Dutch Weekly February 8 - 14
Teacher & Staff Appreciation Week is Feb 10 - 14
The Parents Association has a fun week planned for our Teachers and Staff. The theme this year is "Eat, Praise, Love," where they will EAT a New York style breakfast, an Italian lunch and later in the week Bali-Hall coffee/snacks.
We are asking for parents and students to please show your PRAISE with a homemade card or email to your teachers. They would LOVE to hear from you! Especially on Valentine's Day.
Find out how you can help shape our amazing Parents' Association!
Do you want to feel more connected and involved at Holland Hall?
Do you want to work with interesting people in a volunteer job that uses your skills and fits your interests and schedule?
The Parents' Association is seeking parents who want to invest their talents and time into making our school even stronger.
Click here to learn more about the many volunteer opportunities available.
Click here to view all the job descriptions.
There is a volunteer opportunity for every interest and schedule!
Learn more and sign up to support our school today through February 10!
Meet College Admission Deans at the 39th annual College Forum
When: Monday, March 3, 6-7:30 p.m.
Where: Holland Hall All Saints Chapel
Join us Monday, March 3, at 6 p.m. for the 39th annual College Forum in All Saints Chapel on the Holland Hall campus. This event is free and open to the public. No RSVP is required.
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 overall current trends in college admission, talk a bit about their institutions, and answer any questions you might have.
Click here to submit questions for the deans in advance.
Direct any questions about the event to Ben Brown, Director of College Counseling, bbrown@hollandhall.org.
Yearbook Countdown is on
21 more days to purchase your yearbook for $75. Price increases to $100 on March 1 until books sell out.
Call for online auction donations!
Holland Hall’s online auction is right around the corner, and we need your help to make it a success! This exciting event supports our school and its programs, and we’re looking for donations from our incredible community.
Do you have a unique service, experience, or item to contribute? Popular auction items include:
* Vacation home stays
* Tickets to concerts, games, or events
* Gift cards to local restaurants or businesses
* Artwork or handmade creations
* Themed gift baskets
No donation is too big or too small — every contribution makes a difference! To donate or for any inquiries, please email Sydney May at smay@hollandhall.org.
Thank you for your generosity and support of Holland Hall! Together, let’s make this year’s online auction the best one yet!
Play or learn to play Mahjong with the PA on Feb. 27
When: Thursday, Feb. 27, from 1:30 to 3 p.m.
Where: Self Conference Room in the A.R. and Marylouise Tandy Dining and Wellness Center
Want to learn how to Mahjong? Come learn with other HH parents or just come play with three of your favorite partners! Instruction & Open Play.
Click here to sign up.
Exciting news about youth football
Holland Hall is considering joining the Central Football League (CFL) this fall. The CFL will allow the school to establish at least two youth football teams, consisting of four different grade levels: a combined 3rd and 4th grade team, and a combined 5th and 6th grade team. Please note that the CFL enforces a weight limit for ball carriers in each division.
The CFL currently includes 12 teams and has recently approved the addition of another team. More teams may join in the upcoming season. The current teams are Beggs, Chouteau, Inola, Kiefer, Kellyville, Liberty, Morris, Noah, Regent, Sperry, Stroud, Victory Christian, and the newest addition, Mounds. The average roster size is around 20 players, while a minimum of 16 players are needed. If a team exceeds 36 players the roster will be split into two teams. Each team requires a minimum of three coaches.
BSN Sports is the official sponsor of the CFL, providing all equipment and uniforms. There will be a fee for each student who wishes to participate.
We have had several parents inquire about opportunities for youth football, and after exploring both Indian Nations Football (INFC) and the CFL, we feel the CFL may be a better fit due to the combined grade levels to form a team. If your son(s) are interested in playing next season and you are interested in coaching, please contact Chance Clements at cclements@hollandhall.org.
We look forward to the possibility of building a youth football program at Holland Hall!
Oklahoma Field Hockey Club kicks off winter session
The people have spoken! Some winter/early spring field hockey practice sessions are in demand! We have partnered with AIM Field Hockey Club in St. Louis to launch the OKFHC in Tulsa and OKC! We will warm up with four 1-hour sessions in February and early March at Titan Sports in Jenks! February 2, 9, 23 and March 9! Open to 5th -12th graders!
U14 Registration - https://oklahomafieldhockeyclub.leagueapps.com/clubteams/4493594-okfhc---tulsa-winter-25-u14-program
U19 Registration - https://oklahomafieldhockeyclub.leagueapps.com/clubteams/4493623-okfhc---tulsa-winter-25-u19-program
Total cost for all sessions is $150. We will provide sticks and other hockey equipment. Players are responsible for a mouth guard, water bottle and either sneakers or turf shoes! All skill levels welcome!
Lands' End Uniform sale runs through Feb. 14
FROM THE NURSES:
What should kids and teens drink?
What children drink is an important part of a balanced diet, not just what they eat. Their diet has a direct impact on their physical health, including their oral health. It also impacts their mental health, including their quality of sleep.
According to leading health and nutrition organizations, kids and teens should drink plain water and plain milk for nutrition and hydration. Other beverages like fruit juice, plant-based milk alternatives, and flavored milks should be limited. They recommend avoiding any beverages with added sugar and non-sugar sweeteners and any beverages with caffeine. This would include sports drinks, soda, diet soda, coffee, and energy drinks.
For more specific information on these recommendations, the organizations making them, and how drinks can impact children, click here.
It’s Flu Season!
Flu is on the rise in Oklahoma, but it still hasn’t peaked. We have seen a recent increase in the number of Flu cases, along with other viruses, at Holland Hall. It is up to each of us to do everything possible to reduce our chance of getting sick as well as reduce the likelihood of spreading illness to others.
Flu symptoms usually come on suddenly. People who have flu often feel some or all of these signs and symptoms:
- Fever* or feeling feverish/chills
- Cough
- Sore throat
- Runny or stuffy nose
- Muscle or body aches
- Headaches
- Fatigue (tiredness)
- Some people may have vomiting and diarrhea, though this is more common in children than adults.
*It's important to note that not everyone with the flu will have a fever. If you develop any of these symptoms, 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. 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!
PRIMARY SCHOOL
PE Sharing Program is Feb. 11
When: Tuesday, Feb. 11
Where: Primary School Gym
3rd Grade
Blue and Green: 8:15 - 9 a.m.
Red and Yellow: 9:15 - 10 a.m.
2nd Grade
Blue and Green: 10:45 - 11:25 a.m.
Red and Yellow: 11:45 a.m. - 12:25 p.m.
1st Grade
Blue and Green: 1:05 - 1:40 p.m.
Red and Yellow: 1:55 - 2:30 p.m.
Please note the 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.
Reminders about MS absences
Attendance Policy
Parents must inform the Middle School office by 8:15 a.m. at msattendance@hollandhall.org if a student will be absent from school.
Planned Absences
Students who have a planned school-related absence should communicate with their teachers regarding the schoolwork they may miss during their absence.
Students who have a planned personal absence need to fill out a Planned Absence Form. The Planned Absence Forms can be found in the Middle School office. The form will require students to meet with each teacher before their scheduled absence. A copy of the form should be turned in to Mrs. Danner in the MS Office.
After-school enrichment class set for Feb. 13
MIDDLE SCHOOL
Please note the 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.
Please check the Middle School Lost and Found
If your child has misplaced a water bottle, sweatshirt, or lunchbox, please stop by the MS lost and found located between the library and the MS office. It's helpful to put your child's name on their things so it's easier to return lost items to them.
UPPER SCHOOL
Class of 2025 Parents — celebrate your Senior with a yard sign!
Signs and hardware can be picked up by students or parents in Mrs. Henderson's office.
How to Pay Less for College Webinar
The webinar will be on Wednesday, February 26 at 7 p.m.
Planning to pay for college is one of the most critical parents of the college planning process. College Counseling encourages parents of 9th, 10th, and 11th-grade students to attend an informative and timely webinar.
Advance registration is required - https://join.smarttrackcollegefunding.com/holland-hall/webinars/CuhapWzP/register
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.
- Create your complimentary SMARTTRACK® Parent account here.
- 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.
Senior Yearbook Ad Buyers: Last Call for Ad Contents
All final pages are being submitted to the printer. Please ensure you have sent all photos and text for student-designed ads, and approved your final ad if submitting a professionally designed ad. All questions should be directed to journalism21@hollandhall.org.
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.
Freshman Orientation is coming in April
Freshman parents, please check your emails for more information!
9th and 10th grade Parent College Counseling Nights are Feb. 24
Who: 9th grade families
When: Monday, February 24, 5:30-6:30 p.m.
Where: US Lecture Center
What: 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 24, 7-8 p.m.
Where: US Lecture Center
What: Just after the 9th Grade chat, College Counseling will host the 10th-grade parents for a discussion relating to 10th-grade students and the college process.
The 25-26 FAFSA is live
Filling out the FAFSA is a crucial step in securing financial aid for college – and completing it in a timely manner can increase your chances of aid at some schools. If your student is requesting need-based financial aid from any college, please take care to fill it out.To do:
- Create an FSA ID: Both the student and at least one parent must create an FSA ID at studentaid.gov if you don’t already have one. This ID will be used to sign the FAFSA and access federal student aid information.
- Gather Required Documents: To complete the FAFSA, you’ll need information from your 2023 tax return, W-2s, and any other financial documents for both the student and parent(s). Make sure to have these ready before you begin.
- Complete the FAFSA: Go to fafsa.ed.gov to start the application. Make sure to list all of the schools to which the student is applying.
Check each college’s financial aid deadlines. Some colleges encourage prompt completion of the FAFSA to maximize scholarship opportunities.Some private colleges may also require the CSS Profile in addition to the FAFSA. The CSS Profile costs $25 for the first school and $16 for each subsequent school.Contact your counselor for assistance with applying for financial aid.
Congratulations to our athletes for Signing Day
Cole Muir and Matthew Underwood took part in National Signing Day, signing with football teams from Wheaton College and Missouri Southern State University, respectively.
Weekly summer program suggestions from College Counseling
Please contact Ashlee Lowry at alowry@hollandhall.org for more information about any of these programs.