Happy Fall Break!

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A college discussion all parents need to hear — from EPK-12

Make sure to save the date to hear New York Times columnist and author Ron Lieber talk to families about saving for college, seeking merit aid and assessing a college's value.

Ron Lieber has been the Your Money columnist for The New York Times since 2008. His most recent book is "The Price You Pay for College: An Entirely New Road Map for the Biggest Financial Decision Your Family Will Ever Make," and he also published "The Opposite of Spoiled: Raising Kids Who Are Grounded, Generous, and Smart About Money" in 2015. Both were instant New York Times bestsellers.

Before that he wrote or co-wrote three books about gap years, young entrepreneurs and the best entry-level jobs in America. The gap year book was a New York Times bestseller when it came out in 1996, when Ron was 26 years old. He launched his online course about merit aid in 2023.

Who: All Holland Hall families can benefit from Lieber's financial advice. It's open to all parents at Holland Hall and in the greater Tulsa community, so invite friends from other schools.

‍When: Tuesday, Oct. 22, 7 p.m.

Where: Holland Hall All Saints Chapel

Click here to submit questions and topics for Mr. Lieber.

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Watch Holland Hall at home against Checotah

The varsity football team takes on Checotah at 7 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 17, at Hardesty Field. Come out and watch, or tune in to the livestream at gotohh.org/stream or on the app.

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ARTworks 2024 starts Tuesday

Join us on Tuesday, Oct. 22, at 5:30 p.m. in the Holliman Gallery for the 2024 ARTworks Gallery Opening Reception, featuring artist John Hammer.

Tickets and patron levels are available by clicking here.

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Are you visiting colleges soon? Make a Dutch College Connection!

Did you know that over 86 Holland Hall Alumni enrolled at 56 colleges and universities all over the US and Abroad have volunteered to give tours and talk to Holland Hall students and families about their college journey?

From Auburn to Valparaiso there is a Dutch alum willing and eager to help you and share practical advice and lived college experience.

Students, please ask your college counselor to access the Dutch College Connection. Parents and guardians can reach out to Tobey Ballenger (find her contact information in the HH directory) who manages this program of the Holland Hall Parents' Association.

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Vote Cole Muir for Oklahoman's 2024 honors

Click here to vote. Voting ends Oct. 23

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Support your cheer program before Regionals

The cheer squad will perform their regionals routine in the MS gym on Nov. 5 at 6 p.m.

Please come to support the cheerleaders before their regional competition!

GO DUTCH!

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Order your Lulu gear from the Dutch Zone

Due to popular demand, the Dutch Zone is doing a special pre-order for Lululemon outerwear and a few select items. Use the QR code in the photo above or click here to order. Because this is a pre-order, there will be no returns or exchanges. The store also won't be able to offer any discounts on these items. Orders are due by 5 p.m. Friday.

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Parents' Association Fall Book Club starts Nov. 6

Join us Nov. 6 from 7-8 p.m. in the Upper School Library for our Fall Read of the 2024 Pulitzer Prize Winning book: "Night Watch" by Jayne Anne Phillips. Magic City Books Event Planner and Holland Hall parent, Pat Cawiezell, will facilitate our discussion. Please RSVP here so we can save you a seat!

Note: this book club read is for adults.

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Yearbook students are making our 2025 book

Order online now and check that box on your to-do list.

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Shopping Event at Luxe Furniture & Design

Join the Holland Hall Parents' Association for a day of discounts and design and Luxe Furniture! on Wednesday, Nov. 13 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

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Shopping event set at Willamina

Join the Holland Hall Parents' Association for a fun day of discounted shopping at clothing boutique Willamina.

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Native American Affinity Group takes part in Tulsa Native Day

Native American Affinity Group members recently attended Tulsa Native Day, a celebration of Indigenous Peoples organized by Greater Tulsa Indian Affairs. This event showcased tribal leaders, Cherokee singers, tribal dancers, artisans, and more. Students learned about "Warrior Vote," an effort to register Natives to vote in public elections, environmental awareness, Cherokee film, Indian healthcare, and other booths to experience Native culture and contributions.  It was a great retreat together and we look forward to more opportunities to engage in Native Oklahoma.

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NOTES FROM THE NURSE

Pertussis is on the rise in Oklahoma

According to the Tulsa Health Department, “Oklahoma is experiencing an increase in pertussis (whooping cough) cases, similar to what is occurring nationally. Since Jan.  1, 2024, there have been 162 cases of pertussis in Oklahoma, which is the highest number of cases since 2017.”

Pertussis is spread from person to person through coughing or sneezing while in close contact with others. In most cases, school classmates, co-workers, and people in clinic waiting rooms are not at risk, according to the Oklahoma State Department of Health. There have been no cases of whooping cough reported to Holland Hall. However, if you or your child has mild respiratory or cold symptoms with a cough that gets worse, can come in “fits,” causes vomiting, creates a “whooping sound,” and/or lingers, please consult your child’s physician for guidance.

Click here for more information about pertussis and how to protect your loved ones.

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Medication policy reminder

Per school policy, Holland Hall students should not carry any type of medication with them or in their backpacks at school.

Prescription medications are to be kept in the nurse’s office and administered by the school nurse (or a designated employee). One exception: 7th-12th graders are allowed and encouraged to carry any life-saving medications (inhalers, Epi-pens, insulin, etc.) as prescribed by the physician. If your child needs any prescription medications during the school day OR carries any of the allowed emergency medications, please complete the Authorization for Prescription Medication/Inhaler form and return it to the nurse's office.

Over-the-counter medications —The health office supplies Ibuprofen, Tylenol, and Benadryl as needed. These can be administered by the school nurse with prior authorization from a parent/guardian indicated on your child’s annual forms in the parent portal. (No medication form is required.)

Thank you for your partnership and your help in keeping our kids safe and healthy at school. If you have any questions, call Kathleen Alabbasi, Director of Health Services, at ext. 8200.

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PRIMARY SCHOOL

Volunteer at the Primary School Halloween Parade

Spooky season is here, and the Parents' Association needs your help with the beloved Primary School Halloween Parade on Oct. 31 in the Primary School Circle Drive. Volunteers are needed to decorate trick-or-treating tables, donate candy/treats, and hand out goodies.

PARADE TIMES:

JK: 9:10-9:40 a.m.

EPK: 9:45-10:15 a.m.

Pre-K: 10:20-10:50 a.m.

1st: 11:00-11:30 a.m.

3rd:12:15-12:45 p.m.

Kindergarten: 1:00-1:30 p.m.

2nd: 1:45-2:15 p.m.

Click here to sign up.

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Kids Heart Challenge starts soon

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Please help us with Extended Day pick-ups

If your child attends our Extended Day program, we have a few reminders for parents, grandparents or caregivers picking up a student.

‍After-School Care Hours

• EPK/PreK/JK – 2:45-6 p.m.
• K-3rd – 3:05-6 p.m.

EPK-Kindergarten Pick-Up

Please stay in your car. To pick up your EPK/PreK/JK/K student: call 539-476-8118 when you arrive on campus. A teacher will bring your student to your car. *We do not dismiss students from the EPK playground.

If you're picking up at:

2:45-3:55 p.m. – Pick-up curbside at the EPK round-about

4-4:30 p.m. – Pick-up curbside in front of PreK porch/Bus parking as the round-about is closed for activity time. *Inclement weather - curbside PS Gym

4:30-6 p.m. – Pick up at the EPK round-about
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1st-3rd grade

To pick up your 1st-3rd grade student, call (539) 476-8118 when you arrive.

If you're picking up at:

3:05-3:55 p.m. – Pick-up at 1st-3rd grade playground *Inclement weather - curbside PS Gym

4-4:30 p.m. – Pick-up curbside in front of the PreK porch/Bus parking

4:30-6 p.m. – Pick-up curbside at the EPK round-about

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Enjoy baseball, theater, crafts or a dance party after school

Boys Fall Youth Baseball Building Program!

‍Hey, Hey, Hey Batter UP! Come join Head Varsity Baseball Coach, Ty Gunter, in the off-season to hone your baseball skills while working with your teammates to become a more well-rounded baseball player. We will work to build self-confidence, improve your hitting, throwing, fielding, and even some base running. If you believe it, you can achieve it!

Who: Grades 1-3
When: October 22 - December 17 (No class 11/26 - Thanksgiving Break)
Day: Tuesdays - 3:30-4:30 p.m. - 10/22, 10/29, 11/5, 11/12, 11/19, 12/3, 12/10, 12/17
Where: Meet Coach Gunter in the Primary School multi-purpose room at 3:00 p.m. for transport to the CFBPC
Pick-up: 4:30 p.m. by the Clark Family Baseball Performance Center
Class fee: $144 - 8 weeks
Maximum class size: 20
Register: dalmohandis@hollandhall.org
Needing aftercare: dalmohandis@hollandhall.org

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‍Join the Halloween Glow Party after school with Ms. Molloy

‍‍Get ready for a spooktacular afternoon of fun at our Halloween Glow Party! Join us for some glow-in-the-dark excitement, where we’ll light up the dance floor and get our glow on! The highlight of the event will be a special dance led by Miss Oklahoma's Teen, Kynlee Schultheis! Kynlee will teach us some fun moves that you can show off to your friends. In addition to dancing, we’ll decorate pumpkins and get creative with all kinds of fun and spooky designs. Plus, we'll have a variety of exciting games to play, ensuring that everyone has a great time.
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When: Tuesday, October 29 - 3:15-4:45 p.m.
Grades: 1-4
Where: Middle School BT (PS will be escorted to the MS)
Pick-up: In front of the Middle School flag pole/breezeway at 4:45 p.m.
Class Fee: $45 (funding the American Heart Association)
Maximum: 40
Register: dalmohandis@hollandhall.org

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Ready, Set, ACT!

‍Let your young actor take the stage in this 6-week long acting class that will end in a final showcase performance! Student actors will explore movement, voice, characterization and storytelling as they rehearse, design and perform their own play production at the end of the 6-week class! Taught by Upper School Theatre Arts director Leslie Long, along with upper school student assistants. This class will help your student gain confidence on and off stage all while having fun expressing themselves creatively! It’s SHOWTIME!

When: Tuesdays Oct. 22 - Dec. 3 from 3:15 - 4:15 p.m.
*No class Tuesday, Nov. 26 Thanksgiving Break
Grades: 1st - 3rd
Where: PS Multi-Purpose Room
Pick up: Primary School flagpole at 4:15pm
Fee: $125 (6 weeks - performance details to follow)
Class Max: 20
Register: dalmohandis@hollandhall.org
Need aftercare when class is dismissed: email dalmohandis@hollandhall.org

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Miss Annie’s Not So Scary Halloween Party!

‍Come join Miss Annie for a festive celebration of this S-P-O-O-K-T-A-C-U-L-A-R Season!
We will craft, create, and have fun playing! Won't you pair up with us for a H-A-U-N-T-I-N-G-L-Y good time?
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When: Thursday Oct. 24 - After school until 4:30 p.m.
Grades: JK-3
Where: PS Multi-Purpose Room
Pick up: Primary School flagpole at 4:30
Fee: 45
Class Max: 35
Register: dalmohandis@hollandhall.org
Need aftercare when class is dismissed: email dalmohandis@hollandhall.org

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MIDDLE SCHOOL

ERB/standardized testing info for MS

ERB CTP5 testing is scheduled for November 18-20. During these days, 6th-8th grade students will take these assessments in their Advisory rooms. Students should bring a fully charged iPad each day, along with a book to read if they finish a subtest early. Testing will start at 8:30 a.m. each day.

On Monday and Wednesday, testing will conclude around 11:15 a.m., after which regular schedules will resume. On Tuesday, testing will end at 10:30 a.m., and students will then transition back to their regular schedule.

For more information about our middle school approach to standardized testing, please refer to this document.

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Parents must sign out students who leave early

Due to safety concerns, we are asking parents to come inside the MS office when needing to sign your child out of school early. This includes during the MS sports period.

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Pennies for Pink is collecting now

Pennies for Pink is starting! Holland Hall is donating to the Susan G Komen Foundation to help fund research and advocacy for breast cancer!

Which date is PINK OUT day? (you can wear free-dress pink with any donation)
Wednesday, Nov. 6.

What does the grade level with the most collected money win?
An additional free dress day!!

Where do I donate?
There are donation boxes in the library.

When is the final day to donate?
We are collecting NOW, through Nov. 6.

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Sign up for youth baseball sessions for grades 4-6

Boys Fall Youth Baseball Building Program!
Hey, Hey, Hey Batter UP! Come join Head Varsity Baseball Coach, Ty Gunter, in the off-season to hone your baseball skills while working with your teammates to become a more well-rounded baseball player. We will work to build self-confidence, improve your hitting, throwing, fielding, and even some base running. If you believe it, you can achieve it!

Who: Grades 4-6
When: October 23 - December 18 - *No class 11/27 - Thanksgiving Break
Day: Wednesdays - 3:30-4:30 p.m. - 10/23, 10/30, 11/6, 11/13, 11/20, 12/4, 12/11, 12/18
Where: Meet Coach Gunter in the Middle School BT at 3:15 p.m.
Pick-up: 4:30 by the Clark Family Baseball Performance Center
Class fee: $144 - 8 weeks
Maximum class size: 20
Register: dalmohandis@hollandhall.org

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UPPER SCHOOL

Northwestern University comes to Tulsa

A Northwestern admission director will be visiting Tulsa next week, and we're excited to invite you to a presentation on academics, campus life, admission, and financial aid. We'll be joined by passionate NU alumni who are eager to share their experiences and answer your questions!

‍When: Friday, October 18, 6 p.m.
Where: Br David Poos Science & Technology Center (Bishop Kelley High School)
3905 South Hudson Avenue, Tulsa, OK 74135

Directions: Br David Poos Science & Technology Center is located at the corner of 41st & Hudson Ave, just outside the campus fence—no need to enter the main campus. Parking is available by the building.

Click here to register. Space is limited, so we encourage you to register at your earliest convenience.

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College Funding Resources – watch now

We had a great College Funding webinar. If we missed you, no worries, you can still learn What Every Parent Needs to Know Now about Paying Less for College (https://join.smarttrackcollegefunding.com/holland-hall/webinars/zWWimolj/recording). The on-demand link will only be available for a limited time so be sure to view it soon.

Next Step: 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 (https://join.smarttrackcollegefunding.com/holland-hall)
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 (https://app.smarttrackcollegefunding.com/) anytime. One parent account per household.

We hope you’ll take advantage of these valuable resources.

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