Dutch Weekly September 14 - 20
Don't forget the football game TONIGHT
The varsity football team takes on Victory Christian at home tonight, Sept. 13, at 7 p.m.
If you're at the game, stop by the Dutch Zone trailer for some new gear. And if you can't make the game, it will stream at gotohh.org/stream or on the Holland Hall app, which is available to download wherever you buy apps.
School pictures should be ready for viewing this week
Once you get the email from JostensPix, remember to order using the emails you have provided to the school. Pictures will be sent directly to the address you provide on the order. Retakes for all branches and Primary School groups will be taken Monday, Oct. 14.
Click here to view images. If prompted for a code as you purchase photos, enter FE70824.
Stephanie McCrary - MS PE Teacher of the Year
We are proud and excited to announce that Coach McCrary has been awarded the MS PE Teacher of the Year award by OAHPERD. We are fortunate to have her on our HH Team and we appreciate all she brings to our community. Congratulations Coach McCrary.
Trail Walk set for Friday, Sept. 20
Have you ever wondered where the Cross Country runners go when they disappear in the woods? Are there really Yetis on our trails? Find out during our first Parents’ Association Trail Walk on Friday, September 20 with Cross Country Coach, Greg Spencer. All Holland Hall parents and caregivers are welcome. We will depart from the Primary School Porch at 8:15 am.
Please CLICK HERE for more details and to sign-up!
Get tickets for 'The Bugs'
When a couple of disgruntled honeybees discover their habitat is going to be destroyed to make way for a swimming pool, there’s only one thing for them to do: forge an alliance with the other bugs who live in the yard and stop it. With the help of a swashbuckling cockroach, a pessimistic pill bug, a cicada who loves to party, and a couple of smitten fireflies, can the honeybees do the impossible and ruin human construction plans? Or will they have to resort to asking their ancient enemies, the spiders, for help? What can a group of bugs actually do when their ecosystem is threatened? A hilarious satire about ecological disaster and labor issues, with a smattering of Greek gods thrown in for fun.
When: September 26, 27, 28 at 7 p.m.
Where: Newman Studio Theatre of the Walter Arts Center
Tickets: $10 Adults and $7 Students
Click here to purchase tickets.
Parents' Association Mahjong Meet-Up is Oct. 2
When: Wednesday, Oct. 2, 1 -3 p.m.
Where: Tandy Conference Room
Sign-up deadline: Sept. 18
Want to find out what all the Mahjong madness is about? Join other other Holland Hall parents/caregivers for a Mahjong Meet-Up hosted by the Holland Hall Parents' Association! All levels welcome. Sign up to come learn, play with help, or open play.
Click here to sign-up
Dutch Community Dinner
Bryan Burnham and the Parents' Association are hosting a Dutch Community Dinner collaboration. This project focuses on building community through conversation over a shared meal. Seats are limited to keep the focus on creating connections with others. If you are interested in hearing more, email Mr. Burnham at bburnham@hollandhall.org for information about future dinner events.
PRIMARY SCHOOL
Primary School night at the Football Game - TONIGHT!
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Parking for Primary School families will be south of the Upper School. Please enter through the admission tent at the south end of campus to enter with no admission charge. Families are encouraged to watch the pre-game performance from the track. It is important that everyone exit the field as quickly as possible so we can start the game on time. Please look for specific grade-level information on Schoology.
PS Parking Map
Traffic flow at arrival
Thank you for your patience with morning arrival. For everyone's safety, PLEASE do not leave your children unattended on the porch in the mornings before 7:50 a.m. If you need to arrive early, please take your child to the Extended Day (EDP) area in the circle at the east side of the Primary School.
If your child needs help unbuckling or is struggling with exiting your vehicle, please pull to the "bus parking" area so we can keep the main line moving. Please do not get out of your vehicle in the main line.
Traffic flow at dismissal
Just a reminder — Kindergarten dismisses from the EPK/JK circle drive. First grade dismisses in the main circle drive in the lane closest to the curb; Second grade should line up in the outside lane. Someone will be out to direct traffic and help you cross over the lanes. Thank you for your continued patience. It does get easer!
Please mark your calendars:
September 13 - Primary School Night at the Football Game
September 26 - Primary School Back to School Night
After School Enrichment Class
Ms. Ariel's Art Studio
Let your young artists expand their creativity as we adventure into the spectacular fall season! Join our fun and festive drawing class where we will breathe in the magic of autumn. Students will explore vibrant colors and engage their minds with imaginative themes, harvest pumpkins and beautiful landscapes, while discovering new techniques. Perfect for young artists eager to embrace the season and have a blast creating seasonal masterpieces!
When: September 16 - October 21
Class Day/Time: Monday 3:05-4:15 p.m.
Grades: K-3rd
Where: Primary School Art Room
Pick-up: Primary School flagpole at 4:15 p.m.
Cost: $120 (6 weeks)
Max: 15 students
Register: dalmohandis@hollandhall.org
If you are needing aftercare email: dalmohandis@hollandhall.org
MIDDLE SCHOOL
2024 Field Day T-Shirt Design Contest
Guidelines for T-shirt Design
- Please use blank white paper (not lined notebook paper) for your design.
- Your design can have no more than 3 colors. Make sure you count the outline of your drawing as one of your colors, if you have one.
- Your design can be hand-drawn or computer designed.
- Your name must be written in pencil on the back of your design. Do Not write your name on the front of your design!
- Please submit two sheets of paper - one for the front and one for the back of the t-shirt. Drawings and/or words can be on either side of the shirt, but nothing can be on the arms.
- You may work with one other person on your design if you like.
- You must include the words "Holland Hall Field Day 2024" somewhere on your design.
- Make sure you spell everything correctly and do not use any material that is under copyright. (For example, you can't have the Kansas City Chiefs logo on your design.) If you have any questions about this, be sure to check with your advisor prior to submitting your design. If you use a school logo or “Dutch the Lion” our communications department would be happy to provide you with the images, just email them at news@hollandhall.org.
- DUE DATE: Monday, September 18th, and turn in to the following teachers:some text
- 4th - Ms. Molloy
- 5th - Ms. Nida
- 6th - Ms. Jeffries
- 7th - Ms. Phillips
- 8th - Ms. Parker
- Note: Each grade-level will submit their top two designs.
Important Dates related to Field Day
- T-Shirt Designs Due - Wednesday, September 18th
- T-Shirt Design Voting - Friday, September 20th
- Online Store Open - September 25 - October 8th
- T-Shirts Delivered By - Monday, October 14th
- Field Day - Wednesday, October 16th
SOOD
Middle School School Out of Doors (SOOD) is quickly approaching. Some basic details are below and more information will be sent out by email with grade level details.
- 4th grade - regular school hours with SOOD activities on Friday, Sept. 27
- 5th grade - regular school hours with SOOD activities on Friday, Sept. 27
- 6th grade - regular school hours with SOOD activities on Friday, Sept. 27 with an off-campus field trip
- 7th grade - evening activities and campout on campus Thursday, Sept. 26, morning activities on Friday, Sept. 27 with pick-up at 11:30 a.m. No sports on Thursday or Friday. More info Here.
- 8th grade - will depart for New Life Ranch by 7 a.m. on Thursday, Sept. 26 and will return by 2:45p.m. on Friday, Sept. 27. No sports on Thursday or Friday. More info Here.
Auditions for the MS Play: Night at the Wax Museum
Night at the Wax Museum is a mad-cap comedy adventure where the magic of history comes alive...literally!
WHO is eligible: 6th, 7th, & 8th grade
WHAT to prepare: All auditions will be cold readings from the script. Please arrive on your audition day with your conflict schedule for October-January.
WHEN:
7th/8th Grade - Monday, Sept. 30, 3:30-5 p.m.
6th Grade - Tuesday, Oct. 1, 3:15-4:45 p.m.
WHERE: MS Black Box
WHY: You want an opportunity to perform on the WAC Branch Stage with costume, lights, etc!
Rehearsal begin after Fall Break. If your child is cast in the show, we will ask that you attend a Parent Meeting on October 15th at 3:45 p.m. Performances for this year's production are January 17-18, 2025.
Sign up for 2024-25 clubs
Middle School students can sign up for a variety of clubs, which start meeting soon.
Students can attend the first meeting, or sign up on the club sponsor's classroom door. Pick-up and meeting times are listed below.
Middle School Back-to-School Donut Dash set
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Get ready for your grade level Back-to-School Donut Dash! This is a great time to reconnect with fellow grade level parents and introduce yourself to our new families! Feel free to bring siblings to this casual meet-and-greet that is hosted by the Parents' Association. Here are the dates and locations for your grade:
6th Grade: Sept. 11 at 8 a.m. in the Tandy Dining Hall
UPPER SCHOOL
Critical college funding info you need
SMARTTRACK® is offering a new presentation specifically for parents of seniors applying to college this fall.
We encourage you to attend "Senior Parents: Critical College Funding Info You Need NOW", a free webinar. Select your preferred date to register.
Saturday, Sept. 14 at 11 a.m.: https://join.smarttrackcollegefunding.com/webinars/KNSLzwSo?utm_source=email&utm_medium=email+marketing
Advance registration is required.
It may be too late for certain advanced college funding strategies, but there are still steps every family should take to avoid overpaying for college.
We hope you’ll take advantage of this timely resource.
Senior ad sales are open now
Honor your senior with a yearbook ad. Space for this popular section of the book can be reserved through Oct 1. Click on the link for the agreement to choose your quarter, half or full page ad. The agreement will direct you to credit card payment and yearbook staff will be in touch with next steps.
Click here to purchase an ad.
9th Grade Families - College Counselor Assignment
The College Counseling Staff at Holland Hall is pleased to announce that we have recently assigned a college counselor to all 9th grade students. It is our desire to have more opportunity to develop stronger and more meaningful relationships with our students and their families throughout the Upper School years.
On Monday, September 9, you and your student received an email notification from your student's assigned college counselor with contact information. We look forward to working with your families!
Ben Brown, Director of College Counseling: bbrown@hollandhall.org
Ashlee Lowry, Associate Director of College Counseling: alowry@hollandhall.org
Laura McNeese, College Counselor: lmcneese@hollandhall.org
College Counselors at Oklahoma State University this week!
Upper School pictures are ready to view
Images are secured using the email address(es) provided to us by the school. Please create your account using the emails you provided to the school or you will be locked out.
Click here to view images.
Event Code: FE70824
A reminder from US Attendance
If your student is going to be absent, come in late, or leave early for any reason, please contact Jenna Alford at 539-476-8287 or usattendance@hollandhall.org. A text message from you to your student is not an accepted form of communication to allow them to leave. Please call or email to grant permission.
If your student has a medical/dental appointment, a provider note is required and can be turned in by hand or email.