Dutch Weekly February 24 - March 1
Boys Basketball hosting OSSAA 5A Regional Tournament
Cheer on the Boys Varsity basketball team at home tonight at 7:30 p.m. against Coweta in the Regional Tournament Finals.
ADMISSION: $7 for students and adults online and $10 cash at the gate. OSSAA playoff passes only. The admission gate is located on the northwest corner of the Upper School Gym.
The Girls basketball team will play Sapulpa at 3:30 p.m. today at Sapulpa.
This is the final yearbook post before the 2024 book goes to press!
One week from today — March 1 — we will have sent all 288 pages to the printer and our price jumps from $75 to $100. Books will continue to sell online for $100 until sold out. This year's US signing will take place May 3, and books for other grades will be distributed directly to classrooms.
Click here to order today.
Teacher and Staff Appreciation Week is here
The PA is asking each and every parent or caregiver of a Holland Hall Student to take a few moments this coming week to send an email, write a letter, or give a thank you in person, to a staff or faculty member who has helped you or your child this year. Taking a moment to express your gratitude and appreciation is true and genuine gift.
Thank you!
Students selected to Southwest ACDA Honor Choir
Emily Bergenroth '27, Madison Watts '27, Bodie Duvall '24, Lily Anagnost '24 and Sarah Myers '27 will be attending the Southwest American Choral Directors Association Honor Choirs next week in Denver. They will rehearse from Feb. 28-March 1, with a culminating performance on 3/2. This is an auditioned choir of students from around the Southwest, and it is a huge honor and testament of the talent of the students who are selected to attend. Please congratulate these student on their hard work!
ICYMI: The Demand Project slides from Feb. 7
The Parent Association enjoyed having The Demand Project present on February 7th. The shared lots of good information so we asked if we could share some information with our HH families. Below are a few slides and a PSA.
Click here to view the slides.
Click here to view the PSA.
College Forum is rare chance to speak to admission deans
Plan to join us Monday evening, March 4, at 6 p.m. for the 38th annual College Forum in the A.R. and Marylouise Tandy Dining and Wellness Center's Lawson Conference Room. This event is free and open to the public.
Holland Hall’s annual College Forum is sponsored by the College Counseling office. It is the first program of its kind in Oklahoma and has a wonderful and rich history. Dating back to 1985, this event hosts top college admission professionals from across the United States. These experts in their field will discuss current trends in college admission, talk a bit about their own institutions, and answer any questions you might have.
No RSVP required. Invite your friends!
Questions about this event? Contact Brent Casey, Director of College Counseling, bcasey@hollandhall.org.
Save the Date for Holland Hall's 2nd Annual Giving Day! 🌷
One Day. One Dutch. is Holland Hall's annual day of giving. Together, we will make a difference for Holland Hall students and faculty! Your gift will help meet our goal of 250 donors and unlock match and challenge gifts throughout the day.
Click here to learn more.
2024 Goddard Scholarships for 6th and 9th grade students available
The Les and Ellen Goddard Merit Scholarship Program provides outstanding 6th and 9th grade students the opportunity to attend Holland Hall as merit scholars. The Scholarship Committee selects recipients on the basis of entrance exam test scores, recommendations, grades from the candidate’s present school, and a personal interview. The program is open to all new students entering 6th and 9th grades in 2023-2024 and current Holland Hall 8th-graders.
Click here for for more information.
Upper School spring play starts March 7
When: March 7-9, 7 p.m.
Where: Newman Studio Theatre in the Walter Arts Center
Tickets: $10 Adults and $7 Students. Click here to purchase tickets.
Grandpa Vanderhof and his wacky family, the Sycamores, have been happily living their zany lives in his house by Columbia University in New York for many years. This family (and their friends) are a madcap group of eccentrics, marching to the beat of their own drum, with pride and joy. But when practical young Alice Sycamore becomes engaged to her company’s vice president, Tony Kirby, the Vanderhof/Sycamore clan must straighten up to meet the new in-laws. It isn’t until Grandpa’s wise speech to Mr. Kirby about the importance of living life to the fullest that the two families find a way to accept each other, and love conquers all. "You Can’t Take It With You" is a madcap, idealistic comedy that reinforces the idea that you can only live life to the fullest by doing whatever makes you happy.
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About our downtown
The nonprofit group Downtown Tulsa Partnership is working on a Curbside Haiku public art initiative. Each spring, DTP and partners adorn Downtown’s public right-of-way with poetry and visual art celebrating the neighborhood’s vibrancy and inclusivity.
Students of all ages in the Tulsa metro are encouraged to submit up to (5) five haiku about Downtown Tulsa. Teaching and support staff are welcome to submit, too! The application deadline is 11:59 p.m. on Friday, March 1.
It's not too late to be a patron for Gezellig 2024!
Patron benefits and registration can be found here. Contact Sydney May at smay@hollandhall.org for more information.
Gezellig 2024: Join the committee
When: Feb. 20, 1:30-2:30 p.m.
Where: Self Conference Room, located in the Tandy Wellness Center
The Gezellig Committee will meet next week to continue our planning! If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to contact Co-Chairs Kulsum Siddiqui kulsumzsiddiqui@gmail.com Bronya Zamarin thezamarins@comcast.net, or Diane Shen dshen@hollandhall.org. We look forward to seeing you!
Sign up for the Tulsa Zoo Run on Saturday, April 20!
Distances vary from the 1 mile fun run/walk, 5k (3.1mi), and 10k (6.2mi). All abilities, grade levels, and family members are welcome! Registration includes free admission to the zoo following the race, as well as a shirt.
Register with the access code ZOORUN24 and be sure to select Holland Hall as your school in the drop down.
Click here to register.
Reach out to Coach McCrary, smccrary@hollandhall.org, if you have any questions. Registration link can be found below. Run, Dutch, Run!
Tulsa Ballet's 'Romeo & Juliet' offers HH discount
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This emotionally stunning ballet combines intensity and passion to portray William Shakespeare’s tragic story of two star-crossed lovers. Commissioned by Tulsa Ballet in 2012 to star choreographer Edwaard Liang, Dance Magazine celebrated the production by saying that Liang’s “inventive choreography served the story with flair.” Join us for an evening full of romance, delightful moments of comedy, thrilling sword-fighting and one of literature’s most heart-breaking conclusions.
FROM THE NURSE
Heads up about Lice (pun intended)
What are head lice? Head lice are tiny parasites that feed on blood from the human scalp.
What are the symptoms of head lice? Excessive itching/scratching, “tickling feeling” in hair and on scalp, sleeplessness, sores on head from scratching.
Who is at risk for head lice? There are 6-12 million cases of lice each year, primarily in children from 3-11 years old in the U.S. However, anyone can get head lice and it is common worldwide.
Head lice crawl, but cannot hop, jump, or fly. So, anyone who comes in head–to-head contact with someone who has lice (like during sleepovers, close contact play, etc.) is at greatest risk. Spread of lice through items (like combs, scarves, etc.) is possible, but uncommon. Personal hygiene or cleanliness does not play a factor.
Disease or nuisance? While they are a nuisance, head lice are not a medical or public health hazard as they are not known to spread disease.
How do I check for head lice? You must closely examine the hair/scalp by parting the hair in sections. Nits (lice eggs) can be white to dark colored ovals that are attached firmly within ¼ inch of the scalp. They are most commonly seen around the back of the neck and behind the ears. Lice are the size of a sesame seed and are more difficult to see because they move quickly. (See more detailed information here.)
What do I do if I think my child has lice? There are many over-the-counter and prescription treatments for a lice infestation. Contact your pediatrician for guidance. Whatever method you use, please be sure to follow the directions thoroughly. It is also recommended you remove all lice and nits by hand after treatment, check all household members for lice and treat the home environment (bedding, stuffed animals, etc.)
Follow up? Do daily head checks and nit/lice removal for the next 10-14 days.
Your child may need a second treatment on day 7-10 if nits or lice are still found.
Continued head checks year round as part of your child’s routine hygiene, are recommended, but especially for a couple of weeks after a sleepover or camp.
More information about Head Lice from the Oklahoma State Department of Health.
UPPER SCHOOL
Attend the 9th and 10th grade Parent College Chats
Who: 9th Grade families
When: Monday, February 26, 5:30-6:30 p.m.
Where: US Lecture Center
Come meet with the college counseling team for a college preparation discussion relevant to a 9th grade student.
Who: 10th Grade families
When: Monday, February 26, 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Where: US Lecture Center
Just after the 9th Grade chat, college counseling will host the 10th grade parents for a discussion relating more to 10th grade students and the college process.
Summer opportunities are on the horizon
It's time to begin conversations with your student about plans to explore academic programs, jobs, volunteer positions, etc.
Each week, we'll showcase various programs at universities throughout the country and local options!
Follow College Counseling on social media for highlights about these programs:
Facebook - Holland Hall College Counselors
Instagram - hhcollegecounseling
MIDDLE SCHOOL
After-School Enrichment opportunities open to MS
Easter - American Girl Style!
Come have a Hippity-Hoppity fun time with Mrs. Bucholtz and Mrs. Gollihare as we celebrate Easter ~ American Girl Style! We will craft up something "eggstra-special" for you and your favorite friend, provide an "eggcellent" snack, have an "eggciting" Easter egg hunt, and an "eggstremely" fun day of play!
Who: Grades PreK - 4th
When: Wednesday, March 6 - 3-4:30 p.m.
Where: Primary School Kindergarten Pod
Pick-up: Primary School flagpole at 4:30 p.m.
Register: almohandis@hollandhall.org
Class fee: $45
Maximum class size: 30
PRIMARY SCHOOL
American Girl program open to PS students
Easter ~ American Girl Style!
Come have a Hippity-Hoppity fun time with Mrs. Bucholtz and Mrs. Gollihare as we celebrate Easter ~ American Girl Style! We will craft up something "eggstra-special" for you and your favorite friend, provide an "eggcellent" snack, have an "eggciting" Easter egg hunt, and an "eggstremely" fun day of play!
Who: Grades PreK - 4th
When: Wednesday, March 6 - 3:00-4:30 p.m.
Where: Primary School Kindergarten Pod
Pick-up: Primary School flagpole at 4:30 p.m.
Register: almohandis@hollandhall.org
Class fee: $45
Maximum class size: 30