students have eWe had a great time at Sassafras Ridge! What a beautiful morning!

Here's what you need to know!

Homework:

Homework Folders will come home again on Monday, Sept. 8,  and the work inside will be due the following Monday, Sept. 15. 
Reminder- 100 minutes for Reading. This can be your child reading on his/her own OR you and your child taking turns.  
Math papers- time each half and see how many correct.  The goal is to get faster at our facts each time.
Next 3 words of the week on the blue half slip.

Friday Folders come back to school on Monday!
Keep practicing Psalm 8, we have been learning the first 4 verses at school.


Lunch Helpers:
Sign up genius attached if you are able to help out and come in Wednesdays!


Book Orders:
In your child's Friday Folder is a Scholastic Book Order Flyer. Lots of fun books in this flyer and more online! Orders are due Sept. 19!

Pastor Appreciation Breakfast - Thursday, September 18, 7:30 - 8:30 am Invite your pastor to our upcoming event! This event is our way of saying thank you for the incredible impact they have on the lives of our students and their families. Invitations can be picked up in the office. 

Field Trip:
We will be heading to the ODC on Sept. 15 to learn about how seeds travel and will visit some animals. Students will need a lunch from home as we will be there all day. Please dress for the weather as we will go rain or shine!

Author Visit:
We are having a fun author visit on Sept. 22 from Laura Sassi! She will read to the students at South Side and sign books for the kids! 



Jungle Explorer of the Week:
We will start with our first Jungle Explorer next week! If your child is selected I will send home a note to let you know what to do along with your child's poster to decorate and the Guessing Jar to fill. So excited to learn more about each of our students! The students had fun learning more about Mrs. Dreyer!

Walkathon:

What is Walkathon? Walkathon is an HC-wide fundraiser where elementary students walk to raise money for their school. The funds raised by South Side students go directly to South Side needs. These needs include classroom supplies, educational outings, and other resources. Parents are welcome to watch the event from the bleachers, while the track is reserved for teachers and students.






Click here to see some community opportunities

These organizations are not affiliated with Holland Christian Schools but have requested the sharing of these community opportunities.

Important Dates:

Sept. 8: Math Homework and Purple Reading Slip due
Sept. 15: Outdoor Discovery Center- need a lunch from home
Sept. 17: Picture Day
Sept. 19: Book Orders due
Sept. 22: Author Visit- Laura Sassi
Sept. 24: Walk-a-thon















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