Zinser Elementary News
September 20

Zinser Elementary News September 20

09/20/24

Family Council News
Thank you to everyone who came to the kick off meeting this week! We look forward to our next meeting on Tuesday, October 8. Our biggest fundraiser of the year kicks off on September 30. This Read-A-Thon is sure to be a rootintootin' good time, so saddle up to celebrate the joy of reading and to help support students and staff at Zinser Elementary. More information to come. Here are a few key updates we would like to share with everyone:

• WatchDogs Pizza Night - September 26 from 6-7 p.m. at Zinser Elementary
• Popcorn Friday - September 27
• Read-A-Thon Fundraiser - September 30 to October 11
• Roller Skating Party - October 10
• Book Fair - October 16-18. Volunteers needed! Sign up to come!

For more information please email zinserelemfc@gmail.com.

Walker Chamber Career Fair - Tuesday, October 22
Looking for a new job or career opportunity? Whether you're a recent graduate, a seasoned professional, or someone looking for a fresh start, this event is perfect for you. Join us from 5:00 - 7:00 pm at Walker Fire Station #2, 4101 Lake Michigan Drive. For more information, visit walkerchamber.org or email info@walkerchamber.org.

Bible Club After School Program for Grades K-5th
Bible Club will be held after school at Central Elementary on Mondays until 4:40 pm, beginning 9/23. For more info, contact club leader Betty Dykstra at 616-723-1545 or email hankandbetty@hotmail.com.

Kenowa Hills Powderpuff 2024
Monday, September 23 at Knight Stadium, 7:00 pm - $5 entry (no passes). Thank you for supporting the class of 2026.

McDonald's High School Sports Digital Fundraiser Day - October 3
Download the McDonald's app and support KHHS Sports on October 3 when 20% of sales will be donated to KHHS. Download the app and select 2652 Alpine Ave or 3030 Walker Ave and order food in the mobile app.

Knights Run For Education Fundraiser
The KH Education Foundation is holding a 5K Run/Walk to raise money on Saturday, October 12 at Central Elementary. Proceeds benefit the KHEF to fund grants that empower teachers to implement creative projects and programs to enhance our students' learning experience.

For more information or to make a donation or become a sponsor, contact Rob Conat at board@khedfoundation.org or call 810-730-0266. Checks payable to Kenowa Hills Education Foundation can be mailed to 2325 4 Mile Rd NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49544.

Youth Wrestling 2024-25
Registration begins October 11 at kenowahillsyouthsports.org. Practices begin January 7, 2025 and season runs through March 13. Advanced tournaments on Sundays and Beginner tourneys held on Friday evenings. Practices are held on Tuesdays and Thursdays, 6-7:15 pm for beginners (0-1 year experience), and 6-8:15 pm for Advanced (2+ years experience.) Price is $110 for the season and includes MYWAY Membership. NEW this year - Girls Wrestling! Stay tuned!

Baton Twirling Classes
Come join the fun and learn how to twirl a baton! Baton twirling is making a comeback as the latest and greatest sensation!

Dates: Every Tuesday beginning September 24 through December 17
Times: Ages 4-7, 6:15-7:00 pm, Ages 8-20, 7:00-7:45 pm
Registration: On Sept. 24 at the first class
Location: Coit Creative Arts Gymnasium, 617 Coit Ave. NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49503
Cost: $9/week to be paid at each class. $10 Registration fee to be paid at first class. Batons will be available for purchase at class for $35. Payment plans for batons available. $20 the first week, then $5 each week until paid off.

Students can earn awards and have an opportunity for competition and parades! It can also lead to students becoming a majorette for their school and a scholarship to college! Questions, call 616-460-1747, or email athleticssens@aol.com or visit our website at www.athleticsensations.com.

K-5th Grade Fall Dance Clinic
Saturday, October 5, from 1-3:00 pm at Central Elementary Gym (enter through the main doors and head to the gym.)
Cost: $30.90 and includes a t-shirt.
Register here.

*Students perform at the varsity home football game held October 11 at 7:00 pm. Questions: email KHDTfundraising@gmail.com.

Fall 2024 Junior Kickers (Birth Year 2020-2016)
September 23 - October 26

Junior is a youth soccer program run by licensed PASS coaches. It is a fun and friendly way to your children to start developing their soccer skills. Trainings are Mondays at 6:30 PM held at the Alpine Sports Complex with optional weekend games.

Register Now
More info at: PASSsoccerclub.com

2nd Annual KH Craft Fair - November 2
Home & Seasonal Decor, t-shirt printing, custom ornaments, baked goods, sweets, and so much more!

9:00 am - 3:00 pm at Kenowa Hills High School
Entry $3 and supports the SANP Class of 2025. For questions or to participate, email khendricks1114@gmail.com

OLDER NEWS

Parking Lot Notes: MAP
➔ Please consider utilizing our bus transportation option to avoid the busy parent pick-up lot
➔ Always look to pull up in line and when possible to help with the flow of traffic.
◆ Tell your child(ren) to look for the correct car and be ready. If your child is late to the class sign and you’ve pulled past it, you can circle around the lot and keep your car moving.
➔ Thank you for those turning right only! We know it’s an inconvenience, but we believe it will help speed up the line and be safer in the long run ( We have a couple accidents a year with vehicles turning left)
➔ Drop off starts at 8:30; children may exit vehicles a few minutes early to get traffic flowing, and must wait by their grade sign until the 8:30 bell.
➔ We do have two lanes in the parking lot. Please only use the right lane for drop off and pick up, the inside lane is a pass by lane only! Please pass by with caution.

DROP OFF EXPECTATIONS:

• Drop off starts at 8:30 with the day officially starting at 8:35. Kindergarten & K-Knights families please park and walk to the flagpole to have your child line up with their class at the 8:30 bell. The teacher will come out and greet the students and enter the building together.

DISMISSAL EXPECTATIONS:

The school day ends at 3:37

• Kindergarten & K-Knights and early pick-ups start dismissal at 3:30. Kindergarten parents please park and walk to meet the class and get your child by the flagpole for a more intimate and safe pick-up.
• We will designate consistent early pick-up families once again this year. Please contact our office if you can consistently be in the parking lot for an early pick-up at 3:30.
• 1st - 5th grade families will use the car line in the parent parking lot for pick-up. Your child will stand at the correct grade level sign and enter the car when it’s at the sign or close to the nearest pull up spot. You may need to pull up past the grade sign to help with the flow of traffic
• We understand that parents can get stuck in traffic or weather events happen that can extend travel time to get to school for the 3:37 dismissal. If you are going to be late please call the office ahead of time so we can make the student(s) aware. Consistent tardiness for pick-up will result in your child(ren) being bused to our Early Childhood Center for after school care. You can be billed for this.

Attendance/Drop Off - Pick Up
Our start time is 8:35 am! We need your help getting students here on time! Any students arriving after 8:40 will be marked tardy. Any students arriving after 9:05 am without an excused call/absence will be marked unexcused for the morning session. Please call our attendance line at 616-453-2461 opt.1 or email ziattendance@khps.org to communicate your student’s absence, early leave time, or late arrival. STRIVE FOR FIVE!!!