Zinser Elementary News
February 27

Zinser Elementary News February 27

02/27/26

School Improvement Survey
We need your feedback!  We ask that you complete the School Improvement Survey for Families by clicking the link. The survey will remain open through March 6, 2026, and all results will be shared with families once they have been compiled. 

Parent-Teacher Conferences
Parent-Teacher Conferences are just around the corner! This is a valuable opportunity to connect with your child’s teacher, discuss academic progress, celebrate growth, and set goals for the remainder of the school year. We encourage all families to participate in these important conversations. Sign up at this link. We look forward to partnering with you to support your student’s success!

KHHS Blood Drive - March 16 & 17
LOCATION Walker Ice & Fitness - Meeting Rooms 4151 Remembrance Grand Rapids, MI 49534 APPOINTMENTS PREFERRED Call 866-642-5663, visit versiti.org/mi. *Walk-ins welcome as schedule allows! Give a Pint, Get a Pint!! Receive a coupon for a FREE pint from Culvers -and- Donate and receive cozy flannel pants, while supplies last.

Hadestown the Musical at KHHS
The KHHS Theatre presents Hadestown Teen Edition March 26th-28th - showings at 7pm. Get tickets at khps.org/pac.

5th Grade Families - Music Department
The Kenowa Hills Music Department is excited to announce that your 5th-grade student will be meeting with instrumental experts from Meyer Music on Tuesday, March 3rd. They will have a chance to sample instruments from the woodwind, percussion, brass and string instrument families. Your student will be given an instrumental recommendation from the Meyer Music team and will be bringing home a paper for you with this information. Please review this with your student, sign and return to your student's homeroom teacher by Tuesday, March 10th. Your student will be signing up for their middle school schedule soon! For middle school music class options next year, students may choose from band, orchestra and choir. We appreciate your support as they navigate this new schedule. Please reach out to your student's music teacher, Julie Weber, if you have any questions regarding these exciting classes.

Kindergarten Spring Screening at Zinser
Monday, April 20 - Call 616-453-2461 to make an appointment.

Knight Out - Athletic Boosters Fundraiser
Join us March 7th at 6:30 pm at Eastern Avenue Hall for a night of live music by Sonimanic, auction items, fundraising, & games for all! Tickets are $45 through Jan. 31 and then $50 after Feb. 1 and include appetizers and cash bar. Also now accepting cash donations for auction items. Email khathleticboosters@gmail.com for questions or visit the link to purchase your ticket!

Family Council News

  • Zinser Family Council now has VENMO for donations! Our account is @ZinserFamilyCouncil
  • Please take a moment to complete our survey
  • Save the Date! Zinser Old Fashioned Carnival - Friday, March 20
  • We need your help! Please take a moment to fill out a one-question survey regarding the winter canvases that the students paint each year.

Carnival 2026
Our school carnival is quickly approaching, and we need your help to make it a fun and memorable evening for our students and families! We are looking for about 60 volunteers (high school age and up) to run games, assist with activities, and keep everything moving smoothly. In addition, we are also seeking food donations and monetary contributions to help cover supplies, prizes, and refreshments that make this event so special. The carnival is a favorite for our students, and it truly takes a village to make it successful. Volunteering or donating is a wonderful way to support our school community, connect with other families, and help create a fantastic experience for our kids. If you are able to help, please consider signing up for a volunteer shift or making a donation using the links below. Any amount of time or support you can give is greatly appreciated. Thank you in advance for your generosity and support—we couldn’t do this without you! Warmly, Zinser Carnival Committee
Volunteer  |  Donations 

Lacrosse Registration
1st-6th Grade Boys Lacrosse registration goes through March 8 at https://lacrosse.kenowahillsyouthsports.org.

3rd-12th Grade Wiffle Ball Tournament
Get ready to have some fun! Join us for a coed competition with teams fo 6 players each. The entry fee is just $150 per team, only $25 per player. Best of all every dollar raised will directly benefit the KH Softball program! Don't miss out to have fun and support a great cause! Learn more or sign up here.

Panko, Zinser Therapy Dog
Would you like to help support Panko, our facility dog? If so, here is an Amazon Wish List with some of the things he needs! Thank you!

Academy of Dance Arts - Learn more and Register

Berlin Fair Kids Day - Wednesday July 8
Come enjoy a market run by kids ages 5-17! From 1 pm-5 pm on July 8 at the Berlin Fairgrounds in Marne. Learn more at KidsMarkets.com

2025 Marne Junior Baseball Spring Sign-ups
Boys and girls ages 4-12 - T-ball, Coach Pitch, Minor League, and Major League. Sign up and pay available online @ www.marnejuniorbaseball.org or mail sign up sheet w/payment to: Marne Jr. Baseball, PO BOX 311, Marne, MI 49435. For more information call Red at 616-677-1260 or email mjbaseball@att.net.

Western Little League 2026 Registration
TeeBall through Juniors. Registration opens on 1/18 and will remain open until 2/15 at www.grwesternll.com. Late Registration begins 2/16 and a $25 late fee will be applied per player. Contact Sarah Breed Jones at skbreed329@gmail.com for Sponsorship information or westernlittleleaguebaseball@gmail.com for questions.

El Aztecas Zinser Fundraiser
Monday, March 30 all day -  Dine in or take out  at the 3040 Walker Ave location with flyer in-hand and 15% of the profits go back to Zinser.

OLDER NEWS & ANNOUNCEMENTS

Drop-off/Pick-up
Please see the attached images of our Parking Lot and Neighborhood Map to help make drop-off and pick-up as safe and smooth as possible. 

VALUE. SUPPORT. EMPOWER. | EVERY STUDENT, EVERY DAY.
KEEPING
STUDENTS SAFE

Nothing is more precious than your children. Find out how we work to ensure students feel safe, valued, and that they belong.

Safety and Security Commitment to Anti-Bullying Creating Inclusive Environments Safety Drills
FOR YOUR
CONVENIENCE

Life is busy. At Kenowa Hills, we partner with families to make life easier.

TRANSPORTATION BEFORE AND AFTER SCHOOL CARE
PERSONALIZED
LEARNING

Our Personal Mastery educational experience has redefined education and has gained attention around the state and nation. Personal Mastery provides your child with personalized attention from teachers. Instead of teaching to a broad group of students without an understanding of their individual strengths and weaknesses, Personal Mastery allows teachers to interact with students individually or in small groups to help them better address their weaknesses. In this way, we strive to help your child reach their full potential.

PERSONAL MASTERY SPECIAL EDUCATION ENGLISH LEARNERS TECHNOLOGY IN THE CLASSROOM
KNIGHT PRIDE
ATHLETICS

At the home of the Knights, athletic programs are a vital part of building character, drive, commitment, and teamwork for our student athletes.

UP-TO-DATE SPORTS INFO ATHLETIC DEPARTMENT YOUTH SPORTS Athletic Boosters
IT'S A WORK
OF ART

The arts build pride and community at Kenowa Hills. From our Marching Knights to musical performances at our Performing Arts Center, we believe the student experience really is a work of art.

FINE ART PROGRAMS PERFORMING ARTS CENTER
Join us in our effort to STRIVE FOR LESS THAN FIVE
Absences Every School Year