HOME BULLETIN: GRCES - Evergreen Campus - May 30
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JUNE
1 & 2       Team 3 overnight to Mackinaw
6              4th Grade Orchestra Concert, 5:30pm Commons
6              End of the Year Picnic, 6:00pm Playground
9              Last Day of Preschool
16            Chapel & 5th Grade Graduation, 11:00am 
16            Last Day of School, 12:00pm Dismissal


AUGUST
14           Back To School Open House, 4-6pm
16           First Day for K-5th Grade, Half Day, 12:00pm Dismissal
16           GRCS Busing Begins, (GRPS busing begins after Labor Day) 
18           Preschool Mini Day, 10am-11am
21           First Day for Preschool
29           Back-To-School Picnic & Classroom Connect, 5:30pm



From the Principal

Have you spent time in our classrooms during the months of May, June, August or September?  If so you would not be able to help but notice that they are HOT!  Evergreen's balanced calendar honors the learner with breaks throughout the school year however, that means we start earlier in August and end later in June.  Our classrooms are comprised of 30-40 little bodies that move, wiggle and sweat.  If you've attended an Orchestra concert, Classroom Connect or another classroom event in the spring, summer or even early fall, you know that our classrooms get very warm, making it challenging for students to concentrate on teaching and learning.  Evergreen staff, parents, grandparents and friends have identified a need for classroom air conditioning units and we now have a fundraising campaign that includes a matching gift opportunity to help us reach our goal.

We recently celebrated our Evergreen community together at Wildwood Family Farms where we kicked off a fundraising initiative to help cover a portion of the GRCS 20/20-Preserving a Vital Purpose investment into the Evergreen campus.  We have a fundraising goal of $100,000 in order to fund a portion of the needed facility upgrades such as classroom air conditioning units and necessary updates to become A.D.A. compliant.

For the next 30 days, we have the opportunity to receive matching gifts up to $50,000 for all donations designated for Evergreen .  We have currently raised just over $10,000 so we have a bit to go.  Please consider participating in this important effort.  We are so grateful for this matching gift opportunity.  We want to take full advantage of the generosity of this pledge in order to begin the needed updates for our campus.  Every donation gets us closer to our goal.  

You can donate to GRCS 20/20-Preserving a Vital Purpose through the Advancement Office or online at GRCS 20/20 Giving.  (Be sure to indicate GRCES Evergreen Capital Investments in the designation menu in order to take advantage of our matching gift opportunity).  To make a donation through the Advancement Office, contact Mark Stuit at (616) 574-6018 or MStuit@grcs.org.

Thank you for considering investing in Evergreen through the GRCS 20/20 campaign.

Grace and Peace,
Becky Breuker


Evergreen News
  
Sack Lunch Order Form for Hoffmaster
On Thursday, June 8 our K-5th grader students will be taking a field trip to Hoffmaster State Park. We are offering a Cold Lunch option for that day but you must preorder! Order forms are coming home in backpacks today. Please turn them in by Tuesday, June 6. Your student's lunch account will be charged accordingly. Milk will not be available.

Thank You!
From all the teachers and staff at Evergreen, Thank you! We were spoiled during staff appreciation week with great food, extra break coverage, gifts and so many uplifting messages and kind words. Thank you for showering us in love last week.

Team 3 Students
Do you want to play a middle school sport in the fall?   We are taking sign-ups for fall sports now.  Kids, talk to your parents about getting signed up before the school year ends. The deadline for registration is June 16. No late sign ups are accepted. Sign up here to be apart of BOYS SOCCER, GIRLS VOLLEYBALL, SIDELINE CHEER, CO-ED CROSS COUNTRY or BOYS FOOTBALL .

Click  here  to view the updated  Athletic Handbook.

Lost & Found:  Our lost and found is overflowing with clothes, winter gear, gym shoes and boots and many miscellaneous items.  Please be sure to check out the lost and found items the next time you are at school.  Whatever items are left here when summer break begins will be donated to New 2 You.

Attention 4th Grade Parents:
We will be having an informal concert right before the Evergreen Picnic on June 6.  Please plan to arrive by 5:15 in the learning commons so students can be tuned and settled.  Our concert will begin at 5:30pm.  Dress code is casual.  We are really looking forward to sharing our music with you!  Please contact Mrs. Drafta with any questions or concerns.  ( edrafta@grcs.org )

Central Office Summer Hours and move details
The GRCS Administrative offices are moving the week of June 12 and will be closed for business that week.  The new office is located at 2400 Plymouth Ave SE on the campus of Grand Rapids Christian High School at Eagles Stadium.  The offices will be open again for business on June 19. The weeks of June 19 - August 4 the office will be open Monday - Thursday from 7:00 am - 5:00 pm.  Regular office hours of 8:00 am - 4:30 pm Monday - Friday will begin on August 7. Have a wonderful and blessed summer with your family, enjoying God's beautiful creation! 



Hot Lunch

Free and Reduced Benefits- Your family may apply for lunch benefits at any time during the school year.  Go to lunchapp.com and follow the prompts.  Each school year you need to reapply, so if you were receiving benefits last year and wondered why you are not receiving benefits this year, your application may have expired. Just a reminder, if you child takes milk only and you are receiving benefits- it will not be covered by the free and reduced lunch benefits. The free and reduced benefits cover milk with a meal.

Weekly Cold Lunch Options - Ends on Thursday, June 8
Mon: Nacho Bag - Tostitos Scoops, Cheese Cup, Salsa, Go Gurt, Refried Beans, Apples
Tues: Lucky Lunch Bag - Lucky Charms Cereal,Go Big Yoplait Strawberry yogurt, Cheese Stick, Baby Carrots, Fresh Grapes
Wed: Turkey Sub Bag - Turkey & Cheese sub, Apple Slices, Celery & Hummus, Mini Rice Krispie treat
Thur: Pretzel & Cheese - Pretzel, Cheese Sauce, Broccoli & Carrots, Mandarin Oranges, Jennie-O Turkey Stick
Fri: Trix for Kids - Trix Cereal, Trix Yogurt, Smiley Potatoes, Annie's Bunnies Friends, Applesauce
Mon 5/29


No School
Tues 5/30
Ham & Cheese Calzone, Steamed Corn, Fruit Choice, Mini Ice Cream Sandwich
Wed 5/31
2 Bosco Sticks, Marinara, Garden Salad, Fresh Grapes & Apples
Thur 6/1
Popcorn Chicken Bowl, Whipped Potatoes. Gravy Dinner Roll, Steamed Corn, Fruit Choice
Fri 6/2
Mosticioli, Garlic Bread, Steamed Broccoli, Red Grapes

Mon 6/5
Breaded Chicken Patty on a Bun, Lettuce, French Fries, Applesauce

Tues 6/6
2 Beef Tacos with Chips, Cheese, Salsa, Corn, Lettuce, Peach Slices
Wed 6/7
Hot Dog on a Bun, Small Chips, Carrots, Celery, Watermelon
Thur 6/8
Sack Lunch for Hoffmaster - Must be Preordered
Ham & Cheese on a Bun, Chips, Carrots with Ranch, Apple Slices, Juice Box
Fri 6/9
Domino's Pizza Day
Garden Salad, Watermelon, Mini Ice Cream Sandwich


No 2nd Option

Hot Lunch Duty

Evergreen will once again be needing volunteers to serve lunch in the new year. Please go to the Evergreen Hot Lunch and Recess Sign Up to volunteer to help serve from 12:25-12:50pm each day.


M on 5/29

No School


T ues 5/30

Jennifer Truong

Wed 5/31

Brenda Vu

Thur 6/1



Fri 6/2

Jennifer Truong


M on 6/5

Brenda Vu


Tues 6/6



Wed 6/7

Joanne Peterson

Thur 6/8



Fri 6/9

Jennifer Truong

Playground Duty
Your assistance is needed during recess from 12:45 p.m. - 1:10 p.m.
Younger siblings are always welcome during recess! Contact Karen at karenlaughhunn@gmail.com or visit Evergreen Playground Sign-up Genius   to volunteer.




Mon 5/29

No School



Tues 5/30

Jennifer Truong

Wed 5/31

Emily Redder

Thur 6/1

Heidi Krosschell


Fri 6/2

 Jennifer Truong




Mon 6/5





Tues 6/6

Leslie Boonstra

Wed 6/7

Joanne Peterson

Thur 6/8

Shari Brouwer


Fri 6/9

 Kristen Buter

PTO Update
   
2017-2018 PTO
If you are interested in becoming involved with the Parent Teacher Organization  (PTO ) for the 2017-18 school year or would like more information about the PTO please contact Kara VanDrie at  karasvandrie@gmail.com.

Foot Frolic Frenzy
The Foot Frolic Frenzy Committee is looking for new members.  If you are willing to be a part of this Committee which puts on our schools biggest fundraiser please email Becky Kok at  beckykok5@gmail.com.

GRCS Athletics

Registration for the following Fall programs is now open....
Fall Football (Flag, Rocket and 7/8th Grade)
Boys Tennis
Boys Lacrosse
Basketball Skills and Drills
Girls Lacrosse 
Speed Agility and Quickness. 
Wrestling 
Soccer
Swimming
 
Sign up now, before summer flies by and it's too late. For more detailed information and forms go to: http://www.grcs.org/netcommunity/YouthSports. For questions, email sboender@grcs.org.


GRCS Summer Sports Camps
We are excited to announce our 2017 Summer Sports Camps!  Grand Rapids Christian offers a great variety of summer camps to 1st-8th grade students to improve skills and athleticism and to foster community. Click here for information on the sports camps offered this year.

Our baseball camp is taking on a new format this year in partnership with In The Zone.  There are multiple camp options for boys 7-12 years old.   Get more information here!
Register and pay for camp online.

If you have any questions about our camps or the registration process, please contact Carolyn Groendyk in the athletic office at 616.574.5819 or  cgroendyk@grcs.org .

Cross Country Camp:  If you are interested in learning more about cross country, Coach Jager will be hosting a camp for grades 5-8 on July 17-20. Additional information and camp registration can be found at  eaglesrunning.com .

               
TRIP News
Hours:   
   Tuesdays:  Gift card sales @ RCS from 8-10am. 
   Wednesdays:  Gift card sales @ GRCES Iroquois Campus from 7:30am-5pm. 
You may also contact us at the TRIP office on Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays; hours vary. Phone 574-6030 or email  info@eagletrip.org . Visit our website at  www.eagletrip.org  anytime and LIKE us on Facebook (Eagle-TRIP LLC) to keep up with the latest information.

Summer Schedule:
June:   
Week of 6/5 - Regular hours
Week of 6/12 - Closed
Weeks of 6/19 & 6/26 - Open Wed. 9am-5pm @ GRCES Iroquois Campus; 
                                   Open Tues. 9-10am @ RCS

July:
Week of 7/3 - Closed
Weeks of 7/10 & 7/17 - Open Wed. 9am-5pm @ GRCES Iroquois Campus; 
                                   Open Tues. 9-10am @ RCS
Week of 7/24 - Closed
Week of 7/31 - Open Wed. 9am-5pm @ GRCES Iroquois Campus; 
                       Open Tues. 9-10am @ RCS

August:
Week of 8/7 - Open Wed. 9am-5pm @ GRCES Iroquois Campus; 
                     Open Tues. 9-10am @ RCS
Weeks of 8/14 & 8/21 - Closed
Week of 8/28 - Open Wed.7:30am-5pm @ GRCES Iroquois Campus; 
                      Open Tues. 8-10am @ RCS
 
Pick up a paper copy of the schedule at the TRIP Office. It is also posted on our website  www.eagletrip.org  and our Facebook page.      
    
Online Shopping & Mobile TRIP:  Earn TRIP credit anytime, anywhere by setting up an account at  www.ShopWithScrip.com PrestoPay set-up also required for payment of online orders. You will be able to order e-cards in minutes or reload existing cards overnight (just minutes for ReloadNow brands) as well as pre-order plastic gift cards to pick up at our office.  Purchase, manage and redeem your electronic cards on your mobile device through ShopWithScrip's mobile site MyScripWallet.com.  You can also use the convenient Benefit Mobile app (retailers and rebate percentages vary from those at the TRIP Office and ShopWithScrip). Visit  www.eagletrip.org   and scroll down to MOBILE TRIP and ONLINE ORDERING to learn more about our electronic options.

GRCS News    

GRCS Laptop Sale June 9  
GRCS tech department is selling 100+ four year old mid 2013 11.6" MacBook Airs for $300 each. These slightly blemished laptops can be purchased from 7:30 AM - 1:00 PM while supplies last on June 9 at Grand Rapids Christian High School in the office lobby. All laptops are sold as is with no support. They are reimaged, and the computer has no restrictions or software (Pages, Numbers, etc. can be downloaded for free at the Mac App Store). Specs: 11.6" display, 4 GB RAM, 128 GB solid state drive, 1.3 Ghz Intel Core i5 Processor, Mac OSX Sierra.

GR Christian High School seeks Guest Instructors for Winterim 2018
Do you have a passion to share with Grand Rapids Christian High students? Winterim at GRCHS engages students in a two-week amplified learning experience that unveils their unique passions and abilities, preparing them to be effective servants of Christ in contemporary society. Partnership with the community is a vital part of Winterim. If you are interested in teaching a two-week course next January as a paid Guest Instructor, please contact Krista Wright for more information at kwright@grcs.org or 616-574-5508.

Retirement Open House
Come and help us celebrate the retirement of GRCES teacher, Ms. Marlyce Snyder. We will be honoring her at an Open House in the Grand Rapids Christian Elementary School Iroquois campus library on June 1, 3:30-5:00.

Grand Rapids Christian Schools' Administrative Office will soon be moving:   Elementary enrollment growth of more than 20% over the past five years means it is time for a move! In order to make room for students at the Iroquois Campus, Grand Rapids Christian Schools' Administrative Office will relocate to its new location on the campus of Grand Rapids Christian High School this summer.  Effective June 19, 2017, the GRCS Administrative Office's new address will be 2400 Plymouth Ave SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49506.  For those unfamiliar with the location, it is also the home of Eagles Stadium. Phone numbers for all GRCS central office employees will remain the same; the main number will also continue to be 574-6000.  One special note - the T.R.I.P. office will remain at its current location at the Iroquois Campus along with the Youth Sports and Recreation Program office.
 
It is very sad to be saying goodbye to our young friends and families whom we have come to know and love at GRCES.  But we look forward to welcoming everyone at our new location this summer; please feel free to stop in anytime to say hello!
 
Grand Rapids Christian Schools
Administrative Office
2400 Plymouth Avenue SE
Grand Rapids MI 49506
Ph: 616.574.6000

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New 2 You News  

We are in need of your time!   Check out our website at  www.new2youshop.org   and click the volunteer tab for the volunteer schedule to fulfill your 3 hour family obligation to New 2 You. Call 616 942-2929 if you have any questions.

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Requested Announcements
Please note: Listing of the goods, services, and events here does not constitute the endorsement of the Grand Rapids Christian Schools. 

The Brouwers Agency Movies in the Park
Join us for FREE family-friendly entertainment on the shores of Reeds Lake! The Brouwers Agency and Auto-Owners Insurance are proud to sponsor the 2017 Movies in the Park.  Movies will be shown on an inflatable screen at dusk. Come early for the best seat and bring your lawn chair or blanket. Snacks will be available for purchase  More info here:  http://www.eastgr.org/index.aspx?nid=183

Zion's Dream, a youth organization providing child wellness and development for bereaving and/or inner city youth, invites interested youth and fathers to attend a Daddy & Daughter Dance on Sunday, June 18, 2017.  Tickets cost is $15.  It will be held in the Pantlind Ballroom at the Amway Grand Plaza Hotel from 4:00 - 8:00 p.m.  Kid-friendly top 40 music will be played and juice and snacks will be provided. 

Job Opportunity:  LaGrave CRC is seeking to fill some custodial positions - a full time 2nd shift custodian, or a part time day custodian along with evening greeters and an alternating Sunday custodian.  The full job descriptions can be found here. 
Inquiries and resumes should be sent to Ruth Ringnalda at 
                  
Calvin College Golf Camp @ Stormy Creek   
The Christian Athletic Complex
3450 36th St SE Grand Rapids, MI 49512-2800

Beginning Golf Camp:
 This camp is for beginning golfers and includes instruction for girls and boys. (Camps A and B for ages 9-15)
 
Intermediate Golf Camp:   This camp includes golf instruction for boys and girls that have some golf experience and are interested in pursuing competitive golf. (Camp E for ages 12-15 or by permission)
 
Camp A: Beginning:  June 12-15  9:00 AM-Noon  $90.00/per person
Camp B: Beginning:  June 12-15   12:30-3:30 PM  $90.00/per person
Camp C: Beginning:  June 19-22  9:00 AM-Noon  $90.00/per person
Camp D: Intermediate: June 19-22 12:30-3:30 PM  $100.00/per person
                        
     
Summer Arts and Tech Camps:  This year, the West Michigan Center for Arts and Technology/WMCAT is expanding opportunities for teens to build their creative confidence in our studios by offering summer arts and tech camps. Unlike our afterschool program, these 4-day camps are open to students of all school districts and any teen who is currently in 6th-11th grades. With over 20 different options in areas such as photography, printmaking, sewing, illustration, graphic arts, and video game design, there's really something for just about everyone. Tuition discounts are also available for those interested in more than one session. A complete listing of sessions being offered and registration is available at  www.wmcat.coursestorm.com
              
Grand Rapids Drive Summer Basketball Camp:  Join us from 8am -12 noon at the David D. Hunting YMCA on July 17-20 for basketball camp. You will learn basic skill development and fundamentals.  This is offered for boys and girls ages 8-14.   To learn more and register for Drive Camp, click here
                 
Summer Art Camp:  East Congregational United Church of Christ, 1005 Giddings SE, is hosting a Children's Summer Arts Camp on June19-23 from 9:30am-12:30pm. The camps theme is Parade of Parables.
                     
Parent Coaching Group (a division of the ADHD Center):  Join us at 6119 28th St for parent discussion on developing knowledge/understanding, identifying and applying practical parenting strategies, and participating in meaningful discussions about ADHD. There is a group that meets on Mondays or Tuesdays.  For more information, visit  www.MIADHD.com .
     
Baseball Skills Camp:  This "Summer Slam" baseball camp provides kids with phenomenal absekall skill and drill insrtuction in a very fun and creative way! This two-day summer event is themed around the MLB's All-Star game. Our instructors are some of the area's finest current or former baseball players/coaches with extensive baseball experience. To sign up and for more information, go to  www.baseball-concepts.com .
   
Lake Michigan Cottage for Rent:  Perfect for summer vacations or fall and winter getaways! Great dates still available for this summer.  More information including rates, pictures, and availability at  www.montaguerental.com .
    
Instrument for Sale:  Yamaha flute for sale. It's in excellent condition and comes with a case. The flute was used for only one year.  Asking price $450 (Original price $775).  Please call Wendy Doane at 616-901-0707 if interested.  
   
Home for Sale:  2130 Radcliff Ave SE. Wonderful family home on dead-end street  this in only one block south of Calvin College.  2038 sq ft, above grade plus finished basement.  4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, large yard.  Well maintained and updated.  Going on the market June 7.  Open house scheduled for June 10 and June 11 from 1PM-4PM.  
 
Beautiful Home for Sale in Ridgemoor Estates:  5 bedroom, 4.5 bath, 3 stall garage, cul-de-sac. Great family home, close to GRCS schools. 2346 Mission Hills Dr. SE. Text or call Paul H at 915-6840.  
   
Interested in Learning Golf Skills?  Looking for something to do this summer? Try to get your son and/or daughter interested in learning more about the great game of golf, please take a look at this flyer. It is for all skill levels and no previous experience is necessary. Get out and play some golf this summer!
Beginner Session
Wednesdays June 14 - Aug 9 (No July 5) 12:30-1:30pm
$30 ea. or $200 when you sign up for all 8 up front
This session is for the beginner golfer who hopes to play on the golf team for the first time.  This instruction-based program will include the basic fundamentals while also teaching how to get around the golf course. 
 
Intermediate/Advanced Session
Wednesdays June 14 - Aug. 9 (no July 5) 1:30-3:00pm
$45 ea. or $300 when you sign up for all 8 up front
This session will be for the more advanced golfer.  This competitive practice based program will be for the golfer who may or may not already have an individual instructor and is looking for more practice and competition to prepare for the season ahead. 
 
These classes will be an 8:1 student to teacher ratio and will be held on Wednesdays throughout the summer. The program will be led by PGA instructor, Kelly Plaisier.  Additional instructors, Raquel Bryant and Code Vanos will teach as needed.
        
The Ottawa Hills Neighborhood Association will hold its 24th Annual Garden Tour  on Saturday, June 24, 2017 from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. There will be dozens of gardens to enjoy.  Also, Noel Webley and his Jazz Friends will again be performing live! Enjoy the music, food and lemonade stands while walking this beautiful neighborhood. The starting point for the free, self-guided tour is at Grand Rapids Christian Elementary School, 1050 Iroquois SE, with parking available on the north side of the school. An information booth will be set up with maps and directions.

Ridgemoor Swim Club
Looking for some fun in the sun this summer? Join Ridgemoor Swim Club, a neighborhood pool on Inverness, near Breton and Burton. Swim team and swim lessons available for both members and nonmembers. Family, individual and grandparent membership options. Find out more at  www.ridgemoorswimclub.com!

Other GRCS School Home Bulletins

Grand Rapids Christian Elementary School
Evergreen Campus

1630 Griggs St SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49506
Phone: 616.574.5900  Fax: 616.574.5910
Principal - Becky Werdon - bwerdon@grcs.org
Secretary - Carrie Doezema - cdoezema@grcs.org