Dutch Weekly February 4 - 10
DUTCH WEEKLY: February 4-10
ALL-SCHOOL NEWS
Winter Warmth Drive
The Upper School Winter Warmth Drive will continue through February 14. Bring new or gently used socks, gloves, scarves, jackets, beanies, sweaters, blankets etc. The clothing items will be donated to a local charity that serves the Tulsa homeless.
Yearbook staff is coming down to their final two deadlines
Yearbooks are on sale, online at Jostens.com, until March 1 for $75. Prices go up to $100 on March 2 online through April 1 or whenever we sell out, whichever comes first.
Click here to order now.
Uniform sale
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If your uniforms are fitting a little short, it may be time to restock. A+ — formerly C&J — is running a sale through Feb. 4.
Parents' Association seeking nominations
Nominate yourself or other HH parents/guardians to serve on the 2023-24 PA Council. This is a great way to meet other parents and help support the school.
You can read about these positions by clicking here.
New merchandise available in the DutchZone
The forecast is calling for colder temperatures, so come get new zipped hoodies and colorful crewnecks in the DutchZone! Hours are 8-10 a.m. and 2-4 p.m. Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays. We also have a selection of gently used outerwear and uniforms in the Dutch Exchange, which is now housed in the DutchZone.
We also need volunteers in the DutchZone — especially on Wednesdays. Volunteers get a 20 percent discount in the store the day they work and get the first peek at new merchandise! Sign up here!
2023 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.
Play golf and benefit Holland Hall
The 29th annual Holland Hall Golf Tournament is set for Monday, May 15, at Meadowbrook Country Club. Proceeds help fund the physical education and athletics programs at all levels. To sponsor a team, email Director of Stewardship Charlie Brown at cbrown@hollandhall.org.
Free adult rowing clinic set
When: Feb. 18, 10 a.m. to noon
Where: The University of Tulsa (Mabee Gymnasium Building)
The clinic will be run by 1992 Great Britain Junior National Team Member, Division I Athlete, USRowing Level III Coach, Neil Bergenroth.
Bergenroth has led the Tulsa Youth Rowing Association to success and growth on a National and International Stage, brings 30 years of experience in the sport, and now specializes in coaching professional development and various rowing outreach projects in the Tulsa community.
The free clinic will start at 10 am and conclude at noon. The clinic’s primary goal is to teach rowing fundamentals that help improve technique and performance on the Concept2 rowing machine.
At the end of the clinic, there will be a discussion about our rowing programs for adults, and youth and our RowingSTEM outreach initiatives, and we ask that in return for the free instruction, you stay for this discussion. Our mission is to help make rowing a more inclusive and accessible sport in Tulsa. In addition, our STEM curriculum provides a framework to help students learn science and develop healthy lifestyles.
Click here to register.
Click here for more information.
See 'Cinderella' with a discounted rate
Tulsa Ballet is offering Holland Hall families the opportunity to see "Cinderella," on Feb. 9-12.
Enter code GHH23CIND to reserve your $38 tickets.
PRIMARY SCHOOL
Primary School Parent Association meeting set
Please join us for our third Primary School Parent Association meeting on Wednesday, Feb. 8, at 9:30 a.m. We will be discussing how to get involved in your Holland Hall community. This will be a virtual event, so be watching for the link in the coming weeks. Hope to see you there!
Teacher Appreciation Week
HH teachers and staff are the PRIDE of our school! Please help us celebrate Teacher Appreciation Week February 13-17! Use the sign up genius link to bring an item or help out this special week.
After-school enrichment classes offered
American Girl Valentine's Soirée
Join Mrs. Bucholtz and Mrs. Gollihare for an after-school Valentine's Party! We will make fun Valentine's Day crafts and delight in a snack at the magical event. Dolls are welcome but not required. If you like, bring your favorite stuffie instead! *See rescheduled date below.
Who: Grades PreK - 4th
When: Tuesday, February 7 - 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
Class fee: $45
Maximum class size: 30
MIDDLE SCHOOL
Mark your calendar for MS PA meetings
We hope Middle School parents can join us for two upcoming Parents' Association meetings.
February 7: 8:30 a.m. (in-person in the A.R. and Marylouise Tandy Dining and Wellness Center)
April 4: 8:30 a.m. (virtual — watch Dutch Weekly for a Google Meet code closer to the event)
Help support MS Teacher Appreciation Week
Join the Parents' Association in recognizing the wonderful teachers and staff of Holland Hall during February 13-17.
If you'd like to donate any needed items, please review the Sign-Up Genius link below.
Notes of Appreciation:
MS Hospitality committee are encouraging students and parents who are comfortable doing so to send a handwritten note or an email one or more faculty members during this week. This can be office staff, specials teachers or a past advisory.
After-school enrichment classes offered
American Girl Valentine's Soirée
Join Mrs. Bucholtz and Mrs. Gollihare for an after-school Valentine's Party! We will make fun Valentine's Day crafts and delight in a snack at the magical event. Dolls are welcome but not required. If you like, bring your favorite stuffie instead! *See rescheduled date below.
Who: Grades PreK - 4th
When: Tuesday, February 7 - 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
Class fee: $45
Maximum class size: 30
MS Uniforms for 2023-24 school year
Starting with the 2023-24 school year, the Middle School shirts will be navy.
This year’s gray shirts — which were discontinued — and the cardinal red shirts may be worn for the 2023-24 school year.
Girls also will be able to wear khaki skirts, pants or shorts, as well as the navy or plaid skirts.
You may buy the navy shirts from C&J or Lands’ End, both of which will have logoed shirts in a Dry-Fit material, as well as a pique cotton. A+ Uniforms — former C&J — will have a closeout stock of gray shirts at a discounted price if you’d like to replenish your supply.
Families also may buy navy polos without logos and have them embroidered from a list of preferred vendors in the Tulsa area, or from the DutchZone. More details to come.
UPPER SCHOOL
Teacher Appreciation Week
Please help us celebrate the amazing US teachers and staff during February 13-17! See sign-up genius below.
Summer opportunities are on the horizon
It's time to begin conversations with your student about his/her 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