Moms in Prayer- Join us!

Moms in Prayer is a group of moms that meet at HCS on Fridays, 8:00-9:00 a.m. We alternate between the elementary and middle school buildings each week.  We are privileged to approach the Throne of Grace on behalf of HCS staff, teachers, and students, including our own children. We pray in simple scriptural, conversational and confidential prayer and welcome any Moms to come join us! Our first meeting of the new school year will be Friday, Sept. 11 at the Elementary School. Please check in at the main office and Mrs. Kellar will direct you.  See you there!

Limited Busing

On September 9, in the afternoon only, the HPS bus routes will be limited. The following buses will run their regular route: Bus 4, Bus 19 & Bus 76. If your HPS bus number is not listed, you will need to provide your own transportation in the afternoon. Unity bus routes will run as normal.

Early Release 

Next week Friday, September 18 is an early release day, with dismissal at 11:10 AM.  Our staff will be engaged in valuable professional development during this afternoon. Hudsonville Public buses will run as normal. Students riding Unity buses will need to arrange for transportation home.

School Pictures

Elementary school pictures will be taken on September 22 & 23. Middle School students will have their pictures taken on September 24.  Picture packets will be sent home with students next week.

• Tuesday, September 22:  3 School, 4 School, Nature Based 4 School, Y5s, Kindergarten, Grade 3, Grade 4
• Wednesday, September 23: 3 School, 4 School,  Nature Based 4 School, Y5s, Grade 1, Grade 2. 
• Thursday, September 24:-Grades 5-8

Volunteers Needed!

Auction Committee Members
The Parents’ Club Board is asking you to consider volunteering for the auction! We are especially in need of Donation Assistants. These volunteers connect with local businesses regarding donations and arrange pick-up/delivery as needed. Volunteer on your own time, December-February, you do not need to come to school! Materials and training available. If you are willing to serve in this way click HERE to sign up! Questions? Contact auction@4hcs.org.

Elementary Playground Monitor
We are in need of volunteers to help cover the elementary playground during recess! Having additional adults on the playground helps keep our kids safe. Please check out this SignUpGenius link to sign up and earn volunteer points! Thank you for considering this important opportunity.

Robotics
The Robotics program is in need of an adult (21+) who is willing to commit to being a head referee for us for the season.  This does not have to be a parent, it can be anyone who is willing to learn the rules of the game and referee 3 events for us, all taking place at HCS in either the robotics space or the West Gym.  The dates for the events are Oct 22 and Nov 5 from 5-9 and January 16 from 8-5.  Completion of an online training course is required and an in-person training/practice scrimmage on October 3 in Grandville is strongly recommended.  Parent Club volunteer points are available! For more information, or to volunteer, please reach out to Jennifer at robotics@4hcs.org

Kids’ Corner

Friday, September 18, is our first Early Release day. Care in Kids’ Corner is available, but we do understand that many families will find alternative care for their child. If you plan to use Kids’ Corner for afternoon and after school care please complete this form by Tuesday, September 15.

Chapel

Elementary students will gather for chapel each week on Fridays from 10:05-10:30. This Friday, September 11, our chapel committee will  lead the chapel. Parents are welcome to join us and may enter through the west gym lobby doors. 

Young 5s, Kindergarten & 1st Grade Parent Orientation

Join us for an evening designed to give parents an inside look at what it means to Challenge Minds and Lives for Christ in Young 5s, Kindergarten, and 1st Grade. We’ll share how we approach curriculum, faith formation, student support, independence, and behavior—all with the goal of helping your child grow in knowledge, faith, and confidence. We hope you’ll join us at 6:30 pm on Monday, October 5!  Questions? Email Tricia Kiepert, elementary principal, at tkiepert@4hcs.org. Please RSVP by September 30. 

Elementary Employment Opportunities

To provide consistency at the elementary school, the following paid positions are available. If you are interested in discussing this opportunity, please reach out to Tricia Kiepert, Elementary Principal, at tkiepert@4hcs.org. 

Crosswalk Safeties – You may have noticed the Parent Loop has gotten a makeover and crosswalks have been added for foot traffic to travel safely to and from the building. We are still looking for individuals who are available in the mornings from 7:30-8:00 and afternoons from 2:30 to 3:00 to monitor the crosswalks and help students get where they need to go safely. 

Chapel 

Students and staff will gather for chapel from 7:55-8:25 AM in the south gym on Tuesday and Friday. Parents are welcome to join us! 

Hot Lunch 

Hot lunch will be available at the middle school on Wednesdays starting September 23.  Click this link to view the Hot lunch schedule for the upcoming year. Until then, remember your middle school student will need to pack a lunch everyday. 

Harvest Family Fun Day- Save the Date!

It’s a Hudsonville Christian School tradition! Join us on Saturday, October 3, from 3:00-5:00 rain or shine. Stay for the entire time, or come when you can! We would love to see everyone from preschoolers to 8th graders come out for doughnuts/cider/popcorn and cotton candy. Come to play fun games, jump in the bounce house, win awesome prizes and spend time together connecting as a school community! There is a small cost of $5 per child (adults are free). We are so thankful for the volunteers that have signed up to make this day a fun and successful event. We still have just a few more spots available that we’re looking to fill. Specifically one more game volunteer and two tear down volunteers. If you are interested in serving, please click here. Be sure to watch the Home Communicator in the coming weeks for additional important information and details about this fun day.

Grandparents’ Day 

We are excited to celebrate Grandparents’ Day on Friday, October 30! This special day gives our Young Fives through 8th Grade students the opportunity to share a part of their school experience with their grandparents or other special guests. To help us prepare invitations and event details, we ask that all families log in to the FACTS Family Portal and verify or update their grandparent information. Please add the names and mailing addresses of any grandparents you would like us to include. Thank you for taking a few minutes to update your family’s information. We look forward to celebrating this special day with our students and their loved ones!

Save the Date – Father/Daughter & Mother/Son Events

Get ready to roll! Join us for two fun nights of roller skating at Tarry Hall for Y5-4th grade.
Mother-Son Roller Skating Party – Wednesday, November 4
Father-Daughter Roller Skating Party – Thursday, November 5
More details to come. Mark your calendars!

Unity Christian Mum Fundraiser

The annual senior mum sale is happening now! Help support our 2027 seniors by purchasing your fall mums through them! Please be sure to put the senior’s name in the designated box on the order form so they receive credit for your purchase. Orders are open now through Sunday, September 13!  Please pick up Saturday, September 19 from 10am to noon at Unity Christian. Thank you for supporting our class of 2027!

Employment Opportunity – Post Family Farm

Post Family Farm in Hudsonville is looking to hire energetic adults for seasonal work for our 2026 fall season. Our Fall season runs from September 8, 2026 – November 7, 2026. Opportunities include donut makers, tour guides, weekday Festival workers and Saturday Festival workers. Donut making involves working with several others in our bakery making donuts, filling orders and running the cash register. Tour guides take a group of children, teachers and parents around the farm both on and off a tractor (training provided). Festival workers may work in donuts, kettle corn, apple cannons, office, tickets, drive the pumpkin train or drive the tractor to the pumpkin patch. No previous experience is required for any position. Workdays and hours are very flexible to fit your schedule. Hourly pay range is $17 to $20.25 per hour. Please contact Julie or Leigh at Post Family Farm, if you have any interest in working in a fun, farm atmosphere. Phone – (616) 669-1964,  Email – tours@postfamilyfarm.com