Dutch Weekly November 23 - December 6
Holland Hall takes on Heritage Hall tonight
The quarterfinal game starts at 7 p.m. tonight, Nov. 22, at Heritage Hall in Oklahoma City.
Tickets:
- $7 digital ticket
- or
- $10 cash
The livestream tonight will be through Heritage Hall's livestream or NFHS. There will not be a Holland Hall livestream tonight!
Livestream:
- hhchargers.com
- or
- NFHS Network *
- * NFHS network requires you to purchase a monthly subscription for $12 to watch the game on NFHS Networks. Just remember to cancel your subscription at the end of the season.
Join us for Grandparents and Special Friends Day
.jpeg)
We’re so excited to celebrate Grandparents and Special Friends Day on Tuesday, Nov. 26! This is a special opportunity for students to share their school experience with some of the most important people in their lives.
Here’s a reminder of the schedule for the day:
7:55 a.m.
Upper School Commons
Guests of Upper School (9th-12th) students are invited to attend Morning Meeting.
8:30-9:30 a.m.
Walter Arts Center Branch Theatre
All grandparents and special friends are invited to a welcome session from Head of School JP Culley followed by student performances.
9:30-10:30 a.m.
Branch Buildings: Classrooms Open
After the WAC presentation, students will host their guests in their branch buildings.
Shuttles will be available between branches for easy transportation.
10:30 a.m. Students dismissed for the day
Parking Information:
We recommend parking at your grandchild’s branch building, where parking and directional signs will guide you. Shuttles will be available to take you to the Walter Arts Center for the 8:30 a.m. presentation and then back to your grandchild’s branch building to visit classrooms. Parking for those with accessibility needs will be available in front of the Walter Arts Center.
No RSVP is necessary for the event. If you have any questions or need further assistance, please contact Sydney May at (539) 476-8106 or smay@hollandhall.org.
Support your school during the final week of ARTworks
Don’t miss your chance to find the perfect holiday gift! Consider a Gift of Art this season—whether it's a fun Dutch the Lion-inspired print or another unique piece by our resident artist, John Hammer. Visit the WAC during Grandparents and Special Friends Day to browse available works, or contact Sydney May at (539) 476-8106 for more information. Let’s celebrate art and community while supporting Holland Hall!
Click here to view the John Hammer artwork for sale.
Native American dance featured at Morning Meeting
The Upper School Native American Affinity Group invited Mike Pasetopah to showcase Native culture in honor of Native American Heritage Month. These photos show Mr. Pahsetopah, a world-renowned Native performer and cultural educator, mid-performance during a vibrant cultural presentation. Dressed in intricate regalia adorned with bright, feathered accents that he created and traditional beadwork done by his wife, he radiated energy and grace. He presented a Fancy Dance, his movements a blur of dynamic color and rhythm, an Eagle dance that represented the significance of the eagle in Native culture, and a hoop dance. The backdrop reflects the audience's awe, as we were captivated by his storytelling and artistry. A traditional Native American flute rests nearby. Mr. Pasetopah is dedicated to preserving and sharing Native traditions with future generations.
Rock the Route with Dutch Run Club!
We have created a team for the Route 66 5k that will take place on Saturday, Nov. 23 at 8 a.m. All abilities and ages are welcome!
Click here to sign up.
Discount Code: MCCRARY10 for adults ($10 off), MCCRARY5 for kids ($5 off)
Do you want to run farther and take on the half marathon or the full? Use code STEPH66 for $10 off!
Reach out to Coach McCrary if you have any questions. Happy running and GO DUTCH!
Enjoy campus with other parents on the Turkey Burn Trail Walk
Let’s all get together and enjoy the shift into Fall on our gorgeous cross country trails! Please plan on joining the Holland Hall Trail Blazers for the Parents’ Association Turkey Burn Trail Walk on Thursday, Dec. 5. All Holland Hall parents and caregivers are welcome to burn off that extra piece of pie from Thanksgiving! We will depart from the Primary School Porch at 8:15 a.m.
Middle School and Upper School Orchestra concert is Dec. 5
All are invited to attend the Middle and Upper School Orchestra concert
When: Thursday, December 5 at 7 p.m.
Where: Branch Theatre of the Walter Arts Center
These ensembles have been working hard all semester and we are excited to perform our selections. We hope to see you there!
The environmental club wants your pumpkins
Don't throw away your pumpkins, bring them to us! You'll find a drop-off location along the front drive (4th grade drop-off).
Yearbook coverage is nonstop
Your middle school club members and leaders had their photos taken this week, and our yearbook staff photographed Upper School dance, jazz band, chamber strings, Thanksgiving events and BEAR Night. Buy your copy and save the memories.
Click here to order today.
Have a new tag for your vehicle?
If you have recently purchased a new vehicle or license plate, please remember to send an email to safety@hollandhall.org with the updated tag information, along with your name and vehicle description.
A reminder about campus hours
Just a friendly reminder about normal campus hours throughout the week.
Monday through Friday - 7 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Saturday - 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Sunday - 12 p.m. to 3 p.m.
Please do not attempt to access any of the buildings outside of these hours unless prior arrangements have been made.
Tulsa Ballet presents 'The Nutcracker'
NOTES FROM THE NURSE
Tips to keep food-borne illnesses away from the table this holiday season
Every year, approximately 48 million people become sick with a food-borne illness. The symptoms usually include nausea, vomiting and/or diarrhea. Ahead of the holidays, the Oklahoma State Department of Health (OSDH) reminds everyone to practice food safety when preparing food to prevent illnesses.
Follow these food safety tips to prepare meals and keep holiday gatherings free of food-borne illness:
- Clean: Wash hands with soap and warm water for 20 seconds before, during, and after handling food. Wash cutting boards, dishes, utensils, and countertops with hot, soapy water after preparing each food item and before you go on to the next food.
- Separate: Germs that cause illness can spread from raw food to other foods. Use separate cutting boards and keep raw meats and their juices away from fruits and vegetables.
- Cook: Always check the internal temperature of cooked meat, poultry, and egg dishes with a food thermometer to ensure the food is cooked to a safe temperature. For more information, please visit the Safe Minimum Cooking Temperature Chart.
- Chill: Be safe with leftovers. Refrigerate leftover foods promptly. When foods are left out unrefrigerated, harmful germs multiply quickly. Discard any food left out more than two hours. For more information about safe handling of leftovers, visit the Leftovers and Food Safety guide.
- Illness: Anyone who has been sick with diarrhea or vomiting should not prepare food for at least 24 hours after symptoms have stopped.
Tips for Preparing and Reheating Turkey:
- Thaw: Allow enough time for a frozen turkey to defrost. Incorrectly thawed turkey may look safe to eat but will be undercooked, allowing illness-causing germs to survive inside. For more information about how to properly thaw a turkey based on weight and time in the refrigerator, in cold water, or using the microwave, visit Turkey Basics: Safe Thawing.
- Cook: Use a meat thermometer to ensure the internal temperature of the turkey is at least 165 degrees Fahrenheit. For stuffed turkeys, the internal temperature of the stuffing must reach 165 degrees before it is safe to eat; however, the safest way to cook stuffing is to cook in a separate casserole dish.
- Store: After preparing the meal, refrigerate remaining foods and leftover turkey within two hours. Eat leftover turkey, stuffing and gravy within three to four days. Reheat leftover gravy to a rolling boil and thoroughly reheat other leftovers to 165 degrees.
If individuals believe they are sick with a food-borne illness, they should contact their healthcare provider for testing and next steps.
For more information about food safety and food-borne illnesses click here.
The Oklahoma State Department of Health (OSDH) protects and improves public health through its system of local health services and strategies focused on preventing disease. OSDH provides technical support and guidance to 68 county health departments in Oklahoma, as well as guidance and consultation to the two independent city-county health departments in Oklahoma City and Tulsa. Learn more at Oklahoma.gov/health.
PRIMARY SCHOOL
Join Ms. Ariel's Holiday Art Studio on Mondays
Let your young artists expand their creativity as we adventure into the winter holidays! They will learn to draw a still-life reindeer while discovering new techniques. Pine trees with snowmen upon new-fallen snow will be perfect as each artist creates their seasonal masterpieces. Come join Ms. Ariel for a whimsical art enrichment adventure!
When: Mondays 3:15-4:15 p.m. - November 25-December 16
Dates: 11/25, 12/2, 12/9, 12/16
Grades: K-3rd
Where: PS - Multi-purpose
Pick-up: Primary School flagpole at 4:15 p.m.
Cost: $75 (4 weeks)
Class maximum: 20
Register: dalmohandis@hollandhall.org
Traffic reminders
Thank you for your help in keeping everyone safe during arrival and dismissal times. Please do not leave your children unattended in the mornings. The doors to the building open at 7:50 a.m. In the afternoons, the gate to enter the Primary School will open at 2:30 p.m. If you need to arrive on campus before that time for a birthday party, conference, or to pick up your child early, please enter through the main gate, park, and come inside the building. This will help keep our driveway accessible for everyone.
No after-school care on Grandparents and Special Friends Day
Grandparents and Special Friends Day is just around the corner. Please check your child's Schoology page for details on grade-level activities. As a reminder, the school day ends at 10:30 a.m. that morning. There is no after-school care available on this day.
MIDDLE SCHOOL
Middle School drop-off reminder
Please remember that the Middle School building does not open until 7:45 a.m. (8:45 a.m. on Wednesdays). Students who are dropped off before then need to report to before-school care in the Tandy so that they are supervised.
Parents must sign out students who leave early
Due to safety concerns, we are asking parents to come inside the MS office when you need to sign your child out of school early. This includes during the MS sports period.
UPPER SCHOOL
Annual Service of Lessons and Carols is Dec. 8
Please join us on Sunday, Dec. 8 at 5 p.m., for the 61st presentation of a beloved Holland Hall tradition — Lessons & Carols. The service of Lessons & Carols, celebrated before Christmas, is the story of the birth of Jesus told through scripture and song. The Holland Hall tradition of Lessons & Carols dates to the 1960s, shortly after the school's affiliation with the Episcopal Church.
The service begins at 5 p.m., but students must be checked in with their Deans and in their assigned seating by at least 4:30 p.m.
Trinity Episcopal Church
501 S. Cincinnati Ave
Tulsa, OK 74013
(downtown Tulsa)
FYI: Attendance at this event is required for all Holland Hall juniors and seniors. It is open to the rest of the Holland Hall community and will be available on Trinity Episcopal's livestream. Church attire is expected (gentlemen in sportcoats and slacks, ladies in modest skirts/dresses or pants).
US first semester Final Exam Schedule released
Monday, December 16
- 7:45-8:45 a.m. - Breakfast hosted by Mr. Culley and Ms. Beck
- 9-11 a.m. - Math
- Afternoon - World Language and Tech review sessions scheduled by individual teachers.
Tuesday, December 17
- 9-11 a.m. - World Languages
- 1-3 p.m. - Tech
Wednesday, December 18
- 9-11 a.m. - English: Teachers will be available.
- 1-3 p.m. - History: Teachers will be available.
- Afternoon - Science review sessions scheduled by individual teachers.
Thursday, December 19 *
- 9-11 a.m. - Science
Friday December 20
- Make-up exams
* Teachers will schedule additional testing times for students who double up in a discipline.
Weekly summer program suggestions from College Counseling
Please contact Ashlee Lowry at alowry@hollandhall.org for more information about any of these programs.