Dutch Weekly Dec. 2 - 8
60th annual Service of Lessons and Carols is Dec. 3
When: Sunday, December 3
Where: Trinity Episcopal Church (501 S. Cincinnati Ave, Tulsa, OK 74103)
Schedule
2:30 p.m. - Alumni/Faculty Choir Rehearsal
4:30 p.m. - Juniors & Seniors check-in
5:00 p.m. - Service Begins
6:30 p.m. - Alumni Reception (The Vault Restaurant)
This year will mark the 60th anniversary of the annual Lessons and Carols Service at Trinity Episcopal Church. Holland Hall Alumni and retired faculty will join the Concert Choir and current faculty on Sun, Dec. 3 at 5 p.m. during this service. Please see the Alumni page on the Holland Hall website if you would like to participate in the choir.
All current Holland Hall juniors and seniors are required to attend Lessons and Carols. Students are required to dress appropriately for this formal church service (sport coat/jacket required for young men) and to check-in with the Upper School Deans by 4:30 p.m. at Trinity. Please contact the US Deans with any questions regarding the requirements.
The Service of Lessons & Carols may be watched on the Facebook page of Trinity Episcopal Church or found at this link.
Tax Credit deadline delayed
Oklahoma's third-party contractor, Merit, has had trouble processing the Parental Choice Tax Credit forms from the many independent and private schools in the state, and announced a delay in opening the portal.
Families can now start their application on Wednesday, Dec. 6, at 2 p.m.
The Enrollment Verification Forms will be emailed to you from help@merits.com. You will register for the tax credit on Dec. 6 here.
If your family does not receive a form, the school would like to know. Please email taxcreditquestions@hollandhall.org if you have not received the form by early next week.
Join the PA for a virtual conversation about healthy tech boundaries
Join the Parents' Association for a lunch-and-learn virtual conversation and Q and A for parents in all branches of the school.
Presenters: Ryan Myers, Cassie Gray, Micah Keyan and Dana Renken
When: Friday, December 8, 12-1 p.m.
Location: Virtual - https://meet.google.com/suv-ouxb-eni or by phone, dial +1 513-486-2491 and enter this PIN: 591 591 052#
Research and anecdotal experience shows that technology boundaries is important to kids' overall health. But how do you set and enforce technology boundaries that make sense for your child and your family? How do you use technology to connect with your family instead of creating distance? At what ages should children have access to social media, multiplayer games, the internet? How can you use the parental features embedded in your iPhone, iPad, and Mac based computer system to set limits for your child and to monitor their technology use?
Traffic delays expected the week of December 11th
The main gate on campus will be narrowed to two lanes the week of December 11th to start work on a gatehouse. Please be watching your emails for information on traffic and more that week.
Middle School and Upper School Band Concert set
Join the Middle and Upper School Band program for it's annual first-semester concert.
When: Wednesday, December 6
Time: Theatre doors open at 6:30 p.m., Performance at 7 p.m.
Where: Branch Theatre in the Walter Arts Center
Need a teacher gift? DutchDash it! Plus extended hours
The Dutch Zone will be open extended hours through Dec. 15, and by appointment the Dec. 18-20!
Find new products — like limited edition ornaments made by Upper School chemistry teacher Emily Lim, Apple Watch bands and even custom cocoa bombs from a Holland Hall parent!
Gift wrapping is available upon request.
Yearbooks on sale for early-bird price
Yearbooks are on sale now for $75, and include content for all grades. Personalized book sales end Jan 26, and regular book sales end March 1. After March 1, price goes up to $100 per book.
2024 Gezellig auction needs your help
The Gezellig committee is requesting donations such as a gift cards, weekend getaway package, vacation homes, merchandise, spa and beauty items, artwork, or any other services and experiences, to help make the school's auction a success.
This is a fantastic way for a business to gain exposure and your contribution will be a crucial part of our fundraising efforts and help us achieve our goals.
In return for your generous donation, we will recognize your support during our promotion of the online auction and through social media.
Please let us know If you have any questions or would like to make arrangements to pick up donation items.
Bronya Zamarin
thezamarins@comcast.net
713-962-3837
Kulsum Siddiqui
kulsumzsiddiqui@gmail.com
918-671-2404
Gezellig Committee meeting reminder
When: Thursday, Dec 7, 2023
Time: 1:30-2:45 p.m.
Where: Self Conference Room in the Tandy Building
Holland Hall discount offered for 'The Nutcracker'
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Tulsa Ballet invites you to step into the enchanting world of "The Nutcracker," a timeless holiday tale where a young girl is transported to a magical realm filled with dancing snowflakes, a gallant prince, and the Sugar Plum Fairy. Follow her whimsical journey through a dreamy wonderland and be swept away by the joyous melodies and breathtaking ballet that will captivate audiences of all ages.
UPPER SCHOOL
Senior parents, ads created by yearbook staff are due today
Please send to senior editor Mia Weinstein, journalism21@hollandhall.org. If your professional photographer is submitting the ad photo, please have them send to ssokolosky@hollandhall.org.
Looking ahead, professional ads are due Jan. 12. Please work with your designer now to be on time for this important deadline.
FAFSA information session set
Senior Families: Plan to join Vicki Hendrickson, Director of Student Financial Services at the University of Tulsa, Monday evening, December 11, from 6-7 p.m. for an information session on all-things college financial aid. Vicki has been our guest for many years and is highly regarded as the local expert on the topic. The government release date of the FAFSA is still projected to be the "end of December," so plan to be ready as soon as it's announced. This discussion Q&A will help!
When: Monday, December 11
Time: 6-7 p.m.
Where: US Lecture Center
Questions about this event? Contact Brent Casey in the College Counseling office at bcasey@hollandhall.org or 539-476-8232.
MIDDLE SCHOOL
MS spring sport enrollment due
Middle School Spring sport enrollment was sent to 7th and 8th graders this week and is due on Wednesday, Dec. 6.
Spring sports include Track, Baseball, Soccer, Dance, Tennis, Golf, and Physical Education. Some sports may require a tryout or be cancelled depending on the enrollment numbers.
Please contact Coach Lawson at clawson@hollandhall.org if you have any questions.
2023 Middle School Holiday Spirit Week
Regular Uniform Mon-Thur except for theme of day
Monday, December 11 - HOLIDAY T-SHIRT DAY
Tuesday, December 12 - HOLIDAY SWEATER DAY
Wednesday, December 13 - HOLIDAY ACCESSORY DAY
Thursday, December 14 - HOLIDAY MOVIE CHARACTER DAY
Friday, December 15 - HOLIDAY PAJAMA DAY
Middle School after-school enrichment starts
American Girl Holiday Hootenanny!
Please join Mrs. Bucholtz and Mrs. Gollihare for... an American Girl Holiday Hootenanny! Come craft & play & let's J-I-N-G-L-E all the way! 🎄🎅🏼🎄🎅🏼🎄
Who: Grades JK - 5th
When: Wednesday, December 6 - 3:00-4:30 p.m.
Where: Primary School Kindergarten Pod
Pick-up: Primary School flagpole at 4:30 p.m.
Register: dalmohandis@hollandhall.org
Class fee: $45
Maximum class size: 30
Please let us know if your child needs to go to After Care following this event.
PRIMARY SCHOOL
PS Kids Heart Challenge a huge success
A special thank you to all PS families who participated in our 22nd annual Kids Heart Challenge benefiting the American Heart Association. This year was a huge success, raising a total of $33,381.37 helping to bring awareness to heart health and hands only CPR. The PS PE staff wishes you a wonderful Thanksgiving and a happy and safe holiday season.
Coach Owens, Underwood and Wright
PS PE Teachers
Primary School after-school enrichment starts
American Girl Holiday Hootenanny!
Please join Mrs. Bucholtz and Mrs. Gollihare for... an American Girl Holiday Hootenanny! Come craft & play & let's J-I-N-G-L-E all the way! 🎄🎅🏼🎄🎅🏼🎄
Who: Grades JK - 5th
When: Wednesday, December 6 - 3:00-4:30 p.m.
Where: Primary School Kindergarten Pod
Pick-up: Primary School flagpole at 4:30 p.m.
Register: dalmohandis@hollandhall.org
Class fee: $45
Maximum class size: 30
Please let us know if your child needs to go to After Care following this event.