56G News
April 15, 2024
M-STEP Information
We are so proud of our students and how hard they have worked this year. We know that M-STEP can be a very stressful time of year for students. Please help us boost our students up by offering them encouragement and to just try their best! They have been preparing all year and this is their time to show what they know! Please see below for specific M-STEP testing information for both fifth and sixth grade students.
The Wizard of OZ Musical
The 6th-8th Grade Musical this year is The Wizard of Oz and the shows are Friday, April 19th at 7 PM and Saturday, April 20th at 2 PM. All students get a discounted rate, so make sure you click on the student price for any kids that you are bringing to this family friendly show. 5th grade families please check your emails for a special discounted offer just for 5th graders. HERE is the link to buy your tickets! Best of luck to all of the students from 5/6G participating in the cast and crew!
5th Grade Music Information for Next Year!
Reminder: Band and Orchestra students will need to rent an instrument by May 1 to reserve it for fall. If you have questions, please contact any of the music teachers below and visit the music website. If there is financial need, please contact a teacher!
BAND RENTAL - Meyer Music
ORCHESTRA RENTAL - Guarneri House
Becky Bush, Orchestra, rbush@hpseagles.net
Zack Jacobs, Band, zjacobs@hpseagles.net
5th Grade Field Day
7th Grade Immunization Requirements
Most 6th grade students need a couple of new immunizations (Meningitis and T-dap) after turning 11 and before entering 7th grade. Students are assessed as they enter 7th grade and must be up-to-date before they can start school for their 7th grade year. As your 6th grader has their well-child check-ups and receives the updated immunizations, please obtain a copy of their updated official immunization record and give a copy to the BMS office anytime this year. (We are required to have a copy of this official document in their file.)
6th Grade Field Trip
Tuesday, Apr 30, 2024, 09:30 AM
3 Mile Project, Walkent Drive Northwest, Grand Rapids, MI, USA
Skating Party at Tarry Hall
Join us for the last skating party of the year! 6:15pm - 8:15pm at Tarry Hall in Grandville.
Tuesday, Apr 30, 2024, 06:15 PM
Tarry Hall Roller Rink, Fairlanes Avenue Southwest, Grandville, MI, USA
Early Release
Students will be dismissed at 11:15am. Sack lunches will be available to order to take home. Please have your child order with their first hour teacher if they would like a lunch.
Friday, May 3, 2024, 11:15 AM
6th Grade Orchestra Concert
Thursday, May 9, 2024, 06:30 PM
Hudsonville High School, 32nd Avenue, Hudsonville, MI, USA
End of Year Celebration - Save the Date!
Thursday, May 30, 2024, 05:00 PM
COMMUNITY EVENTS
Community Education Programs
The sun is shining, and people are gearing up to ditch their winter coats for short sleeves! Over at Hudsonville Community Education, we are also excited for the upcoming warmer days. We have added new programs to help your kids develop skills, form friendships, and, above all, have a great time! Check out what's in store, and keep an eye out for a sneak peek of our summer lineup coming your way soon! Registration for summer kicks off on April 1st.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us.
Mobile and Computer Viewable Brochure
Registration Begins on April 1st
Rebecca Fabiano
Community Education Director
616-669-1740
REMINDERS
Student Drop Off and Pick Up Procedures
Student drop-off and pick-up are very busy times in the school driveway and hallways. If you are dropping your child off in the carline, please remain in your vehicle and follow the procedures below.
Car Line Drop-off Procedures
7:30 a.m.
1. Use the car loop at the main entrance of the building.
2. Stay in the right lane and drop off your child in the drop-off zone. Staff wearing yellow vests will be directing traffic. Please pull all the way up to either the stop sign for the unloading zone or to the car in front of you.
3. Students will exit the cars on the passenger side of the car in the unloading zone. Do not allow students to exit the car on the driver’s side for safety reasons. Staff will direct them to the door that they will go in.
4. Parents remain in their vehicles.
5. Do not pass cars in the car line. Stay in a single file line until the cars move in front of you.
To Keep Our Line Moving Tips:
Follow the procedures noted above.
Say your goodbyes and give kisses prior to dropping off in the car line. :)
Have backpacks/supplies ready to exit car with students.
Parents need to remain in their vehicles.
Thank you in advance for your patience and understanding with our system and procedures. Safety is our number one concern for our students and their families.
Car Line Pick-up Procedures
2:45 p.m.
1. Pull into the parking lot and park.
2. Students will be walked out to the cross walk and then will go directly to their cars.
Tech @ 56G and Tech Fees for ALL Sixth Grade Students
- Our fifth grade students will be assigned a device that they will use and keep at school.
- As part of our 1-to-1 device initiative, all sixth grade students will be issued a Chromebook and case for use during the school year. Each student must pay a $25 technology fee with a $75 max for each family. You can conveniently pay online using these directions (desktop / mobile) . Checks and cash are also accepted and may be turned in at 56G to the main office.
- 6th grade students will receive new devices. New students will be issued devices.
- 1 to 1 Overview and Chromebook Guide
- Overview of device use expectations, tech fee details, and repair process
Forgotten Items
Mark Your Calendars!
- Please check the HPS Student Calendar for early release dates and breaks for the 23-24 school year!
- You can find all 56G events linked here.
SCHOOL HOURS
Full Day
- Doors open at 7:30 a.m.
School begins at 7:50 a.m.
School ends at 2:45 p.m.
Office hours: 7:30 a.m.-3:15 p.m.
Attendance
If your student will not be attending school due to illness or other reasons, please call the office or email the attendance email (56Gattendance@hpseagles.net) before 8:15 am. Students who are not called in by a parent/guardian will be marked with an unexcused absence.
If your student will be late, arriving after 7:50 am, please call the office in the morning. Any students arriving after 7:50 am must be signed in by a parent/guardian.
Planned absences of more than 3 days require a vacation request form to be filled out. Forms can be picked up in the office, emailed to you, or you can print them off by clicking on the links below. Please turn in vacation request forms at least 5 days prior to the planned absence.
Volunteer Background Check
The Hudsonville Public School District has the right to approve or deny your request if your background check does not meet the standards of HPS Board Policy.
If you have any questions regarding the Volunteer Background Check process, please contact our Human Resources Department at 616-669-1740 or by emailing our office at eagles@hpseagles.net
We greatly appreciate your support and willingness to volunteer for Hudsonville Public Schools. Go Eagles!
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Location: 8175 36th Avenue, Hudsonville, MI, USA
Phone: 616-272-7100
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