Tulsa’s only PreK-Grade 12 independent Episcopal school.

Dutch Weekly December 3 - 9

DUTCH WEEKLY: December 3 - 9

ALL-SCHOOL NEWS

Tulsa Youth Rowing hosts free clinic

Tulsa Youth Rowing Association is offering a free rowing clinic for youth ages 13 to 18 on Saturday, Dec. 3, at The University of Tulsa from 10 a.m. to noon. The clinic is geared toward middle and high school students interested in learning more about rowing and how they might get involved in our community youth rowing program.

Click here to register for the event.

Click here for more information.

Middle and Upper School Band Concert

Come enjoy the sounds of the holiday seasons and support our talented instrumental musicians!

When: December 7 at 7 p.m.
Where: Branch Theatre of the Walter Arts Center

Flik Food Service Survey

Flik, who provides food service to campus, has put together a survey for our school community.

Please follow this link to let Flik know what you think about food quality, options and more.

For those that had issues with the link before it has been fixed.

A health reminder from the nurses

Health officials are cautioning us to take care in the prevention of COVID, flu, and RSV this season. Unfortunately, it is the season for these and other viruses. It is up to each of us to do everything possible to reduce the chance of getting sick as well as reduce the likelihood of spreading illness to others.

The health office strongly encourages the following prevention methods:

* Stay up to date on your vaccinations!  It’s not too late! Flu vaccinations are available for adults and children at the Tulsa County Health Department, at local pharmacies, or from most primary care physicians.  There are also many pharmacies and clinics offering the bivalent COVID booster shot.

* Wash your hands!  Practice good hygiene, washing your hands often with soap and warm water for at least 20 seconds (the time it takes to sing the ABC song).

* Get your rest! Did you know 6-12 year olds should have 9-12 hours of sleep per night? Kids 13-18  year olds  need 8-10 hours and adults should have at least 7 hours.

* Eat a well-balanced diet!  Choose lots of vegetables, fruits and whole grains.  Limit salt, saturated fat and sugar.  A well fed body is better equipped to fight off infections.

* Stay hydrated! Among many other things, water helps regulate body temperature and prevent infections. Don’t wait until you’re thirsty to drink.  

* Stay home If you develop symptoms of the flu, strep throat, or a stomach virus, it is recommended that you contact your primary care physician, stay home, and follow your doctor’s orders to treat the symptoms before returning to school or work.

* Cover it!  Cough or sneeze into a tissue or your elbow, not your hands.

Remember, students must be fever-free for 24 hours, without the aid of fever reducing medications, and feel well enough to attend before they may return to school.

Holland Hall’s greatest priority is the health and well-being of our community.  We never want a student to feel obligated to attend school when sick.  Administration and faculty are dedicated to assisting all students in making up missed assignments/tests due to illness.  

If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to reach out.  Thank you for doing your part to help our community stay healthy this season!

Your school nurses,
Kathleen Alabbasi and Kimberly Seabolt

Yearbooks are on sale now

Did you know students create the Eight Acres yearbook? A staff of 22 upper school students learn journalism skills and take the book from 292 blank pages to the stories of the year. For 2023, we are also joined by more than 30 eighth graders who are prepping a spread about democracy and mid-term elections and writing about their experiences. Be sure to get your book soon. There's nothing like it.

Click here to order now.

Tulsa Ballet's Nutcracker

Golf Tournament: Support HH by becoming a corporate sponsor

Longtime teacher, football coach and athletic director Charlie Brown invites you to become a corporate sponsor in support of Holland Hall while participating in an extraordinarly fun Scramble golf tournament this spring. The proceeds help fund the physical education and athletics programs at all levels of the school.

Enjoy a round of golf with friends, or reward employees.  All sponsorships include lunch, range balls, carts, green fees, a $5,000 Hole-in-One shot and more. Following the tournament, sponsors receive a letter stating the tax deductible portion of their sponsorship level.  

For more information, please contact Charlie Brown, Director of Stewardship at cbrown@hollandhall.org.

Levels start at $1,800 for the Par Sponsor to $5,000 for the Patriot Sponsor. Details available in the Golf Tournament tab at hollandhall.org/events.

PRIMARY SCHOOL

After-school enrichment classes offered

American Girl Holiday Hootenanny!
Please join Mrs. Bucholtz and Mrs. Gollihare for... an American Girl Holiday Hootenanny! Come craft & play & we'll jingle all the way!

Who: Grades JK - 4th
When: Thursday, December 8 - 3:15-4:45 p.m.
Where: Primary School Kindergarten Pod
Pick-up: Primary School flagpole at 4:45 p.m.
Register: dalmohandis@hollandhall.org
After School Enrichment Class: $45
Maximum class size: 30

Dance Dayz Enrichment Class
Come and learn the basics of ballet and contemporary dance movement with Ms. Allison. This class will cover a basic ballet class with stretching, barre work, center floor exercises, as well as opportunities to explore the process of learning to create choreography. Other activities and styles of dance will be included. Even if this is your first time, leap into class with us!

Who: Grades K - 3rd
When: Friday, January 6 - February 24 3:15-4:30 p.m.
Where: Walter Arts Dance Studio
Pick-up: Walter Arts Center front entry at 4:30 p.m.
Register: dalmohandis@hollandhall.org
After School Enrichment Class: (8 weeks) $150
Limited class size: 14

MIDDLE SCHOOL

Craft Club

Craft Club for all Middle School grades will be on Thursday, December 8 from 3:15-4:15 p.m.

If you are interested in participating, please sign up using the CRAFT CLUB SIGN-UP GENIUS There has been a lot of interest in Craft Club and spaces are limited.

We can accommodate the first 12 people who sign-up on the sign-up genius.

After-school enrichment classes offered

American Girl Holiday Hootenanny!
Please join Mrs. Bucholtz and Mrs. Gollihare for... an American Girl Holiday Hootenanny! Come craft & play & we'll jingle all the way!

Who: Grades JK - 4th
When: Thursday, December 8 - 3:15-4:45 p.m.
Where: Primary School Kindergarten Pod
Pick-up: Primary School flagpole at 4:45 p.m.
Register: dalmohandis@hollandhall.org
After School Enrichment Class: $45
Maximum class size: 30

UPPER SCHOOL

Lessons & Carols

Please join us this Sunday, Dec. 4, for the 59th presentation of a beloved Holland Hall tradition — Lessons & Carols.  The service of Lessons & Carols, celebrated before Christmas, is the story of the birth of Jesus told through scripture and song. The Holland Hall tradition of Lessons & Carols dates to the 1960s, shortly after the school's affiliation with the Episcopal Church.

This event is open to all members of the Holland Hall community, but attendance is required for all juniors and seniors.  

Students should wear church-appropriate clothing: a sports coat or sweater for men and modest attire for ladies. (no jeans)

The service begins at 5 p.m., but students must be checked in with their Deans and in their assigned seating by at least 4:40 p.m.

Parking: Please allow time for parking downtown, although there are surrounding surface lots and street parking.

If you are unable to attend, you may join us through the livestream at the Trinity Facebook Page: www.facebook.com/trinitytulsa.

College Application January Deadlines

Seniors, if you have a January 1-6 college application deadline, ALL application materials must be submitted to college counseling NO LATER than Wednesday, December 14.

If you have a January 7-15 deadline, those applications may be processed when we return from break. PLEASE CHECK YOUR APPLICATION DEADLINES.

Reminder: The college counseling office is closed December 17 through January 3. Classes resume January 4.

REMINDER! Oklahoma's Promise Information

Oklahoma’s Promise allows students who meet certain income, academic and conduct requirements to earn a college or technology center tuition scholarship.

Qualified students must register for this program in the 8th, 9th, 10th, or 11th grade.

Click here to learn how to register.

Click here for more information about Oklahoma's Promise.

Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) information

As of October 1, the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is available for you to complete. Go to: www.studentaid.gov.

Beware of knockoff and look-alike websites. They will do the job, but you will be charged for the service. The correct site will end in .gov and have the words at the top of the page "An official website of the US Government."

If you have questions, please contact College Counseling.

Upper School 2022 Fall Semester Exam Schedule

Monday, December 12
9:00-11:00 a.m. Science
1:00-3:00 p.m. Review

Tuesday, December 13
9:00-11:00 a.m. Math
1:00-3:00 p.m. Social Studies

Wednesday, December 14
9:00-11:00 a.m. English
1:00-3:00 p.m. Tech, Religion, Review

Thursday, December 15
9:00-11:00 a.m. World Languages
1:00-3:00 p.m. Dual, Make-up