We’ve been having a blast at Pine Ridge in 2025. We’ve had all our holiday festivities, cardboard sled racing, STEAM projects, Salmon raising, a whole school book sale and a few snowdays thrown in- WOW! I am constantly amazed at all the good learning and how much growth has happened. We just had our book sale and we are hoping that these new books in kids’ hands encourage them to keep reading. Thank you for reading with your kiddos at home as we work to keep the momentum going. I am excited to continue to partner with you and to celebrate all the great things happening at Pine Ridge!
Happy Reading!
Mrs. Dinah Pereira
Announcements
5th Grade Families:
Save the Date:
Holland Christian Middle School invites 5th grade parents to come to our Spring Launch Night! Meet the staff, hear about the academic and extra curricular opportunities, and get a head start on understanding the transition to the middle school. See the 6th Grade Launch Night Flyer for more information.
Technology Reminder:
As a reminder please do not send personal technology to school, this includes Smartwatches. If they are seen by a teacher, they will be asked to put it in their backpack and take it home. If it is seen a second time it will be placed in the office for a parent to pick up at the end of the day. An excerpt from our handbook states;
Personal Technology: Personal Technology is not necessary in a school setting and disrupts the learning environment. Personal Technology includes, but is not limited to, the following:
- Cell Phones
- Smartwatches
- Headphones or Earbuds
- Personal Laptops
- MP3-Players
- Etc. (i.e. Any non-school issued personal technology)
If parents need to communicate with their student, they can send their student an email or call the office and get a note from the office. Personal Technology items are not allowed to be used or visible during the time a student enters school until the final bell rings. If a student needs to use their phone, they must receive direct permission from a staff person to do so.
Running Clubs
We are still looking for some volunteer coaches for both of our running clubs! Please email the office with any questions. This is a great way to get involved.
Wacky Wednesdays
We have a couple Wacky Wednesdays left for your student to participate:
- February 5 – Hat Day
- February 12 – PJ Day (snow day make up!)
The winning class each week (largest % of students participating) will get a hot chocolate party provided by our Parent Board!
Tardies
The front doors at Pine Ridge are unlocked for drop off from 7:50-8:15. The first bell rings at 8:12 to get students in and ready to start learning at the 8:15 bell. If your child arrives after 8:15, they will be marked tardy. Thank you for helping us get learning started right away in the morning and utilizing all the time we have!
Chapel
We would like to extend an invitation to our weekly chapels. Chapel happens each Tuesday from 1:25-1:55 pm. Please be sure to check in at the office!
Swimming Lessons
These lessons are provided at the Holland Aquatic Center. Holland Christian elementary students have the privilege of receiving swimming lessons each year through the Holland Aquatic Center. These lessons are provided during the school day for 2 weeks. We recognize that this program could be a little uncomfortable for children. Because our children are blessed to be raised in Michigan, surrounded by bodies of water, we believe this safety instruction is a blessing that we pray they will never need, but that we still feel responsible to equip them with. If you find yourself pondering over the “why” of lessons, please listen to HC mom Jenny White on the why swim safety. This HCAC Swim School welcome video can help you understand a bit about the logistics. Any questions please feel free to email the office.
Swimming lessons will be happening March 17- 28 for 3rd and 4th graders this year!
Lost and Found
The Lost and Found table outside the office at Pine Ridge is growing into tables!! If your student is missing something, please check the photo album online or stop in and check it in person.
Absences & Appointments
Please call the school office at 616.820.3505 or email the office any time before 8:30am to let us know each day your child will be absent. You may leave a voicemail any time and it will be checked in the morning when the office opens. Please leave any symptoms your sick child may have; this information is a requirement for us to report to the county! Also, please note that we do have a 24-hour policy for any fever, vomiting, or diarrhea. For colds and coughs, please use your discretion as we know these things can linger.
Please email the office of any appointments or early dismissal/late arrival information. That helps us make sure your student is ready for pickup or let’s us know they are coming later and are accounted for. All students must be signed in and out from the office by an adult!
Pine Ridge Carpool Line:
Please remember that you may only turn right out of the parking lot between 3:15-3:45 so we can still get cars in and out as quickly and safely as possible!
Also, remember to pull ALL the way up to the bike rack even if the weather isn’t ideal for pickup AND dropoff so we can fit as many cars in as possible. We cannot stop in the circle for any reason during those times.
Food Services
Please remember to keep an eye on your child’s lunch account and add funds as necessary.
Moms in Prayer
Moms in Prayer is a great way to connect with other moms, pray for your child, and have an impact on the school. Please join us on Fridays at Providence Church from 8:30-9:30 am. Please email Nicole Shook with questions.
Elementary Handbook
The Elementary Handbook is a great resource for parents providing important details on things like our curriculum, discipline policy, etc.
Important Website Links
Calendar
February:
- 14: No school: Staff PD
- 17: No school: Winter Break
March:
- 14: End of Quarter 3
- 19: Band Extravaganza
- 19: Report Cards Emailed
- 20: Parent Teacher Conferences
- 25: Parent Teacher Conferences