BANNER NEWSLETTERMarch 3, 2017

It’s been a busy week here at BMS! On Wednesday, March 1st, our 8th graders pitched their original innovations/inventions Shark Tank style, as they worked on their presentation skills. We are grateful to a host of "Sharks" -- parents, staff, and community members -- who volunteered their time to listen and critique as students presented. A variety of new ideas and products were on display -- everything from non-profit community gardens to benefit the homeless to Oreo cookie dipper contraptions. At the conclusion of the presentations, the Sharks were asked whether they'd be willing to "invest" in the students' products. It was a great day watching our students grow and shine!

8th grade Recognition will take place on June 7, 2017 at 6:30 pm in the Hudsonville High School gym. In the past, this event has taken place during the last day of school. Because we have outgrown our gym, we need a larger venue. Having the ceremony in the evening will also accommodate parents of elementary students who wish to attend all of their children’s events. We hope you can join us on June 7th to celebrate our fantastic 8th grade class!

UPCOMING DATES

~ Fri., Mar. 10 Early Release - 11:15am

~ Mon., Mar. 13 Beginning of Tri 3 / Term 5

~ Tues., Mar. 14 Wyldlife Club Mtg. 7-9 @ “barn” by Covenant Comm. Church 7:07-8:07pm

~ Fri. through Wed. March 17 - 22 Scholastic BOGO Book Fair -

More details to follow

~ Fri., Mar., 17 Wyldlife Dance @ BMS from7:00-9:00 - Cost is $5.00 foradmittance and there will becandy concessions forsale. Casual dress code and school rules apply.

~ Tues., Mar. 21 Wyldlife Club Mtg. 7-9 @ “barn” by Covenant Comm. Church 7:07-8:07pm

~ Wed., Mar. 22 Renaissance Meeting 2:45-3:45pm

~ Tues., Mar. 28 Wyldlife Club Mtg. 7-9 @ “barn” by Covenant Comm. Church 7:07-8:07pm

~Fri., Apr. 14 Wyldlife Dance @ BMS from7:00-9:00 - Cost is $5.00 foradmittance and there will becandy concessions forsale. Casual dress code and school rules apply.

~ Mar. 31 - Apr. 7 Spring Break

~ Mon., Apr. 10 Classes Resume

~ Tues., Apr. 11 Wyldlife Club Mtg. 7-9 @ “barn” by Covenant Comm. Church 7:07-8:07pm

~ Fri., Apr. 14 Early Release - 11:15am

~ Tues., Apr. 18 Wyldlife Club Mtg. 7-9 @ “barn” by Covenant Comm. Church 7:07-8:07pm

~ Thurs., Apr. 20 Mandatory Mtg. for 8th GradersAND parents going on East Coast Trip 7-9pm in BMS cafe

~ Fri., May 12 Early Release - 11:15am

~ Fri., June 9 Last Day - Students dismissed@ 11:15am

Hygiene Products Collection March Madness Competition

It’s team against team, grade against grade! Who can bring in the most hygiene products to be donated to Love, Inc.? One of our 8th grade leadership groups has started a competition, which begins Monday, March 6, 2017. Students can place the items in a box for their team in the cafeteria in the morning or at lunch. The winning team will be rewarded with an outdoor fun activity in April. Ideas of items to be donated:

shampoo soap deodorant toothpaste toothbrushes dental floss disposable razors shaving cream conditioner body wash diapers wet wipes lotion nail clippers Q tips mouthwash

No food or medicine donations please! Thank you for helping make our hygiene collection a success!

LUNCH MENUMarch 6-10

Mon., Mar. 6 Chicken Noodle/Rice Soup with Bosco Stick (VM)Pulled Pork (VM)Yogurt Bar (MD)

Tues., Mar. 7 Mini Corn Dogs (MD)Side: Tator Tots Bean Salad

Wed., Mar. 8 Sandwich Bar (SM)Spicy Chicken (MD)Side: Corn

Thurs., Mar. 9 Pepperoni Calzone (MD)Side: Baked Fries

Fri., Mar. 10 NO SCHOOLSack lunch is available if office is notified by 9:30am

Upcoming Survey

For the past three years, we have been working on accomplishing our district’s long-range planning goals outlined in S.O.A.R. II (Strategic Objectives to Achieve Results). Teams of teachers, administrators and support staff have been focused on specific goals in the areas of Human Services, Operations, and Teaching and Learning. S.O.A.R. II points of pride include, but are not limited to, the development and phased implementation of an elementary STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Mathematics) special, saving millions of taxpayer dollars by renovating a former elementary school, renovating all buildings' front office areas to provide an extra level of security, and expanding community education offerings. A complete report of the many accomplishments can be found on our district’s website.

To continue our great tradition of excellence at Hudsonville Public Schools and to elevate our successes, we are asking for your help in the development of our next strategic plan: S.O.A.R. III. We have completed the first phase of development (Focus Groups) and are very thankful for the wealth of information we received. Our website contains a summary of findings based on this phase.

We are now entering the second phase in the research; a Randomized Needs Assessment Survey. If you receive an invitation to participate, please consider taking part in helping us set the direction for the next three years.

Later in February, we will open the survey to parents and community members who were not part of the random selection process. We will email the link to the survey when it becomes available.

~ Holy Cross Lutheran Church Kids Spring/Summer Sale - located at 1481 Baldwin St, Jenison. There will be clothing and shoes from baby-teen, maternity, baby items, outdoor items, books/games/puzzles/movies, room decor, sports equipment, and lots of toys. The sale is on Friday, March 17th 9am -3pm,and Saturday March 18th 9am-1pm (Half Off Sale). Admission is free. Sale proceeds help fund the youth summer mission trips.

These are not Hudsonville Public School District Sponsored Activity. This is provided to the community as a service.

The Hudsonville Athletic Boosters are presenting the GMB/Eagle 5k “Brian Carlson Memorial Run” on March 25, 2017 at 9am. The event will take place at Hudsonville High School with the route running through the City of Hudsonville. Special guest speaker at 8:30am in the gym will be Rebecca Cruttenden. Rebecca is the founder and director of the Team Orphans and the owner of Clara Cookies. She is also a mother of three adopted children and a 6 time Ironman finisher. Come hear her story and see why she is so passionate about helping others.

Be sure to sign up online at www.classicrace.com or visit our website at www.hudsonville5k.com for more information and registration. Online registration only. Packet pickup and late registration will be at Harvest Health March 24 from 4-7pm and Race Day morning from 7am to 8:50am. Be sure to check out and LIKE our Facebook page (GMB Eagle 5k race) also for all updates. All runners will receive lots of post-race refreshments.

Mom 2 Mom Sale!

Presented by Hudsonville High School’s Eagle Renaissance Program, from 9am - 12pm on Saturday, March 11, 2017 at Hudsonville Freshman Campus located at 3370 Allen St. Hudsonville, MI 49426. Admission is $2 and strollers are welcome. There will be children’s items, maternity items and big ticket children’s iems for sale!

We nee vendors too! All proceeds from this fundraiser will support our Renaissance Program in its efforts to encourage improved academic performance + a stronger Hudsonville Eagle culture! If you are interested in renting a table to sell, please send an email to: mjesky@hpseagles.net and a table rental agreement form will be emailed to you.

With the month of March in full swing, we want to welcome our new Business of the Month! Rainbow Grill on 32nd Ave is the sponsor for the month of March. They will be offering a free burger, wrap, sandwich, or pancake w/ purchase of a drink! John and his crew at Rainbow Grill have been proud supporters of the program since the beginning and we thank them for their efforts in honoring our Renaissance kids. It's businesses like this that make our community great!

Thanks John & all the staff at Rainbow Grill!

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