Dutch Weekly April 5 - 11
Summer Programs registration is open!
It's time to register for Holland Hall's popular Summer Programs!
This year's camp line-up is better than ever and a short seven weeks away. Join us for great adventures with Bite Size Broadway, Lego Robotics, and Makers Gonna' Make! Returning are Trains, Trucks, and Dinosaurs!, Nature Lovers Art!, and Play, Create, Explore! We look forward to seeing you soon!
Nine weekly sessions begin Session 1 on May 27-30 and running through Session 9 July 21-25.
View the 2025 Summer Programs online brochure here gotohh.org/spb .
To register April 1st, go to hollandhall.org/summer or click here for more information about Summer Programs.
Online Auction opens Monday!
Get ready! The Gezellig online auction opens Monday! Preview the catalog now for a diverse selection, including premier parking, unique Dutch experiences, soccer tickets and fine art. Plus, discover curated packages from parent and alumni businesses.
To participate, visit the online auction here, click “Sign Up” in the top right corner and follow the prompts to set up your account. The complete catalog will be accessible after registration.
Click here to start browsing the online auction!
Bidding opens April 7 at 8 a.m. and closes April 11 at 9 p.m.
⏰ Parental Choice Tax Credit priority deadline is April 19
If you plan to apply for the Parental Choice Tax Credit, make sure to submit your application before 9 a.m. on April 19 to be considered during the priority window.
👉 Apply here: https://oktap.tax.ok.gov
Priority consideration is open to eligible students whose parents or legal guardians have a combined federal AGI that does not exceed $150,000.
Chamber Strings and Jazz Band Concert is April 9
When: Wednesday, April 9, at 7 p.m.
Where: Newman Studio Theatre
Join us as the Upper School students perform before they take selected works to the state contest.
Last Mahjong meet-up of the year set
Please join us April 17 for our last Mahjong event of the year. It has been so much fun getting to know new people as well as seeing familiar faces. Whether you are new to mahjong or have a group you want to play with, we hope that you will sign up for this fun event.
Lands' End spring uniform sale is here
Coming soon! Tommy Hilfiger is now an approved uniform vendor
In addition to C&J and Lands End, Tommy Hilfiger will soon have a section with Holland Hall uniforms. Stay tuned!
Run Wild at the Tulsa Zoo Run with Holland Hall!
Ready, set, ROAR! Holland Hall has a team for the Tulsa Zoo Run taking place on Saturday, April 12. This race is perfect for families of all abilities and ages! There are multiple distances (1mi, 5k, and 10k) participants can partake it. Your registration also includes entry to the zoo after the race. Reach out to Coach McCrary at smccrary@hollandhall.org if you have any questions! Go DUTCH!
Click here for more information.
Take advantage of free HH athletic physicals
All Holland Hall students are required to keep a current annual physical exam on file in order to attend classes, participate in athletics and/or attend a sports/athletic camp during Summer Programs.
Advanced Orthopedics of Oklahoma is offering physical exams
When: Tuesday, May 6, at 5:15 p.m.
Where: AOOK, Cityplex Towers, 2406 East 81st Street, Suite 290, Tulsa, OK 74137
Cost: Free for HH students.
For HH students entering 6th-12th grades in 2025-26.
Please use this form.
FROM THE NURSES:
Measles update
Per the OSDH, there have now been 10 cases of measles in Oklahoma. To keep up with the latest on measles in Oklahoma, go to OK Measles Case Summary.
The symptoms of measles are cough, runny nose, red eyes, fever, and later, a rash develops.
Remember, measles is highly contagious. If you have any symptoms or may have been exposed to the measles, do not go to a medical facility. Isolate yourself and contact your health care provider immediately.
The best way to prevent measles is with the measles vaccine(s). If you have questions about your (or your child’s) immunization status, please contact your physician.
If you have any other questions, feel free to contact Kathleen Alabbasi, RN, or Kimberly Seabolt, RN at nurse@hollandhall.org.
Measles Fact Sheet from Oklahoma State Department of Health
PRIMARY SCHOOL
PS Free Dress on April 10
Under orders of PS Head of School for the Day Max Weikle, next Thursday, April 10 will be a free dress day.
If your child wants their turn to be Head for the Day, make sure you check out Gezellig, the school's online auction, which begins Monday!
Girl Scout troops forming at Holland Hall
Does your daughter want to join Girl Scouts? Girls Scout’s mission is to build courage, confidence, and character in girls to make the world a better place. New K-3rd grade troops are now forming at Holland Hall for Fall 2025. Get more information and find out how to be involved! We have two Girl Scout Rally dates for your convenience:
Date #2: Tuesday, April 8, at 6 p.m. in the Primary School Multi-Purpose room.
Click here to learn more about the Girl Scouts.
For questions, contact Suzanne Dodson (current 10th grade troop leader) at 918-625-3405 or Suzann1701@gmail.com.
Jon Agee visiting author (VIA) book orders due soon!
Noted author and illustrator Jon Agee will on campus on April 14 for the annual VIA program in the Primary School.
Students can still bring back the the visiting author order forms.
Click the links below or visit our PS Library website to order from the PS Library online and to learn more about the books.
Students can have their books signed by the author the day of the visit. Order soon while supplies last.
Books ordered from the Holland Hall Primary School Library help make this event possible. Thanks for your support!
Music Class sharing days set
1st and 2nd grade Music Classes would like to invite you to their music class!
1st Grade
RED color group - April 9 at 1 p.m.
BLUE color group - April 9 at 1:40 p.m.
YELLOW color group - April 16 at 1 p.m.
GREEN color group - April 16 at 1:40 p.m.
2nd Grade
RED color group - April 10 at 10:55 a.m.
BLUE color group - April 10 at 11:40 a.m.
YELLOW color group - April 17 at 10:55 a.m.
GREEN color group - April 17 at 11:40 a.m.
3rd Graders to sing the National Anthem
On April 15 members of the 3rd grade class will sing the National Anthem at the Holland Hall varsity girls soccer game at Hardesty Field.
Students will meet Mrs. Swisher near the south stadium gate at 5 p.m. to prepare for the anthem! Go DUTCH!
Bring your PS students to the Spring Soccer Social on April 15
This is a great opportunity to cheer on our varsity soccer programs and your fellow 3rd graders as they kick off the evening singing the National Anthem. The Athletic Department will be providing hamburger or hot dog meals for the whole family, along with no admission night! Giveaways and a shootout against Dutch at halftime of the girls game.
After-school enrichment opportunities available
It's An All American Girl Doll Eggtravaganza!
Bring your favorite American Girl Doll or stuffed animal to celebrate Easter! We will play games, have special treats, and have an Easter Egg Hunt with your friends and Mrs. Connor!
Day & Time: Tuesday, April 8 - 3:00-4:30 p.m.
Grades: K-3rd
Where: PS 1st grade pod
Pick-up: Primary School flagpole at 4:30 p.m.
Cost: $45
Class size: 20
Register: dalmohandis@hollandhall.org
Please let us know if your child will need to go to aftercare.
MIDDLE SCHOOL
Sakawa vs Wanata Track Meet is coming soon!
The Holland Hall Sakawa vs Wanata Track Meet is approaching quickly! Which team will come out on top this year — red or blue!? Parents recently received a detail with more information. Reach out to your child's PE teacher if you have any questions. Go Dutch!
4th Grade - Coach Gray, kgray@hollandhall.org
5th Grade - Coach Gunter, tgunter@hollandhall.org
6th Grade - Coach McCrary, smccrary@hollandhall.org
Practice girls basketball drills and skills after school
Girls Youth Basketball Drills & Skills!
Are you ready to work on the fundamentals of basketball? Coach Savage wants to assist you in improving your dribbling, shooting and passing. She graduated from Holland Hall in 2015, where she scored over 1000 points for the Dutch. Coach continued playing college basketball at Austin College, where she earned all conference honors all four years. Coach Ann Savage is a part of the Holland Hall basketball coaching staff and is excited to work with the future Dutch basketball stars.
Who: Grades 4-8
When: April 1 - May 6 (6 weeks), Girls - Tuesday - 3:30-4:30 p.m.
Where: Middle School Gym
Pick-up: East circle drive behind the Middle School
Register: dalmohandis@hollandhal.org
Class fee: $120 (invoice to be generated through Procare)
Maximum class size: 20
MS service efforts to focus on campus
Given the many disruptions this term, the student council has decided to shift its service efforts to on-campus opportunities rather than spending Wednesday, April 30, off-site. Instead, they will be working on ways to serve the school community during non-academic windows over the coming weeks.
Our goal is to provide meaningful opportunities for students to contribute without impacting instructional time. We will keep you updated as plans develop and appreciate your support in encouraging participation.
Meet author Kwame Alexander at a local library
Author and poet Kwame Alexander, winner of the Anne V. Zarrow Award for Young Readers' Literature, will visit Hardesty Regional Library on May 2nd at 6 p.m. Alexander has written over 40 books, many of which are widely popular in our MS Library: "The Crossover," "The Undefeated," "Swing," and "The Door of No Return" for example. Join Mrs. Pohl and Mrs. Childress on May 2 for a celebration of storytelling and creativity at Hardesty Regional Library.
Click here for more information.
3rd to 4th Grade Parent Open House is May 6
WHAT: Fourth Grade Parent Open House
WHEN: 5 p.m. Wednesday, May 6. Presentation begins at 5:45 p.m. in the library
WHO: This evening is for parents only
We are arranging for all 3rd-grade students to visit 4th grade and middle school during the school day on Wednesday, May 6. They will spend time with teachers in the classrooms, as well as tour the Tandy, the library, and the gym. You will see more details about this from your 3rd grade teachers.
That same evening (Wednesday, May 6), we will host a parent Open House beginning at 5 p.m. This time will be for you to meet the teachers, visit classrooms, and walk around the middle school. At 5:45 p.m., we will have a presentation in the Middle School Library. You will meet deans, counselors, and learning support folks as we all share a bit about what you can expect in the next phase of your child's educational path.
As you may already know, the structure of a typical school day is quite different in middle school. Instead of being assigned to one teacher and staying with that teacher for the majority of the day, each fourth-grader will be assigned to a homeroom/Advisory*. During the school day, the students will rotate between classes with their homeroom group.
Middle School Advisory Placement Policy
Our goal is to create balanced, inclusive, and supportive advisory groups where every student can thrive. The placement process involves careful consideration of various factors, including academic diversity, social-emotional well-being, and group dynamics. To ensure fairness and equal consideration for all students, we will not be taking or honoring specific requests for teachers or classmates. This policy allows our faculty to thoughtfully create environments that support each student’s growth and foster a positive learning community. Thank you for trusting us to make decisions with the best interests of your child and the entire school community in mind.
In 4th grade, students have their own iPads and emails and focus on learning to use technology in a responsible manner while also using technology to support and enhance learning. Students in 4th grade also learn to keep a daily agenda to help manage their time and their work. Unlike the “specials” schedule in the PS, 4th grade has two different rotation periods in the school day. Students are exposed to Spanish, French, Drama, Library, Technology and Religious Education while continuing to experience Art, Music, and P.E.
6th-8th Grade Exams are May 12-14
8th Grade Promotion
The 8th Grade Promotion is set for Thursday, May 15, at 6 p.m. in Branch Theater with a dance following until 8:30 p.m.
UPPER SCHOOL
Join us for a college fair on the Holland Hall campus
Holland Hall is excited to announce that we are partnering with the Great Plains Association of College Admissions Counseling (GPACAC) to host the Tulsa area college fair. We will have ~35 colleges and universities in attendance to offer more information about their institutions and answer your questions.
Financial Aid Session presented by Oklahoma State University from 6:30-7 p.m.
Interested in attending? Please pre-register for the college fair–it’s free, easy and saves youtime! Visit www.StriveFair.com to create your personalized barcode. Show your barcode tocolleges who will scan it to send you more information about their schools. The day after the fair, you will receive a report with information on colleges with whom you scanned.We hope you will be able to join us on Monday, April 14! Please invite your friends from other schools as the fair is open to the public!
Questions? Please contact Ashlee Lowry at alowry@hollandhall.org.
Varsity Cheer clinic and tryouts set
Cheer clinic and tryouts for Varsity Cheer will be held in the Primary School gym on these dates.
Clinic
Wednesday, April 9, 4:30 - 5:30 p.m.
Thursday, April 17, 4:30 - 5:30 p.m.
Tryouts
Wednesday, April 23, 4 p.m. - until finished.
SmartTrack College Funding Webinar recording available
We had a great College Funding webinar. If we missed you, no worries, you can still learn What Every Parent Needs to Know Now about Paying Less for College. The on-demand link will only be available for a limited time so be sure to view it soon.
Click here to view the recording.
Next Step: We are providing our 9th-11th grade families with a no-cost, no-obligation professional College Funding Evaluation because we know how important the financial piece of college planning is, and that it starts as early as 9th grade. We highly recommend you take advantage of this opportunity to ‘stress-test’ your current funding plans.
Click here to create your complimentary SMARTTRACK® Parent account. Answer the general questions in the quick Assessment (necessary in order to get personalized, professional feedback!)
Get your confidential Evaluation
If you already have an account, bookmark this page to login anytime. One parent account per household.
We hope you’ll take advantage of these valuable resources.
Reminders about US absences
Attendance Policy
Parents must inform Mrs. Alford, US Attendance Coordinator, by 8 a.m. at USattendance@hollandhall.org or 539-476-8287 if a student will be absent from school or tardy to school.
Planned Absences
Students who have a planned school-related absence OR personal absence need to complete an absence form. This requires them to meet with each teacher to discuss any work they may miss while they are out. The form should be completed, signed by a parent, and then turned in to Mrs. Alford prior to the scheduled absence. These forms can be found in the US Business Office by Mrs. Alford’s desk.
Arriving Late/Leaving Early
Parents must notify Mrs. Alford via email or phone call if their student(s) will arrive late to or leave early from campus. Students should communicate directly with teachers to discuss any work they missed due to their late arrival or early departure.
Weekly summer program suggestions from College Counseling
Please contact Ashlee Lowry at alowry@hollandhall.org for more information about any of these programs.