OCCS News and Announcements
March 14, 2023
Spiritual Theme: Blessed to be a Blessing
Theme Song: Like a River Glorious
Theme Verse: Matthew 5:9 "Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called children of God."
Cleaning Summer Help Needed
Mr. Kroese is looking for help cleaning during the summer. He is looking for workers who are Jr High age and above. Contact Mr. Kroese 395-1155 or the OCCS office if you are interested. Summer hours are Monday through Friday from 7:30am-12:30pm.
2nd Grade Art on Display
2nd Grade ceramic sculptures are now on display at the Orange City Public Library until Tuesday, March 21. Students were asked to form a favorite creature from God’s creation. Take time to take a look!
Grandparents Day
Please save the date for OCCS Grandparents Day April 21, 2023 9am to Noon More information can be found on the attached flyer.
5th - 8th Band Concert at OCCS
The band concert this year will be held at OCCS in the gym starting at 7pm. After the concert you are invited to the hallways of OCCS where 7th & 8th grade students will be sharing their 2023 History day boards. We also have several performances and a website that will be shared. If you are unable to attend the concert you can watch it live at this link.
Kindergarten in the 4th Quarter
With the start of the 4th quarter on March 20th, Kindergarten class will begin going to school the full week Monday through Friday.
Trip Promotion
It's back, another chance for your organization to win big! Make a purchase from March 13 – 17 to get entered to win a $50 gift card. Winners will be randomly selected daily, for a total of 5 winners. Plus, 1 lucky organization will win free shipping for a year.

  • 1 daily winner of a $50 gift card.
  • 1 entry = any online order of at least $25, March 13 – 17. 
  • Limit of 1 entry per participant per day. 
  • Shop any brand, any gift card type. 
  • 1 winner of free organization shipping for a year.
  • Limit of 1 entry per participant per day for OCCS. No limit on the total number of entries for OCCS.
  • 1 lucky organization will be randomly selected to win.
  • Includes up to 52 shipments, your choice of UPS® Ground, UPS Next Day Air Saver®, or UPS Next Day Air®.
Available Positions - Resource Teacher
Orange City Christian School is expanding its resource department and is looking at adding another resource teacher. If you or someone you know is interested, please send your resume and application to jalons@occhristian.pvt.k12.ia.us Application Packet
NO Costume Exchange this year
The city is not hosting the traditional costume exchange this year for tulip time. If you are in need of a costume for Tulip Festival, please be aware you will need to make other arrangements.